Who tells the story matters, as it changes the whole narrative.
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Timeframe between Solar & Lunar eclipse
Tonight is the Lunar eclipse (May 15-16), seen mostly across Americas, Europe and Africa.
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Rumi’s poems have a special way of touching our hearts.. in a way that we are left reminiscing the words and their meaning, and their depth in a multitude of ways.
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For those who have recovered from Covid once, it might feel like an ordeal. There are those who have gone through the pain multiple times…
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One small positive thought in the mornings can change our whole day, and impact those around us!
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Got to visit a college dorm today. Was nice to see the writings on the walls & reminder boards!
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One small positive thought in the mornings can change our whole day, and impact those around us!
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One small positive thought in the mornings can change our whole day, and impact those around us!
Continue reading “Daily motivation #184”French fries
Potato fries remain kids favorite for a long time! Different types of fries gives it an additional sense of satisfaction!
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One day of the year, dedicated to recognize our biggest support system! Might not be sufficient, but taking the time to recognize & appreciate her efforts is worth the effort!
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Mini-series on Netflix seem to be interesting and a quick watch for the weekend!
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One small positive thought in the mornings can change our whole day, and impact those around us!
Continue reading “Daily motivation #183”Types of Karma
Karma can be broadly defined as the destiny that you earn through your actions and behavior.
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My friend visited me after a few decades and I got an opportunity to cook for her.
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One small positive thought in the mornings can change our whole day, and impact those around us!
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Very powerful words, and having an opinion about it matters! What would you define as financial freedom for yourself?
Continue reading “Financial freedom – A woman’s perspective”Tips to cut costs and create some savings
Somehow, the ability to cut costs and create savings becomes a must-learn skill as you step into adulthood, more so when you step into parenthood. Sharing some tips that help with the changing times!
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One small positive thought in the mornings can change our whole day, and impact those around us!
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The first time I listened to Brahamakumaris, I was spell bound by the calmness in their voice.
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One small positive thought in the mornings can change our whole day, and impact those around us!
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Healthy food during exams
During exam time, having a list of healthy food & snacks readily available for breakfast, lunch bags and late night studies helps!
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One small positive thought in the mornings can change our whole day, and impact those around us!
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Everyone loves ice creams – especially during summer! Have you tried making one at home..?
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If you own a home, you will know that it is just not the monthly mortgage or EMI payments that suffice to maintain the household. There are additional hidden costs… sharing some of them that I have experienced over years.
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A day to consciously think about Earth, soil, preservation, sustainability and what we are leaving behind for our next generation.
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One small positive thought in the mornings can change our whole day, and impact those around us!
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The Founding Father was an inventor, creating solutions to common problems, innovating new technology, and even making life a little more musical.
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One small positive thought in the mornings can change our whole day, and impact those around us!
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Many a time, a good coffee does the trick of getting us out of Monday blues. Today was different!
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One small positive thought in the mornings can change our whole day, and impact those around us!
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Dennis the menace jokes always refresh the mind!
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There is a special significance to the full moon in April, known as Chitra pournami.
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For those who follow astrology and planetary shifts, this month is a big one!
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Food we eat can be categorized into multiple tastes. Tasting all types of food periodically is a good way to lead a healthy life.
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One small positive thought in the mornings can change our whole day, and impact those around us!
Continue reading “Daily motivation #175”Theories of multiple intelligences
Howard Gardner’s theories of multiple intelligences share insight into some aspects of intelligence that one may or not possess. While one is good at one of these, it does not mean they are good at all of them.
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One small positive thought in the mornings can change our whole day, and impact those around us!
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When the scale moves slowly from overweight to obese and keeps fluctuating over there, going back and forth, one day in overweight and another in obese, one starts questioning their basic choices. Everything gets under scrutiny.
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One small positive thought in the mornings can change our whole day, and impact those around us!
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When planning a garden, plan to grow some wild flowers around your yard or deck.
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