Maaz Ahmad
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The Secret Life of Your Smartphone
"BEEP. BEEP. BEEP." Ugh. Here we go again. Every morning, it’s the same routine—my human groans, flails a half-asleep hand in my general direction, and slams a finger on the snooze button. Five more minutes, they beg, as if I’m the one torturing them and not the other way around.
By Maaz Ahmad8 months ago in 01
Silent Threads: Weaving the Unspoken Art of Kindness
Imagine you’re standing at the edge of a bustling train station. Faces blur in motion—luggage wheels clattering, distant laughter, a melody drifting from a street musician’s guitar. Yet in this sea of strangers, a single warm smile reaches you, and the world seems kinder, quieter, more alive. That moment of silent understanding is the magic of unspoken etiquette—small, invisible gestures that bind us, comfort us, and remind us that we’re never truly alone.
By Maaz Ahmad8 months ago in Longevity
You’re Genetically Related to a Banana (No, Seriously! Here’s Why)
You walk into the kitchen, peel a banana, and take a bite. It’s sweet, a little mushy, and maybe even a bit awkwardly curved. But here’s a mind-bending twist: you share roughly 50% of your DNA with that banana. That’s right—half of the genetic recipe that makes you you is also found in the fruit you’re snacking on.
By Maaz Ahmad8 months ago in Education
Speak Fearlessly: How to Conquer Public Speaking Anxiety and Master New Languages
Imagine standing at the edge of a busy stage, your heart pounding like a drum. The crowd waits, silent, as your mind goes blank. The microphone feels like a heavy weight in your hand. This isn’t a nightmare—it’s the fear of public speaking, a dragon that lurks in the hearts of millions. Now, picture another scenario: you’re abroad, trying to order coffee in a language you’ve studied for months. Your tongue trips over unfamiliar sounds, and embarrassment creeps in. What do these two fears have in common? Both stem from the fear of judgment. But don’t worry—this dragon can be tamed. Here’s how to slay it.
By Maaz Ahmad8 months ago in Motivation
The Power of Rituals: Psychological Anchors in a Chaotic World
Imagine waking up to a world with no routines—no morning coffee, no bedtime stories, no weekly family dinners, no sacred prayers. Just an endless stream of unpredictable moments, each demanding a new decision, a fresh response. How long before exhaustion sets in? Before anxiety creeps in like an uninvited guest?
By Maaz Ahmad8 months ago in Longevity
Why Some Days Feel Endless, and Others Fly By"
It was a rainy Monday afternoon when Sara sat by the window of her small apartment, staring at the ticking clock. Only ten minutes had passed, but to her, it felt like hours. Her coffee had gone cold, untouched. The soft hum of city traffic outside didn’t distract her anymore. Her thoughts were louder. Heavier.
By Maaz Ahmad8 months ago in Humans
On the Brink of a Nuclear Shadow: South Asia's Fiery Standoff Between India and Pakistan
The subcontinent of South Asia, a land rich in culture and history, has once again become the focal point of global attention as tensions between India and Pakistan escalate. The two nuclear-armed neighbors, with a history of conflict spanning over seven decades, are once more on the brink of war. The recent military strikes and counterstrikes have reignited fears of a full-scale conflict, raising questions about the causes of this tension, its potential consequences for the two countries, and the broader impact on the region and the world.
By Maaz Ahmad8 months ago in 01
The Distraction-Proof Mind: How to Build Unshakable Creativity and Discipline in a Noisy World
Every artist, writer, and innovator faces the same battle: a world designed to distract them. The phone buzzes. The inbox pings. The endless scroll of social media whispers, Just one more minute. And yet, some people still create. They write books, compose music, build businesses, and master crafts—despite the noise.
By Maaz Ahmad9 months ago in Motivation
Born with Nothing, Built with Everything That Mattered. AI-Generated.
“Some people are born into comfort. Others are born into fire—and they learn how to rise from the ashes.” In a dusty town in India where dreams often faded before they began, he had every reason to give up—poverty, lack of education, and no one cheering for him from the sidelines. But what he did have was something far more powerful than luck or money: a quiet belief that life could be better… if he didn’t stop moving forward.
By Maaz Ahmad9 months ago in Motivation
