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Love of Power!

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If power is exploitation, power is responsibility too. If power is destruction, power is creation too. If power is burden, power is opportunity too. If power is arrogance, power is humility too. If power is dominance, power is leadership too. If power is danger, power is strength too. If power is oppression, power is freedom too. Power does not hold itself any value. It is choice that makes it powerful. Power can bring infinite good, evil, or anything in between; it is you who decides what to do with it. In the Mahabharata, Duryodhan had much more power than the Pandavas. Still, he lost because he did not use it with wisdom. Despite his vast resources and alliances, Duryodhan's arrogance and unjust actions led to his downfall. The Pandavas, though not always perfect and truthful, were guided by principles of justice and righteousness. Their resilience and the wise counsel of Krishna helped them achieve the unimaginable. Thus, power can lead to greatness and lasting success, but its...
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Women's day 2024!

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To all the women out there: You stood up when they told you to sit down. You asked why when they ordered you to shut your mouth. You dared to move forward when they mocked you. You fought against injustice even when you stood alone. You showed up when they tried to push you away. You gave your best when they doubted your competence. Every step you took forward paved the way for your fellow women and the ones yet to come. Thank you for persisting in a world that isn't always safe or kind to women. We stand beside each other, stronger together. Happy Women's Day! Keep shining and inspiring. More power to you!  Stay tuned! 
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What is focal point of your life?

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Yesterday, my son was in tears because of some bullies on the school bus. He exclaimed, "My life is already miserable, and you don't understand me." Feeling offended, I took a deep breath to maintain composure. "How do you feel at school, at home, at karate class? Do you feel loved and happy?" I inquired. He began to calm down. "Things are good. I'm happy at those places. I have great friends there, and at home, I have you, Papa and my little brother," he replied. Softening my tone further, I explained, "So, your focus isn't in the right place. You're giving attention to people who are strangers to you, about whom you know nothing, and who know nothing about you. Your focus should be on the people who bring you happiness . They should be the center of your life, not random strangers. If you make negativity the center of your life, your life will be negative. Conversely, if you make positivity the center, your life will be positive....
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Geet's Grand Escape: Exploring 'Jab We Met'!

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During our vacation in Goa last month, my sister-in-law (devrani) said, "As I grow older, I realize that Anshuman (the projected antagonist from the Hindi movie 'Jab We Met') was not actually as wrong as he is portrayed. Geet (the heroine of the movie) was too restless and acted without thinking."  I didn't comment at that time, as I only remembered glimpses of the movie (it was released in 2007 and not on my favorites list) and had forgotten the context. After a wonderful week in Goa, upon returning, I rewatched the movie. Now, I have a few points to share as Geet's decision to run away from her home is a pivotal moment in the story (of course, I shared them with hher first): Geet perceived that she had to run from her home because her family wouldn't allow the marriage. She did not talk to her family about her love life, how did she know? Whether Anshuman knew of this remains a question unanswered in the movie. Even though going against her loving and ca...
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Nurturing Bonds: Embracing My 7.5-Year-Old Sleeping Beside Me.

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Mother-son love.   I have been chastised by numerous relatives and friends alike for allowing my 7.5-year-old son to sleep beside me. Yet, I deflect their criticism with a gentle smile, for they cannot fathom the waterfall of emotions within me. They fail to grasp that I simply do not care what they think because the truth is far more profound. In the depths of my heart, I feel a mixture of sadness and longing. I fondly recall the days when my little one, at just one year old, would peacefully slumber beside me, clutching my hand with tiny fingers. There were moments when he would awaken during the night, seeking solace and desiring my comforting presence. I can still sense the delicate caress of his hand tracing my face. Those times held immense significance and remain etched in my memory, yet they couldn't endure indefinitely. They gracefully slipped away, akin to a beautiful dance. These memories evoke a deep longing within me as I witness my son growing up and the relentless pa...
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Shalini and Mohit tales #2 : The helping hand!

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It is early Sunday morning, and Shalini is lying awake, tossing and turning in her bed, smiling as she thinks of her fiance, Mohit. They had a short yet sweet encounter last weekend, albeit in the company of his friends ( you can read about it here ). Despite not having any ‘alone’ time together, the memory of it is refreshing and worth preserving. Just then, her reminder rings, and tone of it shakes her out of her reverie. “The promotion exam is in 1.5 hours, at 10.00 am," it says.  Shalini has prepared for this exam thoroughly. She is determined to move forward and climb the ladder of success in her career. Being an ambitious woman, she aspires to have a career filled with dignity and respect. Moreover, the icing on the cake would be if she is transferred to Bangalore, Mohit's city, which is an added incentive for acing this promotion test. Taking a deep breath, she fills herself with energy on this otherwise lazy Sunday, ready to tackle the challenge ahead. She jumps out of...
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A journey for self-discovery!

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Source : Google The sun, although a seemingly ordinary star in the  universe, located in the Milky Way galaxy holds the solar system together. Apart from being the center of the solar system, it provides the  warmth and light indispensable to the life on Earth and maintaining our planet's delicate ecosystem by its energy. The dominance of sun in our lives can never be overstated as the rising of it signals the starts of the day and its setting marks the arrival of darkness.  However, we can learn some valuable lessons on our perceptions and emotions by observing the effect of sun in our lives in different seasons.  I remember my childhood days, sitting on the porch of our home during winter vacations, baskin in the sun's rays, feeling its warmth seeping into my bones. During that time, I did not pay any heed to effects of prolonged sun's exposure on my skin (sunburns) or my mother's concerns about my brown skin getting more darker. My love for bathing in sun ray...
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