Life often has a way of breaking us down in ways we never expect. A lost opportunity, a broken relationship, an unfulfilled dream—these moments can leave us feeling shattered, like fragments of our former selves. But what if these cracks are not signs of defeat? What if they are the universe’s way of preparing usContinue reading “Breaking Through: Finding Strength in Brokenness.”
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Bring Your Desires to a Minimum: Buddha’s Teachings on the Root Cause of Suffering
Buddha’s profound wisdom offers timeless guidance for navigating life’s challenges. One of his central teachings, encapsulated in the Four Noble Truths, identifies desires as the root cause of suffering. By understanding this, we gain insight into why many of our struggles stem from the relentless pursuit of fulfilment through external means. Desires, or cravings (“tanha”Continue reading “Bring Your Desires to a Minimum: Buddha’s Teachings on the Root Cause of Suffering”
Last sunset and rainbow of 2024
As the rain began to fade and dawn approached, the world around me transformed into a masterpiece of contrasts. On one side, the setting sun dipped low, painting the horizon with hues of gold, orange, and crimson. On the other side, a brilliant rainbow arched across the sky, its colours vivid and alive. The airContinue reading “Last sunset and rainbow of 2024”
Happy and blessed 2025
As the year comes to a close, I find myself breathing deeply for the first time in what feels like forever. After six years of navigating one storm after another—losing my mom, facing betrayal from friends and business partners, enduring a global pandemic, experiencing abandonment and separation from my husband, heartbreak, liver failure, and losingContinue reading “Happy and blessed 2025”
Trauma and Anxiety
Trauma and anxiety are deeply interwoven experiences that profoundly affect many people’s lives. While they may share overlapping symptoms, they are distinct in their origins, manifestations, and pathways to healing. Understanding these differences is essential for personal growth and recovery. Trauma arises from experiencing or witnessing events that overwhelm an individual’s ability to cope. SuchContinue reading “Trauma and Anxiety”
Happy 30th birthday to my firstborn.
My Dearest Firstborn Happy 30th birthday, my beautiful firstborn. As I write this, I am overwhelmed by memories spanning three decades—from the miraculous moment of your birth to the incredible woman you’ve become today. Although time has passed, each memory remains etched deeply in my heart. I know I was not a perfect mom, andContinue reading “Happy 30th birthday to my firstborn.”
“Are you truly embracing the freedom of being solo, or are you mistaking it for the isolation of being alone? Understanding the difference can redefine how you approach both travel and life’s journey.”
The concepts of being solo and being alone can have distinct meanings in the context of both travel and life. Being solo refers to the state of physical being by oneself. It’s often a conscious choice to travel or live without the immediate company of others.Perspective: It is an external condition. Travelling solo is aboutContinue reading ““Are you truly embracing the freedom of being solo, or are you mistaking it for the isolation of being alone? Understanding the difference can redefine how you approach both travel and life’s journey.””
Life’s Journey: Embracing Turbulence and Imperfections
Life is often compared to a journey—a path filled with twists, turns, and moments of turbulence. Yet, unlike the perfectly curated travel experiences we dream of, life’s journey is inherently imperfect. It demands resilience, reflection, and a deep acceptance of what it means to be human. Many of us embark on life’s journey with aContinue reading “Life’s Journey: Embracing Turbulence and Imperfections”
Forgiveness: A Gift You Give Yourself
Resentment is like holding a burning coal, waiting for the other person to feel its heat. In reality, the only one getting burned is you. Resentment doesn’t punish the person who wronged you—it punishes you, gnawing away at your peace, happiness, and emotional well-being. That’s why forgiveness is essential—not for them, but for you. WeContinue reading “Forgiveness: A Gift You Give Yourself”
Embracing Pain as a Catalyst for Growth
Pain is often seen as an unwelcome visitor, but what if we could see it as a teacher? Life’s challenges, heartaches, and mistakes may feel unbearable in the moment, but they carry within them the seeds of growth. Pain, though uncomfortable, often holds the power to reshape us, forcing us to uncover hidden strengths andContinue reading “Embracing Pain as a Catalyst for Growth”
