BLOGS
Happy Republic Day!
I woke up this morning slightly nostalgic for the Republic Day celebrations during school. All kids in sweaters on a foggy Bangalore winter morning, (this was before climate change) at attention, for the flag hoisting and the sweets that followed...
2024 – Less Talk, More Walk!
Actions Speak Louder than words In a world where sharing is caring and oversharing is, well, overrated, there's an ancient saying that's still holding its own: "Actions speak louder than words." Translation: maybe, just maybe, keeping your big...
Mahatma Gandhi: Inspiring Change Through Satyagraha
Throughout the annals of history, societies have never existed without their share of imperfections and flaws. The human story is marked by instances where certain groups or individuals, often in the minority, have exploited the rest of the...
Redefining Human Capital: Fostering Growth, Aspirations, and Wellbeing
The notion that "Human capital - is the only capital that really matters" is a sentiment I've often encountered. However, I find myself in strong disagreement with this statement. The underlying concern arises when we begin to view humans merely as...
Lessons Beyond the Classroom: My Teacher’s Impact
This blog of mine has recurringly started taking me down the nostalgia route. I started receiving Teacher’s Day messages from my mentees this morning and it took me down memory lane. Back in the day, I was quite the little genius (if I can say so...
Siblings’ Influence: A Raksha Bandhan Tribute
The origins of Raksha Bandhan are still open to interpretation if one Googles it. Growing up in Bangalore, Raksha Bandhan was not a formal festival celebrated in homes but we did see it in schools. Our friends would have rakhis on their wrists,...
Embracing Excellence: Escaping the Grasp of Mediocrity
In a world that celebrates mediocrity and has even begun to glorify it, it's crucial to pause and reflect on the impact this has on our personal growth and societal progress. In our quest for comfort and convenience, we've inadvertently settled for...