Passing by a small fair by roadside my eyes fell on something. Something that took me back to yesteryears when happiness was not friends and gadgets but pure joy in small things. It was just a Gas ka Gubbara, which isn't very easy to spot these days. The balloon instantly took me back to the memories of melas that we visited with our parents. Festive holidays that were meant to be lived with family, lots of pakwan and happy food. Gas ka gubbara was a mandatory buy for innumerable years. Something that we both sisters brought back home and competed to make ours last longer. This one being slightly different from the normal gubbara that doesn't soar high above the ground. Whereas our favorite Gas ka Gubbara travelled up and above teaching us that if you keep the heart and feet light, no distance is far away.
Diadeb
Writing gives me wings and thus here I am, flying in full glory.
Wednesday 11 September 2019
Sunday 16 September 2018
Minimalism
I keep hearing this terminology again and again, in various
contexts and in multitudes of life. Though the origin of Minimalism dwells in
Art and Paintings but it has been adopted in varied spheres of lifestyle. But
what doesn’t change is the underlying idea that minimalism brings freedom by
reducing distractions and redundancies. Minimalism tends to ward one away from
incessant competition and fight consumerism. However, minimalism as a practice
is intentional and purposeful. Delving into this topic with people around made
me realize that the inference is very subjective and based on a person’s
upbringing, conditioning and influence. For some, minimalism is about leading
the life with least amount of belongings, for some it is about having a small
inner circle to cut out all the energy suckers, for some it is about embracing
a lifestyle that enhances the spiritual journey. What clearly stands out to me
in most of the cases is that Minimalism as a concept is being adopted in
selective walks of one’s life. Taking example of someone senior in corporate
world who talks about being minimalist in home and decor, doesn’t shy away
from flaunting a brand new expensive car. Another example is of a home maker
who wants to go minimalist on furniture but can’t keep away from hoarding
cosmetics. Another fellow who travels widely but can’t go minimal while
backpacking though his abode is very minimalist. And there are people who live
only for food but will give a pass to any other material possession. Giving up
on makeup and jewelry is another form of minimalism. Coming of age, we have
found our way of picking and choosing from the widespread concepts and everything
comes out in a customized fashion.
The Vulnerabilities Within Us
We all are vulnerable. A big part of our vulnerabilities get
shaped by parenting, familial bonds, kind of people we are surrounded with and
the circumstances that we get to become a part of. Off late body shaming has
come up as one of the most powerful tool, used intentionally or unintentionally.
While it may seem like a normal innocuous comment to some, what it does to the
receiver is extremely disturbing. One loses their self confidence and view
themselves negatively. Another aspect of vulnerability is the ideal image with
a hairless body, which has led to a common belief that hair in various parts of
body are ugly to look at. Dark skin gets rejected during match making and has
built a huge following for skin whitening industry. While this has created a
perennially flourishing cosmetic industry, we have not given a thought to the
vices that are growing in kids mind and making them detest body hair/ dark
color even as kids. Out of the vulnerabilities visible to common eye, another
one that stands out is beautification of body via jewels or cosmetics. In the
race to look stylish and beautiful- we have forgotten to feel good. And feeling
good doesn’t necessarily come from being decked up with various adornments but
from within when you are happy about who you are and accepting the same. Traditional
Indian families are a step ahead in making girls of the house believe that
makeup / jewelry is essential to look beautiful and to keep the man smitten.
Another aspect is to show off the amassed wealth. And all these have been time
and again emphasized by Indian culture and religion too. None of our
gods/goddesses are devoid of makeup and jewelry. Our festivities are based on
decorating the idols of worship. Hence the fight is against the deeply ingrained
system. There are minuscule actions happening hither and thither. While there
is lot of propaganda and movements on social media but it is still a long way
to go courtesy the beautification and objectification of body image. Glad to
see models who are unconventional in their weight, color, have skin/hair issues
being brought in the system. Though there might be hidden agenda by the brand
to look good but nonetheless, a wave of change ensues. People are starting to
lessen down the usage of fairness creams, body wax, color whitening agents and jewelry.
Some are making the conscious choice to step out as individuals without any jewelry or makeup. Exposing their vulnerabilities and letting the world know that this
is real me, we still have a long way to go and promote a culture that is more
accepting and welcoming to the ones that are different.
Sunday 11 September 2016
The Marathon Runners
Running is in and so are the runners..
But what are we running away from?
Running away from those lurking fears, which may not even
exist in reality?
Running away from situations, which weaken us, worsen us and
bring out the worst in us.
Running away from people, who are capable of hurting us.
Running away in relationships, trying to find solace in some
others.
Running away from family, to meet those needs, which give
temporary happiness.
Running away from ourselves, in remorse and doing things,
which further our guilt.
Running, Running, Running......... Reaching nowhere........
Aren't we Marathon runners, in our own ways?
Sunday 7 August 2016
My Man
Let the title not confuse any one of us, yes... ME TOO.
He is the Tridev, he is Life, He is Shiv, my Super hero. The
experience has never been first hand but in and around his dwellings, there is just
something- which gives me that great pull. The dark dungeons with the scent of
earth and the potpourri smell of water mixed with milk, flowers still enchants.
There is an overwhelming and intimidating power, which i feel lurking around at
all his residences and clearly reflecting the power of the Man who is known for
his capability to destroy. Wherever i go, the instant connection has always led
me to those unexplored territories, where his Power exists. For me he is the
Macho God, self reliant, away from the worldly possessions and fidel in many
ways. You drive me Crazyyy...
Monday 13 April 2015
Tell Tales....My version
Acquaintance:
Once again their eyes met
but
they saw only strangers this time...
Language:
Communication was her strength .
The weakness in his eyes bereaved her of the love for
languages.
Superman:
Superman was his hero since childhood
He too wanted to be one...
Waking up to his father made him detest one.
Saturday 20 September 2014
It's Scary
Not
my own compilation but really like them because of the true sense that they
depict.....
She
knows what's amazing about you. She knows what's not.
She
knows your hands go damp in the lift.
That
sometimes you aren't listening, when you swear you are.
You
think it's scary to have someone know you like that.
But
you know there's something scarier.
Not
having someone who knows you like that!
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