Positivity, Virtual Weddings..............

Admit it you have an alternate life on the Internet. You somewhat feel that people are more supportive here than in your real life. But is there substance to that support? Do they really know you or just the fraction you’re putting out on the Internet?

A random person commenting you can do it on your post “YOU CAN DO IT” might give you that instant shot of positivity(you need that on some days) but in most cases, that person has no idea of your situation or where you’re coming from. Their advice is not context-specific and thus both positive and negative comments should not be taken to heart.

Again I’m not against forming bonds with people on the Internet but at the same time, we should learn to filter people.

Think about it, sleep over it and type down your thoughts.

Sports Documentary Recommendations 🏏🏐🏓

I'm usually a calm guy but put me on a football field and you get a crazy trash-talking Goalkeeper who's rough and mean. I just want to win at all costs and that's what any sport does to you- it makes you competitive, you are in the moment and more alive than ever.

The Last Dance

F1: Drive To Survive

The Test

For the Love of Reading📖

Vathsal:

"Everything was beautiful and nothing hurt." - The Slaughter House 5

This book is my introduction to Kurt Vonnegut's satirical infused writing style. A story expressed through tragedy and dark humor. It's made out to be an anti-war novel but believe me, it's so much more. It revolves from hallucinations about science fiction and space travel to brutally realistic and obliterative bombing of the German city of Dresden by the joint American-British forces during WW2. The lesser-known fact? 135,000 people lost their lives. It was the highest death toll of any air raid during the war. Yes, more than the nuclear devastation in Hiroshima and Nagasaki. So it goes. But as I said, it depicts more than just the war itself. It's fluid transitions between time, a beautiful narrative that follows no traditional linearity. A must-read!! "Poo-tee-weet"

Vaibhav:

You are remembered for the rules you break. - Shoe Dog: A Memoir of Phil Knight

Phil Knight, the founder of Nike, goes deep down the memory lane in this book and shares the story of a 24-year-Stanford graduate who after his backpacking trip across the world decided to startup and import shoes from Japan.

From the early days of Nike to how it became a household name and a game-changing brand, his personal life and early relationships, his drive for sports and running that he inculcates in his brand.

What I liked about the book is that Phil Knight is an imperfect man, not some business whiz, it’s just that the guy never gave up. It’s not merely a sugarcoated success story of Nike, it’s about never stopping, never settling, breaking rules, believing in yourself, and just doing it.

Wedding Bells in Web 3

How to get married in the Metaverse?

Things are going upside down: east is west; north is south and now you can get married in the metaverse. You’re reading it right, a couple got married in the metaverse and this changes the perception of our current reality. Can you imagine a bit fat Indian wedding with all the TAM-JHAM in an alternate reality? Just the starting, weirder things to come. How far is too far?

Although I wonder how they consummated the marriage.

Think Like an Economist

Think Like an Economist and you’ll see the world more clearly, empowering you to make better decisions at work, at home, and in your community. Leading economists Betsey Stevenson and Justin Wolfers will take you on a joyous romp through their field as they introduce you to the big ideas in economics, and show how you can apply them to live in your own life.

Stock Market Simulator

Dalal Street Journal Paper Trading

Here's a stock market simulator I found for you all to get an experience of the real stock market.

Music 🎶🎺🎷🎧🎻🎸

Abhay(a person tired of online college): The vibe of this playlist exactly mirrors its name. 🏖🥂

Swaggy: She loves to draw and is into graphics design, she made a whole playlist just for that purpose hope you all enjoy it.

That’s it from us for this newsletter. It took some time to compile this one as we both were busy with our academic pursuits with Srijan in college full time. I’ll try to be more consistent from now on. If you liked this edition, do share it.