Category: Reflections and Discourse
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When Understanding Doesn’t Seem to Matter (Or Does it ?)
Do we always truly understand each other, or do we sometimes choose what we comprehend? This week’s newsletter explores this question through a personal lens. Read it here:
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Been thinking about love.
How often do the simplest things offer the deepest life lessons? Today, I stumbled upon a beautifully written piece that resonated with me profoundly. It speaks to something we all know, yet rarely truly embody. I was so moved by its simplicity and depth that I wanted to share it with you all. You know,…
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The Expectation of “Having No Expectation”
Relationships are the heart of our lives, the threads that connect us to others and weave the fabric of society. They are both a source of profound joy and inevitable vulnerability. We yearn for intimacy, understanding, and shared experiences, yet we also fear the pain of disappointment, rejection, and loss. This delicate balance between the desire for connection and the fear of…
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Beyond Addiction: The Neuroscience of Grief and Breakup
What drives us? What motivates our actions, shapes our choices, and colors our experiences? Is it the pursuit of pleasure, the avoidance of pain, or something more profound? The age-old quest for happiness, fulfilment, and an enriching life has propelled humanity forward, yet it seems our very pursuit of pleasure often leads us down the winding path of pain. This inherent paradox is deeply ingrained…
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The Silent Struggle of Cognitive Inequality
Hello everyone, Welcome back to The Aiikyam Journal. As I mentioned in last week’s newsletter, I had planned to share my perspective on perspective, an idea I first explored during my college years. It’s a topic that lends itself to rational analysis, but this week has been different. I’ve found myself grappling with deeper, more emotional questions about my being and…