What would you do if you lost all your possessions? I know what it feels like to lose everything. Not just misplacing a wallet or missing a flight, but the kind of loss that drowns you — literally and figuratively — until the water is up to your nose and you can barely breathe. A … Continue reading “Let the Wild Decide”
Author: Rani Joseph Cherian
What's a topic or issue about which you’ve changed your mind? I want to tell you about a profound shift, a fundamental change of mind that rattled my core. It wasn't about a theoretical argument or a fleeting opinion; it was about a deeply held position I was convinced was the single, unassailable truth. What … Continue reading When I Changed My Mind
Tell us about a time when you felt out of place. There are moments in life when the world seems to clap just for you. You’re on a high, your vision is resonating, and you feel the pure, exhilarating rush of purpose. And then—without warning—the applause fades. It’s not because your performance changed. It’s because … Continue reading Leaving Before Erased
Your life without a computer: what does it look like? If you ask me to imagine a life without a computer, the immediate, visceral answer is this: it would feel like a body without breath. For many, a computer is a piece of technology, an appliance on the desk. For me, it’s far more fundamental. … Continue reading “Bread, Butter & a Keyboard”
What skill would you like to learn? If there’s one skill I’d love to learn, it’s music. Not just listening — I already do that with my soul. I want to create it. To let my fingers dance on piano keys or strum a melody that says what words can’t. Music has a language of … Continue reading “The Skill I Crave”
What details of your life could you pay more attention to? If I had to choose one detail of my life that needs more attention, it’s this: the way I trust people. There was a time when I believed trust was simple. If someone smiled, showed kindness, or stayed close, I assumed sincerity followed. Especially … Continue reading “I Thought I Knew People—Until This”
What's your #1 priority tomorrow? Forget the overflowing inbox. Forget the high-intensity interval training. Tomorrow, while the world is busy chasing deadlines and decibels, my top priority is far quieter, yet infinitely more complex: I'm chasing metaphors. My goal is to read a single poem—slowly, deliberately—and let it whisper its secrets. There’s something uniquely intimate … Continue reading “Ink & Insight”
In what ways does hard work make you feel fulfilled? Forget the myth of the "overnight success" or the glamour of the easy win. There is a specific, potent kind of fulfillment that you can only unlock after you've paid the full price—the price of hard work. It's not about the applause or the perfect … Continue reading Why I Work Hard
What’s the trait you value most about yourself? In a world that constantly begs us to be quiet, comfortable, and compliant, there is a single, non-negotiable trait that defines the strength of a soul: unwavering commitment to truth and conviction. This isn't about seeking applause. It's about being willing to swim against the tide of … Continue reading This Is Who I Am
List three jobs you'd consider pursuing if money didn't matter. We've all had those moments, right? The daydreams where you imagine waking up and doing something you absolutely love, without ever checking your bank account. No deadlines, no hustle, just pure passion and purpose. For me, if money weren’t a factor, here are the three … Continue reading “If Passion Paid the Bills…”

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