Imagine being surrounded by an endless buffet of information but leaving the table still feeling hungry for real knowledge. That’s the Gutenberg Paradox in a nutshell—a contradiction where the abundance of information available today leaves us more overwhelmed than enlightened. The Historical Context on Gutenberg’s Revolution Back in the 15th century, Johannes Gutenberg turned the world on its head with his printing press, making knowledge accessible like never before. Books went from being a rare luxury for the elite to something even commoners could enjoy. This paved the way for the Renaissance and Enlightenment movements, and a whole host of intellectual revolutions that changed human history. People read, people learned,…
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Gen-z is really difficult to work with: Here’s why.
Somebody once told me that it’s very difficult working with the gen-z. Yes, we intend to be difficult to work with. And to give you a fair warning, there will be loaded sarcasm in the statements below, kindly bear along. Yes, it’s difficult to work with a generation that upholds boundaries. Because how dare we stand up to leave for home while out managers are still working at their desks. How dare we apply for leaves in spite of paid time off being a part of our compensation structure. How dare we prioritise going home to our loving families when we can instead be looking at a boring computer for…
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Defining Success In Your 20s: Welcome to Adulting :)
Stepping into the 20s has felt like walking on a tightrope; feeling stuck on one single line, with no option to turn left or right. The people in our lives turn into an audience, who constantly watch the reel of our lives unfold, screaming at us in hopes that we rely on the directions that they convey to us. And in the midst of listening to a hundred voices giving you well-meant advices about how to run your life, you find yourself lost in a tumultuous whirlpool of indecision. Sooner or later, we are all stuck in a cycle of not knowing what to do anymore. Losing sight of your…
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A Sense of Belonging | Daily Poem
When do I feel the most rooted in my culture? When I wear my heart on my sleeve, and jhumkas in my ear. Dangling across my cheek, with silver bells that feel like droplets. Holding my head up high, to let my bindis shine through. Crimson bindi on my crown, unapologetically feminine in my soul. As I press a silver nose ring, an expression of a blooming flower, Feeling each whiff of breath that passes through, going forth. Gently letting my fingers trace the lines of the gulbandh on my neck, Crafted by local artisans, radiating rustic charm. When I drape into my mother’s ikkat saree, an embodiment of my…
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From Hurt to Healing: Restoring Childhood Scars Through Friendship
Growing up without the comfort of genuine friendship shapes more than just your childhood; it writes itself into the lens with which you perceive and navigate the world. I have written poems about this before, but not really from the perspective of how friendships affect your changing perception of the world. As a young child, my worldview was more innocent – everyone was inherently good and capable of kindness. But as I transitioned into teenage, reality hit me with some really harsh lessons. Most of my childhood innocence was shattered through bullies in the disguise of friends. Bullies, who with their cutting words, shattered a lot of my belief system…
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Book Review & Quotes | Acts of God by Kanan Gill
To all my book friends, I recently finished reading Acts of God by Kanan Gill, and wow, it was quite the journey! This book isn’t your typical sci-fi adventure—it’s a deep dive into philosophical musings that made me pause, reflect, and question the very fabric of life. Let’s start with my favorite part: the storage instructions. I know, it sounds mundane, but Kanan Gill’s whimsical take on how to cherish and store a book left me smiling and nodding in agreement. He writes, “Or, if you’d rather love, then love this book with all your might, trace your fingertips gently over its jacket, literally, digitally and spiritually. Take this book…
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Book Quotes | She’ll Never Make It by Masoom Minawala
Every time that I immerse myself in the pages of a book, I find more than just words on paper; a collection of profound insights and heartfelt emotions. Within the lines of my latest literary venture, I discovered a collection of quotes that was touching and inspirational for all to read. These quotes truly resonated with me and lingered in my thoughts long after I turned the final page. Join me as we unravel the beauty and complexity of life reflected in the pages of this literary masterpiece “She’ll Never Make It” by Masoom Minawala. Here we go! 1. In the attempt to prove everyone wrong, I found that when…
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Echoes of Existence
About the Book Title: Echoes of Existence Author: Ritika Das a.k.a. Readably Yours Genre: Poetry Summary: “Echoes of Existence” is a captivating poetry collection that invites readers to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. Through a series of heartfelt verses, this book unveils the hidden magic within life’s mundane moments and emotional journeys. Immerse yourself in the essence of the everyday as these poems encourage you to rediscover the joy in simple pleasures—from the aroma of morning coffee to the peace found within the pages of a book. Inspired by the ordinary moments of the writer’s life, these verses resonate with the ebbs and flows that define our existence. With…
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My Author Life Since 2005, You Heard It Right
Hello, I’m Ritika Das, known in the literary world as Readablyours. Early Life and Writing InspirationI’ve always wanted to be a writer since I was in first grade (2005) – it was when I learned for the first time that I had the capability to write poems that melt hearts. Growing up in Mumbai, my home was always filled with books and stories. My mom nurtured my love for books, and sitting in the kitchen reading out loud to her enhanced my passion for literature, aspiring me to write one of my own someday. Writing JourneyMy journey as a writer truly began with a Wattpad title that I ended up…
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Verse by Verse: How to Write Daily Inspirational Poetry
Writing a poem daily holds remarkable potential. In a world that often drowns in noise and distraction, the act of writing a poem each day becomes an escape for our hearts and minds. It helps us nurtures our creativity, illuminates our deepest emotions, and connects us to the beauty of the human experience. Writing a poem every day is not just a mere exercise of self-expression; it also becomes an act of self-care and compassion. But why is this daily practice of poetry so significant? It is because through each poem, we stretch the boundaries of our imagination, and dare ourselves to challenge our perceptions. Writing a poem every day…
