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Parth Sawhney

the morning ritual: a common thread among the successful

the morning ritual: a common thread among the successful

“Ask yourself the following first thing in the morning: - What am I lacking in attaining freedom from passion? - And what for tranquility? - What am I? A mere body, estate-holder, or reputation? None of these things. - What, then? A rational being. - What then is demanded of

the pumpkin spice magic

the pumpkin spice magic

As the air turns crisp and the leaves transform into shades of red, orange, and gold, a familiar aroma begins to fill the atmosphere—pumpkin spice. The scent of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves brings with it a wave of nostalgia, evoking memories of cozy autumn evenings, family gatherings,

gratitude: the stoic path to mental resilience

gratitude: the stoic path to mental resilience

“In all things we should try to make ourselves be as grateful as possible. For gratitude is a good thing for ourselves, in a manner in which justice, commonly held to belong to others, is not. Gratitude pays itself back in large measure. — Seneca, Moral Letters, 81.19 The Stoics

making fear a catalyst for greatness

making fear a catalyst for greatness

In a world that often preaches the comfort of complacency, there lies a powerful counterargument: the transformative potential of disciplined fear. While it's easy to remain passive, watching life unfold from the safety of the sidelines, true growth and achievement demand that we step onto the battlefield of

the battle within: choosing love over fear

the battle within: choosing love over fear

The Serenity Prayer: God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. — Reinhold Niebuhr Remember those childhood cartoons where a character faced with a decision suddenly had a devil and an angel

amitabh bachchan: an icon for the ages

amitabh bachchan: an icon for the ages

Amitabh Bachchan, often referred to as the “Shahenshah” (Emperor) of Bollywood, is much more than just an actor in Indian cinema—he is an enduring symbol of excellence, resilience, and versatility. His remarkable career spans over five decades, during which he has not only shaped the course of Bollywood but

how to achieve financial freedom in America

how to achieve financial freedom in America

In the wealthiest nation on Earth, where abundance seems limitless and prosperity ever-expanding, one might assume that financial security in retirement is a given. Yet, for many, this assumption couldn't be further from reality. The stark truth is that a significant portion of the population faces a precarious

how Gandhi influenced millions to fight for a single cause

how Gandhi influenced millions to fight for a single cause

“Let us consider the power of faith as it is was demonstrated by a man well known to all of civilisation, Mahatma Gandhi of India. In this man the world experienced one of the most astounding examples of the possibilities of FAITH. Gandhi wielded more potential power than any man

know yourself… now

know yourself… now

“Death lies heavy upon one who, known exceedingly well by all, dies unknown to himself.” — Seneca, Thyestes, 400 Self-awareness, the ability to introspect and understand one's thoughts, feelings, and motivations, is a cornerstone of a fulfilling life. It is a prerequisite for authenticity, happiness, and meaningful relationships. Yet,

the power of disciplined aggression

the power of disciplined aggression

Discipline is often portrayed as a quiet, restrained force, a guardrail that keeps laziness at bay and ensures that we stay on the straight and narrow. While this image of discipline is true, it only scratches the surface. Discipline is not just a shield; it’s also a sword. It