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Weird is what I'm calling life these days. I'm invariably happy. Coming to think of it, I've no reason to be. I've recently made the most seemingly-impossible choices. My soul and mind have finally started to converse. My mind mostly denies what my soul chooses and vice-versa but they at least talk. And may be, that's what matters the most now. I remember both of them taking sole decisions and making me end up in a huge trouble all the time. I guess, it always has been about the balance. Relying on one of them never did me any good. The moment I'm biased towards one of them, I realise I'm fucked. Bloody bitter truth. I've realised this the hard way but it was worth it. The more complicated part is I'm somehow trembling down the same lane again. Having said that, I've controlled myself (Escaped, in fact. Given that I'm writing this whole piece on my hiking trip) regardless of knowing whether I'm right or wrong; for now, I feel it's what I should do. And I've learned from my boss well enough. He says this a lot—“The first time it's a mistake, the second time it proves you as an idiot.” (Not the exact words but you get the gist) I'm unsure, like everybody else, what the future holds but I'm not worried. Whatever it is, I'm sure I won't regret for having to make the wrong choices. Or more of, hope so. Anyway, the road ahead is too long and too young. I'm going to walk, run, probably even take a lift but I'm not going to stop. (Okay, I agree, that does sound like the dialogue from Yeh Jawani hai deewani) Truth be told, that one sentence holds a lot of motivation. If you preach it, you might as well end up really really far in a good way. All said and done, I'm on my way to take the leap ahead. When are you planning to take yours? Whenever it is, just be sure of it. That's all you're going to need to get through it all. Good luck!

The “H” card

So, what's your “H” card?

How well are you playing it?

Oh, I'm assuming you know what I'm talking about.

No?

It's obviously that card we all want to play all the time— Happiness.

The definition surely differs from person to person but the motto stays the same. We all want to be happy. The word is too small given its huge power.

How?

Why?

When?

With who?

These are some basic questions that will define your happiness. The interesting thing is the answers to the questions above are always uncertain and changing.

If you do find the constant answers to them, trust me buddy, you're not happy, you're enlightened. Good luck with that!

Write

This post is for everybody.

And especially for those who say that writing is hard.

Nope, mate, it's not.

It's as easy as a tic-tac-toe game.

There are just some very awesome elements that make your writing beautiful.

Let's dive deep in to those.

• Thoughts a.k.a. Content

For past many years, I've struggled to find the "right mantra" for writing. I've read all possible books and copied all possible styles. Yet, none gave me the satisfaction I was expecting.

What I figured out next was amazing.

I realized to be the "right writer", I had to be the "right thinker".

And by being the right thinker, I mean, to think. Think about what you'd love to write. Think about what you want your readers to think. Think about displaying what you think.

Oh yes.

The first step to this "guide to writing" became a huge success. I remember penning my thoughts down on a white paper. Crunching it, throwing it, re-opening it and doing all of that stuff to find my right thoughts.

Simply put, if you know what you want to write, you can write.

It's that easy.

Content is a very important part of your post. If you don't provide that well, nothing will matter. Your thoughts are your content. You've just got to filter them right.

• Simplicity

Once you know what you want to write, just keep it all simple. Your readers should always feel the ease while they read. Don't complicate it. If you're starting something, be on it. Keep your words on the same track. The more you loiter, the more they loiter. And, once they're fed up of the loitering, you're just going to boo them.

Even if you wish to change track and loiter around, warn them. Indirectly or directly but always warn. So that they are already aware what's next. Surprises are good but you don't want to shock them with what you're going to say next.

Simplicity has its' own charm. Use it right.

If you want to state something important, highlight it.

If you want to make the readers laugh, write something funny.

Explain things with an instance so they have something to get hooked upon.
Keep the sentences short. Make sure your paragraph doesn't exceed 4-5 lines. This gives the reader a break. Long sentences are too much information at once.

For example, if you look at my writing above, you'll barely notice any long sentences. And, even if you do, they are separated with commas (,).

A person concentrates on maximum 7-9 words at a time. Commas and full-stops give the reader's mind a very quick mini-second break. And, trust me, it's needed.

Secondly, I reckon you might find any jargon in my writing. Avoid them as much as possible.

Also, simple is different for everybody. So, always make sure who are you addressing to. A doctor won't get your marketing blog and vice-versa. Hence, it is very important to know and understand your audience.

Keep it simple, silly.

• Connection

Connection is another major thing. Once you don't connect, you've lost it. You've done your part on fleeing them away. Your post must make your readers relate or connect to you.

Every writer must build a bond with their reader. If you've done that, they're hooked. Once, they are hooked, they're all yours.

The most awesome advice I was ever given was to write like I'm talking to my readers.

The moment they start to hear your voice, you've done it. Keep the blog interactive. Make them nod to some of your statements. Talk in their favor before putting your opinions. Keep it neat. Once, they realize that you feel them, they will come back for more.

So there you go! That's all you need to write something amazing!

Go ahead and write your piece! Good luck!

Here or there or where?

Our lives are really a series of unexpected events. Infact, that's what makes it more lively.

I remember a time in my life where I thought I was going to go nowhere with the decisions I took. Instead, here I am. All bold and tall. Knowing and feeling proud that I did the right thing even if they felt wrong back then.

This makes me realise it's really important to be enterprising. Your risks define you. The more you dodge around them, the more you get familiar with yourself. And, trust me, there's a lot to know about self than about anybody else.

There's a problem with us. As humans, we walk behind others and in the trail, lose ourselves while acquiring them. But guess what? It won't be too long until you realise the reality. You miss yourself. The change that occurs during the cycle is what goes unnoticed. And, when you do notice them, you just miss them.

This dilemma creates two kinds of people. People who live with that change and people who change the change.

So, Where do you belong?

Back with a bang?

Hello there! I'm back! Sounds good?

To be honest, I've missed blogging here- in my space.

But, the good news is I'm going to try and re-begin it.

Let's see how I go about with this trial.

Well, stay tuned. I'm cooking some delicacies in my brain for my hood. Have a taste and if you find it good, don't forget to check the whole menu!

Take care and have fun!