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On Vulnerability and Confidence

What I Learned from a Conversation with a 10-Year-Old

By Sugirdha

Posted on January 22, 2026

A casual conversation with my 10-year-old daughter led me to reflect on vulnerability, confidence, and how openness is perceived. Through a small workplace moment and a public speaking experience, I explore when vulnerability strengthens a message and when it can backfire. [Read More]

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The very many ways I failed at journalling

And the one way that changed me

By Sugirdha

Posted on January 13, 2026

Diaries, Planners, Plain sheets of paper. Come digital era, there were modern tools, apps, scannable notebooks. I tried it all. But what worked for me is surprisingly obvious. [Read More]

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When AI Starts to Feel Like Someone

On awareness, comfort, and emotional boundaries

By Sugirdha

Posted on January 2, 2026

It came up in more than one conversation with people I know personally, in the past month alone. Different contexts. Different settings. Different stages of life. Yet a similar pattern. Turning to AI, not just for research or productivity, but for reassurance, validation, or simple to be heard. [Read More]

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An Introspective Look at Why Showing Up Matters

By Sugirdha

Posted on December 31, 2025

I didn’t sign up as a volunteer out of a sense of purpose or a desire to give back. I simply joined a community hoping it would offer clarity and connection. It gave me exactly what I had set out to find. And more. [Read More]

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Why I Skip New Year Resolutions (And what I do instead)

By Sugirdha

Posted on December 10, 2025

I don’t do New Year resolutions. I’ve learnt that habits stick better when they start on ordinary days, not symbolic ones. I use a simple 21-day window to lock in a habit before the year ends. No big declarations. No pressure. Just showing up, daily. [Read More]

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My Daily Project Update Tracker That Actually Works

How one end-of-day logging habit and a Notion Button improved my daily standups and reviews

By Sugirdha

Posted on April 1, 2025

A simple Notion template and a five-minute end-of-day habit—this is how I keep my standups sharp and my reviews effortless. No more Monday morning guesswork or lost accomplishments. Here's the daily project update tracker I actually use (and stick to). [Read More]

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Book Review and Reflection: The Female Digital Revolution by Nimisha Tailor

Why women in tech should take charge of their growth

By Sugirdha

Posted on February 24, 2025

Navigating the tech industry isn’t just about mastering technical skills. It’s also about visibility, sponsorship, and self-advocacy. That’s one of the key takeaways from The Female Digital Revolution in which author Nimisha Tailor sheds light on both the challenges and opportunities women face in tech. The Power of Continuous Learning... [Read More]

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The Learning Habit: Thriving in a Changing World

Embrace Transformation through Adaptability and Curiosity

By Sugirdha

Posted on February 15, 2025

Change is the only constant, whether it's by choice, such as pursuing new skills, stepping into leadership, or moving into a new specialisation, or driven by industry demands or personal circumstances. Today, the key to staying ahead is continuous learning. [Read More]

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