One day of applause, 364 days of silence
International Women’s Day began as a movement for equality. Today it often feels like a moment of applause that fades too quickly. Read my reflection on the gap between celebration and reality.
Why do we equate retirement with illness?
By Divya Munjal When I stepped away from my corporate job a few months ago, the first feeling was relief. The constant urgency, the mental load and the invisible pressure…
The 9:25 am thought: When the mind remembers what the calendar has forgotten
By Divya Munjal Some thoughts return quietly, even when the calendar has moved on. This reflection explores one such moment. https://youtu.be/db3ZH4unb0Y?si=WMLLtgnlAbJr4Xf9 At exactly 9:25 am, while I was standing in…
Who can perform Hindu last rites if there is no son? Tradition and modern perspectives
In Hindu tradition, the eldest son performs last rites. But what happens when there is no son? A balanced modern perspective on whether a son-in-law can perform funeral rituals.
Can I not take a pause?
By Divya Munjal Almost everyone I meet asks me the same question. And every time, it leaves me slightly unsettled: “So, what do you plan to do next?” They ask…
Chhoti Si Aashaa: When achievement is not enough
By Divya Munjal There was a phase in my life when I was constantly busy. Busy at work, busy meeting deadlines, busy juggling responsibilities. Whenever friends or family members called,…
Do not be someone’s spare tyre: How to identify true friends
By Divya Munjal Discover how to identify true friends and avoid being treated as a “spare tyre.” Learn the signs of one-sided friendships, real-life examples, and practical strategies to build…
Who invented the weekend? The surprising story behind your two days of freedom!
By Divya Munjal We all love the weekend. It is the time when we rest, sleep late, go shopping, spend time with family, or just do nothing. But have you…
The story of pigeon post: From feathers to fiber optics
By Divya Munjal Have you ever seen a pigeon flying in the sky and thought, “This little bird once carried messages across cities and countries”? It may sound surprising, but…
Embracing challenges: The power of resilience
By Divya Munjal Life is never a smooth journey; it is full of peaks and valleys. How we carry ourselves through the highs and maintain composure during the lows…