Growing up in a middle-class, service-class household in 1980s–90s India, professional success was often measured by academic scores and careers in science. Choosing the humanities stream was not only unconventional, but it was frequently seen as a fallback option. In this social context, I made a deliberate decision in 2002 to pursue Humanities, supported by my parents’ cautious encouragement. That choice marked the beginning of a journey of learning, unlearning, and continuous self-discovery. It also meant contending with both external skepticism and internal doubts.
This blog post is my way of tracing that journey, to share who I am, how I got here, and where I hope to go next.
Building My Web Presence: A Personal and Professional Milestone
After much contemplation, I decided to begin this blog (the first for my website) by writing about the process of building my web presence- a significant personal and professional milestone. I have decided to put “myself out there” with a strong belief in the skills and expertise I have to offer to the world.
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