Describe your life in an alternate universe. In an alternate universe, I wake up to the sound of cacti humming. Yes, cacti. I’m not your regular 9-to-5 worker here. I’m the world’s only certified Cactus Whisperer, translating succulent secrets for scientific journals and emotionally unstable poets.I live in a floating dome above the Valley of... Continue Reading →

Scour the news for an entirely uninteresting story. Consider how it connects to your life. Write about that. Earlier today, buried deep under celebrity gossip and cricket scores, I stumbled upon a headline so uninteresting, it almost yawned at me: “Pothole on 4th Cross Street Repaired After 6 Months.” No dramatic visuals. No angry mobs.... Continue Reading →

List 30 things that make you happy. "Happiness is not a pursuit; it's a personal playlist we often forget to press play on." – Unknown but probably me, on a good day. Somewhere between balancing a grocery list and a gratitude journal, I realised—I rarely ask myself, “What makes me happy?” Not what makes my... Continue Reading →

Describe one habit that brings you joy. Among the many habits that sprinkle joy in my routine, there’s one that makes me do a little invisible cartwheel — when I finish a book on time or write a blog that even my soul gives a standing ovation to.Yes, that rare cosmic moment when I reread... Continue Reading →

What are you curious about? They say curiosity killed the cat, but luckily I’m not a cat — just a human with a radar tuned only to my tiny universe. You see, I’m not the type to wonder if aliens eat pasta or if penguins have best friends (although now that I think of it,... Continue Reading →

Write about a random act of kindness you've done for someone. Acts of kindness are the most silent conversations between your soul and the Divine. They don’t need hashtags, cameras, or a standing ovation. They simply need heart. And once done, they must float away — like feathers on wind — without expectation, noise, or... Continue Reading →

How would you describe yourself to someone who can't see you? If you couldn’t see me, I’d still introduce myself with a smile you can hear. I’m the sound of soft laughter in a quiet room, the click of a pen before a wild idea begins, and the echo of stories whispered to the stars... Continue Reading →

What traditions have you not kept that your parents had? My childhood was steeped in the aroma of freshly cooked meals, the sound of clinking plates, and conversations that danced around the dining table like old friends. My mom and grandparents made me believe that "a family that eats together, stays together" wasn’t just a... Continue Reading →

Was today typical? Some days don’t come with fireworks or surprise confetti. They arrive gently, like today—wrapped in grey clouds and the soothing scent of wet earth. A typical day, you’d say. Kids went off to school like mini tornadoes with bags bigger than their dreams. I sat down to work, hopeful that today—just maybe—I... Continue Reading →

How would you describe yourself to someone? "First impressions are overrated. I'm like a mystery novel—don't judge by the prologue, wait for the plot twist." Describing myself to someone? Oh, brace yourself! It's like trying to explain why socks disappear in the washing machine—complicated, often misunderstood, but oddly amusing.You see, at first glance, I might... Continue Reading →

If you could bring back one dinosaur, which one would it be? When I read today’s prompt — “If you could bring back one dinosaur, which one would it be?” — my brain went blank, probably out of fear that the dinosaur might actually show up! So, I turned to the little expert in my... Continue Reading →

If you won two free plane tickets, where would you go? If I ever win two free plane tickets, I’d do what any sane dreamer would—look up, whisper “Thank You, God,” and then flip a coin. Heads: Switzerland. Tails: Switzerland. Because let’s be honest, who needs choices when your heart’s already yodeling in the Alps?Blame... Continue Reading →

What's the story behind your nickname? Not all nicknames are born in dramatic stories or childhood disasters involving chocolate cake and the living room sofa. Some just… happen. Like mine—Sharu. No fireworks, no mystery, just a snug short form of my name. Simple? Yes. But boring? Not at all.You see, nicknames are like inside jokes... Continue Reading →

What strategies do you use to maintain your health and well-being? When someone asks how I maintain my health and well-being, I usually smile and say, “With a lot of grace… and just a pinch of madness.” Because the truth is, I don’t just jog or eat quinoa. I’ve got my own little toolbox of... Continue Reading →