Everyone has experienced rejection in some form. It may have happened in school when nobody picked you for a team. It may have happened later when you were not invited to a gathering, did not get a job you wanted, or saw a relationship come to an end. The situations are different, but the feeling…
Some quotes remain relevant no matter how much the world changes, and Steve Jobs‘ famous words are among them. “The only way to do great work is to love what you do” is more than just career advice; it is a reminder that passion often fuels creativity, resilience, and long-term success. Whether you’re starting your…
We often perceive the world based on fleeting experiences and assumptions. Adi Shankaracharya taught that reality is deeper than what initially appears to us. The quote illustrates this by comparing the world’s appearance to silver in mother-of-pearl. Modern life’s focus on external validation can create stress and emptiness. Recognizing our unchanging awareness offers a calmer…
Quote of the Day by Aristotle Aristotle was one of the greatest philosophers in the history of humankind. His ideas have impacted almost every field of life from philosophy, science, politics, ethics, education to modern logic. Philosophers were often concerned with just abstract theories, but Aristotle thought that wisdom should be used to help people…
There is something strange about the way many of us have learned to rest. We finally sit down after a long day, put our phones aside, make ourselves a cup of tea, or simply stare out of the window. Within minutes, a familiar thought appears.“I should be doing something productive.”Instead of feeling refreshed, we begin…
When people think of Mirza Ghalib, they picture one of the greatest poets in Urdu and Persian literature, celebrated for his timeless verses on love, loss and philosophy. But there was another passion that defined the legendary poet just as vividly: mangoes. Ghalib’s fondness for the king of fruits was so famous that it found…
Photo: @krishan.presswala/ Instagram We are so engrossed in our lightning-fast lives that we forget to be grateful for whatever we have and keep seeking more and more.When seeking wisdom, we think that wise advice only comes from books and philosophers, but sometimes, it shows up in the most unexpected places, even coming from the middle…
Some of the most talked-about moments on social media are not planned. They happen unexpectedly and remind people that kindness does not have to be big to be meaningful. A recent video from Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport has become one such story, with thousands appreciating a simple interaction between two strangers.Shared by a Bengaluru-based…
Eurema is inspired by the Eurema genus of butterflies, commonly known as grass yellows, admired for their bright yellow wings and graceful flight. The uncommon name reflects happiness, optimism and natural beauty, making it a distinctive choice inspired by one of nature’s most cheerful butterflies. Butterflies remind us that growth often comes through change, making…
A comforting Indian dessert, potato kheer is rich, mildly sweet and wonderfully creamy. Grated potatoes blend seamlessly into the milk, creating a texture similar to rice kheer while absorbing the flavours of cardamom and saffron. Recipe: Boil, peel and grate two medium potatoes. Heat 1 litre of full-fat milk and simmer until slightly thickened. Add…
