Stories from the grassroots | Thoughts on development | Lessons on leadership
Living amidst nature is something that many of us desire today. While most of us love to enjoy and experience the greenery, we seldom realise that it takes a lot of mindful effort not to lose what we already have.… Continue reading
A few years ago, Vish a friend who had lived for a long period in the US and had come back to resettle in Mysuru and I were talking about Swami Vivekananda and how his message had inspired me. Our talk drifted to how Swamiji was a tireless worker and how so much was done by him in such a short time.… Continue reading
Many a friend has asked me about my regular visits to the US and about the teaching I do here. One oft repeated question has been, ‘What are the major similarities & differences that you see between the two countries? ‘ And knowing my background, another question usually asked is about my continued commitment to the causes I espouse back home in India and how it relates to my visiting the US?… Continue reading
The excitement of coming to US for me is now-a-days dampened by the fatigue of the 24-hour air travel. While Emirates Airlines does try to make it as comfortable as possible, I think age is something I need to account for.… Continue reading
Becoming a parent is indeed a very different kind of feeling. The emotions that one feels are indeed difficult to describe. It makes one afraid, anxious, happy, proud and confused. It does leave one feeling incompetent and struggling to cope with the changing demands – physically, emotionally and intellectually.… Continue reading
Update-17: 10 to 12 Oct’12
Finally, I am flying down to another city within the same time zone! Orange county is one of the important counties of California and Fullerton is a city in Orange County. I had started this trip of mine with a visit to my brother’s place in Windsor, Canada and ended it with another family visit.… Continue reading
Traveling by air always seemed enjoyable for me when I was younger. It now clearly is a burden, especially if you are traveling 18 hours or more and changing flights in between. I am always fascinated how despite the intense stress of air travel, people seem to be so well-behaved and conform to the normal social standards!… Continue reading
A visit to London and the rest of UK is always an exciting prospect. The unpredictability of the weather, the opportunity to meet with old friends and the warmth & hospitality of our SVYM members enthused and left me filled with expectation.… Continue reading