India is a treasure trove of storytelling traditions. Long before books and screens, wisdom was passed down through stories — spoken, sung, or performed. These stories were not just for amusement; they were designed to teach values, develop character, and sharpen the mind. Today, as we navigate a fast-paced world, these folktales still offer deep,…
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Gita Saar: Life Lessons from the Bhagavad Gita
Timeless Wisdom for Navigating Modern Challenges What if I told you that a 5,000-year-old conversation on a battlefield could help you deal with today’s stress, confusion, and daily dilemmas? Yes, that’s the Bhagavad Gita for you — a timeless guidebook hidden in plain sight! Let’s simply decode its wisdom, so even if you’ve never opened…
Lessons from the Women Who Shaped Me: My Mother, Sister, and Friends
If I were to look back and trace the moments that truly shaped me, I wouldn’t find them in grand achievements or big life changes. Instead, I’d find them in the quiet wisdom, unwavering love, and fierce strength of the women who stood beside me—my mother, my sister, and my friends. Each of them, in…
The Doorless Mirage
In the heart of an endless desert, where the wind sang lonely ballads to the dunes, a man trudged through the sand, lost and thirsty. His journey had begun with purpose—seeking answers to questions he wasn’t sure how to frame. He didn’t know where he was heading, only that the desert held some meaning for…
A Tribute to My Father: The Unspoken Bond and Silent Sacrifices
A Poem for Papa As I commemorate the first anniversary of my father’s passing, on 27th July 2024, I wrote a poem to honour his memory and profound impact on my life. In Quiet Sacrifice In silent strength, you stood by me, A pillar tall, a guiding tree. Your dreams, unspoken, tucked away, To light…
The Magic of a Surprise Shower: Finding Joy in Small Moments
Have you ever had one of those moments where something as simple as a few water droplets can transform your day? It happened to me recently, and it made me realize the profound beauty hidden in the simplest occurrences. The Unexpected Encounter It was an ordinary afternoon. I was strolling through the park, lost in…
Love and Wrinkles: A Hilarious Ode to Romance in the Golden Years
Dear reader, my experienced lover’s past embraces the decades of romance, beginning from our clumsy teenage stage and continuing at the magnificent sixties. Buckle up, and be ready to experience the heartbroken antics of my past because if there’s one thing that I know it is- “Laughter resolves everything: even our love life problems.” Get…
Driving Through A Rainy Day!
Given the increasing news of road washouts and severe waterlogging, I generally avoid driving out in the rain. However, on that particular day, something was enticing about the rain. It whispered promises of hidden beauty and adventure. Despite my reservations, I succumbed to its allure, cautiously venturing out into the rain-soaked world, hoping to discover…
Lessons Learnt From The Covid Pandemic
The covid 19 was / is a global catastophe. The world has never been affected by any single event as with this. Never heard of the lockdowns before the spread of this chinese virus. It has shaken the world completely. But as they say, every event has something good too. So is true with Covid…