The Will

Morality, it argues, cannot be outsourced or systemized. Ethics are not taught; they are stumbled upon, bruised into existence, formed in moments without supervision. What remains untouched by education, science, and machines is the human will—and perhaps that is the last honest mystery left.

Two Dogs and the Truth

“Between his paws, the black dog held a real bone — earned, heavy, and unquestioned. The brown dog held a piece of thermocol that had no taste, no smell, no meaning. Yet he chewed it with pride, copying not just the act but the dignity.

The Sound of the Brick — Lessons From an Engineer and a Darvesh Mason

As an engineer shaped by the dust of job sites and the wisdom of old masons, I have learned that judgment is never a perfect science. This story is a reflection on the truths hidden in simple things—bricks, sound, silence, and the fragile walls within

The Bag That Carried No Children

We once warned our daughter: “If you misbehave, the bag-man will take you.” But when he finally came — tired, silent, carrying hunger instead of nightmares — she did not fear him. She looked into his sack, searching for monsters, and found only emptiness and

When Beauty Lost an Eye:

We spend our lives fearing loss, but loss, in truth, is what teaches us to love without naming. That one-eyed creature had reminded me that the divine eye never judges beauty by symmetry — it listens only to the purity of struggle. Her ugliness had

Neither I See Others’ Dreams and Thoughts, Nor Do Others See Mine

Neither I See Others’ Dreams and Thoughts, Nor Do Others See Mine The night lingered like an old widow, unmoving yet restless. Mira and Arjun sat as always, but something in the breeze was different. The stars overhead were no longer silent—they hummed with old

The Begging Mentality in Kashmir

Growing “begging mentality” that threatens to shape the moral and economic fabric of society. This is not just a practice of charity but an ingrained habit that needs deeper reflection. To understand the roots of this issue and its long-term consequences, we must examine how

Naturalize the Human, Not Humanize the Nature: A Call for Ecological Humility

In an age where humanity’s dominance over the natural world has reached unprecedented heights, it is time to pause and reflect on our relationship with the Earth. The phrase “Naturalize the human, not humanize the nature” is not just a philosophical statement; it is a

Diversity a virtue: “Embracing the richness of diversity is a virtue not easily cultivated within the hearts of all.”

Explore why embracing the richness of diversity is a rare virtue—one that fosters growth, connection, and the deeper beauty of human existence. “Embracing the richness of diversity is a virtue not easily cultivated within the hearts of all.” The richness of diversity I speak of

Academics vs. Belief: The Path to Wisdom

The pursuit of knowledge and the cultivation of belief have long been considered pillars of human progress. Yet, in an era defined by rapid technological advancement and shifting cultural norms, the relationship between academics and belief can often seem contradictory or misunderstood. This chapter aims

Biometric-Driven Driver Accountability System: Ensuring Safer Roads Through Responsible Driving

I am proposing a system where individuals who are registered as responsible drivers—based on their driving history and behavior—are the only ones allowed to drive vehicles. This could be achieved through a centralized biometric system that ties the individual’s identity to their driving behavior, enabling

The Power of Intellectual Flexibility: Exploring Ideas with Openness and Discernment

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