Liberalism assumes everyone is perfectly rational and capable of decision-making for themselves, but this just lets the real rationals abandon the vulnerable. Thus, Michael Sandel argues, the idea of a fully independent, rational human is simply a myth.
Algorithmic feeds trap individuals in ideological silos, only showing them what they already agree with. This destroys civic tolerance for opposing viewpoints, a fundamental requirement for what they call a healthy democracy.
Most people, including your family, will only respect you to the degree that you can benefit them.
Love is conditional, loyalty has limits, and your value to others fluctuates with your circumstances.
The people who claim to have your back will disappear when you're struggling and reappear when you're winning. Your parents' advice reflects their fears instead of your potential. Your friends will celebrate your small wins but feel threatened by your big ones.
Once you accept that you're alone in this life, you stop seeking validation from people who can't give it consistently. You build your own foundation instead of standing on other people's promises. You become selective about who gets access to your time, energy, and resources.
Paradoxically, when you stop needing people, the right ones show up.
Had the pleasure of hosting Legislative Assistants to MPs #LAMPFellows of 2025–26 cohort.
Candid conversations on politics, law and Indian cinema. A thoughtfully engaging evening with curious young minds.
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We often talk about India falling into the middle-income trap, but we should also worry about becoming a 'middle intellect' country because of our under regulated and poorly managed education system.
Syadwad" philosophy of jainism says our knowledge and beliefs are conditional..they are derived from circumstances, surrounding. Reality is complex and multifaceted. It's not skepticism but help to reveal different aspects of plurality. It' is a part of "ànèkantwadà".