“21 Messages – Tiny Motivations” – A Spark of Joy in Every Thought
Some books come like a breeze—light, refreshing, and quietly powerful. 21 Messages – Tiny Motivations by Akarsha Alapati is exactly that: a charming collection of reflections, inspirations, and thought nudges designed to uplift, awaken, and nudge us gently toward introspection.
Written in spontaneous bursts during emotionally charged moments, 21 Messages is more than a book—it’s a companion. Akarsha describes the experience of writing it as a series of sparks: “These were my real moments—times when inspiration hit me suddenly, and I just wrote. I realized it would be foolish to let them disappear. Sharing them meant doubling the joy.”
Each of the 21 short passages is a bite-sized window into the way we feel, think, and grow—making it the perfect pick-me-up on a low day or a thoughtful gift for someone who might need encouragement. From reflections on why we gravitate toward our favorite things to insights on how our minds mirror our worlds, the book touches on self-awareness, joy, creativity, and resilience.
Recipient of the 21st Century Emily Dickinson Award, Akarsha’s voice is candid, warm, and intuitive. She doesn’t preach—she shares. She doesn’t instruct—she invites. The book has been praised as “a mirror held up gently, encouraging you to look within without judgment.”
Based in Hyderabad, India, Akarsha Alapati is a true multi-hyphenate—a writer, technical expert, patent holder, ex-IBMer, and budding filmmaker. Her creative spirit shines through her startup DHAMMAA TALES, which aims to foster talent and storytelling through cinema. Alongside her impressive credentials—including a few IBM patents, short film awards, a Social Media Impact Award, and top recognition in the I for Idea Hackathon—she brings a grounded, heartfelt energy to everything she does.
“Nothing is mundane,” she says, echoing the book’s core philosophy. “If you look closely at your favorite things, there’s so much psychology in why you love them. Life is a kaleidoscope—it’s up to us to see the patterns and colors.”
21 Messages – Tiny Motivations may be a small book in size, but its impact is lasting. With her debut, Akarsha reminds us that we are all reflecting surfaces—and sometimes, all it takes is a well-placed word to light up a dark corner of the soul.
📖 Book Title: 21 Messages – Tiny Motivations
🏆 Award: 21st Century Emily Dickinson Award
📍 From: Hyderabad, India
📷 Instagram: @alapatiakarsha
💻 Website: Dhammatales
