Choices that seem small and inconsequential to an uninformed person are seen as sizable and consequential by a well-informed person. For example, if a plane deviates even fractionally from its path, it may in a few hours end up hundreds of miles off-course. If we want someone to choose wisely, we need to highlight the [...]
When we hear the descriptions of Krishna given in scripture — for example, his complexion is bluish-black — we may wonder:…
Suppose we are driving for an important meeting but can’t find the venue. Even if we are driving a limo, we may stop and ask…
Suppose we get into an argument with someone, specifically a loved one with whom we want a long-lasting relationship. We…
Once an award-winning painter was asked, “How do you draw such magnificent paintings?” The painter’s reply: “One…
Suppose someone we know does something wonderful that is widely lauded. If we try something similar and fail, we may feel…
Suppose we want to write a best-selling book. Suppose further we start worrying that what we write may not turn out to be so…
Maturity provides us the ability to use our ability properly; it underlies the steady temperament by which we can avoid …
Suppose we attempt something challenging and fail. We may feel disappointed, even devastated. Not wanting such negative…
Suppose we have ten urgent things to do that all seem equally important. If these ten things require us to go in ten different…
Suppose our energy level starts dropping while we strive to manage our many to-dos. We might presume that we are weak, sick…
Suppose a dream project of ours fails irrecoverably. Having no other alternatives, we may grit our teeth and struggle to…
We sometimes give in to certain sensual temptations that run contrary to the principles we hold sacred. And if we don’t…
Suppose while we are working from home, we see from a window our neighbor’s son playing with a ball. While following the…
Suppose we are walking through nature, while wearing earphones to hear music. Suppose further we are unwittingly heading…
Do you sometimes feel that your life is becoming too complex? Too many things to do? Too many things others want you to do? …
Positive thinking works best when it keeps us focused on opportunities amid difficulties. Our attention usually follows…
Life is filled with binaries of ups and downs. In the world outside, we encounter binaries such as heat-cold, health-sickness,…
Nowadays, negative thinking is often criticized. However, what that term means is frequently left unspecified. Broadly,…
Our mind often keeps us dissatisfied by looking at those who have more than us. Though such a vision can foster ambition, …