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The ‘Oh, what?!’ moments of life: Bring them on, darling!
Life’s surprises are not interruptions—they’re invitations. Each twist, each “Oh, what?!” moment is life’s secret ingredient, stirring awe, growth, and a little cosmic mischief into our everyday stew. Read more
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Diwali and the psychology of light: Why we crave illumination
Diwali reminds us that the festival’s true power lies not in the lamps we light outside, but in the radiance we rekindle within. Each diya is an act of remembering—that the human mind, like the universe itself, is made of light. Read more
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Cheeky wisdom of slow lane! Why rushing is the most overrated vice
Planet Overdrive: In a world fuelled by caffeine and the cult of ‘busy,’ it’s time to politely decline our own burnout party and discover the subversive power of slowness. Read more
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My experiences of living with the Divine Light
An extract from Sarada Chiruvolu’s spiritual memoir, ‘Home At Last’, and some simple tips she offers for your progress on the path. She will meet Lotus readers in Edison, NJ, on Sept 20 and interact with people virtually in a webinar on Sept 13. Read more
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‘One Minute Wisdom’: Debashis Chatterjee’s timeless lessons on mindfulness, leadership, and the art of living well
Management Professor Debashis Chatterjee has written ‘One Minute Wisdom’ for readers seeking mindfulness, self-awareness, and purposeful leadership without requiring them to wade through dense theory. Here are extracts from the book that offers life lessons in small, concentrated bursts. Read more
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The balmy ache: A meditation on lives not lived
Every choice we make creates a singular narrative from a kaleidoscope of possibilities. At other times, the moments of sliding doors determine our fate. The what-ifs, however, continue to haunt our dreams. Remember Robert Frost? Read more
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The poisonous whisper: Why every story should not be told
Growing up with stories from Indian literature, the author learnt a powerful lesson about gossip, judgment, and the strength of silence from a lesser-known tale from the Mahabharata. Read more
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The heart, our true compass!
Forget the gospel of perfection. Embracing our inner bumbler is the most direct path to joy, authenticity, and true connection. Read more
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Broken champions: Redefining success beyond winning
In a world obsessed with victories and accolades, it’s time we ask: Are we raising winners at the cost of raising whole, happy human beings? Read more
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From dissatisfaction to bliss: A simple path from Dukkha to Sukha
The simple solution for getting from dukkha to sukha, from sadness to ease, contentedness, or bliss… is to accept reality as it is, both the personal reality within our minds and the objective reality of the world around us. Read more
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Lotus curates a spiritual event with edifying entertainment
Over 200 people came together to celebrate the International Day of Yoga on Long Island on June 22. Instead of postures, they were treated to the higher, spiritual forms of yoga. Read more
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The Dalai Lama advocates Karuna and Ahimsa as ultimate principles of life
India’s ancient wisdom of compassion and nonviolence is essential in today’s world. We need both not just for us humans, but all sentient life, the Dalai Lama told Mayank Chhaya, his biographer. Read more
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The rise of non-religious spiritual practices: How millennials and Gen Z are redefining the sacred
Discover how young generations are redefining spirituality beyond dogma, creating rituals rooted in meaning, inclusivity, and self-discovery. Read more
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Unleash your true self: How to break free from limiting beliefs
Discover how silent fears and hidden beliefs quietly shape your choices, dim your potential, and stop you from living your fullest life. Read more
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Glowing in the garden of wellness with Blossom Kochhar
A soul-nourishing conversation with aromatherapy pioneer Dr. Blossom Kochhar on how beauty, wellness, and spirit converge through nature, intention, and timeless rituals. Read more
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