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Taboo Topic of Asking or Demanding Personal Space
The content critiques the concept of personal space within Indian society, contrasting it with Western norms. It explores the impact of familial dynamics on mental health, discussing feelings of isolation and resentment. The writer connects personal experiences to broader societal issues, emphasising the need for balanced coping mechanisms while evolving in the social contexts.
Infinite Formless Being | A Personal Take
The post reflects on the author's experiences with death and celebration in a Conservative Brahmin-Iyer context. Festivals like Diwali and Pongal are overshadowed by mortality, shaping the family rituals. The author explores themes of life, death, and personal growth through poetry, particularly influenced by John Keats and Emily Dickinson, leading to a quest for conscious evolution.
BTS interview with Sakshma Srivastav | My Ambling Take!
The writer shares her admiration for BTS and their impressive interviews, recounting personal experiences in journalism and ESL classes. They highlight the comfort of BTS during an interview and appreciate the translation efforts. The writer emphasises the importance of emotional expression in music and the musicians' teamwork while reflecting on their own growth in interviewing skills and storytelling.
Writing Regularly A Learned Skill
The author reflects on their writing journey, emphasising the importance of consistent practice and creative fulfilment. Influenced by quotes from The Mother, they discuss their daily writing routine and the transition from SEO content writing to a more satisfying personal blogging approach. The author outlines a structured content strategy, highlighting the value of defining content pillars, setting schedules, maintaining a writing ritual, and engaging with the community. They stress that a pre-planned structure enhances writing effectiveness.
Overthinking Generation Pre- and Post- 20th Century
The content discusses various generations' characteristics, influences, and spending habits, beginning with the Silent Generation, which values hard work and loyalty. Following are Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, Generation Z, and Generation Alpha, each with distinct traits shaped by historical events. Understanding these generational differences enhances appreciation of societal dynamics and highlights literature's role in reflecting real-life narratives through compelling characters.
Aspiring to Read the World Literature
The content explores the progression of world literature and its impact on society, emphasising the necessity of open-mindedness towards diverse perspectives. It critiques the limitations of mainstream literary representations while advocating for inclusive education that exposes students to a broader array of ideologies, ultimately promoting understanding and continuous learning.
Romantic Movement Influenced Poets Around the World
The Romantic Movement, spanning from the late 18th to mid-19th century, celebrated emotion, nature, and individualism. Key poets like Wordsworth and Keats exemplified this through vivid imagery and exploration of beauty and mortality. The movement influenced global literature, addressing themes of childhood innocence, social critique, and the sublime experience of nature.
Healthy Life of Full Circle Recycling! Pratham Books Champions 2018
The featured book for the Pratham Books Champions Programme 2018 was A Cloud of Trash, written by Karanjeet Kaur and illustrated by Bhavana Vyas Vipparthi. I enrolled late that year, with barely two weeks to go, but once I held the book in my hands, I knew I had to take part. The story was … Continue reading Healthy Life of Full Circle Recycling! Pratham Books Champions 2018
Pratham Books Champions Programme 2017
The author reflects on their experience with the Pratham Books Champions initiative in 2017, which encouraged storytelling among children. The event featured the book Kottavi Raja and His Sleepy Kingdom, sparking enthusiastic engagement and dialogues among children. This experience reinforced the notion that storytelling is a shared, interactive journey rather than a one-way transmission.
Itinerant Storyteller 