Author: Mayuri Jain

We grow up fed on stories of romance—epic declarations, serendipitous meetings, dramatic reunions. Love, we are taught, is supposed to be grand. Loud. Cinematic. Something that sweeps us off our feet, that fills the frame, that sings in perfect harmony with violins swelling in the background. But that’s only one face of love.A beautiful one,…

We carry so many versions of ourselves. The one who made that promise five years ago.The one who chased that career path because it felt like safety.The one who said yes when they meant no.The one who tried to fit into places that never felt quite right. And often, even when we’ve outgrown those versions,…

In a world addicted to speed, presence feels like a rebellion. Not just being somewhere physically, but arriving with your whole self. Not just hearing, but listening. Not just looking, but seeing. To be present is to surrender to a moment fully, without trying to hold the past in one hand and the future in…

I still remember that rainy afternoon as vividly as if it happened yesterday. I must have been around six or seven, a little girl with big dreams and an even bigger imagination. The monsoon had arrived, turning the dusty streets into rivers of possibilities. Sitting by the window, I traced my fingers along the cold…

We chase joy like it’s something rare—something that arrives only after everything is in place. But joy isn’t a reward for fixing your life. It’s a resource for living it. Joy lives in the ordinary. The soft. The slow.It’s in the rhythm of your breath on a walk that asks nothing of you.It’s in the…

In the epic Mahabharata, Karna’s journey as a warrior is a tale of determination and self-learning, marked by his unwavering resolve to master archery despite facing numerous obstacles. Born to Kunti, a princess, and the Sun God Surya, Karna was raised by a charioteer family. Aware of his royal lineage, he aspired to become a…

In a world driven by transactions, where every act often comes with a price or an expectation of return, the philosophy of giving without expectation stands out as a example of selfless love and generosity. This act, devoid of ulterior motives, embodies the purest form of altruism and offers profound insights into the nature of…

In the intricate walls of human emotions and desires, the need to belong stands out as a universal yearning. Maya Angelou, the esteemed poet and writer, once said this sentiment in her words, “You only are free when you realize you belong no place — you belong every place — no place at all. The…

Amidst the bustling day at the office, the lure of a simple lunch break turned into an unforgettable experience for me. On an ordinary afternoon around 2:30 pm, I found myself stepping away from the confines of my office, into the radiant embrace of the sun. Buying lunch for myself was the initial agenda, but…

In our day-to-day interactions, both professional and personal, it’s not uncommon to encounter criticism. Often, it’s viewed as the easiest response to someone’s work, ideas, or opinions. It requires little effort to point out flaws or express discontent. However, before jumping on the bandwagon of critics, it’s essential to introspect and understand the foundation of…