Gurus and followers

Jim Rohn said it long back, “You are the average of five people close to you, ” and it includes the authors, speakers, gurus you are influenced by. I keep writing and revising the list, wondering if I’m on the right path, or do I need to change it to meet my goals.  It’s a … Continue reading Gurus and followers

Networks

“Colleagues and partners have turned against him in the trial. He faces a prison sentence for at least 10 years.” “Maybe he failed to reward them adequately. Or maybe they did not believe in the cause he was driving.” “Your network is your net worth. They forgot to add it needs to be a supportive … Continue reading Networks

Enlightenment

I’m sure I saw Gautam walk through a wall, but I’ve been consigned to an asylum for saying that. Buddha developed these powers after enlightenment, but treated it as of no special consequence. She couldn’t think of Gautam ever meditating, but could it be that she  had developed a special power of seeing his spiritual … Continue reading Enlightenment

Tectonic

“A coaching business thrives because educators failed somewhere,” It seemed a rather rude thing to say at the school reunion, attended by some teachers held in high regard. He continued nevertheless, “You taught us Literature, Science, Maths and so much more, but nothing about the fundamental tenet of existence - Who am I?” “Well, have … Continue reading Tectonic

Life in a glass bowl

“I admire the conviction you have in yourself, Vivian, like how you just keep going, not taking cognisance of obstacles placed in your path. May I ask what is the source of that strength?” “I did not know till a hypnotherapy session brought back a memory, where I’d picked up a chit from a blue … Continue reading Life in a glass bowl

Shift

“People come into your life for a reason or a season….” She was reading this poem for the 46th time, yet not finding answers to her silent question, addressed to the Universe and the energies which manifested it in the real world. How could any person or situation change so drastically, defying all rules of … Continue reading Shift

Connectedness

The patriarch of the house has passed  away, but there are just three people in attendance at the funeral. His children could not make it for the last rites, since flights are not operational between the countries where they reside. The eldest son is shedding a silent tear, as he watches the funeral on Zoom. … Continue reading Connectedness

Dreams

'If I had to give one reason why brain science fascinates me so much, it is dreams." "All of us dream, but don’t really remember all the weirdness." "You nail it, when you say weirdness. Dreams are complex movies created by remnants of passing thoughts, images, memories, but we have no control on how those … Continue reading Dreams

Silver Jubilee

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