In Search of a Personal God
Why a lifelong agnostic suddenly wants a puppet master, a lucky charm, or a leaf to hold onto.
Maya Nagri
Essays on mental health, modern culture, and the chaos of being a Delhi boy. I write about heavy things with a light touch (and occasional bad words).
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Please Help Me Get Bored Again
Why staying away from my phone feels like the hardest thing to do.
How Grinding My Own Coffee Made Me Feel Grounded
Daily rituals, a hefty inheritance, and freefalling into a never-ending rabbit hole
The Dilemmas Of A Typical Filmy Chodu
While I always had a functioning set of eyes, aankhein meri kuch din pehle hi khuli hain.
Amor Fati on a Himachal Roadways Bus
Turning 40, fighting off Voltaire, and learning to love the chaos of my own poorly tended garden.
My 40th Birthday Crisis, Arriving Right on Schedule
Preparing for my rebirth with knee pain, zero pull-ups, and a severe case of existential dread.
Stop Loving So Much. It Is Ruining Your Life.
We have been sold a lie about love and light. It is time for a necessary course correction.
The Elite Illusion Of Being A Mysterious Person
Silence isn’t always deep. Sometimes, you’re just an emotionally unavailable asshole.
"Living in the Present" is a Luxury for the Rich
Why it’s hard to "enjoy the moment" when your brain is hardwired for the next financial crisis.
Religious People Are the Biggest Atheists (They Just Don’t Know It Yet)
The "devout" crowd has actually sidelined God for their religion.