In relationships, three important elements create a deep bond between two people. Respect, understanding, and communication are the strong pillars that can either build or break connections. They bring love, trust, and harmony to life, forming the basis for a lasting and successful union. Respect is the foundation of all relationships. It means recognizing and…
Tag: myself
A Casual Intimidation
As those strong hands swept through my body, I felt he stripped me naked. He was authorized to do so and I couldn’t raise a voice. He was an officer. Every day, men come across a type of harassment that is so casual yet intimidating, it has become almost normal. It is so subtle, so…
Being gay is my identity, and my Pronouns are my designation
Being gay is not a choice; it is a fundamental part of one’s identity. It is not a phase, a trend, or a lifestyle. It is simply who we are. It took me 30 years to come to terms with my sexuality and to accept myself for who I am, and I am not going…
Exploring Vulnerability and Freedom in America: A Gay Man’s Perspective from India
As they walked into the club in shimmery ivory, turning heads. They seem like a mother bee walking in the hive, where everyone wants to have a glimpse of them. As a gay man from India, going to a Queer club in America can be a thrilling experience. It’s a place where people from all…
कुछ आज़ादी अब भी बाकी है
यह आज़ादी बड़ी महंगी पड़ी है,सही मायनों में ये लड़ाई अब भी जारी है। किसी का आँगन छूटा,कहीं छूटा माँ का आँचल। किसी का दामन छूटा,कहीं टूटा सपनों का बंधन। परछाई अब अधेरों से निकल रही है,सही मायनों में ये लड़ाई अब भी जारी है। किसी का हाथ थाम लूँ गर्व से फेरे,कोई प्यार से…
As the year is coming to an end
Let’s spill some beans,let’s make ruffling feathers a trend.Let’s untie some knots,as the year is coming to an end. I survived another year,and the generation took an accend.Let’s halt and reflect,as the year is coming to an end. Many tried to tangle,it’s time to unwind that thread.Let’s unfurl and take that fleet,as the year is…
यादों के कपड़े
Clothes of memories
तेरा बरामदा
आज भी जब उस राह गुज़रता हूँ,नज़रें एक टक उस बरामदे पर चली जाती हैं. खुद को झूठ ना बोल पाऊंगा,हाँ, देखते ही यादेँ ताज़ा हो जाती हैं. तू नहीं, पर तेरा एहसास आज भी है वहां,इक भ्रम सी परछाई आज भी दिख जाती है. उस कमरे की तस्वीर आज भी ज़हन में हैं छपी,वह…
The boy who failed
Raising a toast after the wrap is a great feeling,but does that give me happiness?All that glitters is not gold,would clearly define my profession’s flashiness. While sitting with a bunch of people,who are succeeding or have done a lot in life;the feeling inside is deflating,as I could not thrive. At a stage of life,where I should…
When I’m gone
Don’t hate me if I’m gone,Just know that I tried my best. Don’t hate me if I’m gone,Because it’s time for me to take a rest. Don’t hate me if I’m gone,As there were no purposeful possibilities. Don’t hate me if I’m gone,As I have been there to the best of my abilities. Don’t hate…
