There’s something creepy crawling inside me.No, it’s not a ghost. It’s worse.It’s slowly eating away at my emotions, empathy, and will to feel.I think it started small – a moment here, a moment there.A forgotten phone call. A hug that didn’t land. A message left on read. And now?I feel… NOTHING.Yes, I’m NUMB. No, I’m…
Tag: mens health
I’m toxic. Period!
The past year has been nothing short of a whirlwind. It’s been a year of deep reflection, painful realizations, and, surprisingly, growth. As I write this, I want to make one thing clear: this is my side of the story. Not the absolute truth, but my truth – a story of love, labels, and letting…
All of Us Strangers
The idea of six degrees of separation is enchanting. This thought suggests any two people in the world are connected through just six acquaintances. It suggests that the world may feel vast. Still, we’re only a few handshakes away from one another. Yet, within this comforting notion lies a quiet question: what about the people…
A Table for One
My heart is yellow,The thoughts are deep,A table for one,Is all I need. The world spins fast,It voices loud,But here I sit,Away from the crowd. No masks to wear,No roles to play,Just me, myself,At the end of the day. This quiet moment,So rare, so true,A space to breathe,The life renew. It’s not escape,It’s a loving…
Being Queer in the Corporate Jungle: Challenges and Thriving Tips
Navigating the corporate world as a Queer person isn’t easy. Challenges like stereotypes and microaggressions exist, but self-acceptance and advocacy can lead to thriving and change.
Unapologetically Queer: Prioritising Mental Health in 2024
Hey there, beautiful people! Let’s prioritise our mental health in 2024, especially in the LGBTQ+ community. Embrace self-care, find support, and celebrate your wins. Cheers to a fabulous year!
Invisible Burdens: Mental Health and Indian Gay Men
Hey there, my friends! It’s that time of year again: World Mental Health Day. This year, let’s shed light on a subject that often remains in the shadows: the mental health challenges faced by gay men in India. Life has its ups and downs for all of us, but for gay men in India, it…
Confessions of an Ambivert: The Social Chameleon
Hello there, and welcome to the fascinating world of ambiverts – the social chameleons of the personality spectrum! If you’ve ever been curious about what it’s like to be neither a complete extrovert nor a complete introvert, then you’re in for a treat. Ambiverts are like the perfect party mix – a smooth blend of…
Exploring the delicate dance between Self-Love and Loneliness
In the tapestry of the fast-paced world we live in, we often find ourselves entangled in the threads of two contrasting feelings: self-love and loneliness. Sitting alone in a cosy restaurant, savouring my meal, a thought lingered in my mind: is this solitude an act of self-love or a reminder of my loneliness? In that…
It’s my Birthday
I should be celebrating, blowing out candles,But instead, I’m lost in emotional scandals.It’s my birthday, but I’m not happy,Another year older, yet feeling crappy. I might have got everything, all that I need,But there’s still a feeling that won’t recede.There’s a hole in my heart that won’t be filled,And my special day is just another…
ANKUR MONDAL 