Life

Raj's alarm blared at 6am, jolting him awake. He quickly shut it off, careful not to disturb his wife Priya who was still sleeping soundly. Raj quietly got dressed and headed to the kitchen to prepare breakfast and pack his lunch for the day. As he cooked, Raj's thoughts drifted to his job at the small accounting firm downtown. He had been working there for 10 years, slowly working his way up from an entry-level position. The pay was decent, but not great, and the workload was heavy. Still, Raj was grateful to have stable employment to support his family. Just then, Raj heard movement from the bedroom. Priya emerged, rubbing her eyes. "Good morning," she said with a smile. Raj greeted her and they ate breakfast together, discussing their plans for the day. Their two young children, Anya and Rohan, would be dropped off at their grandparents' house before Raj and Priya headed to work. The Commute Raj kissed his family goodbye and headed out the door, joining the thr...

  Life after graduation can feel like standing at the edge of an uncharted world, especially for a girl from a middle-class family in India who finds herself without a job and unfamiliar with household chores. It’s a moment filled with mixed emotions — pride in having completed her education, uncertainty about the future, and a touch of fear about stepping into adulthood. For many like her, graduation is a significant milestone, symbolizing the end of structured academic life and the beginning of real-world challenges. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, particularly when societal expectations and personal aspirations seem at odds. But this phase is also a powerful opportunity for self-discovery and growth. Embracing the Unknown Without a clear career path or mastery over traditional household skills, our protagonist faces unique challenges. However, these are not insurmountable obstacles but stepping stones toward independence. The key is to embrace the unknown with courage and curiosi...