Art shapes life, but unchecked influences—like films glorifying bullying or “coolness”—can harm children. Mindful parenting is key: guiding kids toward empathy, integrity, and self-worth rather than shallow popularity. True strength lies in authenticity, not domination. As Rufus Wainwright says, “Being uncool is the coolest you can be.
The DINK (Double Income, No Kids) lifestyle offers financial freedom and flexibility, but the real issue lies not in raising children, but in poor planning. Parenthood need not feel like a burden if finances and responsibilities are managed well. Ultimately, thoughtful planning transforms obligations into blessings, ensuring a fulfilling life.
When night falls, grief is not the only visitor. Some whispers call from shadows, some footsteps follow unseen. This tale unravels what happens when sorrow draws darkness closer. This is the first tale under our sub-column, Supernatural Saga
his is a sharp, unflinching reflection on the hidden harm in “just a joke” culture—calling out complicity, silence, and the cost women bear for speaking up against everyday misogyny.
Seventy-eight years after independence, women in India have broken barriers but still face invisible constraints. Drawing from Pride and Prejudice and Ghore Baire, true freedom lies in self-respect, clarity, and choice—free from societal expectations or self-imposed limits—where women need not choose between being complete and being free.
From a bold Femina cover to timeless symbolism of the warrior goddess, this reflection explores how evolving portrayals of women mirror the ongoing fight for true freedom, equity, and self-definition.
Long before 1947, a forgotten chapter of Bengal’s history saw defiance, courage, and self-rule-an extraordinary tale of autonomy that remains absent from most textbooks but deserves to be remembered.
This article is a reflection of the author’s thoughts on how the definition of freedom is not restricted to a particular realm; it varies from individual to individual and is based on various circumstances.
In Indian homes, domestic help wields quiet power — sashaying in late, staging surprise leaves, and dictating our daily rhythm. We pretend to be the boss, but it’s a twisted power dance of chaos, dependence, and small victories. Amid dust and drama, we juggle tantrums, budgets, and gratitude — barely holding on.
A tender, witty portrait of Ashima’s single life, where friends come in many forms-human, feathered, floral, and literary. A quiet celebration of unexpected companionship and everyday meaning.
