A reflection on Diwali’s fleeting lights, capturing the quiet beauty of shared moments in the dark. For those who feel a little apart, it’s a reminder that sometimes, just being there…observing the brief, bright sparks…is enough. This festival of light can offer a gentle sense of connection, even in solitude.

In today’s Indian corporate culture, Gen Z is navigating the fine line between financial success and personal authenticity. Social media and corporate expectations often steer them into a “conformity trap,” where life becomes about displaying success rather than feeling it. True freedom lies beyond paychecks and trends…here’s how to get a deeper pursuit of purpose, self-awareness, and the courage to live on one’s own terms.

Despite parental freedom and financial privilege, life isn’t all rosy. Discovering the illusion of perception and the pursuit of betterment, I took a break to ponder my true desires. In the end, it’s about authenticity and personal fulfillment, not merely chasing societal expectations.

In this noisy digital world, I often find myself questioning the depth of our connections. Are we swapping our true selves for likes and follows? As an introvert, I crave those moments of genuine connection that go beyond the surface. I want us to embrace our many layers and create a space where we can share our authentic selves, allowing vulnerability and depth to shine through.

Ever wondered what truly defines you? Beyond titles and possessions, it’s just ‘You’. Quietly guiding choices, influencing paths, even bringing you to read this. This ‘You’ craves simplicity, honesty, joy—yet sometimes finds it dull without dopamine’s spark. Deep down, it fears loneliness. So, we live not merely to exist, but to evade that constant solitude.

Trauma lingers, shaping both mind and body. It’s not just about what a person experiences, but how deeply they feel it. Those emotions don’t disappear; they stay hidden, affecting life in unseen ways. Healing requires effort, warmth, and time. While trauma changes a person, it’s possible to grow beyond it with the right support. Happiness, like healing, doesn’t just happen—you have to actively work for it.