As the year unfolds, my reading list keeps growing. I have completed one book and started two others from the list—and now the third book has arrived in my hands. A casual evening chat with a friend turned into a deep philosophical discussion that lasted for hours. That’s the beauty of face-to-face conversations! You can... Continue Reading →
The new year arrived! As if external restrictions are not enough, year-end came with some infections that put me on medicine for the first week of the new year. I managed to write a blog and an article, but the reduced energy made me reflect on the things we often take for granted—like going for... Continue Reading →
The new year is a blank book. The pen is in your hands,it is your chance to write a beautiful story for yourself.Happy New Year! The year 2020, which arrived with a bang, has moved on. Or perhaps, we are the ones moving forward, leaving the year behind! What did we see in the year... Continue Reading →
It's not who you are that holds you backIt's who you think you're not. Hanoch McCarty There are moments when enthusiasm sparks like a firework—you see an opportunity, feel confident, and want to grab it right away. The mind races with ideas, and you are ready to take the plunge. But then, a tiny voice... Continue Reading →
Lonely is not being alone. it's the feeling that no one cares. Have you ever felt lonely even when surrounded by people? Being alone and feeling lonely are two completely different worlds, though they sound similar. Being alone is quite natural if you live by yourself. Many times, people living with family or friends also... Continue Reading →
One evening in the kitchen, I picked up a spoonful of ghee and slowly tasted it, savoring every bit. My daughter noticed and asked why I was eating plain ghee. I told her that whenever I taste the ghee my mother sends, it feels as though I’m back at her home. She laughed and said,... Continue Reading →
A rainy Sunday filled with mundane weekend tasks was weighing me down with the thought that I hadn’t done anything worthwhile. Out of the blue, while surfing the internet, I came across a poem that made my day. Laura wrote it so beautifully that it needs no explanation. It boosted my morale and pulled me... Continue Reading →
To go or not goCan I do it or notDo I have time or notPending tasks are hauntingDuties are boundingWant to go thereBut not able to startSo many reasons to goMany more reasons not to go...How long can I stand here?Legs are in painFeel everything is vainNot able to decideBackward or forward? ---Anitha KC https://www.instagram.com/resonanceoflife/
Why do we get into conflicts? We come across different types of problems with different people. Almost every day, we encounter situations that make us feel angry, upset, or uncomfortable around those we interact with. It could happen with friends, neighbours, parents, spouses, children, colleagues, managers, subordinates, helpers, or even fellow drivers on the road.... Continue Reading →
All our knowledge has its origins in our perceptions. Leonardo da Vinci I came across a small story about a house with a golden window. Quite an interesting story and thought many of us could relate it with different things in our life. A little girl was living in a country house. She was quite... Continue Reading →
Gardening is a meditative experience for me that blocks my mind from external disturbances. It is a way of self-care to rejuvenate us, while the body gets some exercise, the mind becomes calmer without outer distractions. Sharing an example of the plant life cycle I witnessed in the past few months. It is an enriching... Continue Reading →
24th March 2020, A New Beginning “The promise of spring’s arrival is enough to get anyone through the bitter winter!”— Jen Selinsky In the days of uncertainty, only one thing is sure. We have to brave the 21 days of lock-down! We could be happy, sad, scared, anxious, or panic. We do not have any... Continue Reading →
When we have constraints to go out, we could do many things that are pending and we keep postponing as it is not urgent. That's how it happened to my little balcony garden. Though I was watering to keep them alive and appreciate the fruits and flowers, I could not spend more time to make... Continue Reading →
Happy International Women’s Day! International Women’s Day is an opportunity to reflect on achievements, challenges, contributions, and issues related to women. It’s a time to discuss these topics across various forums. We live in a diverse world. A small percentage of women are scaling heights in their professional or personal lives, while many aspire to... Continue Reading →
Old is gold! I found this gem of a poem from the 19th century in my daughter's English textbook. Its content is much needed today when we are lost in man-made complexities of life. Sometimes, people with bad behavior are compared with wild animals. Whenever I come across such a comparison, I think it is... Continue Reading →
Part of Reinvent Series A teacher takes a hand, opens a mind, and touches a heart. 1989 There was a young girl in a middle school, who loved singing. The music was very close to her heart and she kept her interest in music as a secret. She was shy to disclose to her parents... Continue Reading →
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