Curated Thoughts & Insight

Ah, the siesta. The world loves to make fun of it, thinking it’s just an excuse for Spaniards to take a nap in the middle of the day. And honestly, they’re not entirely wrong. But let’s set the record straight: siesta is a sacred institution, and if you’ve never experienced it, you’re missing out on one of life’s finest pleasures. But, of course, it’s not as simple as just curling up for a nap whenever you want. No, the siesta is a carefully curated art form that requires perfect timing, a cozy spot, and absolutely no interruptions. So, let’s break down why the siesta is the best—and why everyone should just admit that we’ve mastered the art of chilling. 1. The Post-Lunch Food Coma is Real Let’s face it—after eating a proper Spanish lunch (we’re talking paella, tortilla de patatas, and maybe some jamón ibérico for good measure), your body demands a rest. How are you supposed to focus on anything when all that delicious food is sitting in your stomach, making you drowsy? Trying to sta...

If you’ve ever scrolled through Instagram or YouTube, you’ve probably stumbled across those “productive morning routine” videos. You know the ones: they start with some model-human waking up at 5 AM, meditating, working out, reading three chapters of a self-help book, and sipping green smoothies—all before 7 AM. And here you are, still figuring out how to hit snooze without accidentally turning off your alarm. Let’s break down why the whole “perfect morning routine” myth is a scam we all secretly want to believe in. 1. Waking Up at 5 AM Is Just Torture Let’s address the elephant in the room—waking up at 5 AM is not, and never will be, fun. All these productivity gurus say things like “Seize the day!” and “The early bird catches the worm!” But listen, if catching worms means dragging myself out of bed before the sun’s up, I’m perfectly happy staying worm-less, thanks. Sleep is precious. Let me enjoy it. 2. Yoga at Dawn? Let’s Be Real So, the morning routine always starts with some...

In India, the moment you're born, there’s already someone calculating the exact age you should be getting married. “Beta, don’t worry, abhi toh time hai,” they say, but secretly, they've already picked out a prospective match for you—probably some aunty's son who’s a software engineer in the US . Let’s explore the fascinating world of Indian expectations, where every life milestone comes with a generous helping of unsolicited advice. 1. The Great Indian Family Expectations The moment you turn 25, shaadi becomes the hottest topic at every family gathering. You’d think the country is running on arranged marriages like petrol pumps. But let me tell you, the struggle is real. “Beta, when are you settling down?” As if 'settling' is something you do like putting down roots. How do you explain to them that your idea of ‘settling’ is figuring out what to eat for dinner tonight? Also, apparently, your ‘perfect match’ is a stranger they found in some newspaper ad. Yeah, tha...

So, here we are. Adults. Or at least, that’s what the world keeps telling us we are. But let’s be real: when did we actually sign up for this gig? I mean, one day you're a carefree teen, and the next, you're Googling how to fix your credit score while eating cold pizza at 11 PM because who has time to cook? Let’s dive deep into why adulting feels like a glitch in the matrix. 1. Bills: The Ultimate Scavenger Hunt Remember when getting mail was fun? Yeah, me neither. Now it’s just bills. But not just any bills—bills you didn’t even know you had. Who knew breathing required a subscription service? And don’t get me started on the random fees they tack on just to keep you guessing, like some twisted financial game of “Where’s Waldo?” 2. The Myth of “Work-Life Balance” Apparently, there’s this thing called “balance” we’re supposed to achieve between work and life. Spoiler alert: it doesn’t exist. You’re either overworked, underpaid, or pretending you have it all together while secr...