Pranav Sharma

📚 My Favorite Books & Podcasts That Shaped My PG Life By Pranav Sharma A PG is a chaotic place to live. But in the midst of the shared restrooms, loud hallways, and erratic schedules, I discovered a secret method to remain inspired, sane, and intelligent: books and podcasts. They are now more than just amusement. They are constantly accessible and enlightening, much like silent mentors. These books and podcasts have aided in my mental, emotional, and even creative development throughout my PG career. 📖 Favorite Books: 1. James Clear's Atomic Habits I literally developed my current morning and evening routines thanks to this book. It describes how little behaviors add up over time and offers helpful advice on how to modify behavior, even if you live in a tiny, noisy room with no personal space. 🧠 Lesson Learned: Pay attention to systems rather than just objectives. 2. Cal Newport's Deep Work Distractions abound in PGs. I learned from this book how to safe...

🤖 Top AI Tools That Help Me Stay Productive in PG Life By Pranav Sharma With noisy roommates, unexpected power outages, shared Wi-Fi, and chaotic kitchens, PG life can be unpredictable. But because of some amazing AI tools, I've been able to remain organized, productive, and even somewhat creative in spite of everything. These are not just any apps; they are tools that I use on a weekly basis to accomplish tasks, maintain focus, and even expand my blog portfolio (yes, including this one!). 🧠 1. My Thinking Partner, ChatGPT For creating blog headlines and outlines To make difficult subjects easier to understand Even to organize routines or meals when I'm feeling stuck 📌 Bonus: Just having a "virtual" chat with an AI helps me decompress when I'm feeling overwhelmed or confused. It's similar to brainstorming with a never-tired person. 🗂️ 2. Notion AI: A Life Organizer, Notes, and Tasks I keep my blog idea bank up to date using Notion...

The Daily Routine That Keeps Me Grounded in PG Life By Pranav Sharma My days were wild when I initially moved into my PG. Most of the time, I would wake up minutes before I had to go, skip breakfast, and feel mentally hazy. Although it requires discipline, living away from home offers a new type of independence. I've discovered over time that even small routines, particularly in the morning and evening, may have a significant impact on my level of productivity, calmness, and attention. Here are a few minor routines that help me maintain equilibrium in a shared living environment; they may also help you establish your rhythm. Morning Routine: Getting the Day Started with a Goal ⏰ 7:30 A.M: Awaken, but refrain from scrolling As soon as I opened my eyes, I used to check my phone. I now give myself ten minutes to remain motionless. No screens. simply grounding myself, breathing, and stretching. 🪥 7:40 AM: Rapid Hydration + Hygiene I had a large glass of water, brushed m...

  What If Death Wasn’t Scary? By Pranav Sharma Have you ever thought why death scares us so much? It’s not just the thought of losing everything we love or the idea of physical pain, but those are part of it, yes. But the deeper fear is something more primal: we simply don’t know what comes next . Every religion, philosophy, and science tries to answer the question in its own way. Some say there’s heaven, others speak of reincarnation, some of eternal nothingness. But none of it is certain. And that not knowing is what feeds our deepest anxiety. But imagine this: what if we had clarity? What if we knew what came after death—whatever it was—with total certainty? Wouldn’t that change everything? The Root of Fear: Uncertainty Uncertainty triggers anxiety in all areas of life. Think about it: Waiting for the medical test result gives us more anxiety than the bad news. Not knowing if someone loves you always hurts more than the breakup. Being lost somewhere unknown is scarier than ...

  Moving into a PG for the first time? Here are 10 essential things you must know before choosing your paying guest accommodation, from Wi-Fi issues to roommate tips and food quality. Avoid common PG mistakes and find your perfect stay! 1. “Fully Furnished” Doesn’t Mean Fully Functional Beds may squeak, cupboards may be broken, and fans might sound like helicopters — always check everything in person. 2. Wi-Fi Isn’t Always as ‘Included’ as They Say Yes, the PG might promise free Wi-Fi, but is it fast? Is it stable? If you study or work online, test the connection beforehand, or be ready for endless buffering and dropped Zoom calls. 3. Roommates Can Make or Break Your Experience One awesome roommate is an infinite awesome memories but one terrible will be thedaily stress. Try to meet them before committing and get to know them 4. Food Quality Varies Wildly Some PGs offer homemade food, others serve oil-soaked ready to hospitalise disasters. Ask current tenants and taste the food if ...

  Living in a Paying Guest (PG) apartment can be an exciting experience, offering a blend of independence and community. However, maintaining harmony in a PG requires some consideration and etiquette. Even if you are a seasoned PG resident or new, here is a guide to help you navigate the do's and don'ts of living in a PG apartment. Do’s Communicate Openly Good communication is the key to a smooth living experience. If staying with a roommate, always communicate about cleanliness, guests, and shared expenses early on. These should be the ground rules that you both set up at the start. Do Respect Quiet Hours You start living outside your home for studies, so respect the quiet hours, i.e, studying times for others also. Always remember if you don’t want to be disturbed while concentrating, there will be others also who want the peace. Do Label Your Stuff In the shared PG, always label your stuff to not to mix them up with others' good and this thing is required in the kitchen....