The curious case of fleeting happiness
In today’s fast-paced world, on the completion of every achievement, we are, already, half-way into our next achievement. But, here is a big problem: our mind craves quantity, while our soul craves depth.…
Lessons from a hike to Rajmachi fort
Once, when I was younger, I rode my bike for over 200 kms, non-stop. And then, a strange thing happened. My bike stopped, without a warning. I had managed to overheat it! My…
Vipassana: a journey into myself
We all come across a situation, when some thing that we desire does not happen. I was also one of those millions who tried his best at everything but faced continuous failures. One day, I was…
Sadness is a part of your life, says who!
Imagine a vegetable vendor who adds a few extra grams into your bag. Do you like him or dislike him? Imagine a real estate agent who takes your money, in advance, promises to show…
A fake solution for a real problem
Do the government-enforced, morbid, warning messages on cigarette packets produce the desired results? According to a new study, the number of men smoking tobacco in India rose to 108 million, an increase of 36%, between 1998 and…
Value guide to Bhutan
Who should visit Bhutan? You are spiritual: Do you like introspection? Are you a big fan of self-exploration and mysticism? Do you believe in a cause higher than the satisfaction of physical pleasure?…
