As we race through adulthood, the innocent games of our youth fade into the background, often overlooked until they're nothing but wisps of memory. This reflection delves into that swift transition where carefree days give way to the demands of life.

Boredom is not an enemy but a friend. It helps rebalance the nervous system and calms anxiety. Allowing the mind to rest and process thoughts is crucial for mental well-being. Boredom also sparks imagination and creativity. Embracing idle moments can lead to new ideas and a more peaceful self. Try letting boredom in for clarity and peace of mind.

Scrolling through endless short videos can really numb us emotionally. It's like our brains get overloaded, and we only have shallow reactions instead of deep feelings. This constant stream of info makes it tough to truly connect with anything or anyone. We need to deliberately slow down, really soak in each moment, to get our emotional capacity back.

Fourteen years after India claimed its independence, Goa finally breathed free air. Centuries spent under Portuguese grip forged a unique spirit among the Goans, galvanized by the visionary Ram Manohar Lohia’s call for resistance. Goan revolutionaries faced persecution and isolation, yet their resolve never waned.

In this unforgettable episode of The Slow Interview, Neelesh Misra sits down with one of India’s most loved actors, Pankaj Tripathi. Known for his effortless performances in films like Gangs of Wasseypur, Stree, Newton, Masaan, Luka Chuppi and the Fukrey series, Pankaj Tripathi has carved a space in Indian cinema that is uniquely his own.But this conversation goes beyond films.Here, Pankaj Tripathi opens the doors to his childhood, his small-town memories, his family, his craft, and the quiet philosophies that guide his life. He speaks of the “छोटा सा शहर” that still lives within him, the lessons it continues to teach him, and how those roots shape the man he is today.He reflects on fame, simplicity, and responsibility with a rare honesty, saying, “As actors, we should not run away from our social responsibilities. Performing our duties honestly towards our nation… that itself is patriotism.”In this slow, thoughtful exchange, he even reveals a lesser-known side of himself — that he is a storyteller at heart, someone who can direct films and weave narratives with the same ease with which he performs them.This interview is more than a conversation.It is a gentle walk through memories, art, conscience and the small-town warmth that Pankaj Tripathi carries wherever he goes.बात बेबात पे अपनी ही बात कहता हैमेरे अंदर मेरा छोटा सा शहर रहता हैCome, listen to stories told slowly, the way they’re meant to be told.

Your beloved storyteller Neelesh Misra’s father, Dr. S B Misra is our young boy from this story. He grew up in the small village of Deora in Lucknow and walked miles to reach his school. He was lucky enough to receive the higher education he wished for, eventually became a geologist, and even excavated a fossil- the Fractofusus Misrai during his career.

Meri Mummy Ka Gaana- Dadi Cool is a traditional folk song rooted in the sounds of early learning "Ka Kha Ga" the first steps into language and understanding.Sung by Mrs. Nirmala Misra, former principal of Bhartiya Gramin Vidyalay, the song carries the voice of someone who did not just believe in education, but truly lived it. The school itself was a shared dream, built and nurtured by her and Dr. S B Misra (Neelesh Misra's parents), reflecting their commitment to learning, community and values.Conceptualised by Neelesh Misra under The Slow Movement, the song is not about absence or denial, but about continuity. It shows how education flows from classrooms to homes, from teachers to children and from one generation to the next. Gentle, rooted and deeply personal, Ka Kha Ga becomes a celebration of teaching as a lifelong act of care.