There is something comforting about the monsoon that naturally draws us towards food. A plate of hot pakoras, leftover curry waiting for dinner, freshly cut fruit on the kitchen counter or a pot of cooked rice cooling by the window all seem perfectly ordinary on a rainy day. But beneath the season’s cool breeze lies…
Renowned artist Edvard Munch believed paintings possess a unique power to capture the depths of human emotion, a feat he felt photography, even in its advanced state, couldn’t fully achieve. His famous quote, comparing the camera to a brush, highlights painting’s ability to delve into the ‘Heaven or Hell’ of our inner lives – our…
Arriving 20 minutes early for all meetings, dinners, and appointments has been regarded as a mark of discipline and respectfulness. Nevertheless, based on psychological insights, there are certain individuals who feel the urge to arrive early because of an underlying emotional issue that makes them fear that being late may inconvenience other people, and as…
In moments of misunderstanding, the urge to defend ourselves is natural. However, Brahma Kumar Sister Shivani wisely suggests that truth doesn’t require constant proof. By maintaining inner dignity and integrity, our actions and character will eventually reveal the truth, saving precious energy for personal growth and meaningful connections. This timeless wisdom offers a powerful antidote…
Naturally, children are the ones who are always told what to do. On the other hand, when they are given choices, they feel more responsible and responsible. Instead of saying, “Sit down and study Maths now,” ask them what subject they want to study first. In either case, the child will learn, but the difference…
Every parent wants their child to grow up feeling confident, strong, and ready to face life’s challenges. But many parents unknowingly make one common mistake: they try to protect their children from feeling anxious. According to child clinical psychologist Kathryn Hecht, anxiety isn’t something parents should always try to eliminate. In fact, when handled the…
Let’s all agree that there’s no experience more thrilling than spotting a tiger emerging quietly from behind tall grasses or the trumpet of elephants echoing through a forest. There’s always an anticipation on what lies around the next bend in an open jeep. For a number of travellers, a jungle safari is more than just…
The researchers also checked whether the brain changes benefitted cognitively, and guess what- It did. At the beginning and end of the study, all the children completed a digit span test (a standard assessment of working memory commonly used in children’s intelligence evaluations). By the end of year, those who received music lessons showed significantly…
Gujarat’s Takshvi Vaghani, an 8-year-old prodigy, has achieved two Guinness World Records in limbo skating, gliding under a bar just 16 centimeters high. Her passion for the sport ignited during the COVID-19 lockdown, with her parents’ unwavering support and her own dedication fueling her success. Despite the sport’s obscurity in her region, Takshvi’s relentless practice…
When people think of adorable animals, fish are usually the last creatures that come to mind. But the ocean is home to some surprisingly charming species, with tiny smiling faces, bright colours and quirky features that make them stand out. Some have even become favourites among divers and underwater photographers simply because they look too…
