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The ego is terrified of groundlessness, so it grabs a chair. It clings to labels because labels give it continuity. When someone says, ‘I am a Leftist’ or ‘I am a Rightist,’ this is not identity but insecurity. The chair is a crutch. The row is a refuge. The ego loves ideology because ideology is a respectable form of bondage. The real question is not Left versus Right. You were not born to sit on the Left or the Right. You were born to stand free.

Reclaiming Authenticity in a World of Impressions

Beyond the Separate Self: Transcending the Illusion of Separation

Originally published in the The Sunday Guardian on 30 nov '24.

Right since our birth, we are trained to conduct ourselves according to others’ expectations. Everything about us seems to come from outside; every single identity is social. We write in prescribed ways, speak in acceptable tones, worship in traditional… read_more

Welcoming Life, Without Conditions

Originally published in the The Sunday Guardian on 7 dec '24.

As humans, we often find ourselves trapped in an elaborate illusion—the belief that life is a perpetual negotiation between self-interest and collective welfare.

There is a centre within from where we feel that working for oneself is different from,… read_more

When it comes to healing the discontentment within, we believe that one object is better than the other. We are desirous of happiness and scared of sadness, but we can’t see that neither can give us what we really want. Feelings and experiences are not to be taken so seriously. Don’t resist tears, cry gently, without suppression. Similarly, laughter can be organic, beautiful in its purposeless flow.

Loneliness: The 21st century pandemic

Swami Vivekananda: Struggle, Resilience, and Legacy

Originally published in the The Sunday Guardian on 11 jan '25.

According to the recent Global State of Connections report, a quarter of the world’s population, around 1.92 billion, felt ‘lonely’ or ‘very lonely’. Research indicates that loneliness is closely linked to depression, anxiety, substance abuse , heart disease, and… read_more

Breaking Through the Cycle of Exploitation in Relationships

We must ask why most marriages are based on superficial factors like appearance, caste, or family approval rather than deeper considerations. When marriage is based on a pursuit of security rather than wisdom and awareness, it can lead to dependency and exploitation. While legal reforms are necessary, the ultimate solution lies in societal transformation. And societal transformation means reforming the individual to have mental depth — self-knowledge is the only path.

Redefining Representation: The Case for a Fairer Delimitation in India

Women’s Day: A Call for True Liberation

Originally published in the The Sunday Guardian on 15 mar '25.

Delimitation is the process of redrawing the boundaries of territorial constituencies in a state for the Lok Sabha and Legislative Assemblies to ensure fair representation. Since populations grow and shift over time, this process helps maintain balanced representation so… read_more

Redefining Work: The Debate on Working Hours

Originally published in the The Sunday Guardian on 8 mar '25.

Many women internalize societal conditioning, prioritizing appearance to secure marriage over individuality.

Women’s Day is approaching, and soon discussions will emerge across various platforms. New slogans will be coined, and policy tweaks will be grandly announced. What should truly… read_more

For those trapped in routine jobs, reducing work hours and ensuring fair treatment is essential for maintaining dignity and sanity. However, the debate over work hours reveals a deeper systemic issue: the need to rethink the meaning of work, shifting from numerical obsession to clarity and love. The real question isn’t how long we work, but whether our work comes from deep understanding or blind compulsion.

How India Pays The Price For America’s Climate Negligence

The United States emits around 17.6 metric tons per person annually, while India, despite its vast population, emits only about 2.5 metric tons per person. Yet, it is India that faces the harshest consequences. Rising sea levels threaten to swallow coastal cities like Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata, displacing millions. In the north and central regions, heatwaves will turn entire towns into furnaces, where stepping outside could mean death for those forced to work in the open.

Gandhi: An Earthly Journey, Not a Divine Destination

Gandhi did not descend from the sky; he rose from the earth. He undertook a laborious and long journey from man to Mahatma. And he rightly said that his life is his message — what was possible for him is possible for all. When someone devotedly moves forward, challenging their past, their tendencies, and their limitations, their presence infuses a unique consciousness into the entire world.

Climate Change and Feedback Loops: Have We Reached the Point of No Return?

We are seeing catastrophic long-term shifts in temperature and weather patterns, driven by human activities such as burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrialization. Longer droughts, more intense heatwaves, and unpredictable rainfall patterns have become the new normal. The climate change of our planet reflects the fragmentation within. The way forward demands more than policy or technology; it demands a profound shift in how we live, think, and are connected to the planet.

Linguistic Harmony and Identity: Rethinking India’s Language Dynamics

A language is not merely a tool of communication; it carries within a worldview, a way of life, and an entire cultural and spiritual lineage. Its sounds are the history of a people and the thread that ties them to their roots. In India we speak hundreds of languages, and each one tells a unique story with a deep sense of belonging.

The Journey to Purpose: Navigating Career and Calling

The traditional view of securing financial stability before pursuing one’s calling overlooks something very important: the evolving nature of the self. Therefore, it is risky to postpone our calling for too long. Many long-term plans go unfulfilled for this reason. The longer we delay our true calling, the more we risk losing our connection to it because the passion may have faded or circumstances may no longer support such pursuits.

The Climate Crisis Begins Within: Lessons from Kancha Gachibowli

Cleanliness in the 21st Century Can Have Only One Measure: Carbon

Originally published in the The Sunday Guardian on 26 apr '25.

The real change begins with personal responsibility, ecological awareness, and conscious, self-driven action. The climate crisis stems from unchecked consumption and inner emptiness.

There was a time, not so long ago, when I would confront and agitate people by… read_more