Mohini Kundu

Learning as I go

  • Baby Teeth and Impermanence

    A new year is a guaranteed reset on weekly writing goals, right? In my defense, I had a baby—and looking back at my previous writings, what I’ve been up to is still in line with my original intention: to live more presently and inch my way closer to a feeling of purpose. Having a child, Continue reading

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  • Lessons From a Death Doula

    Lessons From a Death Doula

    I clicked on Alua Arthur’s TED Talk because, earlier this year, my anxiety around mortality was at a fever pitch and I was looking for some comfort. Her talk was titled, “Why Thinking About Death Helps You Live a Better Life.” What followed was not just wisdom about confronting and embracing our mortality; Arthur also Continue reading

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  • Why I’m Grateful for Regret

    Last month I read a book about regret, and now I’m no longer sure I have any. At the very least, my perspective has changed from viewing regret as something to be avoided at all costs to an undeniably useful human trait. This was likely Daniel H. Pink’s intention when he authored the book The Continue reading

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  • Hello, and Welcome

    Hi, my name is Mohini. I’ve been on a journey for the past several years that many would refer to as a “personal growth journey.” I dislike this phrase intensely because of the imagery it connotes. I’ll admit, I have been frequenting coffee shops and reading self help books, but in the simplest terms, I’ve Continue reading