August 2024

Mira was barely 16. Excited about life. She had dreams. She was vulnerable. She was impressionable. A life-changing incident. She waited long enough that taught her the power of forgiveness and standing up for herself. Mira, a young, bubbly teenager with a big dimpled infectious smile, was a happy child. She had dreams, Cinderella fantasies; […]

Introducing 12.01 am thoughts. As my head touches the pillow before I close my eyes, my thoughts kick in with full speed. I visualize my entire day and replay any scenario that may have had a profound impact on me. I try to self-reflect and will admit that my brain becomes a lone wanderer. Pen

Everything happens for a reason. Every situation is created for a specific reason. Every experience is a teacher, a guide, and steers us in the right direction. We may not understand the WHY, but it is has taught me to live in the moment. Someday it will all make perfect sense so just accept the

We run around. We chase people. We crave materialistic things. What happens in that process? We lose ourselves.   I was in the same boat for some time until I realized how important it was to focus on my inner self. If you want to chase anything, take a flight with yourself.   Remember, the

I am not where I used to be. I am away from the buzz. I am away from the commotion. I am away from the cacophonic chatter. I am away from the tumultuous emotions. I am away from the hurricane of my thoughts. So, where am I? Growing within myself. Growing to lend my voice

NaMāste, I wanted validation. I wanted acceptance. I wanted a stamp of approval. Ironically, I needed to understand that SELF is a peaceful revolution within me to uplift myself. At the top of my career, a happy family life, somewhat materialistically driven with both feet heavily dipped in the social arena, living in a world

In this fast-paced world, where our lives are constantly under a fine microscope, if you have that one soul, hold on tight to them… That one breath. That one loving touch. That one uplifting word. Hold on to that one angelic soul. Hold on to that one guiding spirit. Hold on to that one heavenly

Our heart knows it all…an untouched and natural silhouette of love, empathy, and passion. Follow the guiding light, it will always steer you in the right direction. Connect with the deepest ocean of SELF. Stand tall, tower up, and put yourself on the highest pedestal of grit and poise. ***Never say no to your heart,

Quote Cáfe #vegangalore I have not tasted cakes, pastries, muffins, and dessert platters in years when served in fancy cafes, events, or even at home. My luck, as I am a pure vegetarian, so no eggs in my stomach. However, the tables turned upside down during our Mendocino trip last month. I was on a

Quote Cáfe #downmemorylane Dr. Chugh, “your patient is ready to be seen.” I go inside the room and greet Mr. Tran. “How are you doing, Mr. Tran? What brings you to the office? Well, it’s just a routine check-up, doctor, trying to monitor a few pathological findings in my eyes.” I started reviewing the bulky