"The ocean knows it carries only the reflection; Not the moon." One summer’s night, I wrote a couplet: the above. The two-liner was merely a self-reflection exploring self-awareness and the nature of identity. Using this metaphor, I delve deeper into the understanding of my own self, beyond the surface level that is visible to the outside world. Just as the ocean reflects the image of the moon without a ctually possessing it, we too often project an image of ourselves that may not fully capture our true essence. The reflections seen by others, and even by ourselves at times, are mere glimpses of our deeper, more complex identities. These reflections can be influenced by various factors such as societal expectations, personal insecurities, and the roles we play in our daily lives. To build on that, to truly understand who we are, we must look beyond these reflections. This requires a journey inward, where we confront our true emotions, desires, and fears. It is in
I am Teynmoli Subramaniam and this is where I write.