Tag: mindfulness
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Simplify, Simplify! How Less Can Lead to More
In 1854, Henry David Thoreau published Walden, a book written after his experiment of living simply in a small cabin near Walden Pond. More than 170 years later, his words still feel remarkably relevant. “Our life is frittered away by detail,” he wrote, before offering his famous advice: “Simplicity, simplicity, simplicity!” He was arguing that…
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The School Bench We Never Had
In 7th grade, we were asked to bring our own mat. Every Wednesday, benches used to come out. It was a celebration when we got to use the benches instead of sitting on the floor. Most of us were not used to such luxury. So, naturally, we ruined it. We would draw lines to partition…
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Things You Should Quit for a Quieter Life
Noise makes life complicated. Internal noise, digital noise, external noise. It eats up so much of your brain’s capacity that you tend not to realize when you have stopped having time for the important things you care about. People generally complain that they do not have time. It is because they are preoccupied with adhering…
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A Fake Image Doesn’t Last Forever
Stalin’s Famine (1932–1933): Under Joseph Stalin, the Soviet Union forced farmers into collective farms and seized grain to fund industrial growth, but the policy backfired as agricultural output fell and millions were left without food. Instead of acknowledging failure, the state continued taking grain—even exporting it—while suppressing reports of famine and restricting movement so starving…
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Soil is the Source
The text emphasizes the importance of connecting to the fundamental source of life: soil. It argues that just as individuals in various fields stay grounded in their roots, we must reconnect with soil to enhance our well-being. By nurturing this bond, we can improve our inner lives and understand our existence more profoundly.
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The Emotional Curve of Self-Awareness
Self-awareness initially disrupts peace, leading individuals through a phase of frustration and judgment as they confront their limitations and the world’s flaws. However, by embracing deeper understanding and responding with love, this awareness transforms into a lasting peace that is profound and compassionate. The journey is continuous, marked by growth and acceptance.
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Do You Have Time for Criticism?
If you have endless time to criticize other people’s lives, chances are you have not yet found a goal worth dedicating your life to. Time is a strange thing. It can either be wasted or invested. A life filled with constant opinions and criticism of others is often a life where time is being wasted—time…
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Philosophy of Limited Resources
This blog encourages readers to live intentionally by recognizing the limitations of resources such as time, experiences, and opportunities. It emphasizes that a fulfilling life stems from mindful decision-making and prioritizing rare moments. Instead of following the crowd, individuals should carve their own paths to fully embrace life’s limited offerings and act on them promptly.
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Stop Postponing Life: Live Fully Today
We tend to prepare too much for life while forgetting to actually live it. We generate wealth for future generations, learn from gurus how to live a good life, compromise peace today to guarantee peace tomorrow, and do work we dislike to secure a “safe” future. But has it ever occurred to you that you…
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The Only Resolution You Need in 2026
A self-aware life is roughly forty years long. It feels unfair to decide its direction just once a year in the form of goals. If I were good at math, that would mean forty goals—allowing life to take forty turns. Yet we are barely scratching the surface of our untapped potential. Most yearly goals are…
