Sagarika Deka

Sagarika Deka is an 18-year-old from Guwahati, Assam, India who loves to express herself creatively- engaging in writing, drawing, and music from a young age. Sagarika is currently in her final year of high school, and impressively is already a spoken word performer and public speaker- engaging in topics from feminism, women’s empowerment, equality and representation for all. Through these mediums, Sagarika hopes to manifest change in her and greater society.

5 MINUTES WITH SAGARIKA;

1. Who were you named after?

I was named after the ocean, my name means (born from) the ocean.

2. What was the first item you splurged on and what age?

It was probably food- I can spend a lot of money on food. I am a serious food lover.

3. What book are you in the middle of (or last read)?

Kite Runner by Khaled Hossesini.

4. What is your favourite space to be in?

My room.

5. What is your favorite food?

Burgers.

6. What's in your bag right now?

Phone, books, money, water.

7. What does a typical day in your life look like?

A typical day in my life starts with a good breakfast, then classes which I have to attend, hopefully, some social time, studying and then I like to end my day with some family time and writing, drawing and/ or reading.

8. Chocolate - milk, dark or white?

I love dark chocolate. Some might not like that because it’s bitter, but I like the taste and it’s highly nutritious so love me some dark chocolates.

9. Where did you grow up? Tell us a bit about it...

I was born and brought up in Guwahati, Assam. Assam is a very beautiful state in India, filled with forests and breathtaking mountains. Culturally speaking, art, storytelling and songs are given a lot of importance. So it’s not surprising that it’s filled with warm-hearted and friendly people too.

10. Who is your fave blogger/ writer and why?

My favourite writer is Khaled Hossesini. Who fictional writing is amazing, but also deeply nuanced.

11. What makes you feel beautiful?

I feel every soul is beautiful in their original form. I feel confidence is something which makes me feel beautiful- one's confidence is defining, but at the same time you being you is the most important thing. Being yourself and loving yourself is beautiful.

12. If you could take one person to a deserted island - who do you take?

I guess I will take my best friend because after my parents I feel its only her whom I can trust going into an unknown place.

13. Your all-time favourite piece of clothing?

I am a person who is madly obsessed with comfortable clothes- loose pants and t-shirts are just my mood.

14.  One word you'd use to describe yourself...

Dreamer.

15. Do you have a hobby?

Art, singing, writing, playing music and also just sitting.

16. Where do you see yourself in 20 years?

I don't really see myself in 20 years becuase I prefer to focus on the flow of the now- I like to move without plans and try accept all opportunities, whether small or big. But I guess if I think about it, I would love to see myself as a successful practicioner in the fields of medicine, literature and creative arts and any other field I choose to engage in. So, I hope to see myself move forward with a lot of positivity and growth.

17. What drives you as a person?

I guess my parents and their love is something that drives me to work every day with full focus and potential.

18. Kate or Meghan?

Meghan Markle.

For more information on Sagarika you can read her featured work at Wrapt, or at her blog. To get in contact with Sagarika you can follow her on instagram or contact her via her email sagarikadeka30@gmail.com