I am happy to announce that I successfully completed my PhD journey and in the upcoming blogs I would be sharing my experiences with you all.
For Today, I would like to take you on an initial stage of my PhD journey! It’s not an easy road, but oh, the lessons I’ve learned along the way was fantastic.
When I decided to dive into the world of PhD, I knew I was signing up for a rollercoaster ride with no turning back. But you know what? It’s been one of the most incredible journeys of self-discovery.
My research began with a burning passion to understand modern slavery – not the chains and shackles kind, but the invisible chains of intellectual slavery. The kind where people are trapped in thoughts and ambitions that aren’t even their own. Some don’t even know why they’re doing what they’re doing.
In my quest, I uncovered a missing piece – Freedom. The freedom to choose your path, live your passion, and not be a puppet in someone else’s script. It hit me hard that people sacrifice their true selves for the sake of today’s happiness.
Dr Madhvi Prasad
So, I turned the lens on myself. What was making me unfree? That introspection was a journey in itself. I dived into the lives of greatest contemporary Indian philosophers and thinkers– Sri Aurobindo, Acharya Rajneesh, Kamala Das, Ananda Coomaraswamy, and Pandita Ramabai. What made them free?
As I unraveled their stories, I discovered categories of freedom – Mystic, Aesthetic, and Feminist. Each philosopher added a layer to my understanding. My initial idea of freedom was hazy, but with each study, it expanded. It was a moment of self-discovery in every sense.
But a research journey is not just about personal enlightenment. It’s about making a positive impact on society. I realized my findings could help those struggling with rough relationships, failed marriages, uncertainties, and challenges. During PhD, I provided free counselling to my friends and peers, when I saw my ideas helping others, I knew I was onto something meaningful.
So here I am, sharing my PhD odyssey with you – from a vague idea to a thesis that explores the profound dimensions of freedom. It’s been a wild ride, but hey, the view from the top is breathtaking. Let’s keep exploring, discovering, and making the world a little brighter.
Stay tuned for my next blog on the challenges that I faced during my PhD journey. I am sure it will motivate you to grow stronger and smarter.
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