Parth Sawhney
sparking joy: the gentle art of tidying up
embracing gratitude: a sincere appreciation for life's blessings
When you start your day, take a few moments to feel grateful for all the good things around you. Be grateful for the comfortable bed you slept in, the roof over your head that keeps you safe, and the floor or carpet beneath your feet. Be thankful for having running
modesty and silence reveal true wisdom
"Wise men speak because they have something to say; fools because they have to say something." - Plato
In life, true wisdom often shines brightest when accompanied by modesty and silence. It's not about showing off or boasting, but rather about quietly and humbly embodying knowledge and
15 quotes to help you tame your material desires
Here are some quotes that highlight the spiritual understanding that indulging in desires only perpetuates the cycle of craving and dissatisfaction. They encourage us to seek fulfillment beyond material possessions and transient pleasures, and to discover a deeper sense of peace and contentment within ourselves.
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1. "Happiness is not
the cross you bear is the best of all (part 2)
"The Changed Cross" is a deeply profound poem that carries within its verses a powerful message of transformation and spiritual growth. This literary piece invites readers to reflect upon the significance of embracing life's challenges and finding meaning in the midst of adversity.
The central metaphor
the cross you bear is the best of all (part 1)
Carrying his own cross. (John 19:17)
"The Changed Cross" is a poem that recounts the story of a weary woman who believed that the burden she had to carry, symbolized by the cross, was undoubtedly heavier than those of others. Consequently, she longed to exchange her cross
love is about contribution, not possession
becoming a minimalist parent
don’t play the blame game
Epictetus once taught his students this lesson: “Finding fault with others when things are going badly for him is what an uneducated person does. Finding fault with himself is what a partially educated person does. Finding fault with neither others nor himself is what a fully educated person does.” (Handbook