A phenomenon sometimes noted as ‘one-trick pony syndrome’ is seen in various walks of life. This syndrome is characterized by struggling with the ideal of having multiple well-developed skills, whether it comes to careers, parenting, relationships, or dealing with life situations. The phrase “one-trick pony” is used to describe people who have perfected one soleContinue reading “The one-trick pony”
Author Archives: Harini
“The weight of the world”
Celebrated champion gymnast Simone Biles has never failed to amaze Olympics viewers across the globe, and the 2021 Tokyo Olympics were anything but an exception. Last Tuesday (July 27), Biles announced her withdrawal from the team and individual gymnastics competition due to one incredibly powerful reason: her personal mental health. The psychological struggles facing athletesContinue reading ““The weight of the world””
Au revoir
(Original Lilt Poem) A day turns to peaceful night She opens the rustic door Takes a step, ever-so-light Then takes one more Brick walls enveloped By entwining ivy, covered But within the walls developed The day turns to velvety night He opens the rustic wooden door Takes a dainty step, ever-so-light Then, courage abloom, takesContinue reading “Au revoir”
Nostalgic notes
As we often unconsciously segue from one musical era to another, the cultural, emotional, and social values that define older periods resurface dramatically when we revisit them. The powerful reminiscence of such “throwback” music is regarded as an emotional phenomenon, but where does this stem from? Well, the human brain is skilled at remembering music,Continue reading “Nostalgic notes”
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