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 Can we teach imagination? The question hit me like a plot twist I never saw coming. We spend years drilling formulas, grammar rules, and historical dates into students' minds, but when do we ever teach them to dream, create, and think beyond the obvious? Schools push logic, memorization, and structured learning, but let’s be real where’s the space for wild ideas, for mind-blowing what-ifs?   The sad truth? Traditional education lowkey kills imagination. A kid who once turned cardboard boxes into spaceships is now drowning in multiple-choice questions. We expect students to think outside the box while trapping them inside a textbook. Creativity isn’t rewarded; right answers are. But here’s the catch every genius idea, every jaw-dropping invention, every cultural revolution? It all started with imagination. Without it, we wouldn’t have iPhones, Marvel movies, or even social media.   So, can we actually teach it? 100%.But not the way we teach trigonometry or gramm...

I feel that film festivals aren’t just about watching movies; they’re about feeling them. And today? I felt every frame, every whisper, every contrast of black and white. The 13th Chennai International Documentary and Short Film Festival at MCC wasn’t just an event it was a deep dive into emotions. Here’s what hit me the most. 1. Monochrome Sacrifices & Vibrant Futures I feel that the first documentary played a visual game that got me thinking. Parents were in black and white, kids in color. Why? Because sacrifices are silent, yet they shape everything. The grayscale of pain, struggle, and compromise stood in stark contrast to the bright hues of a child's laughter, dreams, and success. It was like the filmmaker was saying parents drain their colors to fill their children's world with vibrancy. And that? That hit deep. 2. The White Masks of Womanhood I feel that the Bengali documentary made me question everything. Women in white masks, their faces hidden. At first, I thought...

 Ever noticed how trends spread like wildfire? One day, someone starts wearing oversized blazers, and the next, the whole world is dressed like a '90s sitcom character. One influencer posts a catchy dance, and suddenly, everyone’s doing it like it’s a sacred ritual. Originality? A rare species. But why? Why do people copy instead of creating something new? Let’s take a step back. Picture a classroom where a teacher asks a question. The first kid hesitates, thinking of an answer. The second kid peeks over, notices their friend's response, and writes the same thing. The third kid follows suit. By the time the teacher collects the papers, half the class has identical answers. Sound familiar? That’s life. Most people don’t want to be the odd one out. Standing out feels risky, and blending in feels safe. Society has conditioned us to play it safe. From childhood, we’re taught that following rules gets you gold stars, good grades, and a pat on the back. Thinking outside the box? Th...

Have you ever caught yourself nodding along to something you don’t agree with? Or agreeing just to avoid conflict? It’s a trap we all fall into pleasing others at the cost of our own happiness. But why do we do it? And more importantly, is it even worth it? We live in a world that glorifies being liked. From social media validation to real-life interactions, the idea of being accepted drives most of our actions. We tweak our personalities, hide our true preferences, and often suppress our happiness just to make others happy. But here’s the big question if making someone else happy leaves you empty, is it truly happiness? We all have friends who go out of their way to please people, even when they are uncomfortable. They say ‘yes’ when they want to say ‘no.’ They compromise on their happiness, believing it makes relationships smoother. But here’s the catch when you constantly put others first, you slowly fade into the background of your own life. The world already edges us into hidden h...

 When the world feels loud, unkind, and vast,   I spill my soul on pages fast.   Each word a whisper, soft yet true,   A bridge from chaos, guiding through.   My pen, a lantern in the night,   Illuminates the thoughts I fight.   Letters weave through pain and fear,   Turning silence into something clear.   Tears may stain the lines I trace,   Yet in the ink, I find embrace.   Every comma, pause, or rhyme,   Helps me heal with passing time.   No judgment here, just endless space,   To shape my scars with gentle grace.   Through every verse, I learn to see  That writing is my therapy.  

Last night, I had a dream. Not your everyday, run-of-the-mill dream, but a wild, mind-blowing, goosebump-inducing one. I found myself in a world where books weren’t just words on a page they were alive. I wasn’t just reading stories; I was living them. And trust me, it was an adventure worth writing about.    I woke up (or at least I thought I did) on the foggy streets of Victorian London. A man with piercing eyes and a deerstalker hat gave me a once-over. Yep, Sherlock Holmes himself. "Observing the world closely, are we?" he asked, smirking. Before I could reply, Dr. Watson dragged him away on another case, leaving me standing in awe.    Next stop? A candle-lit Renaissance court. Shakespeare himself was in the middle of a heated argument with Hamlet. "To be or not to be" wasn’t just a phrase; it was a full-blown existential crisis playing out before my eyes. I wanted to tell Hamlet to chill, but before I could, a whirlwind of pages transported me to another chapte...

 In a world where we’re constantly plugged in, scrolling through endless feeds, it’s easy to feel like our emotional bank accounts are running on empty. But seriously, are we really thriving on that emotional glow-up, or are we just ghosting our true feelings? Let’s get into it. The Real Deal on Emotional Wealth Forget flexing with the latest gadgets or a million likes emotional richness is all about that genuine vibe. It’s having a tight squad of ride-or-die peeps who not only vibe with your energy but are also ready to dive deep when it’s time to spill your secrets. It’s that low-key yet ultra-important connection that makes you feel seen and heard, beyond the filters and curated Insta posts. Sharing Secrets: The Ultimate Trust Hack We’ve all got our share of drama, dreams, and those midnight thoughts that are too deep for a DM. Sharing your inner secrets isn’t just about offloading your baggage it’s a major trust hack that can level up your relationships. When you open up and ge...

Should Love Have a Holiday or Be Dismantled? – A Debate Worth Falling For! Love  a forever thing or just another day in the calendar? That was the heated debate in class today, and trust me, the arguments were as passionate as love itself!   Team A stood firm: Love is eternal. It doesn’t need a designated day because it exists in every moment, every breath. They argued that if love had a “holiday,” it could create unrealistic expectations, leading to disappointments. Some pointed out that love is organic, not something to be scheduled. And what about those with strict parents? Wouldn’t this day be their only chance to celebrate love openly? Another angle? The commercialization of love should we really be measuring it in expensive gifts?   Team B, on the other hand, believed in celebrating love with a holiday. They saw it as a milestone, a chance to cherish moments that often slip away in the rush of life. Privacy, reflection, and togetherness this day offers a r...

You ever just sit there, staring at a screen, a book, or a wall, and realize… nothing is happening? No thoughts, no ideas, just an empty void where your brain used to be? Yeah, me too. It’s like your mind suddenly decides to take a vacation without informing you. You try to focus, but all you can do is blink at the task in front of you, hoping some divine intervention will kickstart the neurons. Spoiler: it doesn’t. Maybe it's burnout. Maybe it's too much scrolling. Maybe it’s just one of those days when the brain clocks out, leaving you on your own to deal with life. You drink water. You take a walk. You even try that dramatic ‘splash water on your face and look in the mirror’ scene from movies. Still, nothing. The brain refuses to brain. And then, at the most inconvenient time like when you’re trying to sleep it suddenly decides to return, bombarding you with overanalyzed conversations, deep philosophical questions, and a random embarrassing memory from ten years ago. M...

I asked my friend why he loves playing football at night. His answer hit different  "Emotions will be at their peak." No floodlights, no crowd, just him, the ball, and the chaos inside his head. He overthinks, he overfeels, but on the field, everything makes sense. His football doesn’t judge. It doesn’t ask why he’s mad, why his mind is running laps faster than his legs, or why he feels like the world is too much. It just lets him play. He kicks, he dribbles, he shoots he releases. Every ounce of frustration, every unsaid word, every bottled-up thought gets a chance to breathe. The night listens when no one else does. The goalpost? Not just a target. It’s where he channels his anger, his fears, his doubts. The ball? Not just a ball. It’s his silent therapist, taking hit after hit, but never leaving his side. Maybe that’s why midnight football hits different. It’s more than a game. It’s therapy. It’s freedom. And sometimes, under the night sky, with just a ball at his...

Something deep..... Tucked in my mind like a favorite song,   Replay button hit all day long.   Flashback reels, slow-mo feels,   Every moment still so real.   Polaroids fade, but vibes stay strong,   Good times hum like a midnight song.   Echoes of laughter, whispers of pain,   Dancing through my soul like summer rain.   Seasons shift, people drift,   But memories? They’re my gift.   Not just pictures, not just art—   They’re tattooed deep inside my heart.

 This morning, I hopped on a bus from Chennai to Trichy, expecting just another long ride. But what I didn’t expect was a front-row ticket to three drastically different worlds of love. It was like watching three parallel universes unfold each with its own vibe, its own rhythm, and its own definition of what love looks like. World 1: The Warmth of Love Right in front of me sat a couple who redefined the word goals. The guy was all about her caring, attentive, and effortlessly thoughtful. When the AC cranked up, turning the bus into a mini Antarctica, he didn’t just offer his jacket; he straight-up put it on her. No second thoughts, no hesitation. Just pure, unfiltered warmth literally and emotionally. And it didn’t stop there. He bought food, fed her, and instead of doom-scrolling through their phones, they were reading news articles and books, engaging in deep conversations. While everyone else was glued to their screens, they were lost in each other’s words. Love that nurtures th...

Pixels of hope flicker in the dark,   algorithms of desire, untethered, spark.   We scroll through skies, infinite, unseen,   chasing glitches of what could’ve been.   Reality buffers, but dreams stream clear   no Wi-Fi needed, no signal here.   They’re the OG metaverse, raw, unplugged,   where hearts go viral, and souls stay snug.

This morning I watched Sid's youtube video. He spoke about 3H's which really inspired and they are about being Hungry, Humble and Hustle.Yo, let’s talk about the vibes that separate the dreamers from the doers: staying hungry, keeping it humble, and grinding hard.These three? They’re the cheat code to leveling up in life. Let’s break it down.  1. Stay Hungry: Keep That Fire Lit   Being hungry isn’t just about wanting more it’s about being obsessed with your goals. It’s that main character energy that keeps you hustling when everyone else is hitting snooze. Think about it: the GOATs in every field? They’re always chasing the next win, the next breakthrough. Stay curious, stay ambitious, and never settle for "just okay."   2. Stay Humble: Keep It 100  No cap, humility is the ultimate flex. It’s about knowing your worth without being extra. Real ones know that success isn’t a solo mission it’s a team effort. Stay grounded, give credit where it’s due, and alway...

I read this morning that 90% of startups fail (Source: Forbes), but here’s the catch those who push through the odds rewrite the game. You don’t need a billionaire investor or a fancy degree to make it big. Sometimes, all it takes is a dream, a hustle, and a refusal to quit.   Let me introduce you to some local legends who turned their side hustles into full-blown success stories.  🚀  From a Street Cart to a Food Empire – Maria’s Story: Maria started with a single food cart, selling tacos on a bustling street corner. With zero marketing budget, she relied on word-of-mouth and Instagram reels (Source: Entrepreneur). Slowly but surely, her flavor-packed tacos became the talk of the town.   Her game plan?   ✅ Reinvest every single rupee into better ingredients.   ✅ Use social media as a free billboard.   ✅ Collaborate with local influencers for shoutouts.   Fast forward to today she owns a chain of five restaurants, pro...