I thought I knew what happiness meant.Until last week, when I decided to take an actual break. Not the kind where I tell myself I’m taking a break but end up doing things anyway.But a real one — where I just exist. I’m grateful I could do that, because it reminded me what the happyContinue reading “Happiness – Annu’s version”
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Fragments, 25 September 2025
Balancing ambition, family expectations, and the fear of crumbling under pressure.
The Arranged Marriage Connundrum – Why Was I Always Asked to Be Better, but He’s Good Enough for Simply Existing?
A deeply personal reflection on being a high-achieving Indian daughter raised to meet impossible standards, only to be told to “settle” when it comes to marriage. This post explores the emotional toll of double standards, parental pressure, and the burden of being “good enough” in a system that rarely holds men to the same bar.
I Watched “Adolescence” for the Plot, But the Pain Is What Stayed With Me 💥😭
“Adolescence” on Netflix is a raw, powerful British psychological drama about grief, bullying, and the dark side of youth. Here’s why it’s a must-watch.
“The Residence” on Netflix: A Cozy Mystery With a Presidential Twist 🏛️🔍🐦
Looking for a cozy mystery with a twist? The Residence on Netflix brings a quirky birdwatching detective to the White House for a locked-room murder mystery. A perfect blend of comedy, suspense, and clever storytelling that will leave mystery lovers swooning. Read my full review!
New Beginnings
It’s been three years since my last post, and a lot has happened in that time. I’ve loved and been loved back. I’ve formed meaningful relationships, but I’ve also faced my fair share of roadblocks. I took some leaps, and while they didn’t always turn out as expected, they panned out okay (I think). OneContinue reading “New Beginnings”
23 Things I Learned before turning 23
Life does not give you lemons, it barely even gives you a seed I don’t want to break anyone’s hearts with this but life does not lay down anything for you. You sure get a push from your family but everything else depends on what you want and how much you are willing to workContinue reading “23 Things I Learned before turning 23”
12 Things the 12 Months of Internship Have Taught Me
Be selfish Why am I starting with this? Because though this was the most painful thing to learn and took me the longest, it was the most important lesson that I have learned. It is alright to choose yourself over anything and everybody, even though it means that the opposite person would possibly be offendedContinue reading “12 Things the 12 Months of Internship Have Taught Me”
Why Tbb Box is the best book box subscription in India!
I may be biased here because I am a devoted subscriber of the big book box but my love is not blind. I am an unemployed human parasite living off of her parents earnings and I could not be more sure when I say that TBB box is the best book box subscription in IndiaContinue reading “Why Tbb Box is the best book box subscription in India!”
Anushka's Bookish Shenanigans 