Strangely, I don’t find the notion of death completely frightening. If anything, it reminds me how precious time is. It underscores the importance of my existence—at least to me.
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Namaste!
I’m Pratap – a physics PhD from India currently living in New York city as a postdoc researcher. I am a curious traveler on life’s wonderfully absurd journey, striving to make most out of my brief existence in the world!
This little corner of the internet is where I share my musings, reflections, and the occasional deep thought. Think of it as my personal campfire where I gather my thoughts and share stories.
If you’ve got a moment, feel free to dive into my posts. 😊 I’d love to hear your thoughts along the way.
Here’s to the beautiful randomness of life! 🥂
Oh yes, before I forget, some of the posts are originally in Bengali, my mother tongue. If you wish, you can change the language from the menu.
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Art, AI, and Authenticity: Reflecting on AI-Assisted Writing
Painting once amazed with its lifelike details, yet now a simple phone can capture more realism. It's not the tool that matters—it's the artist's eye. From art to AI-assisted writing, it’s the human skill behind the tool that sparks true awe. And in every era new technology shifts how we[...]Read More
Can ChatGPT, the ‘Dumbest Superintelligence,’ Win a Nobel Prize?
Give a human 1% of ChatGPT's knowledge, they'd be swimming in Nobels. Yet this AI genius is stuck as a glorified tutor. But what if this AI Einstein could actually generate new ideas? What if creativity is just systematic exploration, something AI could master? Buckle up.
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A Plea for a Life Well Lived
We are a miracle of consciousness, yet often trapped in a system that prioritizes profit over people. We chase fleeting shadows instead of savoring our brief existence. It's time to break free, reclaim our time, and create a world where everyone can thrive.
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My manifesto for living
Question everything to forge your own path; with finite time, create your own meaning beyond outdated norms and fleeting happiness.
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I wish I could share a few more meals with my father through this ritual
A son's journey through loss, faith, and the rituals that bridge the gap between worlds. Are the rituals pointless? Or are they solace carefully designed by ancient wisdom?
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