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Latest from the clan
Browse fresh posts filled with literary wisdom, gentle encouragement, and ideas to help you feel a little more supported and a lot less alone.
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The Skeletons in Our Closet: Embracing Imperfections
We all have imperfections we hide, but embracing them reveals our humanity, fosters growth, and strengthens connections with ourselves and others.
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India Creates History: Women in Blue Lift Their First-Ever World Cup Trophy
It was a night to remember at the D.Y. Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, where history was written in golden letters. The Indian women’s cricket team, led by the ever-resilient Harmanpreet Kaur, lifted their maiden ICC Women’s ODI World Cup trophy after a spectacular 52-run victory over South Africa. This win wasn’t just about numbers…
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Happy Author’s Day
The author shares personal insights into the writing process, highlighting struggles, creativity, and the importance of encouragement on the journey as a writer.
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What Being an Author Truly Means to Me
Being an author transcends writing; it’s about sharing your soul and connecting with readers through stories. It’s a brave journey of honesty and emotional expression.
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Deeply Spiritual Ravan
With A Sinister Side (Ravana indeed was both a sage and a sinner) Known as an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva, a master scholar and a musician, but a perpetrator of several sins, Ravan was much more of a complex character. His twin nature was produced from his parentage, as he was born to the…
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Ravana: Sage or Sinner?
Has there ever been someone who is only good and only evil? Someone so mixed in power that he was born a sage and a demon? Does this not render a character complex? Ravana is a character that is as complex as a human being, and that may be his greatest tragedy and his greatest…
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An Ode to Enduring Grace: Dr. Lata Surendra’s Masterpiece at NMACC
Dr. Lata Surendra’s performance “Nadamrutham – An Ode to Diksha” was a captivating spiritual journey, showcasing her mastery of Bharatanatyam, emotional depth, and respect for artistic heritage at NMACC.
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Rage, Return and Revive!
The discussion around Diwali highlights Ravana’s complex character, contrasting his devotion and flaws with Shri Ram’s ideal virtues, ultimately portraying Ram as the epitome of righteousness.
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A Friend in Space
ISRO’s Vyommitra, India’s first humanoid robot, will launch in December 2025 to test spacecraft systems ahead of crewed missions, marking a significant step in India’s space exploration journey.