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Me vs. Me (ft. Me)

Ever feel like there are five different versions of you living in your head? This is a glimpse into the chaotic group chat that exists entirely inside my brain, where I play every role- Planner, overthinker, socially awkward greeter, dramatic poet, and the lazy one who just wants to nap. Have you ever agreed to weekend plans way ahead of time, thinking, “Yeah, I’ll totally be in the mood for this”? And then the day arrives, and you’d rather fake your own death than go? That’s me. Every. Single. Time. It all started on a calm Sunday morning when the “planner” inside me decided we were going out at 5 PM. She was all bright-eyed and full of energy, saying, “This will be fun!” I, however, was not convinced. In fact, I already felt tired just hearing about it. But did I stop her? No. I let her take over, As expected, 4:35 PM rolls around, and I’m pacing the room, feeling absolutely miserable. The planner is nowhere to be seen, and now I’m stuck with her decisions. That’s when the “laz...
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Snooze, Stress, Survive

The day starts with my alarm going off at 7:30 AM. I debate skipping class, then realize I CAN’T (major attendance issues, bro). Like the responsible 19-year-old I am, I snooze the alarm a few more times until I’m left with 30 minutes to get ready for college. Breakfast? A luxury I don’t have time for most days. My mom, if she reads this, is probably already drafting a long text message about my life choices. By the time I get into class, I’m running on three brain cells and last night’s Instagram reels. Meanwhile, the professor starts talking about something I should probably care about, but I am half asleep.   Midway through class, I discreetly check my phone, hoping not to get thrown out, only to see a message from Zomato: “Single ho toh kya hua, burger toh double patty kha sakte ho” with a red heart. Ab Zomato ko ye zaroor pata hain ki main single hoon, but ye nahi pata ki I don’t like burgers as much.   The truth is, my social life is extremely vibrant!!! My last real...
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Unpacking the labels people stick on us: A Heartfelt take!

  Ever feel like you are drowning in a sea of labels?(Not the one’s on groceries)   One minute you are just living your life and suddenly someone decides to call you “the shy one” and it somehow becomes your label for the rest of your life. Trust me, I have had my fair share of labels slapped on me. I can’t even count how many times people called me “studious”(Only I know the amount of cramming I do before an exam to get a decent grade)   I have even been called “Too sensitive” “Too emotional” most of my life. Yes, I maybe all that but I am, also a thousand other things! The Labelling Circus You spill something on yourself while having dinner and suddenly you are “clumsy”. You express a strong opinion and boom you are “bossy”. You answer questions in class “ OMG! you are a nerd, and a teacher’s pet!”   There you go, just like that you earned a shiny new badge. Speaking of labels don’t get me started on being called an “Overthinker” I was called an overthinker once ...
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19 Lessons from My Beautifully Messy Life

You know how every good sitcom has that one wholesome episode where the characters reflect on everything they have learnt so far? Well, consider this my sitcom moment, I recently turned 19 and this is the season finale of the 18th year of my life, this has laughs, life lessons and just the right amount of sappy. Here are 19 lessons I have picked up over the last 19 years of my life that will hopefully make you smile, think and maybe even reflect! 1.Find your own “weird” people and NEVER let them go If you have ever watched the big bang theory( I have established my love for this show in my previous blogs) you know that it’s the weirdness, the quirks that make the friendships special. In my life I have been lucky enough to find my own “weird” people. Take my best friend for example, we have been through it all, getting in trouble with the teacher for laughing too much in class( The economics teacher was pretty pissed at us that day) and being there for each other in those low moments th...
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Tug of war within: Internal conflicts of the mind

  What is it? Internal conflict of the mind is the internal tug of war that people go through. People face it when they have opposing desires and opinions.   They are the silent battles we fight within ourselves. These battles are heart wrenching sad moments when our minds become a battleground and we are stuck in the battlefield(I just rewatched world war 2 movies). These are the moments when our hearts and minds don’t agree leaving us confused. In simple words, It’s the struggle between what we want and what we think we should do, between our desires and our fears. Why do they occur? Conflicting beliefs: Sometimes as humans we are torn between two beliefs. This tension arises when your values clash, causing a struggle to make a decision. This indecisiveness often comes across as irresponsible behaviour when in reality its just a person who is torn between desires and values Mixed Emotions: There are times when humans have contradicting emotions such as excitement and...
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The Power of Storytelling in Visual Media: Psychological themes from Cinema and Television

Movies and Television shows have been a huge part of my life since childhood. From eagerly waiting for “The Big Bang Theory” on Comedy Central as a 12-year-old to rewatching it almost daily as an 18-year-old adult, this show has provided me comfort and helped me understand human relationships as a child. During my 12 th grade board examinations watching at least one episode of the show became a ritual to ease my preparation and to relax. Beyond relaxation, movies and long format content have a profound influence on us, shaping our perceptions and behaviour. In this blog, I am to explore the intricate psychological themes present in Indian cinema by analysing a few characters and their behaviour we will uncover how these stories narrate and show us the reality of humans and their behaviour Psychological themes in Indian Cinema Identity and Self- Discovery (Tamasha and Queen) In Indian cinema, films like Tamasha and Queen show the self-discovery journeys of its protagonists. In “Tamasha...
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