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I didn’t learn skincare in a lab: Kalpana Semple turns kitchen rituals into a company
Kalpana Semple’s grandmother’s advice that care is a ceremony, not a task, became one of the foundations of Kaia Skin, a nervous system skincare brand rooted in calm and balance. Read more
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A language for the self: Human Design as a map for living with awareness
Ever feel like daily life is muting the real you? In the endless hustle, the biggest thing we lose track of isn’t our keys—it’s ourselves. Meet Human Design: your personal energetic roadmap to stop forcing, start aligning, and finally come home. Read more
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The householder guru who took meditation to the masses
A new documentary honors Brahmarshi Patriji, founder of the Pyramid Meditation Movement, and his vision for a new generation of conscious leaders. Read more
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Skin longevity: Why Gen Z is choosing prevention over perfection
Chasing perfection is out; preserving skin health is in. Led by Gen Z, a quiet revolution is shifting the beauty industry from cosmetic correction to preventive care and biological resilience. Top dermatologists share the trends defining the future of skincare. Read more
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Raageshwari is on a mission to help people flourish by building resilience and purpose
In Part 2 of her interview, mindfulness expert and motivational speaker Raageshwari Loomba offers a rare glimpse into her life beyond the stage, sharing how she and her husband, eminent British barrister Sudhanshu Swaroop KC, are raising their daughter, Samaya, with purpose, kindness and service at the heart of everything they do. Read more
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My biggest setback opened a door: Raageshwari on rebuilding life after Bell’s palsy
At the height of her Bollywood and pop music career, Bell’s palsy brought Raageshwari’s world to a standstill. In this wide-ranging interview, she reflects on turning adversity into purpose, discovering mindfulness through yoga, and why true happiness lies beyond fame and success. Read more
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Akshardham Museum project in New Jersey seeks to reawaken India’s civilizational heritage
Envisioned as the world’s first museum dedicated to Sanatana Dharma, the Akshardham Museum in Robbinsville, New Jersey will showcase India’s rich cultural heritage, science, spirituality, and timeless values under one roof. Read more
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Harmony turns differences into strength, unity propels peace: Dr. Gnanvatsal Swami
Giving examples ranging from crayons and tea to ancient scriptures, Dr. Gnanvatsal Swami of BAPS explained in a recent talk how unity is built not by eliminating differences but by embracing them with understanding, appreciation, and compassion. Read more
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Declining estrogen, dry feet: The post-menopause connection
Hot flashes get all the attention. But there’s another painful menopause symptom hiding in plain sight—your cracked feet. Read more
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Scriptures alone cannot transform a person, practice can: Yogi Chaitanyaji
Stating that many seekers today have become collectors of scriptures, lectures, and philosophies, Yogi Brahma Vidya Chaitanyaji exhorts us to make the inward journey with spiritual practice as those teachings demand. An exclusive interview with the swami who has lived only on a milk diet for the past 10 years. Read more
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How I integrated Vedic Astrology and Human Design into my therapy practice
Moving beyond the rigid boundaries of traditional clinical therapy, an art psychotherapist shares how integrating ancient cosmic frameworks and Jungian psychology provides a somatic, whole-person blueprint for true self-discovery and navigating life’s transitions. Read more
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Dr. Kalindi Bakshi prescribes food as the first medicine
Are you relying too heavily on one food or ingredient? That habit could be undermining your health, says New Jersey-based nutrition educator Dr. Kalindi Bakshi. Read more
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One man’s mission to bring the Five Elements to temples again
The Five Elements have shaped Vedic philosophy for millennia, but never temple worship. Magazine Editor Vishnu V. Raja is trying to change that by giving the Panjabutha a sacred form and a global mission. Read more
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How restoring the religious roots of wellness practices can truly heal us
What if wellness has kept the rituals but lost the soul? Liz Bucar’s new book, ‘Beyond Wellness’, challenges us to rethink self-care through the forgotten wisdom of faith. Read more
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Is your daily intake of caffeine helping or hurting you?
From sharper focus to restless nights, discover the science behind caffeine’s benefits, risks, and safe daily limits. Read more
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