Author: Sameer Kapar

Why I Chose to Write About My Health

We often use social media to share our wins — milestones, celebrations, and the highlights of our lives. But rarely do we open up about the struggles: the quiet battles, the moments of doubt, and the times we’re forced to confront pain, loss, or fear. I chose to write about my health not to seek … Continue reading Why I Chose to Write About My Health

The Show Must Go On

Visiting Nepal—both last December and again this summer—has tested my perseverance in ways I hadn’t expected. During my previous visit, I spent two out of three weeks battling a high fever. This time, I’ve been diagnosed with a degenerative genetic spine disease. My current focus is on slowing the disease’s progression before it becomes unmanageable. … Continue reading The Show Must Go On

A Student, A Father, A Storyteller

A few days back, I wrote about how loneliness had been affecting me. Little did I know that shortly after that, I would hear the heartbreaking news that one of my students had taken his own life. I felt like somebody had punched me in the face. I knew he was battling his own demons, … Continue reading A Student, A Father, A Storyteller

On Loneliness, Aging, and the Quiet Clock Ticking

I was reading a book, The 5 Types of Wealth by Sahil Bloom, and I tried the Memento-Mori Calendar, which was suggested by the book. A Memento Mori calendar is a visual reminder that life is finite. It typically displays your life in weeks—from birth to an average lifespan (often 80–90 years)—with each week represented … Continue reading On Loneliness, Aging, and the Quiet Clock Ticking

The Double-Edged Sword of Social Media

In the age of social media, our lives are often curated for public consumption. We scroll through feeds filled with smiles, achievements, and picture-perfect moments, but beneath this veneer of happiness lies a more complex reality. I can’t help but wonder if it titillates my inner demons or if I’m the only one grappling with … Continue reading The Double-Edged Sword of Social Media

Back Again!

I took a month-long, well-deserved break after a mentally and physically exhausting teaching job. My hats off to all the educators who unselfishly go through the antiquated curriculum (yes, the curriculums are antiquated and need a revamp to stay with the demands of fast-paced changes, such as accommodating AI in the lessons, be it Maths, … Continue reading Back Again!

Compatibility vs. Complementarity in Relationships: Finding the Perfect Balance

Recently, I watched “What is Love?” and “Holy Matrimonies,” and read a book by Arthur Brooks and Oprah Winfrey, “Build the Life You Want.” I thought about my relationship. Pratima and I had been married for 27 years and had known each other for 35 years. Though we are poles apart in almost everything, we … Continue reading Compatibility vs. Complementarity in Relationships: Finding the Perfect Balance

Navigating the Complex World of Plagiarism in Education: Understanding Its Impact on Struggling Students

Source: https://pixy.org/4445495/ Visit Is Giving Credit Hard? Introduction As an educator, I always face the dilemma of whether to penalize my students when they copy someone’s work in an assignment. Recently, my colleague failed one of the students who had some academic challenges, even though he had cited the source—the only mistake he committed was … Continue reading Navigating the Complex World of Plagiarism in Education: Understanding Its Impact on Struggling Students

Tracked my activities for 30 days – A Guide to Building Better Habits

Many productivity influencers whom I follow on YouTube have done 30-day challenges, especially tracking a habit for 30 days. I decided to do something similar… so I packed my calendar with the activities and tracked them for 30 days. Here are my thoughts. Welcome to my deep dive into mastering a 30-day activity tracker, where … Continue reading Tracked my activities for 30 days – A Guide to Building Better Habits

Facing Rejection Head-On: A Guide to Bouncing Back from University Denials

Image Source: https://www.resilientwalker.com/resilience Many students who have applied will hear back from the universities/colleges. Everyone has experienced the feeling of eagerly anticipating an email or letter from their ideal university, only to open it and read the words we dreaded the most: "We regret to inform you..." It's an agonizing experience that might seem like … Continue reading Facing Rejection Head-On: A Guide to Bouncing Back from University Denials