243.

 Day 11

The two way image seems to face me and also turn away

Is someone arriving or already gone today ?

✍️©️ Priyanka Kamath 

@⁨~Vipin V. Kamble⁩

243. Story - Kindness isn't weakness

Review 

Dear Priyanka, @⁨Priyanka Kamath⁩ 

What a relatable and compelling narrative you’ve shared!

The opening instantly sets the scene — your cordial, smiling self contrasted against Mustafa’s bluntness feels painfully real. The simple act of holding the door, and the lack of acknowledgment, carries a quiet emotional weight that many readers will connect with.

The story unfolds smoothly, moving from a normal office morning into a subtle assertion of self-respect, and then — that calm yet firm response! It was unexpected yet perfectly fitting. The way you maintained professionalism while giving “a bit of his own medicine” keeps the tension alive and makes the moral hit even harder.

I especially liked:

The moral: “Kindness should never be mistaken for weakness, and sometimes quiet firmness speaks the loudest.” — powerful, thought-provoking, and memorable.

The pacing: from greeting → dismissal → calm response. It reads like a short, impactful life lesson.

A small suggestion: You could consider adding a tiny glimpse of your internal thought or emotion when Mustafa dismisses you — it could heighten reader empathy and make the scene even more immersive.

Overall, “Kindness Isn’t Weakness” is a strong, professional, and relatable piece. It takes a simple office moment and turns it into a lesson on respect, boundaries, and quiet strength.

With appreciation,

~ Shivangi

Powerful thought❤️

You handled a difficult situation gracefully and professionally, while sticking to your ground. It takes a lot of emotional intelligence to stay calm and deliver a strong message without escalating the conflict.

Highlighted a valuable lesson that kindness doesn’t mean giving in to others. It’s about keeping your cool and setting boundaries when others mistake your good nature for weakness, is commendable ❤️

Keep writing 

Keep shining ❤️

Kindness Isn’t Weakness

I’m usually the one with a smiling face in the office—always cordial, always kind. But sometimes, I feel that this goodness gets taken for granted.

This morning, as I entered the office, Mustafa was right behind me. Out of courtesy, I held the door open for him and greeted him with a warm “Good morning.” His response? Not a smile, not even a nod—just a blunt, “What is the status of the turbo invoice?”

I get it, we’re professionals and work conversations matter. But I’m not an AI. A simple greeting or smile doesn’t cost anything. Considering I wasn’t even at my desk yet, his approach felt dismissive and a bit mean.

Usually, I don’t speak up in such situations. But today, I did. I told him to send me an email. For someone who is “too professional” to even exchange a greeting, email feels like the right medium. I didn’t argue or raise my voice—I just gave him a bit of his own medicine, calmly.

Moral: Kindness should never be mistaken for weakness, and sometimes quiet firmness speaks the loudest.

242.

 Day 08

The fog before my eyes hides God from view,

But clearing my clutter reveals the path true.

✍️©️ Priyanka Kamath 

@⁨~Vipin V. Kamble⁩

241. Word Sword

 Word Sword*

Review-Awesome ❤️

A beautiful portrayal of the power of language and its impact on personal relationships, especially with in-laws, with a catchy title. The journey from the “sweetest” flattery to the “hurtful” flattery is effectively depicted and the harsh truth that words can cause wounds that even “forgiveness” cannot heal is revealed. The various uses of words—flattery, candor and diplomacy—are beautifully categorised and the conclusion is that diplomacy is the most challenging but valuable skill in managing relationships. It is a reminder that even though physical wounds heal, the “sharp feeling” of words can linger for a long time, making their careful use a vital life skill.❤️

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At times I am too sweet with word

When angry I can be bitter and absurd

There are three categories of words

One is being too direct with zero flattering 

Other is completely buttering 

Final one- word diplomatically uttering 

Words, like arrows ,when too direct 

Diplomatic words has scope to further disect

As my alliance was fixed I was too sweet to my in-laws

And then slowly I started finding flaws

From being happy to being grumpy bee

My word play too faced its own journey

There was a time when I was hurtful to my in-laws as my words kicks it 

I realised my mistake but a sorry couldn't fix it 

I may do 99 good things and well wished 

But it's human nature to remember 1 that was missed

So visible wounds can still heal 

But words has sharper feel

Now we speak , smile and have a good time 

I only hope that with time they feel fine 

out of word play the most easiest is to flatter 

Being honest needs solid heart as choice of words also matter 

The most challenging category is being diplomatic 

As this quality will help me sustain any situation that can be problematic 

Word is a valuable skill 

If not used wisely it has potential to relations kill !!!

✍️©️ Priyanka Kamath 

09/09/2025

240

 

I see Lord Shiva in deep meditation, divine and bright,

A halo of stardust, a radiant, illuminating light

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239.

 

Day 6

Today I felt healed, my heart turned light,

Like a rainbow fresh after rain so bright. 🌈

✍️©️ Priyanka Kamath 

@⁨~Vipin V. Kamble⁩

238

 Day 5

While one complain about comforts with endless entitlement,

Cactus 🌵 survives with bare minimum requirement !!!

✍️©️ Priyanka Kamath 

@⁨~Vipin V. Kamble⁩