We die the moment we lose awareness of birth. One who’s not aware of the purpose of his birth, even when he’s physically alive, is as good as being dead. Then why should we fear death? I’m not afraid of death. Generally, man loves or loathes only those things with which he is familiar. He needs a reason for every action of his. Hence, he develops a variety of emotions […]

Cucumbers are delicious refreshment, especially in the extremely hot summer days. Being rich in water, nutrients, electrolytes, and calorie-free, they are one of the healthiest veggies a person can eat! They belong to the Cucurbitaceae family, together with melons, squash, and pumpkins. Cucumbers originate from the northern plains of Himalays in India, but nowadays, they can be easily found everywhere around the world. Cucumbers are abundant in manganese, potassium, copper, […]

If you are a nice person and are struggling to save money, science has sized you up in the latest research paper called Nice Guys Finish Last: When and Why Agreeableness Is Associated With Economic Hardship published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology. Turns out, being a nice person can cost you your savings. As per the research, nice people end up with fewer pennies to their name […]

The trailer of filmmaker Vinod Kapri’s movie Pihu describes a parent’s worst nightmare: Their baby trapped alone in a high-rise apartment. The two-minute-long video showed little Pihu, played by Myra Vishwakarma, screaming in peril, unable to ‘wake up’ her dead mother. She is surrounded by glaring household dangers — from exposed plugs and common electrical appliances lurking in the kitchen (cooking gas) and bathroom (geyser) to an open balcony door […]

The fact is we have to relate to the world. It is unavoidable, and it need not be avoided. While relating, we are called upon to respond to different situations, and our responses can be objective and dispassionate. However unpleasant is the situation, we can respond without being stressed. But to be objective is easier said than done. To be objective takes a lot of understanding. There is a psychological […]

Two strong earthquakes — the first measuring 6.6 magnitudes, the second 6.8 — struck in quick succession off Canada’s west coast late Sunday, the US Geological Survey said. The epicentre of the first tremor, at 10:39 pm (0549 GMT Monday), was located about 135 miles (218 kilometres) southwest of Port Hardy — a small municipality on the northeastern tip of British Columbia’s Vancouver Island. The second stronger quake occurred 122 […]

Do you always find it difficult to decide what to order for lunch? According to researchers, this is due to the phenomenon of choice overload, which occurs as a result of too many choices being available to your brain. A study conducted at California Institute of Technology by Colin Camerer reveals new insights into choice overload, including the parts of the brain responsible for it, and how many options the […]

You should be established in the awareness that the Lord is ever present. You must also be prompted by the feeling that you are performing deeds for the pleasure of the Lord. This is the easiest way of achieving control of the mind. If you are prompted by feelings that your body belongs to the Lord, you will not sin with your body. On the other hand, all your efforts […]

The evolution of Admissions processes in top-colleges has made it necessary for students to start preparing for Entrance tests at least a year in advance. To ensure the best of students, these colleges also boast a competitive minimum score requirements. Here are a few pointers for students to consider while preparing for their GMAT/GREs: First things First: Where do you stand and when will you be ready? It is advisable […]

There is a lot of teaching out there about positive thinking and how it can transform your life. Yet, there is something about people who are always repeating positive affirmations that seem shallow. Is it that simple? Can positive thinking help you get rid of karma, or at least keep you from creating more karma? Sadhguru says the reason these people have lost depth to their life is that they […]