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Witnessing the Chaos, Embracing the Calm

  Today has been another whirlwind. The pressure of work is intense, and the house feels like a never-ending mess. No matter how much I clean, my little daughter somehow manages to scatter everything again—twice as much. These challenges will pass, I know. But amidst it all, I also see my daughter growing up, her innocent mischief unfolding every day. I remind myself that maybe I should just let her be. Let her play, let her create her world. And as for the mess, I try to sort it calmly, as much as I can. If it gets done, great. If not, that’s okay too. Today, I spoke to myself. I witnessed myself—truly witnessed. I’ve been practicing the state of "Sakshi Bhav"—the observer’s mindset. I stayed with it, gently, throughout the day. My meditation today may have lasted only two or three minutes, but it happened. Interestingly, I’ve noticed that moments of meditation often arise spontaneously—especially when I’m feeding my daughter. At that time, I always have two options: I could...

Unleash Your Inner Peace: Why Animals are Your Best Mindfulness Teachers

In our hyper-connected, fast-paced world, the quest for inner peace often feels like an uphill battle. We're bombarded by the past's regrets and the future's anxieties, constantly pulling us away from the only moment we truly possess: the present . This is where Mindfulness Meditation steps in, promising a return to the "right now, right here." It's become a popular buzzword, with gurus and experts offering complex techniques and even hefty fees to unlock its secrets. But what if the profound wisdom of mindfulness has been available to us all along, free of charge, woven into the very fabric of nature? The Unsung Gurus: Your Pets and the Animal Kingdom Look no further than your beloved pet, or any creature in the wild. Observe them closely. When you're lost in play with your dog, are you truly present in that moment? Your pet certainly is. They don't fret about their next vet appointment or their dinner schedule. They are entirely engrossed in your c...

The Invisible Hand: My Journey with the Unseen Support

There are times when words fail, when the very essence of a feeling is too profound to be contained by language. This is how I often feel when I try to articulate my connection to something, someone, or some force that I can only describe as invisible support . Whether you're an illusion, imaginary, or undeniably real, I don't truly know. What I do know is the strength I feel, the profound sense of "okay-ness," when I think of you. You are something that uplifts me in ways I can't explain. I may not see you, but I can certainly feel you. There have been countless moments, particularly in times of struggle, when I've cried out for help and felt utterly alone. In those darkest hours, it seemed as though no aid was forthcoming, and I had to fight tooth and nail for every small victory. But then, as the dust settles and I look back, rewinding the whole "drama" of life, I start to notice it: tiny, unexpected moments of assistance, subtle shifts that pav...