It's long been said that a healthy person wants a thousand things, while someone who is ill wants just one thing.
A friend once shared that it was only after he lost his eyesight when he realized what was truly important to him, and all that he could do without. Read more
Our outlook on life is always in flux and primarily influenced by two voices: our inner voice, as well as our outer voice that is a collective of all of the thoughts that we take in from the world. Read more
Imagine being in your 40s and deciding that after years of immense suffering, you have little choice but to get divorced. You come from an orthodox Christian family. You have children who will be devastated. And now you have to break the news to your parents who you know will be wrecked by the news. Read more
4-5 yellow onions, halved
1 bunch of green onions
10 garlic cloves
Knob of ginger about 1 tablespoon
Piece of dashima (Dried seaweed) - about the size of 2 adult hands
Large pot of water Read more
I've long observed that the people who inspire me the most are those who are driven by a sense of purpose that transcends personal gain. Jesus of Nazareth and Mahatma Gandhi, are two such figures for me.
A third person who I deeply admire is boxing champion, Muhammad Ali, who clearly fought for something beyond himself. To those who knew him, it was exceedingly clear that he was not driven by money, fame, or personal glory. Read more
Between my parents' siblings, I have 11 aunts and uncles. Though I have fondness for and good memories of many of them, it's only my aunt on my mom's side who I share a deep bond with. I've come to realize that such bonds are made over decades of putting forth consistent effort to show someone that we truly care about their well-being.
I'm immensely grateful that our boys also have a similar bond with my younger sister, one that has been created by her showing them through her actions over 18 years that she genuinely roots for them to experience all good things in life. Read more