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The Question Paper of Life
Sometimes you just don't know the answer. Pause. Reflect. You may be looking at the wrong question paper.
How long Before I Succeed?
How long it will take to get there is not always dependent on the speed alone. There are four factors.
Why do People Love or Hate You?
People don't love or hate you but what you have to offer. If you have what they want, it's love, otherwise it's hate.
Why do We Sleep?
Your ego dissolves when you are sleeping. Like the drop that merges with the ocean, you become yourself.
The Meaning of Surrender
Surrender is a form of acceptance and you can surrender like a kitten or a monkey. Which one are you?
Do Not Quit
"So long as I get somewhere," said Alice. "Oh, you’re sure to do that," said the Cheshire Cat, "if you only walk long enough."
Gods and Demons
If two bulls are fighting, one angry and the other one calm, who will win? Read the story.
How to Be Happy
Regardless of the rain of adversities or the slush of problems, the vehicle of happiness runs on three wheels.
Pretending to be Someone Else
When you pretend to be someone you are not, you disconnect yourself from the source inviting unforeseen problems.
It Hurts More When Cold
Coldness turns soft snow into hard ice, brittle and cold. When you are cold inside, it hurts more, you become more fragile.
The Truth of The Four Queens
A king dearly loved his four wives but when the time came, they abandoned him. Here's a beautiful story.
How To Enjoy Life?
A leaf, once disconnected from the source, starts to dry and decay rapidly. Stay connected for infinite joy and bliss.
How to Overcome Anger
Let go of your anger, let it sink like the setting sun behind the horizon. Here are three practices.
Angry People of Three Types
No matter how beautiful the sandcastle, it's temporary. Waves will wash it away. What are you holding on to?
Two Types of Anger
The same fire that warms up a room can burn down the house too. Anger results from misdirected emotions.
