Author: ketakikunte
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A Close Call
The alleyway was completely deserted. The streetlights flickered, making numerous shadows across the pavement. Dogs barked at a distant place. The entire block felt soulless. None of the flats or shops had their lights on. She tightened her blue woollen jacket around her middle against the cold, biting wind. Her red hair flew wildly. She…
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The Fear of Being Ordinary
The essay analyzes the social pressure and expectation of being unique and living an extraordinary life. It explore how this desire is structurally impossible for all to achieve. The essay also tries to destigmatize the notion that living an ordinary, common life can be just as fulfilling.
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The Legitimacy of Suffering in Personal Growth
The article explores the relationship between survival and growth, questioning whether one should take precedence over the other. Through anecdotes about societal perceptions of pain and suffering, it challenges the notion that authentic experiences must involve struggle. It ultimately posits that growth and survival are interconnected aspects of the human experience.
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Understanding Death: Insights from Massan’s Narrative
The write-up reflects on the film “Massan,” focusing on themes of moving on and death. By keeping the movie as a distant backdrop, this piece tries to explore the meaning, function and consequences of death.
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Down the Memory Lane
This short-story explores how Cathy tries to move on from Kevin, after his death. The story follows her journey as she navigates grief, loss of love and ultimately, acceptance.
