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Perspective
You see me from a perspective That is so uniquely youYou paint me with colorsYour favorite shades and hues! You want me to be a shadowA reflection of your ideasA version alive in your mindCatering to your inner dystopias Your vision is distortedBy your experiences and lessonsThe lens through which you viewIs blurred with your…
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What should I write about?
I sit to write something,But not sure about what to write.Should I write the tale of my heart,Or is it too cheesy to start?Should I write about all the things I do?Hoping someone would follow the suit.Or should I write about how I slipInto the sessions of daydreaming trips?Should I write about the mind and…
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Holding on too tight
Unknown, not expectedTurning point in lifeSomething that shook things upSomething that made me realizeI wasn’t prepared for thisNor in my wildest dreamsA tough decision to makeA truth that I can’t admitMy whole world turned upside downUnbelievable, unacceptable, unimaginedWhat a situation I’ve found!I can’t comprehendWhy did this happen to me?Not able to fathomNot ready to acceptI…
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In fifty years
In fifty years the sun will still brighten up the earth’s face the winds will still make the leaves dance with grace the moon will still change its phases from full to none and back the rivers will still run, rumbling in their track the oceans will still swell and surge the day and night…
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When you’re deep down in dumps!
Sometimes, when you’re deep down in dumps,Nothing makes sense and there is no triumph;Everyone will tell you, it’s stupid and dumb,All you have to do is just let go and move on!No one will really listen, no one will really understand,Everyone will have their own opinion and lessons to be learnt!You’re overthinking, you’re just being…
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I am not like you
I am not like you,Neither like how you think I am;I am a grand collection of things,Of experiences that my life brings. I am not here to fit,Neither am I here to misfit;I am here to experience life,Through the lens of my tiny eye. I understand things differently,And I may react weirdly;Because my triggers are…
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My Poison
Ask me about my poisonAnd I’ll reply – thinking;More than what I should,More than what I must! I ponder over what-ifs,I ponder over maybes;I create situations unrealistic,Replay until on them, I fix. I suffer in my mind,I go through the pain;Of things and people,Even though it may never rain. I run through blazing trails,Of moments…
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Bound on Voyage
I am bound on a voyageOn unchartered seasTraveling to places unknownJust flowing with the breeze No route all mapped outNo destinations markedJust taking a step after anotherInto the unknowns embarked Carrying a little bundle of joyWith a handful of thrillA generous pinch of fearEasily overcome by chill Yet towards the outlandish pathI set out to…
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Dancing Wild
Dancing wildWith the windWild and immersedGracefully swayingImmersed in the moment Without a careMoment of peaceIn the chaotic worldPeace of beingBreathing and existingBeing the true selfThe universe’s favoriteSelf without exceptionsOf ifs and butsExceptions and liesTaught from birthLies that tear at the heartGo on to rip the world apartHeart that once was pureUntainted and divinePure as the…
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Hey baby
We all have been hurt or felt lonely as a child some or the other time. We all carry childhood wounds. Let’s talk to the child in you today and assure them that you are always there for them, no matter what!
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Should I wait for you?
A poem depicting the confused, flirty, anxious yet excited thoughts that run through the mind when you see your crush!
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Bidding Adieu
Come sit with meOne last timeLet me relive theMemories and painsLet me talk to youAbout the momentsFor which we are hereTogether in this wildernessLet me go back in timeTo the bits and piecesWhere we metSince thenYou’ve become an Ever-growing part of meToo heavy to handleToo big to carryI want to spend The final timesBiding AdieuFinally…
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I want to write
I want to writeMost beautiful wordsHeart touching proseStone-melting poems I want to writeStories of pastRecitals of futureFiction and fantasies I want to writeMagical talesRun amok my imaginationPen down the wildest dreams I want to writeShare them with youHelp you healAid you grow But Mainly,I want to writeFor myselfOpen my heartExpress my emotions I want to…
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Looking for someone
Looking for someoneTo talkIn pictures and selfiesIn clicks and reelsTo converseThrough looksTo conveyNot by wordsBut by actsOf kindness and honestyTo not utter a statementYet speak to the heart Looking for someoneWith empathy and loveTo conferThe things of the pastThe dreams and wishesBring reliefTo the sore sightRaising the moralesNot by utteringIdioms and phrasesBut by listeningTo the…
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Trapped Freedom
Stopped, stuck, trapped, cagedWithin the gleaming bars of mindChained down with knots of thoughtsGlued down to temperamental ties Fighting a war of lost causeFighting from the wrong sideFighting with the human worldWhen the devil gleefully rests inside Where does freedom reside?Where is the strength to turn tides?In this chaotic confused world?Who will fight by my…
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I want to arrive at my death a little late
I want to arrive at my death a little lateDraped in the silk cloth with a capeGliding slowly across the long walkWith slow murmuring and hushed talk I want to arrive at my death a little lateBecause I want to first celebrateI want to make an epic sceneAnd tell everyone how I have been I…
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A Dying Flower
A dying flowerThrown in the binAfter been adoredCherished and grinnedA gift to the lovedA symbol of winAfter being pluckedAway from its kin Blooming on the treeSwaying with the windA thousand petalsGrowing out of the rindInside the little budTo the branch pinnedBy the gentle riverOn the outskirts of Sindh And yet it was a dying flowerBeing…
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A Bird Without Wings
A positive attitude was the start Looking at the blessings was the art The road to happiness wasn’t straight It was full of losing fake mates Ups and downs , progress and regress Yet consistency was the solution best!
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I see you
I see you drooping,All green and yellow,Swaying and swinging,Through the mellow. I see you stand tall,Up and super tough;Withstand it all,The smooth and the rough. I see you surge,Continue to grow;Yet wisdom you splurge,To all high and low. I see you everyday,I hear you talk,Tis a day of giving,Is the motto you rock!
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THE STAR
Twinkling, twerking, twistingTottering, twirling, tracingThe canvas of the universeTelling tales until end of times Tapping, tagging, trailingTinkering, trodding, travelingThrough territories unknownTo the tempting sound of chimes Tempting, tickling, talkingTeasing, thrilling, toutingThe different faces of a starYet for everyone equally it shines
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A Mind-full Drive
Does your mind wanders when you are driving on a familiar road? Then you are a day dream driver!
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Tales of times
To writing a book,Timing it right;To telling the tales;Of times and tide. The songs of morrow,The tasks of pride,The talks of man,And women alike. The fields of blood,The troops of tusks;The chariots of gold,The smelling dusks. The treaties of truce,The talks of rules;The honored fights,And grieved who died. The travelers tripTo end of the world,Along…
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I Found A Tape
Old patterns surround us every time we hit the trigger. It is upon us to take a firm stand and not fall into those patterns.
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Hey! I am smart!
The poem goes to describe the person saying he/she knows everything including French and German and Spanish language (use of the words and phrase) but in the end is saying.. who knows how I know everything.. that’s the pun!
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Climbing the Mountain
TopHigh upI climbed on Until the peakOf the mountainThrough its windingAnd ever twisting roadsThrough the deep dark tunnelsDriving on the edge of the valleysNavigating the u-pin bends as I driveWith music blasting through the speakersAnd the laughing and chattering of my friendsThe holiday excitement that winds up our heartsWaving to the tiny homes on the…
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I wore a hat
I wore a hat, a yellow hat,With a big bow on the rim.A floppy hat, A pretty hat,Oh! With a lovely brim! I wore a hat, a shady hat,To keep me from the sun.A huge hat, a fashionable hat,Yay! Let’s have some beach fun! I wore a hat, a plush hat,In the speeding winds,A flying…
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Upholding me!
I am a colorful rainbow,Shaded by beliefs and experiences;Of all the things I went through,And all the perspectives I grew. A collection of years of living,A unique personality brewing;Layers within layers to reveal,And so many feelings to feel. Yet you want to repaint me,Remodel me and retrain me;Fit me into your notional idea,Of the person,…
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Tattoos
Getting inked is a dream,Wearing the past on the sleeves;Covering the wounds of the body;And all the things we greave. Weaving stories of the passions,Of the quick successions;Of the tribes and the remind,Of the scars of the minds. A little color hereAnd some words there;A beautiful thoughtA form of self-care. A fashion statement,Or a professional…
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Pencraft
The smooth gliding on the paper,The curves and lines it makes;The enchanting marks it leaves behindWhen the ink meets the page. The beautiful letters it creates,The ups and downs on the lines;The cursive alphabets that shape,Leaves a mesmerizing gaze. The literature is ripe with it,The past and the future;Captured in the silky grace,Prompting to follow…
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Arboreal Talks
I see you running around, thinkingWhat I do is important, creatingArtificial emergencies, obsessingOver artificial deadlines. I stand and bloom, yet youKeep moving, prioritizingUnnecessary things, searchingFor peace in wrong places. I blossom and enjoy, youtour and try, I go Through spring and ice, buryMy roots deep and nice. Little do you realize, peace Lies in stillness,…
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GOOD VIBES
A little love, A small life All abundance and everything nice A star, wrapped in light Shining joy of the morning bright The blue of the clear skies The sun of summer tribes An incredible wonder Unending amazement Infectious laughter of a two year old child Morning dew on a spring day Fiery warmth on…
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She!
I overcompensate, I overshare,I try to fill in the silence;And want to make me seemLike a person for whomThe world would really care. I try to be niceBy going out of my zone; Give multiple chances,To people who don’t deserve! Not saying no,And always going overboard,Giving when I don’t have, Shooting myself in the leg,For…
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Master Mind
I want to be in the moment,Yet you drag me away;Showing what is not,You make me sway.Constantly running and Brooding over and over;You make me think A thousand things a day. All I want is peace,All I want is to be;Yet you magnify my fears,And always make a way.What if this and what if that,You…
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Fixing Life
I think I need to fix it,There’s something broken it seems;Is it me or is it life,Or is it everything in between? I have an urge to find a solution,To a question or a problemWhich exists only in my mind,And yet it seems so real. Being constantly in the fight or flight mode,Trying to figure…
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Let’s travel
The excitement when the flight takes off,The amazement of a new place;Breathing in new air,The happy vibe it makes. Wandering around on cobbled streets,Getting lost in the crowd,The fun of discovering new places,The wonderment it all brings about! Sampling the local food,The wine and the cheese;Talking to strangers,Let the moment just freeze! The adventures on…
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Labels
We label people all the time, include ourselves. This label may be a reasonable reflection of who we are right now, but over the time, they tend to make us short-sighted and limit our potentials.
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Little things
The small things matter,They are important as hell;A little light at the end of the tunnel,Can mean everything will soon be well.The tiny smile to a stranger,A good morning to the man;A small peck on the cheek,Or just a hug, if you can!Listening to the day’s course,Taking interest in their life,Asking those small questions,Well, you…
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Eternal Hope
Hiding behind the curtains,A watery grave of solitude;A simple click and a small prick,Running the yard askew. A tingling feeling underneath,And a small sign of breathlessness;All very well veiled in the curve,Of an eternal burning sunshine. The search is unending,And the paths are multiple;Strutting along each of them,And changing the course often. An undecided mind,And…
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Living Life
Dream the wildest dream, And pursue the craziest thought; Chase after the butterflies, And run after the moth.
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Being Wise
You can read a thousand books,A million videos you can watch;You can talk to the old and wise,Gather all the wisdom you want. You can hoard knowledge,Collect all the sayings in the world;You can be as literate as a sage,And yet be stuck to the very spot. It is great to be called a learned,What…
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Mind Illusions
Down in the pits, Wailing and crying; Never stopping to look, Never looking to change.
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Leap of faith
What are you afraid of?Why do you hold your steps?Is it something in your mind?Or is it because of your heart’s hurt? Why do you not take chances any more?Like when you were young and bold.When you would just flow with the things,And be eager to explore! What is it that holds you back?Is it…
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Human World
Not everything is to be analyzed,Somethings are to be felt;To be trusted and experienced.Like an everlasting trail of fragrance,They leave memories for life;And remind us of timesWhen we were once stars. Not everything is to be sorted,In the basket of right and wrong;It is just one big ocean,With fishes big and small;Each one is important,Each…
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Like a Butterfly
The more I try to come closer,More further you seem;Like a butterfly,Far away you beam. I try and try to hold youAnd keep you close,Yet you manage to escape,Right on tip toes. I put all my focus on you,And do everything I can do;Yet it doesn’t seem enough,Yet it doesn’t seem good. Now I think…
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Seeking Answers
Staying up at nights, I keep thinking;Trying to find answers,Of questions I do not know.Asking the darkness,To show me the light;Asking the weak,Tell me, how to fight?I keep running over and over,Through the same lanes,And the same roads;Hoping to run into something new,Something exciting, Giving me a cue.Little do I know, For the answers I…
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Dear visitor
I can hide you in my eyes,But promise me you won’t show;Or I can give you a space in my heart,But please don’t make it too dark. I can disguise you in my words,Do not fill up the space between lines;I can conceal you in my smile,As long as you don’t turn into frown. I…
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Let’s break the silence on mental health issues for NRIs
“Mental health problems don’t define who you are. They are something you experience. You walk in the rain and you feel the rain, but, importantly, YOU ARE NOT THE RAIN.” — Matt Haig The thought of living abroad in a new country comes with its excitement, making us picture a happy life full of adventures…
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It’s not you, It’s me!
When I see you, it’s sad, You obviously need some help, Even though you don’t think that’s true, But I can see it all through. I can see your mind angry, I can feel your cry for help; It’s clearly visible how you avoid things, And people betrayed, this is how you felt. Like you…
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Some goodbyes are forever
Not everyone stays in our life forever. Some people need to leave. Some are literally kicked out. Others, well, we really want them with us forever, but somehow we find them leaving. We want to hold them tight, try every possible way to keep them, even change ourselves, be ready to cut-off other relations for…
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Key to finding solutions
Finally, it was a holiday for the children living in the building. They had decided to contribute 10 rupees each and pool the funds to have a small picnic at the garden. This was not like the garden near their building. it was a big one with lot of space, more slides and fun equipments…
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Weeding your subconscious
Every incident matters. It leaves an everlasting trace on you. No matter how small, and no matter how insignificant. You are changing every single minute. Each encounter leaves an impact on you. You are nothing but a collection of events since birth and beyond. Every event that happened to you has shaped you in some…
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You are what you give away
We all have judged someone one time or the other. Oh, she is good. Yeah, He’s snazzy. Well, I wish he were more intelligent. And we all subconsciously continue to do so. But have we ever though what kind of person we are? No, really? Have we ever? I am sure a lot of us…
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Are you just an option?
You feel special, you feel adored,Absolutely cared for, Spoiled to the core.Your every word is heard,Your every emotion explored.Happy happy little birdie,In their presence, you soar.Yet something keeps nagging,Something doesn’t seem right.There are times when you feel,Completely ignored.All the limelight, and all the focus,Once uphill, all go down the road.They call you and talk,But only…
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Maybe this is you
Being hurt by people is inevitable. Being hurt by yourself is worst. Those broken promises leave you doubtful.You surround yourself with walls.You become too afraid to be vulnerable.You become more comfortable with distancing yourself.You create new hobbies and engage your mind.You laugh and dance. Meditate and travel.Once in a while you feel lonely.But you think…
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The fear of the unknown
The unknown grabs metwists my guts and turns them around.Not knowing the outcomelocks me to the ground. It grapples meto the hooks of routineaccepting what isfor the ordinary thing. It makes me want to staywhere I should be leavingand be afraid of doingwhat might be the right thing. It ties me down in my very…
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Blame game
“You always blame me for what happened”; “Why am I always responsible for anything that goes wrong?” If this is what something you keep telling or wondering, chances are you are the one blaming yourself rather than others around you. You need to recognize the pattern of automatically holding yourself responsible for everything around you.…
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Things are meant to be
If things are meant to be,Nothing you do matters;However unlikely they seem,Even if they are in tatters. All the obstacles you counted,And all the negatives you saw;There’s always a way that works,That’s the goddamn law! If people are meant to be together,They will end up so;All they must do is trust,And just go with the…
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Friends
They put you down,They lift you up;They turn you around,And make you a clown. They embarrass you,And put you in trouble;Make fun of you,And burst your little bubble. They make you laugh,They make you cry;They understand your heart,Even when your eyes are dry. They support you,Through thick and thin;And have your back;Even when you are…
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It’s a new day
A new day, a new beginning;A new way to live.A new sway, A new start;Another chance to give! Let today be the tomorrow;Which never really arrives.It’s the time to do;To transform our lives! Get up and go to the gym;Do that work pending since.Start something that makes you keen;Let’s just redefine our routines! Today, make…
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When worries surround you
When worries surround you,And you don’t know what to do;When nothing seems to work,Everyone looks like a jerk. When restlessness is your new friend,And you have so much to mend;When nothing anymore excites you,“Oh routine! I am tired” is your cue. Stop worrying of the future and the past,These will not last;Do what need to…
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I belong
I belong where I am,I have nowhere else to be;This is the moment I was waiting for,So carefully crafted for me! I belong in this place,In this time and space;With all the experience of being,So peaceful and freeing! I was meant to be here,In this very throne;So still and so rooted,Despite the daily drone! No…
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Unstuck yourself!
I have seen a lot of people feeling stuck in their life at some or the other point. They have this feeling where they feel worthless, they are bored with life. Life feels like a routine. Nothing new, nothing exciting. They hate their life. They feel worthless. They feel as if there is nothing to…
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Remembrance
In the midst of the work,Something suddenly reminds me of you;I pause a moment and smile,Yeah, I do miss you! I miss the long conversations,The midnight “I can’t sleep” talks;Me talking all nonsense,And you putting up with it all! Your thoughtful gestures,And the caring thoughts;The diversions you created,Just to make me forget it all. You…
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I am a good person!
I am such a good person,And yet, bad things happen to me. Oh, he is such a creep,Did you see how rude that one was;And that guy surely has attitude,Oh, this one really stinks. She is always lost,What does she keeps thinking of,Oh, and her! She looks so mean,Well, how did that one become a…
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The invisible
Like a blanket of comfort;Like the favorite shirt,Like a blessing in disguise;Like the waves that rise;Like the bond of joy;And the amusing toy;Like a laborers chore;A traditional folklore;Like the sun that shines;Oh! the intoxicating wine;Like the moon that reflects;And the hearts that connect;Like the all supreme;Yet the very dream;Like the see-able unseen;The core of every…
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I am growing
I am growing, evolving; I am turning into a new me. Slowly, but surely, I am going to be free. My mind is just a tool, And my thoughts still rule; It will take loads of time, But ultimately, I will find. What I seek, is seeking me; And distracted I might be, Yet, it…
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Thoughts of sorrow
Everything I believed in, Got lost with time; Everything I said mine, Aged away with wine. Every step I took, Got erased with each wave; And everywhere I looked, All I saw was grave. All hearts dark, And all hands closed; Even from the lake, A jealous smoke rose. Stood there in the midst, A…
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Special People
…. but some people are special, They are never to be forgotten… They are never to be ignored, Never to be bored; They will always be missed, And respected and cherished; Wherever they may be, They’ll always be remembered with bliss. Many will come and many will go, Some may settle, and some may no;…
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A Letter For Me!
I found a letter, a letter for me, It said open, with a huge smiley! It talked of things all gee, Of how strong I am, And how wonderful I can be!
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Rise up
I fall time and again, Yet I get up and walk; I aim to fly high in the sky, Whilst I am still crawling. People I love – leave, And yet I am still hopeful. When everything comes crashing, I smile and say, There’s always another chance, A new day, A new opportunity. I am…
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Let them go!
In the meantime, full concentrate on yourself – the single most important person in your life who matters the most!
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Stop Judging…. Yourself!
“Oh, it’s not really his fault”, “It’s ok buddy no worries” or “That’s alright. I completely understand why you did what you did”. We all have said this to a lot of people. We all have forgiven other people for their mistakes, for the hurt that they have caused us. We always give other people…
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Stop running the race!
This life is a race,A race to run,From being the strongest to the richest;And to run, we all have begun. You have to be the first,Second is just a myth!Oh you are no good,No better than that Smith! We keep chasing,Chasing down the imaginary goals;Did we ever stop and think?In the end, what is its…
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Words are all I have
Words are all I have, And words are all I can give; May it be an expression, Or be it a piece of advice; To act or not to, is your decision. The meaning of my words will change for each, Based on your perspective and experience; What I mean to say is not what…
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Some Positive Thoughts
These are some positive thoughts, practices which I believe in and an trying to practice. Let me know what do you think!
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Now is the time!
Now is the time to be Now is the time to do Now is the time to sow Now is the time to grow Thoughts make you travel in time Remembering memories sweet and divine And to the unseen future of possibilities Yet now is the only opportunity! Minutes pass by unaware And in our…
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Grounding Is Important
Originally posted on Be Inspired..!!: Grounding is THE key to emotional and energetic balance. It means that you are present in your body and firmly connected to the Earth. Grounding is especially important for people with high-sensitivity (HSP – highly sensitive people). With good grounding, you can keep your balance, be fully present in the…
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When life hits you!
Some people are hurt with others, Others are hurt with life itself; When life hits you hard on your head, Everyone around you is responsible for that! Someone’s good intention is seen as bad, To suit the situation in your head; When life hits you hard on your head, Everyone around you is responsible for…
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Six Strings of a Guitar
Aren’t we all a little like that? Limited by ourselves and so involved in our own thoughts of right and wrong that we forget to see beyond. We are so comfortable in our routines and egos and limits set by ourselves that we actually forget to live!
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The Lost Kid
My past experiences define me now, Oh, I am afraid to open up anymore; I can’t just let go of it, I Just don’t know how!
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A Trip Down The Memory Lane (Bulgaria Trip) – Day 1
The first thing on her itinerary was bungee jumping – an adventure within an adventure. Determined to do an adrenaline pumping activity, she had booked her jump weeks ago. She loved challenging her fears and conquering them.
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Of Open and Close Doors
Sometimes everything is so short-lived. You are left surprised – Didn’t it just start? How did it come to an end so quickly? Didn’t I just arrive? How come I have to leave so soon? I had just started having fun, loosening up. I had just started to feel myself again. Do I have to…
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A trip down the memory lane – the arrival
Stepping out of the airport, she could feel her heart beating faster. This was it! Another big tick mark on her bucket list. She had finally made it to her first solo trip! As she searched through the small crowd for a familiar face, she could feel the excitement trickle down her spine. “Yay!, I…
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Getting Lost only to Find!
“Mom, I am going on a solo trip!” she finally declared on the phone. It was Friday morning and the start of the weekend for this part of the world. Her roommate was still sleeping and thus, she was huddled on the passage floor talking to her mom back in Mumbai. The passage was rather…
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The Writer’s Story
There are always people who appreciate it. And then there are people who think it’s common and nothing new. But to her, the writing matters – as long as it can connect with even a single person, she is happy!
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Don’t Lust, Grow!
A thousand suns are still insufficient for the insatiable minds. Isn’t that true? When all we want is more and more, we can never be satisfied. But is it wrong to ask for more? It’s that a way of moving ahead in your life? We don’t want stagnation in our lives. All of us want…
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It’s All About Relationships
Ask people “what is life all about?”, and you get so many different answers – it is about finding your purpose, being a good human being, fulfilling your dreams or simply living. Personally, I feel life is all about experiencing both – the good and bad, learning your lessons and evolving. But here, I want…
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Break That Pattern – Part 2
Like I said in the previous post, we all have a pattern which we follow subconsciously. Some of them make us happy, but most of us are struggling with the wrong ones. Luckily, there are simple steps to break the pattern. All you need is the willingness to follow. The very first step to break…
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Break That Pattern – Part 1
Today I want to tell you a story – Story of a girl who was beautiful, strong, talented and Miss perfectionist! She was 14 years old. Always a topper in the class. Any extra-curricular activity and she was the first to participate. The ideal student. All the teachers loved her. One would think she will grow…
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Friends are forever
Friends – we all have them. They are like our extended family, sometimes extended part of ourselves! With them, we can be as crazy as we like and still be counted sane! They are the people whom we share our every secret, every joy and sadness. We have fights, we patch-up, we talk about our…
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Have a Magical Day – Every Day!
Life is never one smooth journey. There are always ups and downs in life. Everyone has both good and bad phases in life. The good phases make happy memories. The bad phases obliviate them!! “Everything happens for a good reason” or “God / Universe always has your back”. In my mind, I always think – are…
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You are a Star – Literally!
We all have the capacity to be something so much more than we are right now. No matter where we are and what we are doing. We all can be so much more. All we need to do is believe in the magic we possess. We need to remember every minute how very special we…
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DREAM – How Real it can get!
Close your eyes and have a dream. A dream of your perfect little world. Believe in the dream. Act your dream. Be patient. And I promise – you are already living in your perfect world. Just as you dreamt.