Tag: Wisdom
“Panchatantra” – Timeless Wisdom Through Storytelling
It’s not always easy to give advice or suggestions to your friends or colleagues, as people often take...
Heroes of Ancient China: Shennong, the ‘Father of Agriculture’
To appreciate the ancient character Shennong in modern times, we only need to recall the words of Mahatma...
The Pitfalls of Black and White Thinking, and How to Break the Habit
Black and white thinking is the tendency to look at things in extreme ways. It can show up in your perception...
How the Ancient Chinese Secret of Preserving Jing 精 (Vital Essence) Slows Aging and Prolongs Life
The common perception that Asians age slowly may not actually be a factor of ethnicity, but rather the...
Open Your Heart and Heal Your Life
Most of us go through life with a heart that is closed to a greater or lesser degree. Do you find it...
Live and Learn: 17 Ways to Enhance Your Intelligence Every Week
Intelligence comes in many forms. Whether it’s intellectual, emotional, or creative; by adopting well-rounded...
Diwali: Embracing Tradition With a Victory of Light Over Darkness
Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is the most celebrated festivals in India, symbolizing...
Embrace 6 Aspects of Grace to Become More Graceful in Body and Spirit
Who doesn't want to become more graceful? In many ways, grace is the picture of virtue. It encompasses...
Cultivating Joy, and Finding Serenity
Whether you want to call it true happiness or joy, there is a deep and fulfilling state of mind that...
What Your Mug Says About You: The Subtle Art of Coffee Mug Psychology
It is said that you can tell a lot about a person by their shoes, the books they read, or the music they...
Ancient Wisdom Behind India’s Superstitious Beliefs
Rich in cultural traditions and ancient heritage, modern-day India still upholds dozens of seemingly-superstitious...
Indian Folktales With Moral Lessons (Part V) On the Importance of Common Sense
Continuing our series on Indian folktales, we find important lessons on the value of common sense. This...