Jyoti’s writing is episodic and devoid of a buildup that leads one gently to the scene of action. She believes in word economy and prefers to mince no words before posing tough and thought-provoking questions. During our writing sessions, we often refer to it as the ‘true essence’ of a long discussion that usually preceded or followed Jyoti’s attempt. She has the uncanny ability to express the core of the matter.
For instance, the deceptively simple piece, describing an ordinary snapshot of family life, has within its folds several probing questions about submission, balance and conditioning. It manages to illustrate how parents are role models for children through their actions, albeit unknowingly. Nothing escapes a child’s emotional receivers when they connect with a parent.
As you read through the seemingly simple episode, explore the voice, depth and dimension. It demonstrates to a writer how sometimes, seemingly simple sentences hold the essence of truth that emerges after a lot of soul-searching.