The year 2105 is finally witnessing what human have manifested or shall I say feared. A strange, surreal mix of dreams and nightmares. Technology had soared to unimaginable heights. Schools no longer had buses; instead, AI-driven pods floated on air cables, picking kids up with mechanical precision. Traffic? Barely a memory. The streets below were …
Awakening to the Bigger Picture: A Spiritual Quest
I was preparing for the WBCS (West Bengal Civil Service) exam in 2014. The preparation itself ensured tremendous personal and intellectual growth but something that my mentor said actually shaped my future path. He encouraged his students to practice yoga and meditation to build physical and mental strength and develop inner calmness. He also introduced …
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Revisiting My School: A Journey Through Time
"Pinki, time’s up. Hand over the paper," my class teacher, Miss Sulagna’s voice filled the classroom as the bell echoed in the background. I looked at my answer sheet, and the numbers seemed to vanish, leaving it completely blank in a blink. “Miss, please, just five more minutes. I’ll fail!” I pleaded, my voice choked …
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THE MOCKTAIL ALCHEMIST
THE DARE “Shaina, you’re so boring. You don’t even drink and you are scared of breaking rules. How about a dare to spice things up?” said Meera, smirking. Shaina's friends relentlessly teased her as they lounged on the sunlit beach. “I’m not boring!” Shaina shot back, her voice defensive but curious about what they had …
When the Flames Breathe Life: Lessons from Yellowstone
The historic Yellowstone National Park Forest Fire of 1988. Pic Courtesy: https://www.yellowstonenationalparklodges.com/connect/yellowstone-hot-spot/the-value-of-fires-to-yellowstone-national-park/ Forest Fires can start naturally, like from a lightning strike, or be caused by human activity—campfires left unattended, discarded cigarettes, or deforestation. The fire spreads quickly through wooded areas, fueled by dry plants, wind, and the lay of the land. I started exploring …
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A Love Written in Waves and Words
She danced with the waves while he found solace in the books. She was adventurous and bold, like the ocean, she called home. He was introspective and thoughtful, weaving tales with his silent gaze. She was the tempest, fierce and unrelenting like the waves, and he was many shades like the books, layered and full …
Flavors of Nostalgia
Created with the assistance of Magic Studio A young boy named Sameer lived in a small town, nestled between huge mountains and winding rivers. The life in his hometown moved at a leisurely pace, untouched by the buzz of modern conveniences. He was born in an era when food delivery apps did not exist, people …
An Unexpected Visitor
I was binge-watching Netflix on a lazy Sunday afternoon when the doorbell rang. "It must be the dress I impulsively ordered at 2 AM," I thought as I walked to the door. There was no one but a delivery box sat on the welcome mat, with my name and address neatly pasted on top. I …
Forgotten Dreams on the Pages of Possibilities
As the pressure cooker whistles one more time, I immediately switched off the gas flame, snapping back to the present moment. Without lingering on my thoughts any further, I get on to making hot chapatis. I haven’t been myself lately, feeling a bit off. Still, my hands keep working, almost autonomously, on the ingrained routine …
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Top 3 Dream Destinations from My Bucket List
Travelling is a form of therapy that offers me a sense of peace and tranquility that no other activity can match. Moreover, travelling is an unparalleled teacher, imparting wisdom that no classroom can ever replicate. Whether it's the meticulous pre-travel planning, the journey itself, or exploring the destination, each expedition teaches invaluable lessons. I …
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