From the dark to the dawn

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...

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! 

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....