I was afraid to come to the hostel, especially after hearing about the Kolkata rape case. Such incidents shape our perceptions and make us anxious about safety. Along with this, we carry many expectations about hostel life—how it should feel, what we should get from it. When these expectations are not met, we feel unsettled. Writing things down helps me release some of these expectations. It lowers the pressure and allows me to see the situation more clearly, making space to experience hostel life as it really is.
On Oct 31, 2025 Tatvi Shah wrote :