About the Writer
Well… As Alvy Singer (played by Woody Allen) famously repeated a Groucho Marx quote in the movie ‘Annie Hall’ – ‘I don’t care to belong to a club that accepts people like me as members’ (it also appears in Freud’s ‘Wit & its relation to the Subconscious’); this sums me up as well…
I have tried to be different, as much as possible, in positive ways. Many who have known me think that I also suffer from the side effects of the same. But then, that’s how it is.
Born in a small town in Bihar, educated in one of the most prestigious institutions of the region (Ramakrisna Mission Vidyapith), I moved to Delhi for my higher education (10+2 from The Mother’s International School). Having graduated in Finance (from the College of Business Studies, DU), I went on for my Masters in Human Resource Management (from the Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai). I have had a good education. Credit must all go to my parents, who happily went through a lot for the same.
Post which, I did work a couple of years in a corporate (Johnson & Johnson Consumer India Ltd) in Mumbai, handling Campus Relations and Recruitment, but as I had always suspected, the environment did not work to my liking. Quitting however seemed like the most difficult decision I have made in my life. The city was amazing. The money was real good. But then, are we not all trying to move upwards from there! In the end, the decision to leave the city was the one that proved to be the slightly difficult one. But then, the charming Delhi beckoned…
Now, at 25 (in 2009), I am a teacher, at Delhi University (teaching Management at CBS) and at a pre MBA coaching institute (teaching English), quite paradoxically preparing these young kids for the same life that I have happily escaped.
People fascinate, but at the same time, disappoint me. That explains my interest in Psychology, and at the same time, Philosophy.
The last, and as they say, but not the least, I am a man of words. Since I was young, I was full of these real emotions, and to express them, the only way at my disposal was to write. I have taken a shot at Cinema also, did see some sparks, and I will be back for another shot soon. As of now, I write. I write and direct plays. I am also working on a yet unpublished work of fiction and an anthology of poetry.
Writing, and more so, good writing requires practice, and readers and their feedback. The blog has been created primarily for this purpose.
A writer, though arguably, is nothing if not for the readers. So I sincerely hope that you will enjoy what I write. I will be glad to have your views. Inspirations after all, are all coming from you. Mistakes however, are all of my imagination. I insist…
In life, as Umberto Eco puts it, the important thing is not the finding, but the seeking. It is the journeys that matter more than the destination. So here I am, taking another step….
(I could be contacted at abhishek.theoutsider@gmail.com)
sir, u actually accept ur mistakes…..!!! thats unbelievable…paradoxical though…
Paradoxical indeed, considering their non-existence… Blame it on my modesty…
“I have taken a shot at Cinema also, did see some sparks, and I will be back for another shot soon.”
Loved it when I saw the first time, have that on my blog ever since.
thank you Suvayu… coming from you, that is quite an encouragement… will try and write more stuff which is worth your mention..
Bravo! Keep it up man!! You gotta go long way……..
thank you Ankit.. I do remember our conversation over dinner in Banglaore.. it is a long way… it is good to have friends along.. nothing helps more.. all your feedback is being incorporated.. I am looking forward to more…
Kudos !!! Your expression , freedom of mind and thoughts deserve appreciation.
small kid admires u sir,,
it takes guts to listen to one’s calling dude….
hats off to you for choosing the journey rather than destination…..
wish you all the best..
and waiting for the movie bit
Its been so long since this has been up, and I saw it only today…well, must say it summarises YOU rather well
Hope there would be interesting additions to This section about you…afterall the autobiography has to read “Different” & “Interesting” at the same time…:)
All the best as you pursue your dreams…they already have and will take you even farther…
well, u taught me 2 watch movies. I was naive @ writing when I started bt u inspired me. I can’t resist myself 2 follow u and seeks yr blessings when starting my own blog:
http://999sviewpoint.blogspot.com/
Welcome to the world of writing Pankul…
Good to have you here… the credit is all yours. Do well… Of course you have my best wishes..
surprised 2 know al dese achievmnts nd impressd too keep goin
In a short time pretty good achievements. Most of all courage to follow your heart and seek your peace. Keep treading forward. Good luck.
Hey.. thank you so much.. Having taken the plunge, I realize that courage was needed more to ‘not follow’ what you call the heart. Doing what I am doing is simple. And whatever courage is needed comes from all the kind wishes like yours.. Why don’t u write to me at abhishek.theoutsider@gmail.com ! It will be a pleasure getting to know you. Looking forward to hearing from you.
Courage was needed more “not follow” the heart? Correct me if you are refering to id that becomes ego and then pesters to strive for super ego- perfectionism/wordly success.
Dil tha ya dimaag tha jo bhi tha woh ek lamha faisle ka tha.
And you won your peace in return.
What I meant was there is no reason to not follow the heart. So if I had been stuck where I was, that would have needed more efforts. And as far as spending time on your page is concerned, the long prose pieces will take some reading and I will be back with more time. And the discussion on Psychoanalysis, let’s keep it for when you have time… I swear by Freud.
The media or the form you choose does not make a difference as long as you are making an impact the way you want to. Keep writing. All the best. And yes, keep reading too. Good to have you.
Yes, Indeed words have power much more than anything else…Did not know that u teach in DU also..!
Abhi
It was good knowing you @ TISS and you definitely showed your creative side in discussions and you love for writing and reading… It is really nice to know someone who follows his heart… Chanced upon your blog and I come away with a lot more depth to your being… Reach for the stars… All the very best
Hey Sangha… long time… thank u so much for your kind words… I am trying .. will try my best… thank u very much again for the encouragement…keep reading..
Sir what you did? Kindly let me know.
i appreciate all ur creative abilities..b4 readin ds i nly knew u as a cute ims teacher;-)..bt its really inspirin 2 kno u as a person via ur blog…loved dat u ve always tried being possitively different,well pros n cons r all part of it..!!.grt goin..may u have all deservin journey ahead, wish u luck!!it wud b pleasure knowing u more..:-)
I must say…Sir, its not only very impressive but at the same time…highly believable…Seeing such commitment makes me ponder if i myself have a special factor, anything, that can make me sit up in the bed at midnight and get me to work there and then… Hats off!!!
hey .. thank u so much.. and yes.. dont’t worry… u still have time.. keep pondering.. u wil discover soon…
Great to know that you have such diversified interests that include poetry as well. Keep up the good work.
Even I am a published Hindi poet and I’ve writing for several magazines for quite sometime. You may read a few of my poems here- http://souravroy.com/poems/
Hi,
I am a Bihari too . Educated in Manipal . Live in Bangalore . And Psychology and Philosophy interest me as well, for the same reasons
It was heard, that a good teacher at the right time of your life can turn a frog into prince. Now that i have begin see it, Sir.
Like always, @ av-chetan level that “open door cage” pic has taught me few lessons, like always you do!
i’ll tell you my side later via mail, 1st you should see my blog that i have just started yesterday and its first post is coincidentally your one of the favourite readings( i can make it out from your email id)
wish me luck sir and keep guiding me!
thank you
Neel
http://neelanshitkan.wordpress.com/