Topic
self-compassion
3 pieces on self-compassion.
7 min read · October 20, 2026
"Shaadi Kab?" Getting Through the Festive Season's Questions
Diwali brings the whole family under one roof, and with it the questions — marriage, salary, marks, plans. How to stay kind, stay yourself, and still enjoy the lights.
5 min read · August 14, 2026
Self-Compassion Isn't Self-Pity (and It Isn't Letting Yourself Off)
The usual objection to self-compassion is that it makes you soft. That gets it backwards — here's what it actually is, and the one question that makes it usable today.
3 min read · February 12, 2026
Presence Over Perfection: Showing Up Imperfectly, On Purpose
Being present doesn't mean being calm, focused, or good at it. It just means showing up as you are, without waiting to be a better version of yourself first.