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On World Population Day, I spent a relaxing summer evening at Mason Park, watching an outdoor animated movie about Mufasa, Scar, and the wildlife of Africa. From cheesy fries to powerful themes of unity, loyalty, and loss, it was more than just a movie night—it was a reflection on family, identity, and resistance.

Under the Stars with Mufasa: A Summer Movie Review at Mason Park

On World Population Day, I watched an animated wildlife film under the night sky — a story about Mufasa, Scar, and the…

Fifi Leigh | July 13, 2025
photo of woman wearing eyeglasses: In a world of digital noise, clear and emotionally true thought leadership stands out. Learn why CEOs and founders are embracing authenticity over jargon—and how it’s reshaping influence on LinkedIn.

Why Simple, Authentic Thought Leadership Content Wins on LinkedIn (and Everywhere Else)

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The Last Job Application

In a fully automated future, a humanities graduate finds meaning in the last human job—offering empathy at the edge of life.

Lakshmi Pillai Gupta | July 12, 2025
portrait of woman wearing devil costume: A haunting poetic reflection on oppression, silence, and complicity across gender, caste, class, religion, and nation. “I Saw the Devil” asks: what if the devil we fear is not a monster — but ourselves?

I saw the devil hands like mine and eyes like yours

A haunting poetic reflection on oppression, silence, and complicity across gender, caste, class, religion, and nation. “I Saw the Devil” asks: what…

Rick Mondal | July 12, 2025
view of a waterfront: As Haridwar struggles with the environmental cost of mass devotion, this reflection explores whether sacred rituals and sustainability can coexist—and how mindful faith could help restore the purity of the Ganges.

Offerings & Overflow: Can Faith and Sustainability Flow Together?

As Haridwar struggles with the environmental cost of mass devotion, this reflection explores whether sacred rituals and sustainability can coexist—and how mindful…

Shristi Jainer | July 11, 2025
dark room with opened window: A personal and philosophical reflection on how humanity evolved from instinct to reason—from the Enlightenment to today’s awakening. This piece questions the role of modern governments, the power of thought, and the future of human consciousness.

Awakening Through Reason: From Enlightenment to a New Human Consciousness

A personal and philosophical reflection on how humanity evolved from instinct to reason—from the Enlightenment to today’s awakening. This piece questions the…

Antonius Bakker | July 11, 2025
black and white male ballet studio portrait: In a world obsessed with unrealistic beauty standards, this heartfelt reflection explores the harmful impact of body shaming—from weight and skin color to hair and height—and urges us to embrace our flaws, celebrate diversity, and reclaim our self-worth.

Body Shaming—A Sad Reality of Today!

In a world obsessed with unrealistic beauty standards, this heartfelt reflection explores the harmful impact of body shaming—from weight and skin color…

Sindhu Gopalkrishnan | July 9, 2025
Golden Visa headlines promise high salaries and permanent residency in the UAE, but is it really worth $2 million for students? Before making a decision, here's what you need to know about the true costs, eligibility, and who the visa is actually designed for.

The UAE Golden Visa: Opportunity or Overpriced Illusion for Students?

Golden Visa headlines promise high salaries and permanent residency in the UAE, but is it really worth $2 million for students? Before…

Lukesh Umak | July 8, 2025
An uplifting poetic reflection on perseverance, transformation, and progress—exploring the journey from confusion to clarity, helplessness to hopefulness, and personal strength to collective change. A timely reminder that even in the darkest of times, light and meaning can be found.

Ray of Hope in Pitch Black – Never Lose Hope

Ray of Hope: An uplifting poetic reflection on perseverance, transformation, and progress—exploring the journey from confusion to clarity, helplessness to hopefulness, and…

Dr. B.H.S Thimmappa | July 5, 2025
A nostalgic reflection on a gifted childhood in Velp, meditative bike rides, lonely heaths, and the unexpected spiritual ties to a renowned psychic shepherd.

Velp Memories: A Gifted Childhood, Silent Fields, and the Paranormal Shepherd

A nostalgic reflection on a gifted childhood in Velp, meditative bike rides, lonely heaths, and the unexpected spiritual ties to a renowned…

Antonius Bakker | July 5, 2025
During a tense lockdown, an unexpected encounter with a young boy on a silent road offers a glimpse of innocence, empathy, and a prayer for the whole world.

After the Drizzle: A Boy, a Prayer, and a Quiet Rebellion of Hope

During a tense lockdown, an unexpected encounter with a young boy on a silent road offers a glimpse of innocence, empathy, and…

Junaid Jazib | July 5, 2025
This article revisits the lives of forgotten Indian heroes—from warriors and philosophers to spiritual leaders—who embodied courage, intellect, and moral conviction. A tribute to the lesser-known men who shaped history with purpose and principle.

Neglected Heroes of the Past: Unsung Men Who Chose Courage, Wisdom, and Righteousness

This article revisits the lives of forgotten Indian heroes—from warriors and philosophers to spiritual leaders—who embodied courage, intellect, and moral conviction. A…

Shristi Jainer | July 3, 2025
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