Horse Riding and the Longing Buried Within Horse Riding is more than a sport; it symbolises the hidden desires within the human subconscious. Suppressed longings can reemerge when circumstances change, offering not just fulfilment but also healing and energy to the soul. This inner phenomenon is given a humorous and deeply human portrayal in Colonel … Read more
When Time Stands Still: The Essence of Waiting The psychology of waiting is not just about time — it is about emotion suspended in the air. Waiting teaches us how deeply we can feel, how long we can hope, and how quietly we can endure. In the stillness of waiting, every heartbeat becomes a whisper … Read more
Too Much Respect may sound like a blessing — but as Mustansar Hussain Tarar humorously reminds us, even respect can turn into an unbearable weight when it exceeds its natural limit. In his witty essay “Barah-e-Karam Meri Izzat Na Keejiye” (Please, Do Not Honour Me So Much) from his collection “Be-Izzati Kharaab,” Tarar Sahib explores … Read more
Handshake is one of the simplest social gestures, yet it carries layers of meaning, humour, and sometimes even awkwardness. From political stages to religious gatherings, from romantic encounters to wrestling arenas, the act of shaking hands has always been more than a polite greeting. In Urdu literature, especially in humorous writing, this greeting has been … Read more
Days of Imprisonment have always carried deeper meanings than mere personal suffering. Across history, prisons have not only been places of confinement but also arenas where collective consciousness, resistance, and unshakable ideas were forged. For writers, poets, and political activists, jail often sharpened their pens and deepened their vision. This was true for legendary poet … Read more
Interfering in Other Matters may seem like an act of kindness, but history and literature show it often leads to unexpected consequences. Abu’l Fazl Siddiqi’s Urdu story Muft Ki highlights how good intentions can quickly become costly mistakes, reminding us to think twice before stepping into others’ conflicts. The Story Behind the Lesson Interfering in … Read more
Marriage counselling does not always happen in an office with a professional therapist. Sometimes, it begins with the witty comments, sarcastic advice, and bittersweet experiences of married people around us. Young men often wonder why the happiest people suddenly turn into philosophers the moment marriage is mentioned. They will smile at your joy, then quietly … Read more
The Art of Happiness is not just a philosophical idea but a practical necessity of human life. Every culture, every era, and even modern science agrees that a happy person lives longer, healthier, and more meaningful years than one trapped in constant misery. When we smile, laugh, and share joy, we are not simply expressing … Read more
Laugh more or less — this simple choice has a deeper impact on life than most of us realise. Laughter is a universal language, a natural human expression that connects hearts, dissolves barriers, and even eases pain. But like all things in life, it has two sides. While laughter can be a source of joy, … Read more
Married Life Problems are a universal constant, regardless of how modern or technologically advanced the world becomes. Whether it’s the rising cost of groceries, the unpredictable electricity bill, or your wife’s sudden mood swings — the struggle is real. However, when these struggles are narrated with humour, wit, and a hint of sarcasm, they become … Read more
