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 LOCKDOWN FATIGUE WHAT IS LOCKDOWN FATIGUE? Lockdown fatigue is a term that we hear from all around a lot in these days, and though it is not an actual clinical diagnosis, its something which many of us can relate to. It can manifest in many ways but, in essence, lockdown fatigue refers to the impact of having to deal with the rollercoaster of emotions brought on by covid-19. Routines have been upended, relationships have been strained, financial worries have heightened, and at the same time, we have had to get to grasps with an uncertain future. Lockdown fatigue have hit everyone differently but the overarching feeling is one of exhaustion, a lack of focus, as well as lower motivation. On top of this, some people have also experienced forgetfulness and difficulty concentration( sometimes referred to as brain fog), with some patients even highlighting it as a last effect of long- Covid.  These symptoms are only exacerbated by anxiety and stress, which were on the rise even bef...

BECHDEL TEST In the 21st century, women are running for president, gaining more spots in congress, and advancing in society; however, in film and television, women are still portrayed in stereotypical and discriminatory ways. The Bechdel Test critiques a movie or television series’ portrayal of women. Created by Alison Bechdel in 1985, The Bechdel Test is a measure of female representation in film and television that uses three criteria for evaluating the presence and visibility of strong female characterizations. a way of evaluating whether a film or other work of fiction portrays women in a way that is sexist or characterized by gender stereotyping. To pass the Bechdel test a work must feature at least two women, these women must talk to each other, and their conversation must concern something other than a man. There are variations of the Bechdel Test for other protected groups, such as the DuVernay Test, and the Vito Russo Test.  The Bechdel Test presents three questions: Are t...

  THE ANALYSIS OF FEW FILMS BASED ON THE ESSAY-VISUAL PLEASURE AND NARRATIVE CINEMA (LAURA MULVEY) Mulvey begins her article by reminding readers of the function of women in the patriarchal unconscious according to psychoanalysis: “she first symbolizes the castration threat by her real absence of a penis and, second, thereby raises her child into the symbolic”.  She goes on to explain that “in patriarchal culture [woman stands in] as signifier for the male other, bound by a symbolic order in which man can live out his phantasies and obsessions through linguistic command by imposing them on the silent image of woman still tied to her place as bearer of meaning, not maker of meaning”. She argues that since film is an advanced system of representation (like language and the unconscious), the structure of (mainstream) film reflects and reinforces the prevailing patriarchy which is structured by the desires of man.  The Male Gaze theory, in a nutshell, is where women in th...

 THE BROKEN CHAIN Behind the steep mountains of Kedhra, was the sweet lovely home where Christo lived with his mother Julie. Though there was great poverty, the deep love and sharing between them made them feel comfort and satisfied even in the midst of hunger and thirst. Christo was an excellent student at his academics.  It added a lot of delight to Julie who even went on hunger to save money for Christo. Christo even was well aware of these secret offerings of his beloved mother that he too often sacrificed his deep desires and at times some of his needs also.  One day Christo was so delight to come to home after his schooling.  Because he was rewarded a golden chain by his professionals for his excellence. He was so joyful to bring it to his mother. It was a precious gift not only in its cost and beauty with charming pearls but also with the context to which he received it. His mother was so happy to see his son at excellence. He never used it, rather he kept it ...

IMAGERY WRITING      The waves of the sea crying aloud was heard in the charming shores of the pretty sea who is beautiful even in the peak of darkness and dryness. The heart-breaking cry heard was of the little boy who was struggling to sustain his breath in the horrible, deadly waves. The good-looking gentleman, politely dressed, as attractive as a proudly exposed Eiffel tower although caught with the helpless waving hands of the little boy, tried to change his eyes deliberately from him just like a duck escaping from strangers. But after a while his heart was struck with a touch of repentance and he wept like a little helpless cuckoo bird crying for her mother in her lonely falls. He just got a bottle that flew to him through the slow hands of sea wave. He took the bottle and sighed like a lost runner. He put a paper written with “help” in it and placed it in the seashore as a monument for the helpless and needy, a call to open heart for other’s needs.    

JNCites bounce back to college Bangalore: Students of Jyoti Nivas College we're excited to come back to college after a prolonged lockdown due to pandemic. Though there was the ongoing pandemic, they took all precautions and returned to college. It was interesting to know the experiences of students on being back on campus. Rosmin from 2 nd MEC said, " it was difficult to manage classes as they were scheduled at irregular timings". She prefers offline classes as she can concentrate better and can clarify doubts easily.  "Offline classes are more relaxing", said Merrin from 2 nd PCM. As a student from science she felt it difficult to understand the practicals, while during offline classes she is able to experience things in real and understand better.  " The friendship bond is not the same as before", said Sherin from 3 rd HECOS. She feels hectic during the online classes as they have to sit for a long time. She added that there is a lot of physical and...

  MY HAIKU The joy of my heart where I found my total love filled Jesus ! my loving partner.