If we are connected

If we are connected, 

as a single consciousness, 

like the invisible threads, 

passing through experiences,

letting us feel the pains,

and joy of the moments,

yet, the journey isn't ours,

but of different individuals. 

Would we invest our time,

making some familiar bonds,

among strangers of this world,

not being families or friends, 

yet, their life, piqued interests,

and we, wish for the wellbeing,

cheering victory, failures concerns,

without gaining any benefits? 

If we are connected,

could we extend our sights,

enveloping additional people,

into the embrace, of empathy,

sensitive to their perspectives, 

providing space for expressing,

for, we, were same in essence, 

letting us avoid many conflicts. 

Would it become a step,

Towards making this world...

A paradise!

Living on the edge

It's exhilarating, 

to have an adventurous live,

flirting with the dangers,

for getting adrenaline spike... 

Living on the edge...

It's a mental conditioning, 

like an act of defiance,

against the slow routines,

conforming our views,

tethering to a place,

stealing freedoms,

for personal use. 

Intoxicating, 

we get addicted, 

to this strong feeling,

of indulging into pleasures,

without the objections,

from prying eyes,

or guilty conscience,

dampening sensations. 

Living on the edge...

Rising above our fears,

have courage to secure,

and achieve our ambitions. 

Yet, it's a lonely path,

if we don't keep balance,

drifting away from others,

to find ourselves alone. 

Impulsive, yet we learn,

some might slow down,

while most would accept, 

being too invested, to escape...

Till they break down!

Obdurate

I have seen the world,

exploring ideas, known too much,

every information, supporting the cause,

cementing beliefs, conforming opinions,

strengthening my convictions... 

Obdurate...

I became stubborn,

while feeling the pride,

to not compromise, 

on my positions. 

You might try to argue,

giving facts, for a review,

but I too, learned the subject, 

adamant, refuse to change,

convinced of my knowledge. 

I am aware, of being insensitive, 

been wary, of my insecurities,

yet, experiences, said otherwise,

having the logic, of being right,

whenever conflicts arise. 

Obdurate...

With hardened heart,

I have lost my path,

took time, to become compliant, 

after being pushed, to the corners.

Confidence

Confidence...

It's something not inherent, 

rather built over the time,

through effort & willpower. 

Being introverted & shy,

many are reluctant to try,

standing on the background,

amazed by ones, on the dais. 

Yet, they are mistaken,

it was all about interests, 

and gaining experiences, 

cementing beliefs, on oneself. 

There were factors that play,

giving support & assurances,

yet, the knowledge is bought, 

through practice & preparations. 

And here comes, the simple tricks,

to become certain, curb hesitancy, 

to follow passion, in desired fields,

gather expertise, through focused skills. 

For, when we pursue our goals,

take initiatives, out of comfort zone,

we develop and strengthen qualities, 

to share insights, with conviction... 

And that's my friend, 

Is confidence!

A pointless climb?

It was a dream, small and quiet, 

yet, became the basis of my drive 

a hunger to achieve, success in time,

influenced my choices, as I strived. 

The world is not an easy place,

putting obstacles, throwing challenges, 

requiring skills, discipline, some luck,

for us average, to reach the tops. 

So, I climbed, these stairs undefined,

hoping to find, with my heart aligned, 

with hard work, build the foundations,

gaining experiences, for future endeavors. 

Yet, I felt hollow, not satisfied, 

changed directions, once I realized, 

for better postings and exposures,

with dedicated service as collateral. 

I attain abilities, gained insights,

been appreciated by my superiors,

but I never felt connected inside,

that purpose which brought true joy. 

Now, perched on higher grounds,

my eyes searched for blissful haven,

only to discover, none were found,

for, the ladder, have no destination. 

And I wonder...

Was it a pointless climb?

Oral health

Take care of your teeth, 

or will regret, for your deeds,

grimacing face, puffy cheeks,

finding yourself, in a pinch. 

Oral health... 

We delay the signs,

to have dental checkups, 

and prevent the plights,

of infections and cavities. 

For, teeth are important, 

responsible for breaking food,

helping in our speech quality,

making smiles, more attractive. 

From carrying internal health,

to enhancing social presence, 

they are part of our identities, 

keeping us healthy & confident. 

Yet, we ignore the benefits, 

expose them to sweets & acids,

putting physical strains on surface,

without proper care or respect. 

Oral health...start it young,

once gone, they won't return,

and you feel, painful sensations, 

bringing out fear, apprehensions... 

As you get older!

Some institutions

Some institutions... 

Carry this illusion, 

of following the regulations,

by taking permissions.

Yet, it's a big lie,

many cheats and hide,

for profits to maximize. 

Their fees rise with time,

yet salaries get stagnated, 

exploiting both of sides.

For, owners have the power,

taking advantages of demands,

promoting unfair practices. 

They find ways for cost cuttings,

while delving in illegal activities,

by giving bribes, to policymakers.

Being seen as respected establishment,

through years of trust and commitment, 

but losing grounds, facing corruptions. 

Some institutions... 

They play an important role,

in the community, and region,

still, there's a limit of tolerance,

as wrongdoings, deserves punishment. 

Feeling entitled

Society moves in certain directions, 

depending on values, of individual persons,

rising to the heights, with people's support,

or falling to pits, facing selfish actions...

Feeling entitled, as generations changed,

standing against traditions, with defiance,

some were needed, as welcome change, 

still most seep inside, like deadly poison. 

There's nothing wrong, in legitimate claims,

but most now misused, for putting blames,

seeking special treatments or privileges,

without putting efforts, to earn them.

They have no integrity or feel shame,

or be empathetic, to other's situations, 

having a false sense of deservingness,

they force their unjustified opinions. 

And I wonder, how things changed,

and we reached, the breaking point

where it is pursued actively outside,

promoting the culture of disrespect. 

And I realize, we were the reason,

breaking families, for self indulgence, 

where children have permissive parenting,

gaining rewards, without achievements. 

Without knowing the struggles of life,

they grow up with entitled behaviors, 

developing an inflated sense of ego,

normalizing such actions everywhere. 

Still, some might be personality disorder, 

stemmed out of trauma or low self-esteem,

while others were narcissistic tendencies, 

leading to unrealistic expectations. 

Feeling entitled...

And we saw its rise,

promoted by selective prisms,

of social platform's curated versions.

For, they showcase & highlight,

materialistic success & possessions, 

increasing envy & desires among masses,

leading to futile competitions.

"Be here now"

Don't you feel miserable, 

seeking more and more,

dissatisfied of the conditions, 

you are living today... 

"Be here now" 

Wise ones spoke...

Of finding happiness, 

within ourselves, 

and we listened,

only to be disillusioned, 

for, we had dreams,

responsibilities & desires. 

"Be here now" 

These words echoed, 

when you were devoted, 

practicing prayers & meditation,

by focusing your mind,

but will always return,

to the rush of your life,

carrying worries & burdens. 

"Be here now" 

It's not a fleeting noise,

but as a constant voice,

ask us to become flexible, 

to the changes of life,

bringing pleasures or pain,

for, we were uncomfortable, 

and, that is acceptable. 

"Be here now" 

Don't be miserable,

controlling the flow of life,

treasure every moment,

experience the true joy...

Of being alive!

We are curious beings

We are curious beings,

Beings born out of blessings,

Blessings bestowed upon species,

Species excelled in activities, 

Activities fuelling civilizations, 

Civilizations consuming resources, 

Resources hidden in plain sight,

Sight of goals, driving minds,

Mind bringing new innovations, 

Innovations unique to us humans,

Humans gaining the strength,

Strength to secure interests, 

Interests providing them space,

Space invested in intellectual quests,

Quests leading to discoveries,

Discoveries expanding understandings, 

Understandings spark our passion,

Passion to learn about our world,

World still shrouded in mysteries, 

Mysteries igniting curiosity...

Feeling dejected, I sat alone

Feeling dejected, I sat alone,

away from the crowded room,

distracting self from realities, 

of brewing discontent inside. 

No longer I dreamed of a life,

abundant world of magical kind,

where faces brimmed with joy,

like colors of rainbow in sky. 

You arrived, like a fresh breeze,

warming heart with sweet smile,

as soft voice, calmed me down,

easing burdens, of an anxious mind. 

Days were exciting, in your company,

time were spent, discussing topics,

getting your attention, cheers mind,

and I realized, we were something more... 

But then, you were gone,

leaving behind, a deeper hole,

with longings, loneliness poured,

dimming the lights, you had shone. 

Feeling dejected, I sat alone,

suddenly received a notification, 

current flowed through my body,

for, we could meet, once more!

Honeybee nest

Going on my routine walk,

I watched people gather around,

as some guys climbed the walls,

to destroy the bee nest on the top. 

Hundreds of bees fallen on ground,

while they negotiate price of labor,

selling fresh honey and beeswax,

broken from collected beehives. 

Witnessing the struggling bees,

I felt sadness, and some pity,

forcefully evicted from their dwellings, 

being considered pest in urban settings. 

Then again, they were desperate, 

lost their habitat, to human activities,

while pollution and use of pesticides,

chased them to walls of buildings. 

What's more alarming is their decline,

while we remain ignorant of the plight,

as studies find decrease in abundance,

of indigenous species of bee colonies. 

So, I watched these gentle pollinators, 

being exploited by human selfishness, 

hoping they find better place to nest,

and not be invaded by our dominance. 

Golden monarch

In the garden, they met,

two species, performing a duet,

one gentle soul in golden fur,

other, orange & black winged angel. 

A garden teeming with life,

colorful flowers, a beautiful sight,

yet, few pots carry milkweed,

for ones, to wriggle on stems. 

His soft eyes, watched silently, 

protecting the caterpillar sanctuary, 

from tiny eggs shining on leaves,

to the chrysalis, waiting to split. 

There was a connection unseen,

when the monarchs break free,

a magical transformation unfold,

right in front of retriever's eyes. 

So begins, a sweet friendship,

as butterfly flutters around it,

much to amusement of owners,

finding entertainment, in peaceful corners. 

Like the advent of dawn rays,

bond gleams over flowerbeds,

as monarch rests on the head,

of an overjoyed golden retriever.