Parth Sawhney
the diya within: nurturing your inner light
“Protect your own good in all that you do, and as concerns everything else take what is given as far as you can make reasoned use of it. If you don’t, you’ll be unlucky, prone to failure, hindered and stymied.”
— Epictetus, Discourses, 4.3.11
Each of us
why you must cultivate a discipline of detachment
The world in which we live now is a world of access. Never before in the history of humanity has it become so much easier to acquire things. Just a click of a few buttons, maybe a phone call, and you can get whatever you want. Due to this ease,
the power of habits: cultivating excellence through intentional living
“Every habit and capability is confirmed and grows in its corresponding actions, walking by walking, and running by running … therefore, if you want to do something make a habit of it, if you don’t want to do that, don’t, but make a habit of something else instead. The
the y factor: the role of pleasure in food choices
Food is not merely sustenance; it is a source of pleasure, a social glue, and a cornerstone of culture. While the nutritional content of what we eat is undeniably crucial for maintaining health, the role of the “Y factor,” i.e. the “yum factor,” in food choices cannot be overlooked.
it’s the little things that add up in the end
“You must build up your life action by action, and be content if each one achieves its goal as far as possible—and no one can keep you from this.”
— Marcus Aurelius, Meditations, 8.32
In the fabric of human existence, it's often the tiniest threads that weave
the path to inner peace: ancient wisdom for modern serenity
“Nothing can bring you peace but yourself. Nothing can bring you peace but the triumph of principles.”
– Ralph Waldo Emerson
In our fast-paced and often chaotic world, the quest for inner peace and emotional control has never been more critical. To be effective in our lives—whether as participants, leaders,
the power of social influence on money habits
“The wealthy are often careful about the social influences they allow in their lives.”
– Thomas J. Stanley, The Millionaire Next Door
Human behavior is profoundly shaped by the social environment. We pick up habits, both good and bad, from those around us: parents, teachers, family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, mentors, celebrities,
letting go of false love stories: the importance of intentionality in romantic relationships
In the quest for love, it is easy to fall into the trap of romanticizing brief, fleeting connections. We meet someone who captivates us on a first date, and suddenly, we envision a future filled with shared experiences, deep conversations, and mutual growth. However, it is crucial to recognize that
inaction in the face of evil is itself a form of evil
“Often injustice lies in what you aren’t doing, not only in what you are doing.”
— Marcus Aurelius, Meditations, 9.5
Throughout history, humanity has demonstrated an alarming capacity for evil, not only actively but also passively. The Holocaust stands as one of the most harrowing examples of this dual