7 learnings from joint families

What is the meaning of Akash tattva? In the vast realm of Indian astrology, the Sky (Space or Ether) element plays a pivotal role. This element, often referred to as the "Ether element" or "Akash tattva," in Sanskrit is one of the foundational building blocks of life. It is one of the 5 elements of nature that are extensively discussed in Vedic texts. The four elements—earth, water, fire, and air—fill the space left by this element, which is the essence of emptiness. But what exactly is this e

The Air element is one of the four classical elements, with the others being Fire, Water, and Earth. In astrology, the zodiac signs are categorized into these four elements. The air signs are Aquarius, Gemini, and Libra. It is believed that these signs are characterized by intellect, communication, and a sense of freedom. However, at times, there may be an imbalance in the air element. This blog post explores the causes of imbalance in the air element. What is the meaning of the Air element?

Do you ever get an uneasy sensation in your stomach when you are anxious or nervous?  Have you ever felt a tightness or soreness in your lower back when you're under stress or unsupported? Do you remember feeling a lump in your throat the last time you cried? This shows how emotions are associated with specific parts of the body. We can attribute it to the 7 chakras of the body. What is a chakra? The term "chakra" is derived from the Sanskrit word for "wheel" or "disc," and each chakra is th

When your actions and words align with your intentions, that is honesty. However, it takes courage to get here. Not everyone can project their intentions irrespective of the outcome. Here are 4 ways you can begin being honest. 1. Find the "WHY": Whether a relationship, a job, or any other activity, sometimes we get into it solely based on our expectations from the outcomes. As a result, we may fail to realize what we want and get greedy. Instead, ask yourself why you're doing what

We're all trying our best to be honest. First, with ourselves and then the people around us. But do we know what honesty even is? The definition of honesty is 'the quality of being honest.' It also means telling the truth. But what exactly is the truth? And how honest are you with yourself? Reflect upon these questions to see where you stand: 1. How do I feel about the people in my life? 2. Do I communicate my true feelings to the people around me? 3. Do my thoughts align with my behavior

Social anxiety disorder, also known as social phobia, is a type of anxiety disorder that induces weakening fear and anxiety in social situations. People experiencing this disorder fear attending social gatherings, meeting new people, engaging in small talk, etc. They are scared of being judged or criticized. This is entirely different from being shy or nervous. E.g., all of us face a certain degree of nervousness when meeting someone new or going for an important interview. This nervousness is c

Earlier, the only way an artist could share their work was to showcase the end product. However, the internet has changed this. Now, you can take your audience through your entire process with you! The fact remains—if you want to build an audience for yourself, you need to show up! This means consistently putting out value-adding content. However, you may find yourself running out of ideas or simply not having the time to create that 'perfect piece of content' every single day. Here's the thing

Healthy communication is the key to successful relationships in life. However, this does not always involve pleasant conversations. Sometimes, there are some difficult conversations that need to happen to maintain peace in that relationship as well as in our lives. So, it's okay if these conversations make you anxious. Following are some ways to help you make these conversations easier: 1. Ask yourself if you are ready: Having these conversations is not easy, so it is important that you o

"Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning is young." ~ Henry Ford In this ever-changing and advancing world most crucial skill to learn is how to LEARN. The ability to learn quickly is the most in-demand competitive advantage to have. We never know how the jobs in the next ten years might look like. But the best we can do is to add new skills and learnings every day. Here are few tips you need to succeed in this ever-changing world: 1. Be curi

"You don't want to see your parents?" "We did everything for you, and you can't be bothered to visit?" If you have heard these complaints from your parents, then this article is for you. The guilt coming from parents is often just their love and fear in disguise. However,  just because it's so common, it's not harmless! Parents don't realize the toll this guilt trip takes on their child's mental and physical health.  As children end up feeling manipulated, they shut down emotionally. They sta