The Social Paathshala

The Social Paathshala

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Located in Mumbai, The Social Paathshala is a new age initiative, providing online technology training to older adults.

We provide a hands-on, practical training. The Social Paathshala believes in building perseverance, patience and empowerment. We provide Digital Education sessions to older adults in the below 3 categories:
- Online Group Sessions
- Individual 1-1 Sessions
- Kitty Party, virtual get-togethers

19/06/2026

Most people still think filling forms online means typing every detail manually.

But browsers are becoming much smarter with AI now.

Google Chrome is testing a new feature that can turn your speech into polished text, making everyday tasks like registrations, emails, and online applications much easier.

What's interesting is that it doesn't just transcribe your words, it can also smooth out pauses, repeated phrases, and filler words - thereby helping your final text look cleaner and more professional.

For parents, grandparents, and anyone who finds typing tedious, features like these could make technology feel a lot more accessible.

At The Social Paathshala, we help 50+ learners master everyday tech with confidence and clarity. DM "Learn" to know more πŸ“©

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17/06/2026

Sometimes, digital empowerment happens in the most unexpected places. β˜•πŸ’›

This week, my favourite cafΓ© in Bandra - Mumbai turned into a digital classroom as I conducted a WhatsApp Storage Session for parents and grandparents.

One participant discovered that WhatsApp alone was using almost 144 GB of storage on her phone and cleared nearly 20 GB during the session. Another learned that WhatsApp has a Storage Management section. Someone else finally understood the difference between KB, MB, and GB.

Moments like these remind me that elders aren't bad at technology. Most of the time, they just need technology explained in a way that makes sense to them.

For a few hours, that café became a space filled with curiosity, confidence, and connection ❀️

Watch till the end β˜•πŸ“±

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16/06/2026

Episode 18 of New Tabs, Old Souls features Viji Venkatesh, a woman who proves that purpose has no retirement age ✨

For decades, Viji has supported cancer patients and their families, helping them find hope during some of life's toughest moments.

She later founded Chai for Cancer, turning a simple cup of chai into a movement for awareness, connection, and support ❀️ She now advocares cancer care, loves to be an actor, takes out time to write, and is even sportingly embracing social media.

Viji continues to reinvent herself and inspire people across generations. Her journey is a reminder that it's never too late to learn something new, start a new chapter, or make a meaningful impact.

New Tabs, Old Souls celebrates seniors who continue to grow, adapt, and build new identities in the digital world.

At The Social Paathshala, our 50+ aged learners are building digital confidence step by step through online and offline classes. Contact +91-9930161538 to enrol for our classes πŸ“±

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Photos from The Social Paathshala's post 13/06/2026

⚠️ Your selfies might expose more than just your face 😳

AI tools can now sharpen high-resolution photos and detect fingerprint details from visible fingertips βœŒοΈπŸ”

Even simple peace sign selfies taken from a distance may reveal biometric patterns that cannot be reset like passwords.

Close-up hand poses, HD portraits, and brightly lit selfies can increase the risk πŸ“Έ

Swipe through the carousel to see which photos are risky and how you can stay safe online and share this with your parents and other elders who may not be aware of such threats βœ…

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11/06/2026

Ever worry that your parents or grandparents might accidentally get their WhatsApp hacked? πŸ€”πŸ“±

Most WhatsApp scams happen because people unknowingly share OTPs or don’t have basic security settings turned on.

That’s why I helped my 61-year-old mother enable one important WhatsApp setting that adds an extra layer of protection to her account. βœ…

It’s called "2-Step Verification".

Even if someone tries to log into your WhatsApp account, they still cannot access it without your secret 6-digit PIN.

Watch this Reel to learn how to enable WhatsApp 2-Step Verification and protect yourself and your family from common scams and account hacks πŸ”’πŸ“±

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09/06/2026

Episode 17 of New Tabs, Old Souls features Ashu Jain, who proves that it’s never too late to rediscover yourself ✨

After years of prioritising family and responsibilities, she decided to choose herself again.

She restarted her studies at age 44 and then went on to complete a PhD from IIT Delhi at age 53, proving that growth has no age limit.

Despite menopause, health challenges, and self doubt, Ashu Jain started her fitness journey with simple morning walks and eventually achieved a podium finish at Bengaluru HYROX recently πŸ’ͺ

What makes her journey inspiring is not just fitness or followers, it’s the mindset behind it. Her content reminds people that reinventing yourself is possible at any stage of life when you choose consistency over excuses and courage over comfort ❀️

New Tabs, Old Souls celebrates seniors who continue to grow, adapt, and build new identities in the digital world.

At The Social Paathshala, our 50+ aged learners are building digital confidence step by step through online and offline classes. Contact +91-9930161538 to enrol for our classes πŸ“±

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Photos from The Social Paathshala's post 06/06/2026

ChatGPT can now fill forms for you πŸ“„βœ…

Just upload the form, add your information, and let ChatGPT do the work!

You can even use voice commands like:
β€œFill my name, address, phone number and email.”

It's perfect for:
βœ… Job applications
βœ… School forms
βœ… Travel documents
βœ… Office paperwork

This is one of the most useful AI features for parents, seniors, and anyone who hates paperwork πŸ™Œ

⚠️ Always double check your details before submitting any form.

Follow for more easy tech tips & AI updates πŸš€

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05/06/2026

From 30 learners to 6,000+ parents and grandparents empowered with technology πŸ“²

What started with a small group of curious learners has grown into a community of thousands of parents and grandparents embracing the digital world with confidence.

πŸ“± Smartphones
πŸ’¬ WhatsApp
πŸ”’ Digital Safety
πŸ€– AI Tools
🌐 Everyday Technology

Every workshop, every question, and every learner has been a part of this journey.

Stay connected, informed, and safe online through The Social Paathshala. DM to know more πŸ“©

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04/06/2026

β€œMahima mera WhatsApp storage baar baar full ho jaata hai.” πŸ“±
This is the one problem that I hear all the time from parents and senior citizens.

- Kaunsi chats sabse zyada storage le rahi hain?
- Forwarded videos kaise delete karein?
- Photos automatically gallery mein save hona kaise band karein?

Watch how our 50+ aged learners started understanding WhatsApp storage step-by-step, in a jargon-less and uncomplicated language. They explored practical, everyday solutions to clean and manage their phone storage confidently.

At The Social Paathshala, we don’t rush:

πŸ“Œ Every doubt is heard
πŸ“Œ Every setting is explained slowly
πŸ“Œ Every learner practices it live in class

πŸ‘‰ DM us to join the next WhatsApp Storage Masterclass

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