Celebrating Kartik: Traditions and Memories of Odisha
The article reflects on the spiritual significance of the Kartik month in Odisha, a time when public festivities transition into a period of deep, inward devotion. Through nostalgi…
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15 Bengaluru Durga Puja Pandals 2026: Where to Go, What to Expect
This guide details the Durga Puja 2026 celebrations in Bengaluru, noting that the festival will feature an extra day of festivities due to a unique lunar calendar quirk. The author…
Vietnamese Cuisine: A Local’s Guide To The Best Vietnamese Food
This guest post by local guide Tino Nguyen provides a culinary roadmap to Vietnam, highlighting the country's iconic and flavorful dishes. It offers detailed descriptions of popula…
Ten Songs That Bring Out My Inner Diva
Tina Sequeira shares a curated "diva" playlist designed to inspire confidence and help listeners reclaim their presence through bold, authentic expression. Featuring a diverse mix …
Why Writing Is an Act of Hope and Courage
The author posits that writing is fundamentally an act of hope because it requires a belief that our thoughts and experiences are worth documenting and that a future exists to rece…
When My Private Life Found Its Way Into My Writing
The author reflects on her evolution from writing whimsical blog posts to using writing as a vital tool for navigating personal challenges such as stammering and grief. She discove…
Rebuilding Connections: The Missing Link in Workplace Wellbeing Today
The eighth edition of this newsletter explores how to foster employee thriving through humanistic leadership. It features insights from author Mark C. Crowley, which are then expan…
Marriages, Matrimonials and the Myth of Perfection
The article critiques the tendency to use superficial checklists, such as physical appearance and financial status, to find life partners through matrimonial advertisements. It arg…
Guest Post : Closely Guarded History and Beauty of Mahendra Giri
Mahendra Giri is a significant mountain in Odisha's Eastern Ghats, renowned for its mythological ties to Lord Parshurama and its geological connections to the ancient Gondwana land…