A View of Success Just outside the entrance to my apartment building is a makeshift bookstall. The owner is a young man and according to me, he is one of those rare booksellers who are actually interested in books. I am more an observant passer-by often eye-browsing his collection. Yet each time I show someContinue reading "A View of Success"
Making it through the new normal
Making it through the new normal “Well done! Continue to get the first rank in all your exams.” “Congratulations on buying that stylish new car.” “Wow, I’m so proud you made it into that prestigious institution!” “You definitely deserve that promotion.” Phew! Hearing such positive statements from people around us helps us validate our achievementsContinue reading "Making it through the new normal"
The X factor
The X factor What is unique in a human being? Fingerprint, iris, retina, ear, lips, tongue, voice, toe print, or teeth. What is common among human beings? Love, loneliness, guilt, laughter, tears, yearning, regret, aspirations, or dreams. The need to be accepted seems at conflict with the yearning to be different. Do you want toContinue reading "The X factor"
Because you’re worth it
Because you're worth it! ‘Is it really worth it?’ I’ve been asked this question every time I buy a book. With e-books being available, hardcopy seems almost redundant. Not to me though. Never will. I love to hold a book in my hand. It becomes an extension of myself. During social gatherings, it becomes likeContinue reading "Because you’re worth it"
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