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Quote of the day by Dogen Zenji: 'Prefer to be defeated in the presence of the wise than to excel among...' - Japanese Zen master's timeless lesson on choosing wisdom over recognition and why humility, growth and true success matter more in lifeDogen Zenji, a key figure in Japanese Zen Buddhism, emphasized learning from wise individuals. He believed that being among knowledgeable p...- Happiness Habit of the day by Vietnamese monk Thich Nhat Hanh: ‘Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile' a lesson on how small acts can create happinessVietnamese Buddhist monk Thích Nhất Hạnh believed happiness can work both ways. In his famous quote, he said that sometimes joy creates a s...
- Japanese proverb of the day: “The reverse side also has a reverse side” — Inspiring life lessons on perspective, wisdom, patience, critical thinking, self-awareness, open-mindedness, better decision-making, and why every truth deserves a second look from traditional Japanese wisdomJapanese proverb of the day: The ancient Japanese proverb "The reverse side also has a reverse side" (Ura no ura wa omote) explores the sub...
- Japanese Mindset: 'Yūgen'- The Japanese philosophy that reveals the beauty beyond wordsJapanese Mindset: Yugen embodies the deep emotions that elude straightforward articulation. Rooted in Japanese aesthetics, this ideal celeb...
- Buddhist Proverb of the Day: "When the student is ready, the teacher appears. When the teacher is ready, the student disappears"; life lessons on personal growth, humility, lifelong learning and embracing changeThe greatest lessons in life often arrive only when we are ready to understand them. This ancient Zen Buddhist proverb explores the importa...
- Anand Mahindra shares one of the most important lessons his parents taught him: 'If we remain curious and humble...'; also wishes everyone on Guru PurnimaIndustrialist Anand Mahindra marked Guru Purnima by sharing a lesson his parents instilled in him, that wisdom is not limited to one teache...
- Famous Japanese proverb of the day: "Cold and heat last until the equinox" — Inspiring life lessons on patience, resilience, hope, perseverance, emotional strength, personal growth, and why every difficult season eventually gives way to brighter days through timeless Japanese wisdomJapanese proverb of the day: The Japanese proverb "Cold and heat last until the equinox" (Atsusa samusa mo higan made) offers a powerful, n...
- Japanese proverb of the day: "The moon lives in the heart of the water" — Inspiring life lessons on inner peace, purpose, mindfulness, emotional wisdom, resilience, self-discovery, and why a calm mind often reveals the path you've been searching for in ancient Japanese philosophyToday's famous Japanese proverb of the day says, “The moon lives in the heart of the water.” This timeless saying from ancient Japanese wis...
- US schoolgirl Mira Trivedi: Meet the Indian-origin New Jersey teen campaigning to stop schools from calling Hitler's symbol a 'swastika'A New Jersey teenager is campaigning for schools to distinguish the Hindu swastika from the Nazi Hakenkreuz. Mira Trivedi began this effort...
- Japanese Mindset: Wabi-Sabi- The Japanese aesthetic philosophy that teaches you to find beauty in imperfection and live with less stressWabi-sabi is a Japanese philosophy that finds beauty in imperfection and impermanence. This mindset encourages acceptance of change and app...
- Japanese mindset of the day by Daisaku Ikeda: 'Even if things don't unfold the way you expected, don't be...' - motivational life lessons by Japanese Buddhist leader and philosopher teaches why those who never give up win in the end and how to positively overcome failureLife lesson by Daisaku Ikeda: Japanese philosopher Daisaku Ikeda emphasized steady progress over immediate success, encouraging continued a...
- Quote of the day by Chinese scholar Huineng, 'One flash of wisdom destroys ten thousand years of ignorance' offers life advice on how a single moment of understanding can create lasting positive change far beyond one person's lifeQuote of the day by Huineng tells us about the extraordinary power of understanding. Wisdom has the ability to replace confusion with clari...
- As South Korean Buddhism woos Gen Z, how hip is too hip?In fast-secularising South Korea, Buddhism is regaining popularity thanks to a "hip" trend wooing Gen Z with festivals, fashion, robots and...
- Japanese mindset of the day by Shunryu Suzuki: "Without accepting the fact that everything changes, we cannot find..." - inspiring life lessons by Sōtō Zen monk on embracing changes and why accepting change can end unnecessary sufferingJapanese mindset of the day by Shunryu Suzuki: Zen teacher Shunryu Suzuki emphasized accepting life's constant flow for inner peace. He tau...
- Japanese mindset of the day by Shunmyō Masuno: 'When work or interpersonal relationships aren't going well, throwing yourself into...' - Japanese Zen Buddhist monk teaches why not every problem needs an immediate solution and life lessons on patience and decision-makingJapanese life lesson by Shunmyō Masuno: Zen Buddhist monk Shunmyo Masuno advocates for patience in difficult situations. He suggests waitin...
- The Best Advice for Life by Dalai Lama: 'No matter what sort of difficulties, how painful experience is...'- Why holding on to hope is the greatest strength in difficult timesDalai Lama's life underscores that while pain and loss are inevitable, surrendering hope is the true disaster. His journey from Tibet's spi...
- Indian-origin spiritual leaders, thinkers' left lasting impact in US, says diaspora bodyA diaspora group talks how Indian thinkers and spiritual leaders have influenced American culture. Starting with Swami Vivekananda’s messag...
- Buddhist proverb of the day: 'If your mind is a cluttered room, even a diamond will just look like piece of garbage on the floor...' A simple lesson on how your state of mind reshapes the version of reality you seeThe Buddhist proverb, "If your mind is a cluttered room, even a diamond will just look like piece of garbage on the floor," highlights how ...
- 'Rich Dad Poor Dad' Robert Kiyosaki says Indian guru helped him realise making money isn’t life's missionRobert Kiyosaki urged people to pursue their life's purpose instead of chasing money, saying financial success follows meaningful work. Cit...
- Proverb of the day: 'A cat may go to a monastery, but...' Life lessons from African proverb on fundamental nature, intrinsic characteristics, surroundings, authenticity and self-acceptance, behavioral consistency and realistic expectationsProverb of the Day: "A cat may go to a monastery, but she still remains a cat" is an Ethiopian saying that explains how a person's basic na...
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