Dark Chocolates

When you are closer to achieving, a far-sighted dream - why does the fear engulf you? I guess, the fear is a good sign. The thrill, the adrenaline tells us that we are pushing ourselves out of our comfort zone. Once fear strikes, doesn't mean that we stop. Always. It only suggests that we choose wisely. Think deep into the situation before hopping on a decision. There is nothing in the world you cannot do. You must dare to achieve what the world thinks you cannot do. You should push yourself to do the things you think you cannot do. What are these quotes for, by the way? As I sit here mongering on the brochures of various colleges and stressing over picking the right one in the right city - I fear. I fear to lose out on my comfortable life, working with one of the best MNCs.Would I be able to do online shopping for the next 2 years? hah! Would I get boost in salary that I expect after my studies? Would I even get a job? What if I lose out on the amazing friends I met he

What do you want? Which perspective is right? The dreamer and the man with a realistic approach, both look at the world through different angles. Who is to say that they achieve what they want in life? The mere purpose of our existence - what does it intend? Someone from the third world country will want to have a basic life, that you currently live. No doubt, the less privileged dream of a life that is lived by you. While those, in the developed ones, want something meaningful. The basic human instinct seems to be the chase. Some only dream with their shadowy glasses, some don't even dream at all. But who is going more wrong? The one who doesn't try, or the one who doesn't even dare to dream? And those who plan, and stick to that plan-- Do they always get what they have been looking for? Yet, they are closer to their agendas. Right? Maybe not, but at least they don't have regrets that they didn't try. Now, I wonder if the purpose of our life is to live

I don't know what to write anymore. To portray the good that exists out there. Or to reveal the darkness hidden underneath. To fire up because of the madness I've felt, Or to dance along the beautiful rhymes, To glee about the fact that the ray of light is visible, Or to be upset that I had to walk through the dark. To believe the praise that I hear, Or to listen to the giggle about me, If I have to go by the harshest of the words said, Or to run by the sweetest smiles exchanged. What to believe I ask- myself. Often in the nights that don't seem to end. To believe that people care about each other, Or to stay certain that they never understand. Who is to be believed? Someone who says that I carry a bright light, Or someone who agonized me to lose self-respect. Should I trust people who believe in my potential Or those who made me believe I am nothing. Burst in the flames that some have sparked in me, Or walk on the calm roads holding hands of the

We have figured it out wrong. Bustling on the roads, sipping our coffees, Smoking cigarettes, partying on weekends, Spending our money on things that don't matter, Like the new shoes, or Maybe the new Dress, The pretty girl with a fake accent is Busy, busy being anxious about her fashion choices, because well, she got it all figured wrong. Yet, she thinks she knows it all, while hidden insecurities, she believes her fake personality is top-notch. So many people in meaningless gibberish Wishing to stay updated with the world facts, to become so opinionated that they can interact about everything that exists, But what are these opinions for by-the-way, If the people you talk to, don't wish to talk to you anyway? And then, come those who wish to align with the world Fight for their society, or the well-being, Such that they are willing to take laws into their own hands, Use their provoking skills to thrash someone in a  mob, who did maybe a wrong. This

Time. It has abilities to move mountains. Literally. You know about the Tectonic Motion, right? And it also has the ability to make things happen. Life isn't so complicated after all. It keeps evolving, day by day. Your thoughts change, your beliefs become stronger and life goes on. Every day, we learn a little more about us. The bad. The good. The worst. The best. There are a few realizations I have come across: 1. We MUST be Strong enough to face our fears. It is the only thing that holds us back - even mentally. Heard this before? The Old Gyaan? Facing fears is all about doing the thing you think you cannot do. It could range from some situational changes to starting up studies to learning artistry. Whatever it is that you have given up on because you are too afraid. Why hold back? You have a world in front of you. Whatever happens, will also run its own timeline and bring you towards light. Believe in that. Believe that whatever you do, you will be okay in the end. R

So many constraints, invisible to the naked eye. Much hypocrisy, delusional yet prevails, Anger embarks sheer blackness of their soul. Rich by notes, yet poor by hearts, Narrow by minds, while having a glass of wine. They judge others by caste, creed, race, And overlook the purity of soul, If you observe, and yes you will -- you shall see the voids in society that you cannot fill. What kind of world are we living in? Where emotions run high, yet they dig deep and burn the skin of people who just want to be free.

Ever looked at a butterfly closely? When we were young, we were asked to paint the pictures of butterflies. We used unimaginable colors to fill in. As we grow, we often miss out on the colors. But it takes only a butterfly to remind us of all the beauty in little things. Like the butterflies in stomach? Oh, who doesn't like those, right? The exchange of a smile, or when you are meeting someone after such a long time -- those butterflies -- that make everything move in the inside. It makes you feel alive. We have to absorb the moments which bring that emotion in us. A friend of mine made me read a quote from Alchemist: "It's the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting." And well, isn't it true!

It's not that we don't know what we want in life. We always do. But, there are some messed up minds in this world who choose to still be ambiguous. You know why? Because of the fear. The fear that if we realize our honest wishes, we might never be able to fulfill them. Instead, we choose to live in denial, and busy ourselves living lives that we don't want to live. Doing things that we don't really like. Talking to people we don't want to speak with. Whereas, life is never as complicated as we make it. We only have to follow the heart strings. Be brave to know what ruins you, and what you seek. Be strong enough to make a change. Who says, we won't make mistakes? We would. A million of them. But learning the art of knowing what we want -- is an epiphany. It helps us get rid of all the bewilderment in our head or around us. Then, we bring hope into our lives. Then, we can make things happen. Maybe it'll need a little struggle. But without that realiz

Forgive, because you have somewhere better to be.  Forgive, for the hurt now lies in the past.  Forgive, for you care for them just as much as they do.  Forgive, because you miss them just as much as they do.  Forgive, because life hasn't been fair to them too. Forgive, as the rain wets their cheek too when you think it doesn't.  Forgive, as they have their own hardships to deal with.  Forgive, for you can't move past it without letting it go.  Forgive, because you ain't the only one who hurts.  Forgive, as it hurts more when you are not able to do so.  Forgive, so you don't have to be in denial anymore.    Forgive, as it ain't easy to forget anyway. Yes, we need to forgive. But mostly, ourselves... Coz we have better places to be.  And this is where, we let it go.. Because if we don't, how are we gonna live?

We are fragile. Sensitive hearts that sometimes hurt too much. Yet, no way that we are going to the therapist, eh? Who wants to pay 2000 rupees to drain out their dull-head on a complete stranger?However, there are other ways to be mentally strong though. By mentally strong I mean -- accepting the situations, and yourself, without being critical and calling yourself a "dull head." Get it? Yoga. Meditation. Visiting temple. Visiting Gurudwara. Listening Gurbani or any other soft music. Chanting Om. Ever tried? Being an atheist, you’d never like to visit a religious place. But, if you had an upbringing in a spiritual family, you will always have an inkling to have faith in the higher power. At the time of lowest of lows, you'll want to bend your knees and simply pray. It is like meditation-- in the realms of practical world. The motive is to find something that gives you peace. Find something that makes your inner soul alive, so you don’t feel dead on the inside a