Jun 1, 2021My Journey From Hatred to Passion.In one year. Before June 1st, 2020, I despised writing with a passion — the same passion that now drives me to write frequently throughout the week. I avoided the practice at all costs, mostly because I felt as though I wasn’t good at it. To set some context, I…Writing6 min read
May 28, 2021That’s Not Normal.Then, what is? What does “normal” really mean? Seriously — I just can’t seem to think of a good meaning for it. Because it doesn’t really have an exact definition, does it? The word “normal” is an adjective constructed by society. People get to decide what is normal and what…Society5 min read
May 17, 2021The Key To Success.In my point of view. Everyone’s definition of success is different. For some, it could be raising money whereas for others it could be achieving their goal. Either way, success is a process — it takes effort, dedication, perseverance, and smartness. …Success6 min read
May 12, 2021Let’s Talk About Names.And why we shouldn’t disrespect them. Precious. My name, Apuroopa, means precious. It serves as a reminder of the precious childhood that my grandmother gave to my mom. …Names3 min read
May 8, 2021Mom — The Invincible, But InvisibleActions speak louder than words. I feel voiceless. I feel underestimated. I sacrificed everything. But now I’m nothing. Or at least that’s what it feels like. I do so much. Right? I’m a person. Right? I have emotions. Right? An ocean of thoughts but a mouth that doesn’t want to…Mothers Day3 min read
May 1, 2021Dear World,It’s time to acknowledge and reflect — together. If I asked you why 2020 was a bad year, your answer would probably be something like, “well, COVID and all the racial injustice,” right? But that answer doesn’t even include the other significant events that took place. …Covid 196 min read
Apr 22, 2021It’s The Home of Our Homes.The world that is. Close your eyes. Take a deep breath. Relax your shoulders and hands. Release any tension. Smile a little. Now imagine this. The bright white rays of the sunlight glimmer on your eyes, sparkling across the diamond-like water. They reflect across the leftover droplets from the morning…Earth3 min read
Apr 16, 2021What If…?It would be a perfect world. What if well-being of the world was measured by happiness instead of wealth? This would be an example of the Happy Planet Index (HPI), which “measures what matters: sustainable wellbeing for all. It tells us how well nations are doing at achieving long, happy…Utopia5 min read
Apr 5, 2021Life Is A Lottery.And we only got one. “Hey, come stand here so we can take a picture,” said someone who wanted to capture a beautiful moment. “Ugh, more pictures,” came a response accompanied by an eye roll. Have you ever been in a similar moment whether it was you asking for the…Memories4 min read
Mar 30, 2021Who Am I?Here’s all about our identities. The question “who am I?” is one that almost no one can answer with full clarity, richness, and completion in their answer. For example, I could say the following, “I’m Apuroopa Kavikondala. I’m an author/writer, dancer, and photographer. I love helping people.” However, more than…Leadership7 min read
