Samiksha Khadka: We would see the world together, Ama’: Why an Indian founder wore her late grandmother’s green saree on a US trip

For many people, a saree is a piece of clothing. For founder Samiksha Khadka, one particular green saree carries a lifetime of memories. During a recent visit to the United States, she shared the story behind the heirloom and the promise she once made to her grandmother – a promise that, years later, brought tears…

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Quote of the day by Neem Karoli Baba: “Forgiveness is the greatest weapon, because a saint so armed is unperturbable… he can give up anger immediately.”

Anger often lingers after perceived slights, but spiritual leader Neem Karoli Baba offered a powerful perspective: forgiveness is the ultimate weapon. He taught that true strength lies not in retaliation, but in the ability to release anger, becoming unshakeable. This practice, though challenging, liberates individuals from the burden of grudges, fostering inner peace and resilience….

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Greek proverb of the day: “A society grows great when old men plant trees in whose shade…” |

Greek proverb of the day (AI-generated image) Greek proverbs have been revered for centuries due to their profundity, simplicity and lasting value. They have been passed on through generations for centuries, conveying important insights in simple terms. Ancient Greece gave the world some of its greatest thinkers, including philosophers such as Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle,…

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Working Mother Insights: “Mommy, what’s more important: me or…?” A 7-year-old’s question shocked this working mother and taught her an important parenting lesson

Image courtesy: Instagram/@justherthoughts_lav She thought her son was upset because she broke a promise. The real reason was far more shocking. After a long day at work, a working mother returned home to find her 7-year-old son unusually quiet. She assumed he was disappointed because they hadn’t made the birthday greeting card she had promised…

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Quote of the day by John C. Maxwell: “A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and…” |

Image Credit: X/ @TheJohnCMaxwell John C. Maxwell is one of the world’s most respected leadership experts, speakers and authors. Over the course of his career, he has written numerous bestselling books on leadership, personal growth, teamwork and success. His teachings have influenced business executives, educators, community leaders and aspiring professionals across the globe. Maxwell’s practical…

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Gaurang Das: How ‘high priority’, ‘ASAP,’ and ‘urgent’ have become workplace diseases: Mindfulness coach and IITian Gaurang Das shares why ‘fake urgency’ is destroying corporate culture

The modern workplace suffers from a “cult of false urgency,” where everything is labeled “urgent” or “ASAP,” blurring the lines between what’s truly important and what’s not. This constant state of perceived crisis hinders effectiveness, as decisions made in haste often create more problems. Pause for a second and think back over your last working…

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