One guiding principle that shapes my life is the importance of working diligently in silence and allowing one's achievements and successes to speak for themselves. This belief is deeply rooted in my faith in the concept of "nazar," or the "evil eye." As superstitious as it may sound, I genuinely hold the belief that discussing my accomplishments, ongoing projects, or future plans prematurely often leads to their failure. It's as if such discussions bring about an unfortunate "jinx." Therefore, I advocate for sharing one's achievements and endeavors only after they have been successfully completed. This way, there is substance to the conversation, rather than empty boasting.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Nainika Mukherjee's unwavering dedication to Kathak has been her path to remarkable achievements. She's earned Diploma Hons. and Post Diploma (with distinction) under the guidance of Guru Pt. Rajendra Gangani ji at Kathak Kendra in 2019 and 2021, respectively. Nainika's passion extends beyond dance as she has explored Dance Movement Therapy at Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai, while simultaneously pursuing an MA in Psychology, specializing in counseling at Indira Gandhi National Open University. Beyond academics, Nainika actively contributes to the Kathak community by assisting her first Guru, Smt. Swati Sinha, at Sampada Kathak Studio, and conducts enriching Dance Movement Therapy sessions and workshops.
Nainika Mukherjee's unwavering dedication to Kathak has been her path to remarkable achievements. She's earned Diploma Hons. and Post Diploma (with distinction) under the guidance of Guru Pt. Rajendra Gangani ji at Kathak Kendra in 2019 and 2021, respectively. Nainika's passion extends beyond dance as she has explored Dance Movement Therapy at Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai, while simultaneously pursuing an MA in Psychology, specializing in counseling at Indira Gandhi National Open University. Beyond academics, Nainika actively contributes to the Kathak community by assisting her first Guru, Smt. Swati Sinha, at Sampada Kathak Studio, and conducts enriching Dance Movement Therapy sessions and workshops.
