Every single one of my underwear bottoms is tie-dye. Although, I never bought them this way.

As we enter the second year of the pandemic and as our online relationships continue to change, I want to remind you that it is also crucial that we centre ourselves. Don't forget to ask yourself: what feels good? More importantly, don't forget to listen to the answer.

While I don't have a fool-proof way to protect you, think of this: life is just a series of interactions with other humans where every moment could be the last.

I used to look forward to staying up throughout the night, seeking refuge in loneliness. Now, ten months into the pandemic, my anxiety is at an all-time high, especially when it’s time to sleep.

People thought I hated hugs, but that wasn’t the case. The truth is I didn’t know how to. Hugs are such a foreign concept in my household. It often confused me when I saw some of my Tamil friends hug their parents. I had assumed that giving hugs were not a part of Tamil culture.

I often describe revenge to my friends as a fleeting moment of catharsis. Fantasizing about it feels good, but when enacted, it rarely provides the lasting internal peace we seek.