By default, I tend to play it safe, and it often requires a significant dose of conviction for me to even play at all. Whenever I get an idea, the euphoria accompanying it is usually short-lived, quickly giving way to a thorough analysis of every conceivable pro and con related to that idea. I analyze, …
I am a big fan of deep, meaningful conversations. My favourite discussions are those that transcend superficial chit-chat and engage deeper issues—the kind that leave you with lingering thoughts for days. They are always a delight. Unfortunately, in this era of instant messaging and increasingly shallow dialogue, we are gradually losing this invaluable tool that …
“20 children cannot play together for 20 years” – Yoruba Proverb. Take a trip down memory lane to your childhood days. You’re in the playground, surrounded by other children from the neighbourhood with whom you’ve become familiar and share a special bond formed through frequent interactions right there on that playground. Every evening, as if …
I turned 26 in January, which means I am closer to 30 than I am to 20. As a bonafide 20-something, I am well acquainted with this decade and have garnered quite some experience, both good and bad. I have also learnt a thing or two along the way, and this post is dedicated to …
Life is a journey, and we are all captains of our own ships, striving to sail safely across the infinite expanse of time. Every now and then, our vessels become inundated with the mundanities of life. In our quest to navigate the often turbulent waters of this earthly journey, we sometimes embrace the humdrum and, …
Your mindset controls your life. The results in your life, or the lack thereof, directly reflect your mind. Your thoughts become your actions, your actions become your habits, and your habits shape your life. “As a man thinks, so is he”. Working in the creative space, results are very tangible, and a person’s creativity can …
The difference between where you currently are and where you intend to be is your willingness to take action. It is common knowledge that to become good at anything, you must start as a beginner and work your way into mastery. However, in reality, we’re not always eager to get started. We spend much time …
A couple months ago, I picked up “Storyworthy” by Matthew Dicks for two reasons: One, Ali Abdaal recommended it. I personally think he has some of the best book recommendations, and I’ve got a good number of his recommended books on my reading list. Secondly (and why it made it out of my ever-extending reading …
Rejection stings… Excluded from a group, denied a job or a scholarship, unrequited love, whatever form it takes, getting a “no” is painful and can even be downright demoralizing. I’ve had my fair share of rejections, and sometimes, it cuts so deep and saps out the strength to try again. It gets even worse when …
It’s the first day in May, and I’m sitting at my kitchen table facing a blank screen, unsure how to begin this post. I’ve got headphones strapped to my ears with soft jazz instrumentals filtering out of them, and in front of me is an empty cup that, not too long ago, held a generous …
