Anushree Vaishnav

July 25, 2019

A Chapter Ends

Seven years ago, I made a decision and chose the science stream, like most Indian students do after the 10th grade. Last week, my graduation results came in. I passed. In these seven years, I’ve learned a lot. It was like a roller coaster ride — happy, sad, failed, depressed, frustrated, motivated, satisfied. I’ve felt… Continue reading

Stories of Us, Essays

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June 30, 2019

Uncaged

This is for those who want to move on but still carry the weight of hard feelings inside them. These feelings toward you have stayed with me for too long. Sometimes, it feels like a heavy stone pressed on my chest. And now I understand — as long as I hold on to any kind… Continue reading

Inside Emotions, Reflections

All, Emotional Healing, Forgiveness, Inner Freedom, Letting Go, Moving On, Prose

June 28, 2019

The Fiction of Us

The best fictional stories award goes to SOCIETY. Also read this: Filthy Desire Continue reading

Life & Meaning, Quotes

Reality, Short Quote, Social Commentary, Society, Truth

June 11, 2019

Till My Last Breath

It feels like you’re trapped in a dark room with no way out. You keep knocking on the same door, even though it may never open. You don’t look around, where another way might exist. Hopeless. Helpless. Restless. You’re broken, and you have your reasons. The meaning of life slips away. Sleepless nights, hopeless days,… Continue reading

Becoming Myself, Essays

All, Hope, inner strength, motivation, Perseverance, Resilience

May 24, 2019

Blankets & Blessings

It was almost midnight when she parked her car by the roadside and stepped out. “Come out, Noor. It’s not that cold. We’re in Jaipur, not Kashmir,” Kanak teased. “I hope you know you’re insane. It’s February! I still don’t know what the hell we’re doing here,” Noor complained, shivering. “Open the back door and… Continue reading

Stories of Us, Narratives

All, Friendship, Kindness, Narrative

May 17, 2019

I Say I’m Fine

I’m crying… crying hard. I’ve broken everything in my room. I shout, I scream, and I don’t even know why. In anger, I slam my hand against the wall. For a second, the pain in my hand feels stronger than the pain in my heart. And then… I just get tired. “So, Kanak, how are… Continue reading

Inside Emotions, Narratives

All, Emotional Struggle, Pain, Reflection

May 14, 2019

What Ends When We Die

Everyone dies one day. It’s the one universal truth. I’m not afraid of death itself. What scares me the most is what ends with it. My family. My friends. The dreams I shared with them. Everything disappears with my last breath, and I will never see them again. Sometimes I wonder why people seek death.… Continue reading

Life & Meaning, Essays

All, Existential Thoughts, Human Connection, Life and Death, Loss, Meaning of Life

May 9, 2019

Back to Writing

It feels like I’m writing after years, and in a way, I am. The last time I updated my blog was in January, and since then, life just… happened. Exams kept me busy for four months. And when they finally ended, something else began, something I wasn’t ready for. My bade papa, my father’s elder… Continue reading

Life & Meaning, Reflections

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December 31, 2018

Born a Warrior

I’ve been living here for five months now. It’s a nice place — warm and safe. My tiny body is growing well. My nose, mouth, and ears are taking shape. My skeleton is hardening. I can even make different expressions. I can sense light. I can hear sounds. Yes, I am an unborn child, living… Continue reading

Stories of Us, Narratives

All, Girl Child, Life Story, Motherhood, Self-Worth, Strength

November 29, 2018

The Sea Inside Me

I want to breathe, but I can’t. It feels like I’m underwater, deep under the sea. I try to go up, but something pushes me down. Everything blurs, and I stop trying to save myself. My mind goes numb. I want to take breaths… maybe the last ones. It feels like everything is ending. I… Continue reading

Inside Emotions, Reflections

_featured, All, Depression, Emotional Pain, Inner Struggle, Mental Health, Nightmares, Prose

November 19, 2018

Family of One Hundred

Hello everyone! So now I have a family here too—a family of 100 blog members! I’m so glad and thankful to each of you for following, liking, and commenting. It means a lot. But… I’m a greedy girl 😋 I want more amazing people on this blog, so please keep visiting and sharing. Once again—THANK… Continue reading

Stories of Us, Updates

All, Gratitude, Milestone, Update

November 13, 2018

This Is The Last Time

Once again, I felt your hand on my body. Once again, I felt death. I want to cry. I want to shout. And this time, I worked hard to do it. But your hand stopped me. Held me down. Silenced me. I feel helpless. I feel worse. I still remember, very clearly — when you… Continue reading

Inside Emotions, Poetry

All, Dark Poetry, Emotional Pain, Heartbreak, Letting Go, Toxic Love

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