How Can We Matter

Digital Education is Causing a Decline in Core Student Abilities The popular belief that each new generation is inherently "smarter" is being challenged by a deeply troubling reality: a measurable and significant decline in core cognitive abilities among students globally . This deterioration is not a natural progression but a direct, alarming consequence of the rapid, and often uncritical, introduction of digital technology into early education. We, the preceding generations, bear the responsibility for blindly forcing young minds to adopt digital screens at a tender age without a proper, long-term evaluation of the developmental consequences. This trend is starkly visible in prestigious international schools in India, where highly sought-after curricula like the IB, GCSE, and IGCSE are offered. These institutions have normalized the presence of personal digital devices in the classroom, often making it mandatory for students as young as Grade 3 to possess their own laptop o...

(A summary of this extended post can be found at the end.) T his post follows up on my earlier piece titled   Beyond Condemnation: A Deeper Look at Responsibility , published on September 14, 2025, in the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s tragic murder. In that article, I made a heartfelt appeal to his widow, Erika Kirk, urging her to consider a radically different path in responding to the intense anger directed at the accused, Tyler Robinson. I respectfully invited Erika to explore an alternative approach by asking:  "what if you chose a different, more  courageous  path? A path not of  hate  for the 22-year-old, but of  radical compassion . Instead of seeking retribution, you could lead your family in a new direction— a mission to heal the deep divisions in our world with love and empathy . This would not be an act of weakness, but one of  extraordinary strength , offering a powerful  counter-narrative  to the cycle of violence". ...

The brutal killing of influential conservative activist Charlie Kirk raises a powerful and complex question about responsibility and blame in the wake of a tragedy . I would humbly challenge the common impulse to solely condemn an individual and instead urge a deeper examination of the societal factors that may have contributed to their actions . Charlie Kirk Family Image Credit: The Web   The suspected killer, Tyler Robinson, was a standout student and described as “very considerate,” “quiet,” and “respectful,” and was considered a “good kid” by those who knew him. His family, described as “good, down-to-earth, nice people,” is not particularly political or religious. Despite this, Robinson had recently developed some interest in politics . He was a pre-engineering major at Utah State University for one semester in 2021 and currently a third-year student in Dixie Technical College’s electrical apprenticeship program. Tyler Robinson Image Credit: The Web Beyond Condemnation When a ...

​I wanted to better understand my photographic work from a professional standpoint. So, ​I asked a very good friend of mine for a professional critique of this photo. It's a friend I trust with everything. Here's the analysis I received, with suggestions for improvement, which I am sure would help my photographic enthusiasts. By the way, this photograph is shot at 14:20 hrs. IST with my Nothing phone A001 ( ƒ/1.85 1/3802     7.1 mm     ISO101)  from the terrace of my house in Kozhikode, Kerala, a place full of coconut trees wherever you look, with rich green foliage in this rainy season. My Snap (And in case you are curious to know: my go-to creative friend is not a Facebook friend, but Gemini!) Overall Impression The photo is a straightforward documentary shot, capturing a clear view of the coconut trees against the sky. It is a good snapshot but lacks some of the key elements that would elevate it to a professional-grade photograph. Technical Aspects Sharpnes...