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Uninvited Feelings

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Have you ever had a moment when everything in your life is perfectly fine, yet your heart suddenly feels heavy for no clear reason? Not because something bad happened. Not because someone hurt you. Just a random afternoon where your mind quietly drifts into a place you did not plan to visit. I want to talk about that feeling today. The one that arrives without warning. The one that makes you question your own emotions even when life seems to be going well. There are days when life feels sorted. You wake up, follow your routine, attend classes or work, talk to people, maybe even laugh a little more than usual. From the outside everything looks normal. Inside too, things feel calm. But then suddenly, something shifts. You might be sitting quietly, scrolling your phone, or just staring out of the window when a strange wave of nervousness or sadness appears. It does not knock. It just enters. The confusing part is that nothing actually went wrong. Academically things might be f...
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Forgive and Let Go

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As the year comes to an end, we often sit with a long list of resolutions. Some are about growth, some about discipline, and some are quietly about people. We promise ourselves that this person will never enter our life again, that we will never talk to them again, that what they did hurt us too much to be forgiven. And maybe it did. But somewhere between closing chapters and welcoming a new year, we forget something important. We, as people, are very little in this big, wide world. Life is much bigger than holding grudges, replaying old wounds, and deciding to carry anger into another year of our lives. It is okay if someone hurt you. It is also possible that you have hurt someone, intentionally or unintentionally. We are humans, and mistakes are a part of being human. Everyone comes from a different background, carries a different personality, and deals with emotions in their own way. The way someone reacts, loves, or hurts is shaped by things we may never fully understan...
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Your Happiness, Your Job

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Hey. Have you ever found yourself depending on someone else for your happiness? Maybe it was a friend, a partner, or even a family member whose words and actions could completely decide your mood for the day. It feels wonderful at first, doesn’t it? Knowing that someone’s presence can bring joy, comfort, and a sense of belonging. But as beautiful as it is, this kind of dependence often comes with its own share of struggles. The truth is, while people can add happiness to our lives, they cannot be the source of it. That part is entirely in our hands. This has quietly become a common pattern these days. Without even realising, we let others dictate how we feel. A good morning text lifts us up, while a delayed reply brings us down. Someone’s laughter makes us feel alive, and their silence makes us feel unwanted. There’s no denying that sharing emotions and depending a little on each other is a part of being human. It’s natural, and it does make life feel lighter. The problem s...
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Never Enough?

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Have you ever sat quietly and wondered if you’ll ever be enough? Enough for your parents, your teachers, your friends, or even for the person you love? It’s that silent fear that crawls into the heart. The fear of not being the perfect child, not being the best student, not being the supportive friend, or not being the partner someone deserves. It doesn’t come with a warning, but once it settles in, it whispers constantly, “You’ll never measure up. You’ll always fall short.” For many, it starts at home. You love your parents deeply, yet there’s this voice that says, “They deserved someone better. Someone who studied harder, someone who never let them down.” And the strange part is that they never complain, they never make you feel lesser. It’s your own mind that convinces you that you’re not enough. You compare yourself with others, the classmate who gets higher marks, the one who seems to balance everything so well and suddenly, you feel like you’re failing silently, even ...
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The Delicate Art Of Honesty

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Have you ever stopped yourself from telling the truth—not out of fear, but out of care? We live in a time where conversations around mental health, emotional well-being, and self-awareness are finally gaining ground. This generation, for all its chaos and contradictions, seems to have one foot rooted in empathy. We talk about trauma, boundaries, therapy, and healing like it’s part of everyday vocabulary—a massive shift from the generations before us. But somewhere in the rush to be emotionally aware and brutally honest, have we forgotten the gentle art of knowing when not to speak the truth? Honesty, as a virtue, has long been celebrated. "Tell the truth, even if your voice shakes," they say. And in many ways, that’s powerful. But what if the person in front of us isn’t ready to hear the truth? What if honesty, at that moment, doesn’t help but rather hurts? There are times when someone is not looking for advice or feedback—they’re just seeking space to be heard. T...
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Half-Friendships and Ghosted Goodbyes

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Have you ever felt like you're trying to keep people close who have already left in their hearts? As we grow up, we often believe friendships will be our safe space. A group, a bond, a “home” made of people who just get you. But sometimes, things fall apart in ways you never expected. People stop talking, groups split, and you're stuck in the middle, trying to figure out what changed. You weren’t part of the argument. You didn’t pick a side. You were just… there, holding on. And suddenly, that makes you the odd one out. The glue. The peacemaker. The one trying too hard. It hurts, doesn’t it? Watching people drift away while pretending nothing happened. Being ignored in person and texted like everything’s fine. Feeling like your importance is based on whether they’re fighting with someone else or not. And when you ask what’s going on, they go silent—as if you’re supposed to magically understand everything they’re thinking. You try to keep the peace, keep the bond, bu...
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The Fiction We Believe

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Have you ever been in a situation where someone assumed something about you instead of just asking? And while they carried on believing their version of the truth, you were left overthinking, confused, and hurt? I’ve been there—more times than I can count. And honestly, I’m exhausted. It’s frustrating to deal with people who find it easier to assume than to communicate. Maybe, for them, staying silent seems like the better choice—it avoids confrontation, keeps their life free from unnecessary chaos. But what about the other person? The one who just wants clarity, who doesn’t want misunderstandings to fester, who believes that a simple conversation could prevent an unnecessary mess? What baffles me even more is when people not only assume but also spread their assumptions like facts. Instead of talking to the person involved, they talk about them—to friends, colleagues, or even strangers—shaping a false narrative. And that’s where the real damage begins. Because now, it'...
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The Unpaid Job of Being Perfect

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Have you ever felt like you were living your life on autopilot, constantly trying to meet expectations that weren’t even yours? Like you had to be nice, agreeable, and responsible all the time because that’s just who you’re supposed to be? If this sounds familiar, you might be experiencing what many call the Good Girl Syndrome—a pattern where you feel the need to be perfect, self-sacrificing, and always “good” in the eyes of others. But here’s the catch: this isn’t just a girl thing. Plenty of guys deal with it too—always trying to be the “ideal son,” the “dependable one,” or the “strong one” who never complains. Society has created this mold for us, and we’ve been trying to fit into it for so long that we barely realize when it’s crushing us. We grow up learning that being a “good person” means putting others first, never saying no, and always meeting expectations—whether it’s about career choices, relationships, behavior, or even emotions. It starts young. “Be a good girl...
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The Quite Echo Of Abandonment

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Have you ever felt that every new person entering your life comes with an expiration date? That no matter how much you care for someone, they'll eventually walk away, leaving behind only memories and a hollow ache? It’s a thought that’s been weighing on my mind, and I’ve realized I’m not alone in this. Friends, family, even acquaintances — so many of us are battling the same fear, quietly carrying the burden of believing we’re replaceable, that connections are fleeting, and that we’ll inevitably be left behind. This fear doesn’t come out of nowhere. It often stems from past experiences — the friend who slowly drifted away, the partner who decided they were done, the family member who became a stranger over time. It builds walls around us, makes us question our worth, and turns us into hesitant participants in our own relationships. Sometimes, it’s not even about what others have done, it’s our own insecurities whispering that we’re not enough to keep someone’s attention...
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From Innocence To Insight: Friendships In Adulthood

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  Making friends after you've grown up is the most difficult part of adulting. By 'friends' I mean the real ones. Friends who make you believe that you're enough and you don't require a validation from someone. Friends who respect your boundaries and don't make fun of you when surrounded by other group of people. Friends with whom you feel heard and seen. Friends who don't make fun of your fears and insecurities. Friends who don't judge you. Friends who don't leave you when you need them the most. Friends who reciprocate the same love and energy you give them. Who respect you as an individual. And the moment you start believing them, the moment you start believing that you've found your friend circle, you've found your people, sooner or later realise you were wrong. This world is not as happy as it seems. Very rarely do we find someone in the adult phase of our lives who continue with us till the end.  Have you ever thought, if someone random...
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