The Thought Box

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  • Strings That Choke

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    What really bothers me is this constant, invisible pressure to live a life that’s not even mine. I feel like I was handed a script the moment I was born, written by society, edited by relatives, and directed by my parents. And I’m expected to perform flawlessly, without question. Like a kathputli (a puppet on…

  • Softening into Peace

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    Recently, I’ve been asking myself this question, not merely reflectively, but on a soul level. What am I holding on to that is keeping me out of balance with peace, with joy, with who I truly am? And the response arrives softly, but clearly, I could release toxic people. The ones who suck the life…

  • The Soulful Life

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    Honestly, I think it’s a mix of what touches the soul, what nurtures the heart, and what grounds the body. For me, a good life isn’t just about achievements or appearances, it’s about what makes me feel deeply connected, supported, and at peace. First and foremost, Bhakti.To me, Bhakti is not just devotion in a…

  • Remember Why You’re Here

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    Have you ever paused to ask yourself why you were born as a human? Not in a philosophical or religious sense alone, but truly wondered, why this life, this mind, this moment? According to ancient Indian wisdom, the soul evolves through 84 lakh yonis, that is, life forms, before it reaches the stage of human…

  • Faith and Healing

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    Yes, I do. I was born and brought up in India, where religion isn’t a set of beliefs; life is religion. I’ve grown up seeing my parents perform pooja, fast, light diyas in the temple space at home, and begin the day with the ring of bells and incense. As a kid, I imitated it…

  • The True Meaning of Having It All

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    To me, “having it all” does not turn out to be what the world traditionally makes it out to be. It’s not about a million dollars in the bank, an enormous house with gleaming marble floors, or shiny luxury vehicles parked in a row. It’s not about fame, power, or the type of achievement that’s…

  • A Quiet Light That Keeps Shining

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    When I think about the legacy I hope to leave behind, I don’t think of accomplishments, awards, or belongings. I think about energy, the quiet, soulful mark I leave on the hearts I’ve touched, the lives I brighten, and the minds I stir up gently. I want my legacy to be love, not the big,…

  • Becoming My Best Self

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    Honestly, it’s hard to pick just one. There are so many areas I feel need healing, nurturing, and growth. But if I had to start somewhere, I’d say the most important improvement I want to make right now is within myself, my mind, my body, and the way I treat myself. I want to improve…

  • The Path I Chose

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    Well, it’s a question that stirs a lot of emotion in me, not because I don’t have an answer, but because the journey toward this answer has been anything but easy. You see, while most children grow up dreaming of becoming something, an astronaut, a doctor, a teacher, I, too, had a dream. I wanted…

  • Quietly Connected

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    From my perspective, being involved in the community doesn’t always have to mean being physically present in large social gatherings or events, especially for someone like me who finds comfort in quiet corners, thoughtful reflection, and meaningful one-on-one connections. My way of engaging with the community is rooted in emotional presence, mindful contribution, and offering…