It has been really long since I wrote on my blog, and there could not be a better day than today to write again. September 5th every year is celebrated as Teachers’ Day in India to honour the legacy and contribution of teachers and educators. It has been three years since I stepped into the teaching profession. Before coming into teaching, I worked in industry for a relatively short period. What made me step into the academic profession was my long-term passion for sharing knowledge and continuing to learn along the way. I always felt that learning becomes more meaningful when it is shared with others. This was something I missed in my former job role. Another important reason, I believe, is my natural inclination towards academics. My father also worked in the same field who recently retired from service after spending nearly 33 years in the academic profession. Perhaps, somewhere along the way, I learned from them that education is not simply a profession; it is a way of c...
For a long time, I have been thinking about what to write. Last Sunday, I realized it had been quite a while since I last sat down to share my thoughts. The last few months were consumed by a sheer workload, and I found it difficult to carve out time to think deeply and write about anything meaningful. On that fine evening, I sat and thought for a long time about life. It was a beautiful moment: the sun was setting, a cold wind was blowing, and I was surrounded by the soft, sparkling golden light reflecting off the open fields. I am a great fanatic about moments like these. Initially, I thought about writing on politics, as it is a subject I find interesting. Then, my mind jumped to students and career paths, and a moment later, I wanted to write about myself. My mind got stuck in this loop, and I struggled to choose a subject. Serenity at Peak Over the last six years of casual writing, I have come to one conclusion: unless you are in a clear state of mind, you cannot truly write ...