Sometimes it takes stepping away from your environment and your routine to truly appreciate the why, what, and how of your own life. As I spend time in India, observing and experiencing the differences, I can’t help but notice the stark contrast in how people approach work, time, and energy. … [Read more...]
Stress Isn’t the Enemy – It’s the Signal
There’s a common cultural thread that frames stress as the villain in the modern story of our lives. The thing we need to escape. The toxin we need to flush. The weight we need to unload. But that framing does more harm than good. Because the truth is - stress isn’t going anywhere. It’s stitched … [Read more...]
Alive Doesn’t Mean Awake
Most people don’t notice when they stop living. That’s the tricky part. There’s no alarm that goes off. No one pulls you aside and says, "Hey, you’re just existing now.” You still go to work. You still reply to emails. You still laugh at the occasional meme and say “I’m good” when someone asks … [Read more...]
When Tolerance Turns on Itself
Why protecting openness sometimes requires drawing a line. “Unlimited tolerance must lead to the disappearance of tolerance. If we extend unlimited tolerance even to those who are intolerant, if we are not prepared to defend a tolerant society ... then the tolerant will be destroyed, and … [Read more...]
Complaints Are Easy, Change Is Rare
We all complain. About work. About people. About systems. About life. It’s universal. We do it over coffee, in meetings, while scrolling through headlines, or quietly in our heads as we lie awake at 2 a.m. And to be fair, there’s something deeply human about naming what isn’t working. Complaints … [Read more...]
Don’t Ask for More Than You Give: Why credibility begins with skin in the game
There’s a moment in every leader’s journey where they must choose whether they’re willing to walk the path they’re asking others to follow. It sounds simple - obvious, even - but it’s one of the hardest principles to consistently uphold. And yet, leadership without example isn’t leadership at all; … [Read more...]
The Quiet Poison of a Life That Moves Just Enough
There is a kind of life that looks respectable on the surface, even admirable. It’s structured, efficient, maybe even outwardly successful. It makes no noise, causes no trouble, and fits neatly into social frames. But this life - this quiet, competent, slightly ambitious life - can be deadly. … [Read more...]
The Ethical Framework of Giving: Beyond Religious Doctrine to a Life of Purposeful Generosity
Giving is a universal theme. Across time and geography, traditions of generosity have shaped how people live, connect, and contribute to the world. Whether we look at religious practices or the secular ethos of modern life, the act of giving has always been a cornerstone of human existence. But … [Read more...]
The Vanishing Act of a Life Well-Lived
What disappears with time was never the point - what truly matters is what it leaves behind. In a hundred years, the house I live in - the one I obsessed over, poured my earnings into, made sacrifices for - will belong to someone who never knew my name. They will repaint the walls, tear down … [Read more...]
The Art of Keeping Your Word: Why Reliability Is a Powerful Strength
Reliability isn’t flashy. It doesn’t announce itself, doesn’t seek validation, doesn’t ask for credit. But in a world where people overpromise and underdeliver, it quietly becomes one of the most valuable things you can offer. It’s rare, not because it’s complicated, but because it requires … [Read more...]
The Power of Possibility: From “What Is” to “What Could Be”
When caught in unknown situations, I often find myself coming back to the question, Kya hai, kya ho sakta hai? Hindi for: “What is, and what could be?” On the surface, it seems simple, but it holds so much more. It’s a question that pushes you to look beyond what’s right in front of you and … [Read more...]
Illusions I Clung to About Success
For years, I convinced myself I was doing it for my family. That every late night, every sacrifice, every moment spent working instead of being present was for them. That one day, they’d look back and understand why I wasn’t there. But the truth is, they never asked for this. They would have … [Read more...]
Criticism with Purpose: The Art of Growth-Oriented Feedback
Criticism is a delicate thing. It’s often perceived as something negative, something to be avoided, feared, or met with defensiveness. However, when done right, criticism becomes a powerful tool - not just for growth, but for deepening relationships, fostering learning, and enhancing … [Read more...]
The Weight of Words: When Passion Demands Proof
Passion is one of those words that carries an almost mythic quality. It stirs our imagination, evokes admiration, and, when spoken with conviction, demands our attention. It’s a term that doesn’t simply describe - it declares. To say, “I am passionate about this” is to present oneself as someone … [Read more...]
The Quiet Strength That Holds the World Together
The world often feels like it’s teetering on the edge - fractured by polarizing conversations, amplified by the unrelenting noise of media, and shadowed by the struggles so many face in silence. Social platforms magnify the extremes, and headlines thrive on conflict, leaving many of us grappling … [Read more...]