For the longest time, I have had this thought. We all start out with a blank canvas. The texture of the canvas might be different (our genes), and the artists might be different (our family, friends, loved ones). But we are a blank canvas. As time passes the whiteness of that canvas fades and isContinue reading “Human Beings are Like a Canvas”
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Who am I?
Who am I? I’m a human being yes. I am named Menaka Ramakrishnan. I came into this world as an ‘Indian’. Who am I? I love my family. I love my friends. I have a lot of love to give and receive. Who am I? I love the performing arts. I love writing. I loveContinue reading “Who am I?”
The Three Truths – the Man Whose Mind I Cannot Read Part 2
For part 1 click here. I’m with the person whose mind I cannot read. We met in Adelaide. He said he would tell me the truth behind everything. Behind life itself. It’s so funny. My whole life I have been trying to escape from the voices inside people’s heads. I never wanted to know theirContinue reading “The Three Truths – the Man Whose Mind I Cannot Read Part 2”
A Little Rant About Mankind
What happened to our race? Were we always like this? When you switch on the news, you only hear about murder, betrayal, theft, and many more disheartening stories. Leave the news aside, people talk to each other so rudely on the internet. Especially on Youtube. Everyone thinks that they are safe hiding behind their laptopsContinue reading “A Little Rant About Mankind”
How to Let Go of Your Past
Sometimes, events stick with you that are so difficult to forget. It could be anything – a breakup, getting fired from your job, a fight with a loved one. We all have regrets in life, but maybe it’s time to let go. Here’s how you can try: 1) Realize that it isn’t real now WhatContinue reading “How to Let Go of Your Past”
The Mind I Cannot Read
I can read minds. Ever since I was a child. I know when people lie. I know when people are happy. I know their deepest, darkest secrets. I can’t switch it off. When I’m in a crowded place, it’s not that distinct unless I focus. It’s like constant chatter at the back of my head.Continue reading “The Mind I Cannot Read”
Dochula Pass and the Fertility Temple
Today was a very interesting day and my fourth day in Bhutan. Tomorrow I am going on a trek to the Tiger’s Nest monastery and I’m so excited! Anyway, there isn’t much to describe through words today as I have explained a lot about the architecture in previous blogs, so I will post pictures here.Continue reading “Dochula Pass and the Fertility Temple”
Paro in Pictures
It’s day three and we visited Paro, the other main city in Bhutan apart from Thimpu. Our guide today changed to Mr. Yeshi. He did not crack as many jokes as Mr. Kinley but was a true-blooded gentleman throughout our journey. After a while, the scenery of Bhutan starts to look the same, and eachContinue reading “Paro in Pictures”
Five Awesome Things to Do in Thimpu
Day two in Bhutan was more awesome than the first. The country is very slow and peaceful. We visited the famous sites of Thimpu during a full-day trip. Our tour guide was a splendid local man who has been one for several years. His name was Kinley — and he told us to remember itContinue reading “Five Awesome Things to Do in Thimpu”
Day One in Bhutan – Happily Equal
Bhutan is known as one of the happiest countries in the world and the kingdom measures this through a unique National Gross Happiness index. My family had heard about its majestic beauty, the peaceful monasteries, as well as, the Dzongs tucked in between the lower Himalayan ranges, and we had to visit! We departed fromContinue reading “Day One in Bhutan – Happily Equal”
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