Healthy trends

It's becoming a new trend,

of following balanced diet,

for promoting healthy livings, 

using food as foundation. 

Some follow the ancients,

like sattvic or Mediterranean,

while others take to extremes,

of paleo, carnivore or veganism. 

Health research do support,

gluten-free, intermittent fasting,

while more try to embrace,

low-carb or ketogenic diet. 

The general principles are same,

promoting conscious healthy eating,

by emphasize qualities of food,

including sources of essentials. 

For, we have become prone to diseases,

consequences of our harmful lifestyle, 

of taking processed and sugary products,

not necessities, but fulfilling our pleasures. 

Healthy trends... 

They are a welcome change,

but obsession, might bring stress,

people needs vary, food is complex,

so, understanding body is important. 

Middle class dilemmas

Struggling to stay afloat,

relying on fixed wages,

with rising cost of living,

eating away their salaries,

they abandon their dreams,

burdened with responsibilities, 

with inflation adding pressures,

in the era of widening inequalities. 

Middle class dilemmas... 

How could they manage their finances,

with rising rents, and paying mortgages,

while quality education costs more,

looming risks of health conditions,

force them to cut their expenses,

postpone plans for children, 

to protect their savings,

from decreasing. 

Middle class dilemmas... 

They are the voice unheard,

suffer silently society's onslaught,

trying to live in peace & harmony, 

being law-abiding citizen. 

Wishing to get the freedom,

of choosing without concerns. 

Water footprints

They prophesied it would happen,

sooner or later, this world will learn,

facing the dangers, that have begun, 

a consequence, of their actions. 

Water footprints... 

We can see the warning signs,

by measuring these indicators find,

our consumption of fresh water,

throughout entire supply chain. 

Straight from the sources,

groundwater, lakes & rivers,

how we are going to extract,

and utilize, by various clients. 

For, we can only see outcomes,

with dried wells, lakes, channels,

facing droughts and also floods,

onslaught of erratic climates. 

But we never identify the problems,

or willingly try, to turn a blind eye,

for, it would force us to confront,

and take, some difficult decisions. 

Only few are used in households,

even industries, take some toll,

but majority were being exploited,

for the needs of agribusinesses. 

Farming water intensive crops,

From human needs to animal feeds,

everything will end up in the plates,

satiating the appetite, of us consumers. 

Water footprints... 

No matter the planted trees,

water harvesting in the cities,

could reverse the damages done,

in the grounds or skies above. 

UNLESS WE CHANGE OUR FOOD HABITS.

Walking in the midnights

Walking in the midnights,

presented with misty sights,

as fog covers the surroundings, 

creating ethereal ambience. 

I got barefoot, on wet soils, 

blade of grass, slowly coils,

gently brushing the surface,

softly wetting the dried skin. 

Cool breeze strokes my hair,

as moon shines, bright & fare,

stars glitters above my head,

showing path, opening the gates. 

Like portal to another dimensions,

diving into world of imaginations, 

I was guided by mysterious force,

and I followed, letting it course. 

For, here, I was invited guest,

to see things that's cherished, 

yet, forgotten with changing times,

in these secluded, open grounds. 

And it welcomes, only the hearts,

not corrupted by worldly vices, 

displaying the magical spectacles, 

that exists, beyond the boundaries.

Relaxed

In our disposition, lies the path, 

towards the betterment, of our lives,

it's how we perceive & interact,

influences the surrounding world. 

Relaxed, our resting phase,

presents opportunities, if we gaze,

appealing to the potential consumers,

by building trust, in secure ground. 

For, excitements are fleeting, 

their effects diminish, after a peak,

while our comfort, is sustaining, 

when things are in harmony. 

We are attracted, to these qualities, 

getting inspired by their deliveries, 

when someone is filled confidence,

while professing thoughts & beliefs. 

We are nervous, facing unfamiliarity, 

prone to blunder, lose our popularity,

so we don't take the necessary risks,

hiding under the guise of personality 

Relaxed, the secrets we learn,

when we mature, having exposures,

settling our mind, gaining insights, 

achieve successes, in our endeavors... 

While catching people's eyes.

Quarrels

Some interactions are uninvited,

being forced, by facing violations,

of personal space, or social norms,

infringing upon personal boundaries. 

Us, humans, are social beings,

living in groups and communities, 

having mutual respect & understandings,

to live life with complete harmony. 

Disagreements arise with time,

and we discuss, in-between, 

allay concerns, budding discontent,

to prevent escalations, and protests. 

Mostly unintentional, easy to resolve,

yet, problem comes, with deliberate ones,

showing disrespect, provoking emotions, 

by asserting dominance, or by exploitation. 

The weak will fall back silently,

while others confront them strongly,

ensuring clashes of the opinions, 

developing into verbal or physical blows. 

Quarrels... 

These unfortunate turns of events,

triggers anxiety, brings us distress,

eroding trusts, damaging relations,

more than minor inconveniences. 

So, let's avoid falling on traps,

handle maturely, staying calm,

trying to understand other's perspectives,

while firmly protect, personal boundaries. 

Wishing things to end well...

Let your love

Let your love, both cool and burn,

heart of mine, as emotions churned,

nurturing affection, fueling our passion,

a dance of desires and devotion. 

You presence, ease my thoughts,

like a soothing balm, calm the nerves,

providing peace, in my tiring days

you are the home, where I stay. 

Our bond transcends worldly orders,

creating our rules, for finding pleasures,

diving into the depth, of our bondings, 

embracing every needs and cravings. 

You are the goal, my destination, 

path converge towards your location, 

for my dreams, creating the foundation, 

of a future, celebrating our relation. 

Let your love, both cool and burn,

having experiences, when we explore,

enriching spirit, healing my soul,

in this life, we journey together.

Parroting

Parrots, an intelligent bird,

often admired, in natural habitats, 

for vibrant plumage, interesting features,

and a practice, of mimicking our speech.

They are playful, mastering tricks,

as a pet, they are quite entertaining, 

and we forgive, potential drawbacks, 

of noises, mess, destructive activities. 

Parroting... 

It's portrays certain tendencies, 

of people who are prone to repeating, 

someone else's words, like the Parrots, 

without understanding, underlying meanings.

The verbatim reproduction of phrases,

lacks the depth, from genuine investments,

a superficial show of acquired knowledge, 

for showing support or gathering respect. 

Still, there are certain nuances, 

if intentions pure, being apparent,

like the babies who learn sentences, 

or situations, establishing communications. 

So, let's adore these winged creatures, 

for their qualities, and interactions, 

but refrain from following the nature,

use our intellect, than keep parroting!

Partners aren't from dreamland

We have expectations, 

fantasize their disposition,

building up the attributes, 

that suits our aesthetics. 

Yet, realities are disappointing, 

leading to some misgivings, 

forcing us to make choices,

that may stretch boundaries. 

For, partners aren't from dreamland,

those who fulfill your demands,

rather carry flaws and imperfections, 

that may bother your perceptions. 

Everybody has strength & weaknesses, 

having struggles and circumstances, 

still they strive, work on deficiencies,

to build, and provide for loved ones. 

So, do keep this in mind,

when selecting your ideal kind,

values they bring in your life,

and connection, felt with time.

If they bring peace and joy,

understand needs, listen to voice,

while adapting to your vision,

creating a balance, in the union. 

You will realize that...

Partners create the dreamland!

Music keeps bonds alive

There are something that binds,

our heart with threads of life,

when together, or lost in time,

Yet, it keeps our bond alive. 

Music, a strong glue,

when enjoyed with selected few,

sharing interests that connect,

deepening love, which renews,

Each time we listen... 

Friends find the pleasures,

of dancing to beats treasured,

while old people keep records,

to replay, memorable songs,

for experiencing nostalgia... 

The lovers were very fond,

of tunes, that strike the chords,

while in families get-together, 

with melodies as their anthems,

for having wonderful functions... 

The lullabies, from mother's voice,

to the lyrics, that our thoughts enjoy,

while some are more special,

rekindle memories of departed souls,

reminiscing times, they were together.... 

For, in our heart, music thrives,

when we identify, with our lives!

Infatuations

Infatuations,

they don't last,

fleeting excitements,

a momentary spark,

when feelings exchanged,

of dreams vast,

and realities arrives,

like cold bath,

Sometimes refreshing, 

or shock our sense,

washing our plans,

of envisioned life... 

Infatuation,

desires amassed,

gets rude awakening, 

when questions asked,

of having fantasies,

but lacking the depth, 

making deliberations, 

on stark contrasts, 

strengthening convictions, 

or stepping back,

depending on feasibility, 

or personal preferences. 

Lost in translation

There are words, and actions,

that face neglect or reactions, 

seems arbitrary, with exaggerations,

stemmed from miscommunication. 

We might have good intentions, 

falling victim to preconceptions,

when being taken out of context, 

leading to misinterpretations. 

And it starts, with impatient ones,

being impulsive, acting too soon,

ignoring the message conveyed,

listening to respond, not perceive. 

These common tactics being employed,

by the ones, with vested interests, 

still, circumstances could also dictate,

influencing people to make mistakes. 

So, take time to make impression,

with discerning eyes, catch the nuances, 

that in embedded, in creative endeavors, 

in languages, cultures, and explanations... 

To realize the true meaning,

before it's lost in translation!

Children can pester

Children can pester,

no need to muster,

courage in heart,

with bravely enact...

Their ideas! 

It's a game they play,

exploring the surroundings, 

learning through practice, 

building the boundaries, 

along with parents. 

They are most guarded,

under the watchful eyes,

still some were independent, 

those born in the wilds,

to escape the dangers. 

And they encounter obstacles, 

that challenges their limits,

those succeed, get to survive,

while others perish trying,

in survival of the fittest. 

Still, children are vulnerable,

needing the secure environment, 

under other's love and care,

to be unrestricted by the fears,

and satisfy their curiosities.