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All Things Kohima | What You Need to Know About the Cosmopolitan District of Nagaland

Image from  @Viyie_vikuophre   Pause here for a moment if you’re curious to learn about Kohima from a native’s perspective. The capital of Nagaland never ceases to intrigue her neighbours, travellers, and people from across the globe. I came up with this article after seeing several Kohima-related questions on the internet, and as a way to stay in tune with my roots.  Discover the answers to Kohima's most frequently asked questions below.  Where Is Kohima? Kohima is nestled in the hills of Nagaland, one of the Northeastern states of India. Home to the Angami Naga tribe , the region is situated on Mt. Japfü’s foothills which form a part of the Barail mountain range. In 1963, with Nagaland obtaining statehood, Kohima gained official recognition as her capital.  Which Language Is Spoken in Kohima? The major language of Kohima’s indigenous natives, the Angami Nagas is called Tenyidie. However, since Nagaland’s capital is home to several tribes and communities, Naga...

9 Ways That Help Me Cope With Life in My 20s

Some time ago, I found myself googling how to live a happy life in my 20s. While I have yet to uncover the secret to permanent happiness, I found immense inner peace in the things I’m sharing below.  Life in your 20s brings the highest highs, a mountain load of anxiety, and unprecedented lessons — all of which you deal with alone. I realised that my mid-20s were nothing like what my teen self envisioned. This volatile phase of life can take a huge toll on your mental health . The excitement of independence, family troubles that weigh you down, the stress of starting a new job, workplace toxicity, and experiencing burnout to being broke? Been there! With my late 20s around the corner and after taking some massive curveballs from life, I’ve begun to pay attention to my mental health and self-growth.  Unexpectedly and although it varies among individuals, some seemingly mundane things offer a sense of fulfilment. Once you’re happy and content, facing new challenges gets easier....