On stress

I hate how the word stress is thrown around so casually these days. It's become a filler word for everything. People use it when they're impatient, angry, restless, or afraid. But stress isn't just a fleeting emotion or a surface-level reaction. It's deeper than that. And honestly, it's hard to put into words. That's the … Continue reading On stress →

Why the best feedback doesn’t feel good at first

We all love getting positive feedback. The kind that says our work matters and that we're making a difference. And let's be honest, sometimes, that's all we want. But there's another kind of feedback. The kind that shakes you up and makes you pause and think, "Wait, but I thought I was already good at … Continue reading Why the best feedback doesn’t feel good at first →

The blessing of unchosen paths

I often find myself grateful for the things I’ve gained—the experiences, relationships, and choices that brought joy and fulfillment to my life. But lately, I’ve realized there’s a quieter kind of gratitude worth embracing: being thankful for the roads I didn’t take and those that weren’t meant for me. Those moments of hesitation, the small … Continue reading The blessing of unchosen paths →

On counting our blessings

We all have things to be grateful for, yet we often fail to remember them. That's because we don't value those things the way we value something we don't have yet. Some of us think whatever we've achieved, acquired, or been blessed with all along the way was meant to happen, so it doesn't make … Continue reading On counting our blessings →

Going beyond our work identity

Anytime I meet a stranger or an acquaintance, I introduce myself using my professional identity. "Hello, I work as a PM at a startup."And that's it. It's as if there's nothing more to me than being a product manager at an early-stage startup. Hence, my conversations revolve only around tech, SaaS, etc. Though this is a … Continue reading Going beyond our work identity →

Well, unconditional love is a myth

I find the concept of "unconditional love" funny. The truth is that no relationship is unconditional. Some of you might find this thought hard to digest because it could hurt your ego or collapse your firmly held worldview. Well, take a deep breath and listen to me. Be it a parent, spouse, or child, no … Continue reading Well, unconditional love is a myth →

The trap of wanting to be right

All of us have had difficult conversations in our life. A conversation turns bitter when we don't allow the other person to express their views because it could hurt our beliefs. When this happens, the other person will simply unhook themselves from the conversation because they feel exhausted that we don't get it. The devil … Continue reading The trap of wanting to be right →

Boredom could become your best friend

Boredom is the state of being weary, tired, and restless. It does not emerge from lacking things to do. Sometimes we feel bored despite knowing there's more work left. We all have experienced boredom at different points in our lives, and it's not something we enjoy. The most common way we fight boredom is through … Continue reading Boredom could become your best friend →

We can do better than we think

"I love this road trip with my friends. But what if we meet with an accident and I lose my legs?" "I love my partner, and we're too good together. But what if this isn't going to last?" "I know I did my exams well. But what if I flunk?" "I worked my ass off … Continue reading We can do better than we think →

The problem with labeling people

When you share an opinion publicly, you may have people who agree with you, disagree with you, or have absolutely no opinion. But what you may not be aware of is the label people instantly associate you with. Categorizing people is an evolutionary reaction. But in the recent times, I feel that it has gone … Continue reading The problem with labeling people →