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  • From Solo to Social: The Single Event

    Single Mode Party

    The week of 14th Feb was arriving, you see the Instagram and people around you turning to shade of Red and sometimes it is just too much for people who are single.

    You’ve got no plans for February 14th, and everywhere you look, love and marketing are up in the air. You’re not alone. That’s exactly what prompted me to host an online event for individuals just like you – those without plans on Valentine’s Day, seeking connection and friendship.

    So here is what happened yesterday, I am a first-timer in hosting such gatherings, decided on a lineup of activities designed to break the ice and encourage meeting strangers fun online in a safe setting. From “2 Truths and a Lie” to Pictionary and Valentine’s Bingo, I used up my entire day to plan this and it was worth it. However, only 6 attendees turned up.

    Now, some might view this as a setback. I did too in the initial few minutes but the small turnout didn’t dampen my spirit or of those who joined. Instead, it was a warm, cozy, intimate setting that allowed for deeper conversations, more laughter, and a genuine connection that in retrospect a larger gathering would have missed to offer.

    I am planning to host more such evenings once in a month to just bring people (not just single folks) together after office hours for some games and deep conversations!

    Would you like to join? Send us an email contact@thehelix.in or DM on Instagram.

  • The Lost Art of Hanging Out

    The Lost Art of Hanging Out

    You are at a nice location hanging out; you click a photo and make it into a wow post with a beautiful caption that resonates with your mental state or maybe not. Hit Post!

    Now, while you are still at the location where the breeze is fresh and the view is constant, the joy is in the background, lingering to come at the surface. Still, the other buzz has taken over, i.e. likes, notifications, comments, who saw the story, how many impressions, and any increase in following? And there is a wave of emotions just about to hit, and you start feeling lonely. The joy is hoping for an echo, but it is met with buzzing. The void is getting wider and we have the diagnosis but the solution is out of reach. Just yet.

    I still find joy in singing the wrong lyrics to a song or skipping stones while walking down a stony path. I still have a healthy relationship with myself, but the joy in interactions is missing. They are more about reactions and something new.

    How can I have something new happening every few days?

    My life is literally the same. I have no complaints. It’s good that I am updated on the lives of friends who are kilometres away, but I miss the warmth of that hug or the giggles with a nice ring. I am getting the summary without any emotions that come with it. The famous question arises, Is our life reduced to pixels on the screen?

    Then there is hustle culture, chasing tails of work, family, dating, relationships, friends, dating, relationships and social activities. It is relentless; there is room for having your own time with yourself, soaking in the sun, staring at an ant race, or having a meaningful conversation about life. We all have one typical dialogue to share with everyone, “I have been so busy”. Then how come we have a 5-hour average screen time, which is 4 hours of Instagram and Twitter?

    So, what is the solution?

    Yes, technology will bridge the gap but somehow it is unable to fulfil the need for genuine connection. You can have a reach but it will filter to a meal, walk shared space or just a simple chat in a physical space that technology cannot replicate. Now, how do we weave these connections into an authentic experience?

    The hope is on the changing dynamics of society and social needs. There are initiatives like community meet-ups, hobby-based groups, and even digital platforms like Helix designed for deeper conversations. Here, you can have a shared experience that you value, and meaningful conversations can take place without judgment. Because the need exists.

    Moreover, the very recognition of loneliness as a societal issue is a step towards addressing it. By acknowledging the need, people will continue to work towards solving it, and a balance will be found — leveraging technology to bring us closer, not to widen the gap between us.

  • The Unseen Struggle – Stories For Your Soul

    Door unlocks

    Pallavi enters the house, her hair strands gets stuck in her bag strap and the keys fall to the ground. She closes her eyes and takes a deep breath. She can feel a huge beam of emotions coming and she could possibly break down.
    You see small things can trigger you into a state which feels hopeless.

    Pallavi drags herself to the couch and thinks about making chai. She tried to gather some motivation but she couldn’t. She unlocks her phone and opens Zomato App. She orders herself ginger kadak chai from Chaayos.

    She hears a sound and looks up, it is her flatmate Pranav. He looks at her and asks, aaj phir se chai order kari? Main banane jane he wala tha. [Translation: Did you order tea again? I was about to make it for us.]

    Pranav asked Pallavi about her day, she started with “Yaaar, main kya karu? I got promoted today” [Translation: What do I do?! I got. promoted today] and couldn’t say any more words.

    Pranav is confused. Why are you crying? We should celebrate!

    She cries her heart out and tells him how a colleague commented that she got promoted because she is extra friendly with the manager and not her merit. Pranav now sitting beside her tries to comfort her. He says, “It says a lot about his insecurity. While we do seek validation from others, it doesn’t have to be from everyone. There will always be people who will bring you down by making these comments. They are not worth your energy.”

    Well, choose good people in your life. It really helps.

    The end.

    This story was published on Instagram and YouTube for Helix. I hope you find these stories for your soul peaceful. 🙂