General Interests

3 Benefits of Dark Chocolates and Why You Should Have Them

General InterestsAugust 1, 2023

If you're anything like me, you (probably) have a sweet tooth and you (absolutely) love chocolates (milk, white or dark)! Not surprisingly, chocolates are one of the most frequently eaten sweet treats people love. And dark chocolates are no different. Research suggests that in 2023, the annual global consumption of chocolate is estimated at 7.5…

The Man in the Queue – Kindness Story

General Interests, Real Life ExperiencesJune 28, 2019

Random Act of Kindness at the Store A few days back, I accompanied my mother to the newly opened store for household products and gift items, etc. It was a casual day out that soon turned into my real-life kindness story, thanks to one man's act of kindness! We browsed through the attractive items on…

How to Make New Year Resolutions and Stick to them?

General Interests, Self Development and MotivationJanuary 1, 2019

A brand-new year is upon us - a clean slate that is ours to fill with new hopes, dreams, and ambitions. It's also the time when most of us are silently pondering over our New Year's Resolutions, hoping to follow through on them, till the end of the year and wondering if that's even possible. …

The Common Cold & I

General Interests, Musings, Real Life ExperiencesAugust 1, 2018

My Tryst with the Common Cold I still remember that cold and gloomy winter evening. I was staying home from school the last few days thanks to the same-old, nagging problem that would always catch up on me in winter - that brutal, heartless and severely distressing common cold. Fed up with feeling sick and…

12 Famous Spiritual Destinations in India You Should Visit

General Interests, Travel, Wellness & WellbeingMarch 12, 2018

It is imperative to understand that it is our mind that controls and affects our thoughts, words, actions, and behaviour. A person with a negative frame of mind is filled with anxiety, apprehension, and self-doubt, whereas those with a positive mind frame are hopeful, peaceful, and happy. This is precisely what well-being is all…

Life Lessons Learned from my Nieces and Nephew

3 Fantastic Skills I Developed as an Aunt

General Interests, Lessons Learned, Real Life ExperiencesFebruary 28, 2018

Life Lessons we can learn from Kids - As parents and adults, we are constantly trying to tutor, educate and teach our kids essential life skills, good habits, and manners which will hold them in good stead as they grow up. We are the experienced lot with a treasure trove of knowledge to share and…

Is Your Favourite Beauty Salon Right for You?

General Interests, Wellness & WellbeingFebruary 1, 2018

When was the last time you visited your favourite beauty parlour - you know that little place down the street? Recently, right? A visit to the parlour is a routine task that we all engage in without much forethought and there lies the risk. To shortlist and choose the right beauty salon for your recurring…

The Best 8 Gift Ideas for Your Writer Friend

Freelance Writing, General Interests, Writing InspirationDecember 24, 2017

With Christmas cheer all around and the New Year fast approaching, holiday gift shopping is on everyone’s mind. And while they say, 'it is the thought that counts', you surely want to pick a gift that you know the recipient is going to appreciate and enjoy, while still staying within your budget, right? So, let's…

How to Keep Your Home Clean?

General InterestsMay 2, 2017

Spick and Span: Cleanliness at Home A clean and tidy home not only contributes immensely to our well-being, but it also promotes the flow of positive energy. This is why it is important to know both, how to keep the air clean in your home and how to keep your home clean. After a…

Shopping at Promenade Mall, New Delhi | Review, What’s to Like?

General Interests, ReviewsMarch 28, 2017

A Day at DLF Promenade Mall in Vasant Kunj, New Delhi With the Sun smiling brightly, stepping out in Delhi's summer heat for a casual afternoon of lunch, window shopping or even business networking can be exceedingly sweaty and messy, to say the least. Thankfully, there are plenty of malls like the DLF Promenade Mall…

I Love These Movies & Life Lessons They Have Taught Me

Freelance Writing, General Interests, Lessons LearnedMarch 15, 2017

I’ve always felt that watching a good movie is a lot like reading a riveting novel or an engrossing write-up with the added benefit of visuals thrown into the equation. It’s fascinating how a well-made movie with a strong storyline, emphatic narration and apt dialogues, intertwined with human feelings can take us on a ride…

A Simple Wish – Act of Kindness

General Interests, Lessons Learned, Real Life ExperiencesFebruary 23, 2017

Kindness and Its Rewards - True Kindness Story From a young age, my parents have taught me the importance of giving generously to the less fortunate. Out of habit, whenever there is something, I can spare, I give it to someone on the streets. Last week, as I left the house to…