I typically compile my notes over a period of week or two. Given that I've been traveling with busy work, my entries for April and the first week of May have been on a bi-weekly basis.
đĽ đ This week, I watched Extrapolations. It was quite a mixed bag. There was a noticeable commercial vibe throughout, but it was okay as I found myself thinking a lot about the tone of the series and the direction it's taking. I feel compelled to jot down these thoughts before they slip away.
The theme of "technophobia" is mostly featured in series like Black Mirror, prompting us to reflect on our uneasy relationship with technology. It's interesting to question why we feel a sense of detachment or even fear towards anything computerised or artificial.
One reason I thought could be our inherent trust in the reliability and control of natural elements, contrasting with the perceived limitations of technology - The fear of unknown.
Additionally, I often think that the core issue could be our tendency to over-rely on new innovations while undervaluing the resources we currently have. The fear that technology supplants than it supports human life and skills. This series touched upon the very assumption.
There is a particular story in the episode named Lola, where it revolves around a character who struggles with memory loss and relies on daily access and sync to retain his memories. It resonated with me deeply. Brain is a very fragile organ. Having experienced losses over the years, both with people and memories, I've come to appreciate journaling even more. Writing here serves as a digital archive of my life, preserving precious experiences that I might lose otherwise if only stored in my mind. While there are other ways to capture memories like photos and videos, I believe journaling and blogging uniquely capture the emotional essence of those moments, offering a space for reflection and for others to connect with your stories.
đĽ Having said that, I had the opportunity to connect with a few individuals, both from work and outside. Notably, I visited Thejesh's home to meet his happy child, Uma, along with her siblings Pathu and Echo. I also had the pleasure of catching up with Yash and Suneela. Yash runs a travelogue - something I am looking forward to read and follow. I also spent the last of my weeks with my cousins and their Doggos Chooku and BB. These encounters are rare and though brief, I enjoyed the time we spent together. I borrowed yet another book from Jagan, Why we sleep by Mathew Walker.
đť Every week serves as an example to prioritise work-life balance. Week 17 was packed with numerous tasks, all of which concluded by Tuesday, April 30th, leaving the remainder of the days with a sense of tranquility. After sailing through a wave, I am in a place where I think I have genuine contentment in what I do. In this period, I am prioritising personal satisfaction over just mere financial gain.
𧳠This year, the job crisis, particularly for freshers, is alarmingly high. I traveled to Chennai briefly for official engagements to assist in coordinating campus drive at Vel Tech and SRM, encountering atleast 1000 individuals a day. For the most part, I stayed at the Accord (sponsored by the company) and had the pleasure of catching up with the Turing Team, which, though tiring, was a much-needed and relishing experience.
âď¸ It only gets hotter with time, but I did enjoy couple of surprising showers at Bangalore - especially experiencing hailstorms for the very first time in my life. Looking forward for more such showers, so I don't feel compelled to buy an AC for my room.
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