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Spaces in your togetherness
personal blog

Spaces in your togetherness

You were born together, and together you shall be forevermore.You shall be together when the white wings of death scatter … Continue reading Spaces in your togetherness

5 poems by Khalil Gibran
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5 poems by Khalil Gibran

1 One day you will ask me which is more important? My life or yours?I will say mine and you … Continue reading 5 poems by Khalil Gibran

a diss track
personal blog

a diss track

Harsh words, unkind remarksOne day after the otherFor reasons that you cannot justify,When I’ve been nothing but Kind and respectfulTowards … Continue reading a diss track

Autopilot
personal blog

Autopilot

Most of the things we do every day we do on a autopilot mode. Without paying much attention, we do … Continue reading Autopilot

learning to love myself
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learning to love myself

What is it like to love yourself?I am not sure,but maybe when you like yourself,You appreciate all your qualities,And start … Continue reading learning to love myself

pretty girl
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pretty girl

Today on InstagramI saw a pretty girlShe had the same body type as mineAfter years of believing That I am … Continue reading pretty girl

inner voice
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inner voice

“This is soo cool! Mom, Dad can I try it?”“No” they said. “Don’t do it.”“You will get hurt”“You will break … Continue reading inner voice

brat
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brat

When they do something wrongI cannot say a wordI cannot protest I cannot tell them it’s wrongI cannot react the … Continue reading brat

courage
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courage

It takes a lot of courageTo live your best lifeTo be your true selfTo stand up to your friendsAnd the … Continue reading courage

Modern Family
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Modern Family

One Modern Family episode a day keeps the boredom away. I started watching Modern Family last year and it has … Continue reading Modern Family

beauty around
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beauty around

There is so much beautyThat I get to witnessIn this worldCute puppies, beautiful flowers,My love goofing around and being cute,Kind … Continue reading beauty around

it was you
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it was you

What other choice did I have?I’d look into the futureAnd see you and meDrifting apartBut it was too soon to … Continue reading it was you

what hurts more
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what hurts more

It took me a while to realise That losing youWasn’t the worst thingThat could happen to meWorst was losing myselfIn … Continue reading what hurts more

crossroads
personal blog

crossroads

Is it wrong to think that you are better off from here?Is it wrong to also wish certain things to … Continue reading crossroads

what they say vs what they mean
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what they say vs what they mean

Behind the anger of “Why are you still on your phone?” They slightly whisper “Please come and talk to us, … Continue reading what they say vs what they mean

musings
personal blog

musings

How can someone be harshTo a kind hearted person?Can’t they sense their pure intensions?Don’t you feel guiltyAfter giving hate to … Continue reading musings

longing
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longing

I remember that dayWe were arguing aboutWho has control over my heartI said that it was meBut clearly I liedNow … Continue reading longing

Memories
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Memories

Its your memories that haunt meI try hard to escape their gripBut nothing seems to helpMy mind works against my … Continue reading Memories

Choice
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Choice

Isn’t it brave of youTo do the opposite ofWhat has been done to youAs you saw the consequencesOf their actionsAnd … Continue reading Choice

Rediscover yourself
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Rediscover yourself

What a beautiful feeling it is,To rediscover yourselfAfter the storm has passed.To explore your interestsAnd accept your messy self To … Continue reading Rediscover yourself

What I’ve learnt after journalling for 3 years
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What I’ve learnt after journalling for 3 years

– If it is not going to matter in few days or maybe after a month, there is no point … Continue reading What I’ve learnt after journalling for 3 years

The “honest” resume
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The “honest” resume

Okay soo… These days I was working on my resume and I realised something very obvious – the resumes should … Continue reading The “honest” resume

The Insta detox
personal blog

The Insta detox

Soo… For those of you who don’t know, I have deactivated Instagram. Its been over 2 months now. At first … Continue reading The Insta detox

Things that changed after I got a job
personal blog

Things that changed after I got a job

Umm… There are many things that changed actually. I’ll be honest and list a few most important ones here. So … Continue reading Things that changed after I got a job

People who are good at persuasion
personal blog

People who are good at persuasion

So, to be honest I am not good at persuading someone to do something. I cannot even convince my friends … Continue reading People who are good at persuasion

Ellen’s tips on happiness
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Ellen’s tips on happiness

Happiness is a journey. This means that happiness is like a long car ride. Let’s say you’re in a car … Continue reading Ellen’s tips on happiness

When did you realise you are a grown up?
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When did you realise you are a grown up?

I mean….my mom always makes sure to remind me that I am a grown up whenever I do anything dumb. … Continue reading When did you realise you are a grown up?

Why do I use LinkedIn?
personal blog

Why do I use LinkedIn?

There are many reasons why I use LinkedIn. Other than me getting a job, which is obviously the first reason. … Continue reading Why do I use LinkedIn?

What motivates you?
personal blog

What motivates you?

What motivates you? What keeps you going? – Books– People– Travel– Inspiring stories– My parents– My friends– Kind words– Kind … Continue reading What motivates you?

Savouring the rains
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Savouring the rains

Ah! Rains….. I always fell short of words while describing rain… How can one describe something so beautiful so magical … Continue reading Savouring the rains

Do you watch reality shows?
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Do you watch reality shows?

Since a few years, watching reality shows together every weekend has been a tradition in my family. And I loveee … Continue reading Do you watch reality shows?

Being satisfied or wanting more?
personal blog

Being satisfied or wanting more?

When you are just starting out, there is this constant struggle to weather be satisfied with what you have or … Continue reading Being satisfied or wanting more?

safe place
personal blog, positive psychology

safe place

Oh the comfort,The inexpressible comfortOf feeling safe with a personHaving neither to weigh our thoughts,Nor words,But pouring them all right … Continue reading safe place

What adulting looks like
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What adulting looks like

– you have to make commitments and follow through them. Even if sometimes things are not in your favour you … Continue reading What adulting looks like

HSM captions
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HSM captions

High School Musical 😍 ooohhhh I loveeeee… Absolutely LOVE the songs from HSM! These lyrics are so damn relatable and … Continue reading HSM captions

Lies
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Lies

“I would like you to be mine forever” “I need you for the rest of my life” “I love you” … Continue reading Lies

The One
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The One

I miss you. I haven’t met you yet but I miss you. Sometimes I wonder where can I find you … Continue reading The One

What these words really mean
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What these words really mean

Ex Someone you can’t really get over.. someone your bff hates more than you.. Bff Someone who knows all the … Continue reading What these words really mean

Right thing
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Right thing

Sometimes you are the bad guy Sometimes you hurt others Sometimes you act in a rude way When you realise … Continue reading Right thing

Do you believe  when people show you their real self?
personal blog

Do you believe when people show you their real self?

When people show you who they really are, believe them the first time. – Maya Angelo Wow. What a quote! … Continue reading Do you believe when people show you their real self?

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I am scared of you making me happy. I am afraid that in such short time that you are making … Continue reading .

Rain is not just a word…
personal blog

Rain is not just a word…

“Ooooohhh…. It’s rainingggg!!!” (。♡‿♡。) I say this as I am in the terrace and watching rain. Billions of raindrops falling … Continue reading Rain is not just a word…

May I be kind to myself
personal blog, positive psychology, psychology, self-help

May I be kind to myself

When I talk to myself, May I be kind For I know that the kindness I plant in my heart, … Continue reading May I be kind to myself

A unique To Do list
personal blog

A unique To Do list

Send a thank you email to a friend Tell your mom you love her Spend time with siblings Help dad … Continue reading A unique To Do list

Note to self – 7 (when things don’t go the way you expect)
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Note to self – 7 (when things don’t go the way you expect)

Okay. So this happens always many times. You want to get selected in the dance competition that’s coming up, but … Continue reading Note to self – 7 (when things don’t go the way you expect)

personal blog

Wordless Wednesday

Monsoon… A season of books and coffee and nature and romance…. Happy Monsoon!🌧️ (Images – Canava) Continue reading Wordless Wednesday

Labels
personal blog, self-help

Labels

We need reasons Reasons for everything Not just a reason, We like to label When I am scared to speak … Continue reading Labels

Me
personal blog, positive psychology, psychology, self-help

Me

“It’s okay” “It happens” “Don’t worry” “Everything will be alright” I find myself saying this to my friends, family and … Continue reading Me

Can money buy happiness?
personal blog, positive psychology, psychology

Can money buy happiness?

Okay, so being a positive psychology student (someone who studies happiness and well being) this is the question I am … Continue reading Can money buy happiness?

Optimist
personal blog, positive psychology, self-help

Optimist

Yes I am an optimist And no things don’t always work out for me No I won’t tell you tomorrow … Continue reading Optimist

When you are used to…
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When you are used to…

When you are used to getting rude remarks Kindness seems like bliss When you are used to hear him say … Continue reading When you are used to…

Note to self – 5 (cherish the moments)
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Note to self – 5 (cherish the moments)

Have you ever felt that sudden, extreme fear when everything in your life is going well? You are afraid and … Continue reading Note to self – 5 (cherish the moments)

personal blog

Wordless Wednesday

Waiting for monsoon… Continue reading Wordless Wednesday

If my phone could talk…
personal blog

If my phone could talk…

So I was talking to my friend about how much time I spend on my phone and told him I … Continue reading If my phone could talk…

“I’ve been there too..”
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“I’ve been there too..”

I met this guy online. I read his blogs and more than his thoughts, I liked his writing style, the … Continue reading “I’ve been there too..”

Rejection
personal blog

Rejection

I spent last week working hard on a project Giving it my all, hoped it would work, Little did I … Continue reading Rejection

Love
personal blog

Love

We cultivate love when we allow our most vulnerable and powerful selves to be deeply seen and known, and when … Continue reading Love

#GaryVee
personal blog, positive psychology

#GaryVee

Who doesn’t know Gary?! He’s been a motivational figure for youngsters who are trying to build their business online. He’s … Continue reading #GaryVee

personal blog

Needs

She needed love She saw glimpses of it in him She gave him all she got He hurt her and … Continue reading Needs

Her
personal blog

Her

Both wanted her One to witness his achievements Other to be a part of his creations One was feeding his … Continue reading Her

Over-thinking during exam
personal blog

Over-thinking during exam

The initial impetus for developing a classification of mental disorders…. Hey what will you do after your exam? In the … Continue reading Over-thinking during exam

Questions you need to ask yourself before criticising
personal blog, self-help, Uncategorized

Questions you need to ask yourself before criticising

There is no such thing as constructive criticism. – Dale Carnegie I agree 100% with Dale Carnegie. There is no … Continue reading Questions you need to ask yourself before criticising

Happiness in little things
personal blog, positive psychology, self-help, Uncategorized

Happiness in little things

Worst day ever Today was absolute worst day ever And don’t try to convince me that There’s something good in … Continue reading Happiness in little things

The real “secret” about Law of Attraction
personal blog, self-help, Uncategorized

The real “secret” about Law of Attraction

Let me begin by sharing what actually the law of attraction means – Law of attraction is the belief that … Continue reading The real “secret” about Law of Attraction

One simple thing you can do right now to improve your life
personal blog, positive psychology, psychology, self-help, Uncategorized

One simple thing you can do right now to improve your life

Believe it or not, the company you keep matters. A lot. If you’re constantly surrounded by pessimistic people, guess what, … Continue reading One simple thing you can do right now to improve your life

Do you really think if you don’t love yourself, no one else will love you?
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Do you really think if you don’t love yourself, no one else will love you?

I have heard this a lot! ‘If you don’t love yourself, no one else will’. Really? I was with a … Continue reading Do you really think if you don’t love yourself, no one else will love you?

Note to self – 2 (Appreciation of little things)
personal blog, positive psychology, self-help, Uncategorized

Note to self – 2 (Appreciation of little things)

Cute good morning texts.. Bunking lectures for watching movies… Laughing at silly jokes during class… I remember missing those little … Continue reading Note to self – 2 (Appreciation of little things)

personal blog, positive psychology, self-help, Uncategorized

Note to self – 1 (Valuing Time)

Many a times there are situations when I realise I don’t have enough time to do something important. (That’s because … Continue reading Note to self – 1 (Valuing Time)

Want long term happiness in your career? This can help
personal blog, positive psychology, Uncategorized

Want long term happiness in your career? This can help

Do you like Japan? Oh I love it! The culture of Japan sounds pretty awesome! Their food, their dresses, their … Continue reading Want long term happiness in your career? This can help

Different stages of love and relationships
personal blog, positive psychology, Uncategorized

Different stages of love and relationships

I have a collection of beautiful and meaningful quotes that I like to read for support and encouragement while going … Continue reading Different stages of love and relationships

Affirmations you need
personal blog, positive psychology, Uncategorized

Affirmations you need

Watch your thoughts for they become your words, Watch your words for they become actions, Watch your actions for they … Continue reading Affirmations you need

Lessons learnt in teenage
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Lessons learnt in teenage

As I step into my twenties I realise…. (Oh my!!!!! I am a grown up now!! Does this mean I … Continue reading Lessons learnt in teenage

What’s next? Nah. I enjoy what’s now.
personal blog, positive psychology, Uncategorized

What’s next? Nah. I enjoy what’s now.

Everyone these days is waiting for something. Everyone is expecting something new, something different to happen. We have gotten into … Continue reading What’s next? Nah. I enjoy what’s now.

Read this if you want to reconnect with yourself
personal blog, positive psychology, psychology, Uncategorized

Read this if you want to reconnect with yourself

Hello friends! Today I want to share some poems and quotes by one my favourite authors – Mary Oliver. She … Continue reading Read this if you want to reconnect with yourself

Psych fest in college
personal blog, positive psychology, psychology, Uncategorized

Psych fest in college

This week we had psychology fest in our college. Anddd to my pleasant surprise the topic was – Positive psychology! … Continue reading Psych fest in college

Memes I’ve made
personal blog, positive psychology, psychology, Uncategorized

Memes I’ve made

Here are some memes I’ve made. As I’m a psychology student I couldn’t help but add some good advice to … Continue reading Memes I’ve made

12 Quotes that will support you in your healing process.
personal blog, positive psychology, psychology, Uncategorized

12 Quotes that will support you in your healing process.

If there’s something I’m proud of doing in 2018, it’s that I was able to heal myself. Here are some … Continue reading 12 Quotes that will support you in your healing process.

10 quotes you need to stop sharing and start applying in 2k19
personal blog, positive psychology, psychology, Uncategorized

10 quotes you need to stop sharing and start applying in 2k19

This is the time of ‘New year New me’ phase. Many of you might’ve made your new year resolutions. Along … Continue reading 10 quotes you need to stop sharing and start applying in 2k19

5 lessons psychology taught me and how can you apply them in your life
personal blog, positive psychology, psychology, Uncategorized

5 lessons psychology taught me and how can you apply them in your life

From all my psychology related posts you guys might have guessed that I’m a psychology student. Learning psychology has enriched … Continue reading 5 lessons psychology taught me and how can you apply them in your life

What does gratitude mean to me?
personal blog, Uncategorized

What does gratitude mean to me?

Being grateful all the time isn’t easy. But when you least feel thankful that you are most in need of … Continue reading What does gratitude mean to me?

Why should you be optimistic?
personal blog, positive psychology, Uncategorized

Why should you be optimistic?

“My girlfriend broke up with me. I am having problems at workplace and I can barely afford to pay the … Continue reading Why should you be optimistic?

How can you become more optimistic
personal blog, positive psychology, psychology, Uncategorized

How can you become more optimistic

Hello friends!! I hope you all are having a great day! 🙂 Last week we talked about optimism. Also about … Continue reading How can you become more optimistic

Try this if you’re not so optimistic
personal blog, positive psychology, psychology, Uncategorized

Try this if you’re not so optimistic

Positive thinking often involves trying to believe upbeat statements like “Every day in every way, I’m getting better and better” … Continue reading Try this if you’re not so optimistic

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