Aditya Pooji Chauhan

Whether we realize it or not, comparison quietly accompanies us— consciously or unconsciously , directly or indirectly . It seeps into our thoughts in subtle ways, often unnoticed, and becomes part of how we perceive ourselves and others. This tendency exists everywhere: – Online or offline – Among friends and family – Through social media or casual conversations How Comparison Creeps In You’re scrolling through Instagram or WhatsApp and notice a friend enjoying a lavish meal at a restaurant. Another is watching a newly released movie. Someone is vacationing abroad. Even strangers we don’t know seem to be living their best lives online. These visuals trigger a feeling , even if we’re not fully aware of it. Sometimes it's a mild sense of longing. Other times, it's envy, frustration, or self-doubt. But comparison doesn’t begin with adulthood or social media. It starts early in childhood : Competing for grades Noticing who owns what—bags, water bottles, clothes Compar...

Sorry, but to burst the cloud… I believe it’s time someone said it honestly: your life—directly or indirectly—is being shaped by what you watch, read, and consume every day. Movies, series, documentaries, news, even memes… they all play a role. Yes, you’ve grown stronger after facing life’s challenges, but still, what enters your mind repeatedly starts influencing your decisions, your emotions, and your reality. In today's world, many series are filled with negativity—some are based on true events, others purely fictional, but both can impact you emotionally and mentally. Unknowingly, your subconscious picks it up, and soon, your good life starts resembling the problems you’ve only seen on a screen. That’s why people say, "Be careful what you watch, what you read, and what you listen to" —because these things become a part of you, even without your permission. 🎬 Reality Check: Don’t Get Trapped in Fiction Yes, watching shows or movies is not inherently bad. It’s oka...

Empathy, Effort, and Evolving as a Professional By Aditya Pooji Starting a new journey in a company always brings a mix of excitement, nervousness, and uncertainty. When I joined my current organization, I was fortunate to be involved in multiple projects through the Monday.com tool in a role that resembled a Scrum Master — facilitating tasks, tracking progress, and helping teams move forward. Soon, I was assigned to one of the company’s major ongoing projects , initially as a backup with an admin role . My focus was on gathering documentation, understanding workflows, and getting up to speed. While navigating through this, I noticed a gap — an opportunity — within the JIRA tool being used by the team. Despite the multiple responsibilities already on my plate, I decided to grab it. And let me tell you — it wasn’t easy. The work was overwhelming. There were expectations, multiple deadlines, and a constant need to juggle between teams, tasks, and timelines. What pushed me further was ...

You're Not Alone. You’re Stronger Than You Think. There may be days when you feel like everything is falling apart — like you’re the only one silently fighting battles that no one sees. But please remember, you're not the only one. Your companions, your partner, your friend, a family member — they, too, might be carrying silent weights. I can only imagine what you're going through. I know you're feeling it deeply and living through it every single day. We’ve all faced setbacks and failures — and while they test us, they don’t define us. It's okay to pause. It's okay to rest. What matters most is that you hold on — even if it’s by the thinnest thread. I'm sharing a post I wrote based on my own experiences — some quiet, some deeply personal. It helped me — and I hope it brings you a bit of strength or perspective too: 🔗 This is just a phase. You will get through it. We often forget to see the blessings we still hold — our health, our loved ones, our resilien...