#life

Follow your Dreams

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Dreams are the foundation and hope for our desired fate. They are a purpose of survival for many. But procrastination can squash your dreams. Dreaming big, in itself, is not a stupendous act. Most of us do it all the time. But to have the audacity, perseverance and fortitude to convert your vision into reality, … Read more

Equilibrium

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  Throughout our lives, we strive to achieve equilibrium in numerous forms. Balancing work and personal life; Managing our time between kids and spouse; Balancing our time between family and self; Managing our priorities; Harmonizing necessities and pleasures; We can be happy and successful as well as at peace if and only if we can … Read more

My Lost Childhood

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“Grow up, Grow up” I heard a voice “Be responsible” Demanded another noise “Don’t act childish” Rebuked someone old “Everything isn’t fun” Wise men scold! So I grew up fast My childhood didn’t last I was soon responsible Prudent and sensible I found peace in studies I had to win from buddies! Sports, music, friends … Read more

Comprehending Anger

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Lately I have found myself getting annoyed and irked at slightest provocation. Every little thing seems to test my patience. Whether it’s kids messing up their room or my inability to sneak a few hours for blogging, my irritability is resulting in an outburst on one or the other family member. I know, I know, it’s not a good practice. But I am sure this happens with many of us from time to time.

Buddha said, “You will not be punished for your anger, you will be punished by your anger.”

I completely agree with the advice of the wise saint.

Anger causes much damage to our individuality than we anticipate or realize. So, I thought it would be a good idea to understand this unsolicited and frequent guest of ours, Mr. Anger, a little better 🙂

I plan to split this post in two parts as it is likely to be a little lengthy.

Let’s try to tackle Mr. Anger now.

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Introspection: Let’s Know Ourselves Better

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  Every human being, habitually or unintentionally, is quite possessive about his own self. This is evident from the amount of time one allocates to selecting own food or clothing or in maintaining health, career or relationships as well as on pursuing hobbies or passion. Not implying that this is a negative trait of any … Read more

Nurturing The Tree of Life

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  When seeds of hard work Are sown in life’s soil   When minerals of wisdom Add strength during turmoil   When candor waters this plant And patience tills the field   When perseverance is the air And faith offers sunlight   The saplings of success Sprout on tree of life! Bearing fruits of joy, … Read more