This article is based on true events. Natasha’s story is so strong and inspiring that it felt like I must share. The names have been changed and the only motive of this story is to help others who are going through a hard phase in life. So, let’s hear it from her: “I remember it […]
Who Am I: Optimist vs Pessimist?
Photo Credits: Averie Woodard Sometimes people don’t realize that they have started following Pessimism over time. This happens due to a state of denial or being naive. Once you admit travelling in negative direction, you will gain the chance to change your course. Always remember, accepting the truth about yourself is the key to the […]
The ‘Bradri Rishta’ Culture
Long ago, when education was not a common thing in the sub-continent, families were represented by their skill / profession. Each family had a specific skill set that was passed on down the generations. The son of a cobbler was a cobbler, the son of a barber was a barber and so the list goes […]
Desi Weddings & their Issues
A wedding is one of the most fun parts of any culture. Especially for a desi family, it is probably the most amusing traditional event. Mehndi, Barat, Valima and all other functions are celebrated in bright, crazy and joyful ways. People wear colorful & expensive dresses, not to mention make ups and hair styles. Like […]
How To: New Year’s Resolution
Its New Year’s eve and you’re trying to figure out what stuff did you plan this year; how many wins and losses happened. Every year you do that ‘My New Year’s Resolution’ thing. You post your thoughts as status updates and tweets. You recall it every other day but by February, the resolution starts to […]
Child or Labor?
Child labor won’t sound gibberish to you as you have been hearing and witnessing it every now and then. But what is child labor, actually? By definition, ‘Child Labor’ is the employment of underage children in any work that takes them away from childhood and their right to education. Profound research has proved child labor […]
The Lazy, The Loser
Here’s a story that will help you understand and gain focus in your practical life. Daniel and Adam were two good friends. They had been there for each other like brothers since childhood. However, they had to get apart because of undergraduate studies. In college, their lives changed which molded their personalities. People always brag […]
Our love, our children!
Today is Valentine’s Day. Regardless of what I think about this day, let me tell you how one of my friends celebrated it. She went to a local orphanage and spent some hours with the kids. She gave them balloons and chocolates to express her love. What a beautiful gesture, isn’t it? There are 48.3 […]