Saturday, 1 November 2025

Sarkeet (2025)

 Aren't we all lost stars waiting to shine? 

Reflection
Ideally, it is difficult to bind people together with super glue. But, with a child on one side, it wouldn't be unreasonable to bet against the odds. 

Movie Details

Name & Year: Sarkeet & 2025 
Director: Thamar K. V.
Producer: Vinayaka Ajith 
Writer: Thamar K. V.    
Music: Govind Vasantha
Cinematographer: Aeyaz
Editor: Sangeeth Prathap
Genres: Family Drama  
Country: India   
Language: Malayalam 

Movie Plot
The story revolves around a Malayali couple living in the UAE, who struggle to raise their son diagnosed with ADHD. Their lives intersect with an unemployed man facing his own challenges.

Movie Trailer

Movie and Trailer Credits: Original creators, writers and artists for creating 'Sarkeet'. 

Post Sources
Movie Poster: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Sarkeet_poster.jpg
Movie Details: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sarkeet
Movie Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vFRKz019F7U

With Hope.
 

Reference Books on Epilepsy|Seizure

 ðŸ“š A good collection of Reference Books on Epilepsy|Seizure Disorders for Parents, Children and Special Educators.  

To download the reference books as a PDF file, please click on the following links:

1. Lee, the Rabbit with Epilepsy by Deborah M. Moss|Illustrated by Carol Schwartz|Published by Woodbine House|1989      
'Lee, the Rabbit with Epilepsy' introduces a new series of 'Special-Needs Books just for Children'. The book tells the story of Lee and her family as they face the challenges of epilepsy. Published with the hope that the story of Lee will increase everyone’s understanding of epilepsy, and will encourage children who have seizures to pursue their dreams despite their condition. The story of Lee reassures the entire family with a positive, yet realistic look at epilepsy.

2. Taking Seizure Disorders to School - A Story About Epilepsy by Kim Gosselin|Illustrated by Moss Freedman|Published by JayJo Books|1996
Written with the hope that perhaps, someday, the world and those within it will shed a little understanding and acceptance on those not so fortunate. Taking Seizure Disorders to School was designed to be read aloud in the child's classroom and is dedicated to all children living with seizure disorders. 

3.Growing Up with Epilepsy - A Practical Guide for Parents by Lynn Bennett Blackburn|Demos Medical Publishing|2003 
The goal of Growing Up with Epilepsy is to provide parents an owner’s manual to negotiate the unique challenges of childhood epilepsy. This book has been organized with the busy parent in mind. The first four chapters are a “must read” for every parent. They provide the basic tools for understanding epilepsy, behavior management, and school programming. [Age Groups Covered: New Born - Adolescence] 

4. Living Well with Epilepsy by Robert J. Gumnit (Clinical Professor of Neurology and Neurosurgery, University of Minnesota)|Demos Vermande|1997  
Written with the hope to provide people with seizures and those who share the adventure of life with them the information and outlook necessary to live successfully with epilepsy. To help them take charge of their lives and to venture boldly into new experiences. It is not the limitations that life has placed on them, but the strengths and resources that they possess that will determine who they become. [Age Groups Covered: Adolescence - Old Age|A technical guidebook for parents and care givers]

Appendix A of Living Well with Epilepsy: Advice on 'How to Help when Someone has a Seizure' by MINCEP  


To acknowledge and support the efforts put in by the authors, experts, contributors, editors, illustrators, publishers, and organizations, please remember to credit and quote the requisite reference books used by you in your work and publications (like projects, lectures, presentations, podcasts, write-ups, research papers, and books).  

Sources/Credits

+ God, Family, Friends, Students, Fellow Educators and Parents. 
+ Authors, Experts, Parents, Children, Educators, Organizations and Publishers of the Books:
1. Lee, the Rabbit with Epilepsy by Deborah M. Moss|Illustrated by Carol Schwartz|Published by Woodbine House (1989)
2. Taking Seizure Disorders to School - A Story About Epilepsy by Kim Gosselin|Illustrated by Moss Freedman|Published by JayJo Books (1996)
3. Growing Up with Epilepsy - A Practical Guide for Parents by Lynn Bennett Blackburn|Demos Medical Publishing (2003)
4. Living Well with Epilepsy by Robert J. Gumnit (Clinical Professor of Neurology and Neurosurgery, University of Minnesota)|Demos Vermande|1997  

With Hope.

Boredom Fuels Creativity*

Do you struggle with the puzzling "Mom/Dad, I'm bored!"? 
What if we told you that boredom is actually one of the most powerful tools to unleash our creativity? 

 

This video is an essential guide for every parent and teacher who wants to unlock true creativity and problem-solving skills in children and students: 
+ Discover how to respond constructively when your child says, "I'm bored," turning that moment into an opportunity to build resourcefulness and creativity together.
+ Dive into the fascinating science of boredom and understand how the Brain’s Default Mode Network (DMN) activates regions in the Brain associated with self-reflection, critical thinking and innovation. 
 

Please Remember: Finding a good balance, an optimal mix of both online and offline engagements or activities (a time to work, a time to rest, a time to play, a time to wonder, a time to learn, a time to eat, a time to discuss and share ...) holds the key to living a meaningful and productive life. It is tough, try not to be too harsh on yourself, rest assured one small step at a time will  prove good enough in the long run.    

I am sure there are Parents and Teachers out there who have tackled the "I am bored!" scenario constructively, in ways I cannot think of, putting their insights and creativity on the line. Please lend us a helping hand by sharing your ideas or experience with us in the comments and guiding fellow parents searching for ways to convert challenges into opportunities. 

Sources|Credits:
+ God, Family, Friends, Students, Fellow Educators and Parents. 
+ Article by Sidhi Kapoor with Inputs from Parents (Ishinna B Sadana, Vani M Dhall, Deepti Chhabra and Simran Taneja)| Times of India (September 22, 2025). 
+ You Need to Be Bored. Here's Why?|Professor Arthur C. Brooks| Harvard Business Review 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orQKfIXMiA8 
Video Synopsis: Boredom isn’t a bug—it’s a feature. Harvard professor Arthur C. Brooks explains why boredom unlocks creativity, activates a powerful brain network, and might even protect you from depression. Learn how the mind wanders—and why that’s a very good thing.
+ BGM: Created on https://www.soundful.com 

With Hope.