I resigned from my job a few months ago, even though I had over 20 years of service left, holding a leadership position with a high salary. Everyone, including my family, told me it was a bad decision. They said, “Look at the people around you—they’re facing similar challenges. If they can manage, why can’t […]
That biker is speeding way too fast. Why is that woman dressed so flashy? Why is that child so mischievous? Why is that man wearing such strange shoes? Why is that building painted such an odd color? We often find ourselves judging everything and everyone around us, and these constant opinions can leave us feeling […]
The entire day, my daughter had her favorite song playing on repeat. Unfortunately, it happened to be a song I absolutely disliked. But I had no choice—I listened to it over and over again. Hours later, she asked, “Amma, you said you didn’t like this song, so why are you singing it?” Only then did I […]
Every time we sit down to eat, I find myself watching my family’s faces, waiting for a reaction. I’ve spent hours cooking, sometimes even while battling aches and exhaustion. All I hope for is a smile, a word of appreciation. But often, my husband is glued to his phone. The kids are lost in their […]
Twenty years ago, Dubai was just a small desert. Look at it now — a futuristic city that seems almost magical. Towering skyscrapers, sprawling malls, thrilling theme parks, and endless entertainment and adventure have sprung up where there was once only sand. The people of Dubai were incredibly resourceful. Their story proves you don’t need […]
Many times, when life felt tough, I wished people around me had been more understanding. When I was in pain, they said it was all in my head. When I was grieving, I was blamed instead of being comforted. Every morning, I was juggling a hundred things before work, and I wished my husband would […]
“Unfortunately, not selected.” That was the subject line of the email I received today from an agency regarding my daughter. As I read it, I paused. Then, purposefully, I rephrased it in my mind: “Fortunately, not selected.”Because now, she has more space to grow, more time to practice, and a stronger reason to strive. And […]
We moved to Dubai, where rental rates are quite high. We live in a good locality, but in a compact single-bedroom apartment with our two daughters. Space is always a concern—but what bothers me most is that we don’t have a balcony. Drying clothes has been a constant challenge. With air-conditioning inside and scorching heat […]
I’ve always been a passionate food lover. Traveling to savor good food was one of my greatest joys. When life got tough, my favorite foods—coffee, biryani, samosas, potato wedges, chocolates, cakes, and ice cream—became my comfort and stress busters, helping me get through frustrating times. But life had other plans. Over the past 7 or […]
From the time we’re young, life feels like a race around numbers. First, it’s about marks and ranks. Everyone you meet asks, “How much did you score?” Then, when you begin working, the focus shifts to your salary. “How much do you earn? How many properties do you own? What’s in your bank account?” As […]
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