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Vipassana Learnings beyond meditation

Beyond Meditation: Lessons from Vipassana

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Surrender to the path with faith and experience the magic unfold

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Vipassana meditation

Vipassana – Stepping into Silence

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I had finally taken the step – 10 days of silence. 10 days of meditation

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My experience of attending Vipasanna course

When migraine pushed me towards Vipassana

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Pounding headaches, emotional roller coaster opened the doors to silence.

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When rituals cement bonds

Pithori Pooja – From our grandmother to our hearts 

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Pithori was never just a pooja—it was an emotional bond, a legacy of love.

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Newspaper reads and relaxed weekends

The Joy of Reading Newspapers

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On a rainy morning, I plunked myself on the bed near the window. The pitter-patter of the rain made a rhythmic sound. Our neighbouring garden wore the freshest hues of green. The grey skies, unhurried rain and chirping of birds made a perfect setting for my favourite weekend ritual – reading. Whether it is newspapers

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Climate Change

The Winning Thought – Climate Change

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Climate change is real. It’s in our kitchens, at our doorsteps, on our roads, and even at those beautiful destinations pinned on our travel wishlists.

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Seeking spiritual solace through Abhanga and Wari

Abhanga and the spiritual journey

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As a kid, I was always drawn to the verses ‘Dehachi Tijori’, ‘Dev devharyaat nahi’ or ‘Vithu Mauli Tu Mauli Jagaachi’ – not knowing if they were songs or abhangas. But something I diligently listened to during the Ganapati Utsav. While Ganapti aartis attain a different scale and energy while reciting ‘Yehi ho Vithale’ or

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I Drifted Away, But The Winning Spirit Stayed Close

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“Why haven’t you written new blog yet? Please don’t stop writing” It’s a line I often hear from a dear friend – part nudge, part loving scolding. She means it, every single time. She sees what I often miss. She believes in The Winning Spirit, and in me, more than I have allowed myself lately.

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2021 musings

2021 Musings – Be the Tortoise instead of the Hare

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Crossing Mental Health hurdles in the 2021 sprint race My trip to the Statue of Unity, Gujarat, pushed me a step closer to conquer a devil within – fear of heights. I resolved to make 2021 the year of new beginnings and renewed determinations. Looking back, 2021 gives me a foggy vision, of falling back

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Inspirational Quotes

The Winning Thought – Hug A Tree

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Last few days my minds was on a roller coaster ride. I was trying to absorb some work related developments, self-reflecting and yet coming to terms with reality. Sometimes it’s not what we want or need, but you tend to think – Do I really deserve to go through this? Are your efforts being really

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