Twenty years ago, Dubai was just a small desert. Look at it now — a futuristic city that seems almost magical. Towering skyscrapers, sprawling malls, thrilling theme parks, and endless entertainment and adventure have sprung up where there was once only sand. The people of Dubai were incredibly resourceful. Their story proves you don’t need […]
“Unfortunately, not selected.” That was the subject line of the email I received today from an agency regarding my daughter. As I read it, I paused. Then, purposefully, I rephrased it in my mind: “Fortunately, not selected.”Because now, she has more space to grow, more time to practice, and a stronger reason to strive. And […]
I’ve always been a passionate food lover. Traveling to savor good food was one of my greatest joys. When life got tough, my favorite foods—coffee, biryani, samosas, potato wedges, chocolates, cakes, and ice cream—became my comfort and stress busters, helping me get through frustrating times. But life had other plans. Over the past 7 or […]
From the time we’re young, life feels like a race around numbers. First, it’s about marks and ranks. Everyone you meet asks, “How much did you score?” Then, when you begin working, the focus shifts to your salary. “How much do you earn? How many properties do you own? What’s in your bank account?” As […]
There were times in my life when I felt completely lost, unsure of what to do next. And yet, help arrived—from unexpected places and unfamiliar faces. Strangely, I don’t remember how they looked. Were they tall or short? Fair or dark? Lean or heavy? I truly don’t recall. But I’ll never forget how they made […]
We often expect something new to happen and eagerly wait for it. But when it finally arrives, we start thinking our past was better. We get caught up worrying about mistakes we made, missed chances, or the happiness that seems to have faded. For me, school life always felt tough until I finished school. Then, […]
There was someone in my life determined to make me look bad in front of others, collecting false evidence, spreading rumors that I was untrustworthy, and claiming I spoke ill of others. None of it was true. But the fear of what others might think weighed heavily on me. I worried that my reputation would […]
Whenever I come across a new mental trick, be it from a spiritual program, a personal development course, a movie, or even a TV show, I always give it a try. Why not? Wisdom can come from anywhere. If it helps me live better, I’m in. Let me share a few simple things that have […]
We sometimes start climbing a mountain with so much enthusiasm — energized, excited, and determined. But as we go higher, we realize it’s not as easy as we imagined. The path gets steeper. Our legs ache. We feel breathless, dizzy, and drained. Then comes that moment — when our body screams to stop, and our […]
When you’re in a crowd and someone throws a big ball toward you, what can you do? You have three choices: 1. Catch the ball and hold on to it — soon, your arms will start to ache. 2. Catch it, then drop it — it might jolt you for a moment, but the heaviness […]
