One of the interesting idioms in the Hindu Mythology of Ramayana is that of “Squirrel service” ( ಅಳಿಲು ಸೇವೆ in kannada). It refers to a very small contribution. I have heard and used this a lot since my childhood and it has an interesting story behind: Lord Ram had to build a bridge (Rama Setu)ContinueContinue reading “The Squirrel service ( Alilu Seve ಅಳಿಲು ಸೇವೆ)”
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Happy New Year from India – Ugadi in focus
Whilst living in Shanghai, I have been asked by folks here at various occasions on when does India celebrate its New Year. Do we have something called as an Indian New Year? Well, I tell them its complicated. We have several new years in different provinces of India, and we don’t have one single NewContinueContinue reading “Happy New Year from India – Ugadi in focus”
A Weekend ritual
As my heart pounds faster, with every pedaling effort that I make…I am treated to this soothing cool breeze, all that I can take. As I get into my rhythm, my body responds well without much push…Adrenaline kicks in as I happily ride past the lovely trees & the bush. As the sweat on myContinueContinue reading “A Weekend ritual”
You Need 5 Hobbies
The first time I saw this “You Need 5 Hobbies” forward on LinkedIn in November 2020, I was instantly fascinated. What this meant was that the hobbies should serve some “purpose”. Hobbies that can fetch you some money, keep you fit & creative, add some wisdom and impact the way we perceive the world. Wow,ContinueContinue reading “You Need 5 Hobbies”
Proverb themed Bed time stories
One of the nicest routines that’s stuck recently between me and my daughter is about narrating a bed time story. I don’t need to explain how a bed time story telling to young kids influences their imagination & perspectives, but until recently I wasn’t doing this on a regular basis. After giving the routine someContinueContinue reading “Proverb themed Bed time stories”
What is permanent in life?
Last week while dropping my daughter Aishani to school, she asked “Papa, what is permanent in life?”. For a moment I was taken aback. I had not expected such a thought-provoking question in the morning rush hour. It took me a while to respond “oh, that’s a good question, who asked you?”. It was theirContinueContinue reading “What is permanent in life?”
Are you a worrier OR a warrior?
I still clearly remember this question from my manager at work in 2006. Although it’s been more than 15 years since, this question keeps coming back at me like a boomerang. More so, when I run into my annoying habit of worrying about anything and everything. It’s funny that sometimes when I have nothing toContinueContinue reading “Are you a worrier OR a warrior?”
The credit mindset
Credit is borrowing something from the “future” to have a better “present” One of the obvious things that comes to mind when picturing the term credit is the financial credit. Credit card, home loans, etc have become intrinsic parts of our lives. Although it serves its purpose when put to right use, for example borrowingContinueContinue reading “The credit mindset”
Life is all about memories, isn’t it
Piling up the memories as we live, with experiences adding up bit by bit…Cherish some & dread others, life is all about memories, isn’t it? Childhood memories are probably the best, school days sure was lot of fun…Enjoying every moment of life, playing with friends in the scorching sun. College memories, well, they are amazing,ContinueContinue reading “Life is all about memories, isn’t it”
Wo Ai Shanghai (I love Shanghai)
Living more than 4 years in this amazing city, enjoying the long dream run…So convenient, clean and safe, with many options to have lots of fun. Travelling by public bus & metro, fantastic way to explore this city…When not in mood to walk or bicycle, hail the ever convenient taxi. Parks and trees amidst someContinueContinue reading “Wo Ai Shanghai (I love Shanghai)”
Keep it simple, stupid. 