
Parth Sawhney

don’t let the college dream turn into a nightmare
Most parents share a common aspiration: seeing their child walk across a stage in a cap and gown, college degree in hand. This dream, deeply woven into the fabric of modern parenting, often comes with an unspoken assumption that student loans are simply part of the package. However, this acceptance

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj: the architect of the Maratha Empire and his enduring legacy
Today marks the birth anniversary of the founder of the Maratha Empire, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, who stands as one of India's most revered and visionary leaders. Born in 1630 in the hill fort of Shivneri, Maharashtra, Shivaji Maharaj rose to prominence during a tumultuous period of Indian history,
embracing the process: lessons from Demosthenes' journey
In the bustling streets of ancient Athens, a small, weak boy with a speech impediment dreamed of reclaiming what was rightfully his. This was Demosthenes, whose name would one day echo through the corridors of history as the greatest orator Athens had ever known. But how did he transform himself
seize the moment, take action
The gap between intention and achievement is bridged by one thing alone: action. We often wait for the perfect moment, the right feeling, or some external signal to begin. But life's greatest truth is that these perfect conditions are illusions that keep us trapped in stasis.
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the 15% solution: building a dignified retirement
spread your love seeds wherever you go
Today is Valentine’s Day, a day often associated with romantic love, but it is so much more than that. It is a universal celebration of love in all its forms—a day to generate sincere warmth, appreciation, and recognition for others. It is an opportunity to spread the seeds
silent signals: how your body warns you about nutrient deficiencies
Our bodies have a remarkable way of signaling when something is off balance. Subtle symptoms like brittle nails, twitching muscles, or easy bruising may seem minor, but they can be early indicators of nutrient deficiencies that, if left unaddressed, could lead to more serious health issues. Dr. Sethi, a leading
perceiving opportunity in adversity: life lessons from John D. Rockefeller
In times of crisis, most people see only disaster. But history's greatest achievers have possessed a remarkable ability to perceive opportunity where others see only calamity. Perhaps no figure better exemplifies this than John D. Rockefeller, whose response to the Panic of 1857 reveals profound lessons about the
let go once, live light forever
We often cling to our possessions, convinced that letting go will be too painful or that we might need them “someday.” But as author Courtney Carver points out, the real cost of keeping everything is far greater than we realize. Clutter doesn’t just fill our closets and shelves—it