Building Trust In Sustainable Consumption
Sustainability, to me, has never been about perfection, aesthetics, or performative “eco-friendly” living. It is an evolving practice rooted in systems thinking, conscious consumption, ethical responsibility, and long-term impact. In this piece, I explore why I support sustainable brands, what I look for beyond green marketing, and how minimalism, mindful consumption, reuse, and community-rooted values…
The Problem With How We Talk About Sustainability
Sustainability, to me, is not a trend, a corporate checkbox, or a perfectly curated “eco-friendly” aesthetic. It is about understanding how deeply interconnected our environmental, social, and economic systems truly are. From climate change and inequality to consumption, culture, technology, and community, sustainability is ultimately about learning how to live, build, and grow without making…
My Fingerprints Told Me What I Had Been Avoiding About Myself
For years, I thought self-awareness was enough. I could dissect my patterns, understand my emotions, identify my strengths and weaknesses, and intellectually process almost everything happening within me. But a recent genetic brain profiling session forced me to confront something far more uncomfortable: maybe the problem was not that I did not know myself well…
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Reading as a Way to Make Sense of the Mind and the World
I recently chose three books to rebuild my reading habit, two on psychology and one on climate. This decision came from a growing need to better understand my own thoughts, especially in the face of eco-anxiety and uncertainty about the future. A few chapters in, I already feel a shift toward more clarity and less…
What I Witnessed About Women’s Representation in Practice
An exploration of women’s leadership, gender representation, and inclusive practices at AMET University’s Women’s Celebration Week in maritime education.
The Women Building Businesses Across Tamil Nadu
Across Tamil Nadu’s towns and villages, women entrepreneurs are building real businesses with real traction. Reflections from a day screening 60–70 founders.
Deepa Sai 