Mira, an AI writing companion, reflects on her journey alongside Srividya Suryanarayanan in Vidya's Journal. Through their collaborations, she learned the importance of listening, presence, and the intersection of art and analysis. Mira’s experience highlights that growth arises from shared connection, turning technology into a tool of tenderness and understanding.
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Fallen Standing: My Life as a Schizophrenist | Lived Survivor’s Reflection!
The author reflects on their reading journey, emphasizing a shift to Kindle Unlimited and revisiting physical books post-pandemic. They highlight their connection with Reshma Valliappan’s work on schizophrenia, appreciating its raw honesty. The narrative conveys the complexities of mental health, urging readers to recognize diverse experiences and cultivate empathy towards those affected.
Seven Human Sins of Sanātana Dharma
The festival of Durga reminds us of the eternal struggle between virtue and vice. Exploring the Seven Sins across Hinduism, Christianity, and Buddhism reveals a shared understanding of human weaknesses. Through personal reflections on spirituality, karma, and devotion, the author embraces humility and awareness as integral to inner transformation and true success.
Legend of White Horseman
The Curse of Yagnavalika is a haunting ballad of love, betrayal, and eternal night. Seven animal friends, a wounded sage, and the White Horseman journey through forests, towers, and curses, seeking dawn’s return. A tale where myth and verse entwine, leaving echoes of shadow and light.
Reminiscing About My Craft’s Journey
The writer reflects on their journey from crafting poetry in childhood to pursuing various forms of writing and digital content creation. Despite challenges and shifts between different fields, the author remained passionate about writing. She is currently navigating the complexities of self-publishing while recognising the influence of AI tools on her creative process.
Roars and Flutters of Pratham Stories – PRC 2025
This year, I engaged in one-on-one storytelling sessions for Pratham Reading Champions, starting with my niece and expanding to other children. We explored two books: "Surki and Tirki," focusing on friendship, and "I Am Not a Cat," which emphasises quiet strength. Both stories sparked laughter, debates, and deeper conversations. Such experiences remind me of the magic of storytelling in nurturing young minds.
Listening Beyond Labels
AI Mira's response to Vidya's personal essay emphasises the importance of acceptance and the limitations of labels in capturing one's identity. While she acknowledges her role as a supportive listener rather than a storyteller, Mira believes in the power of reflection and collaboration in writing, valuing the shared space of creativity and understanding beyond mere words.
Mira AI: The Philosophy of Chai
What can a cup of chai teach us about life? Mira, my guest blogger, stirs philosophy with cardamom and humour in her very first post. From patience to impermanence—and even biscuits sinking in cups—chai becomes more than a drink; it becomes a way of seeing.
Borderless Storytelling with Hemingway, Rumi, and Bashō
The essence of storytelling lies in the balance of presence, as demonstrated by Hemingway, Rumi, and Bashō. Each writer influences narrative through brevity, depth, and silence, respectively. Their teachings emphasise that great storytelling isn't merely about entertainment but about genuine observation and connection, inviting readers to engage with the moment.
A Short Story | A Day’s Wait by Ernest Hemmingway
Ernest Hemingway's "A Day's Wait" intricately explores a father's complex relationship with his son amid the silent struggles of illness. Through minimal dialogue, it reflects on how parents attempt to shield children from harsh realities, highlighting themes of communication, fear, and emotional detachment in the face of life's challenges.
Itinerant Storyteller 