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Japanese Mindset: 'Monozukuri'-The Japanese philosophy that turns making things into a lifelong practice of precision and mastery- In 1974, Steve Jobs came to India in search of Neem Karoli Baba, lived in ashrams with little money. What he learned later made Apple a trillion-dollar company
- Quote of the day: Yayoi Kusama’s “Just as Bodhidharma spent ten years facing a stone wall...” a life lesson on extraordinary dedication
- In 1970s, Pulitzer Prize-winning poet W.S. Merwin & his wife Paula bought barren land in Hawaii and turned it into 19-acre forest with 3,000+ palmsW.S. Merwin, a Pulitzer Prize-winning poet, transformed a barren plot of land in Hawaii into a thriving palm sanctuary. Initially focused o...20 Aug, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
- 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...13 Aug, 2026, 10.30 AM IST
- Japanese proverb of the day: "Even when every outer flame dies, guard the light..." — Inspiring life lessons on resilience, hope, inner strength, courage, perseverance, self-belief, and why protecting your inner light can help you survive life's darkest moments through timeless Japanese wisdomToday’s Japanese proverb of the day offers a powerful lesson in resilience: “Even when every outer flame dies, guard the light within yours...11 Aug, 2026, 12.47 AM IST
- Japanese proverb of the day: "A heart that has crossed the fire knows the sky, even without..." — Inspiring life lessons on resilience, courage, perseverance, emotional strength, hope, self-growth, and why life's hardest struggles often become the beginning of true freedom through timeless Japanese wisdomToday's Japanese Proverb of the Day: The famous ancient Japanese proverb, "A heart that has crossed the fire knows the sky, even without wi...08 Aug, 2026, 12.52 AM IST
- 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...30 Jul, 2026, 10.23 PM IST
- Japanese Proverb of the Day: "When the heart is unsettled, even the full moon appears..." — Inspiring life lessons on inner peace, mindfulness, emotional resilience, and why changing your mind before your circumstances can transform the way you experience life through timeless Japanese philosophical wisdomJapanese Proverb of the Day offers a simple thought with a powerful meaning: "When the heart is unsettled, even the full moon appears crook...29 Jul, 2026, 11.32 PM IST
- 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...16 Jul, 2026, 01.07 PM IST
- 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 ...04 Jul, 2026, 11.24 PM IST
- Buddhist proverb of the day: 'Life's ultimate truth is not only hidden from you; it is actively being corrupted by your opinions...' A centuries-old lesson on the dangers of passing judgments too quicklyThe Buddhist proverb, “The ultimate truth is not only hidden from you; it is actively being corrupted by your opinions,” reflects a key Zen...14 Jun, 2026, 03.59 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Alan Watts: 'A person who thinks all the time has nothing to think about except thoughts. So, he loses touch with reality...' - How constant overthinking can quietly disconnect people from real life explained by the British-American writerModern life keeps people constantly occupied with thoughts, worries, notifications, and endless mental noise, which is why Alan Watts’s quo...05 Jun, 2026, 01.14 PM IST
- Japanese proverb of the day: 'The bamboo that bends is stronger than the oak that...' - this powerful saying reveals the secret to handling life’s toughest moments and lessons on flexibility and adaptabilityJapanese proverb of the day: Japanese proverbs, known as 'kotowaza,' offer profound life lessons, often drawing inspiration from nature. To...20 Apr, 2026, 07.03 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Japanese philosopher Masao Abe, ‘It is not that I am empty, but rather that Emptiness is I’Japanese philosopher Masao Abe's quote, 'Emptiness is I,' redefines the self in Zen Buddhism. It signifies that our identity isn't fixed bu...23 Feb, 2026, 02.27 PM IST
- China authorities approve arrest of ex-abbot of Shaolin TempleAuthorities in central Henan province, where the Shaolin Temple is located, approved Shi's arrest on "suspicion of embezzlement, misappropr...16 Nov, 2025, 02.30 PM IST
- How L&T Infotech is trying to leverage conglomerate's strengths to leapfrog to the big leagueIf “deep knowledge” and “beginner’s mind” seem contradictory ideals, L&T Infotech acknowledges it.06 Jan, 2019, 09.55 AM IST
- Coup de grace!Devadutta, the Buddha’s cousin, tried to persuade Master to step down in his own favour. When he failed, Devadutta stormed out of the sangh...28 Feb, 2014, 04.00 AM IST
- Keep it simple!Google’s corporate motto, “Do no evil”, figures in a quaint Zen story. The Tang Dynasty poet Po Chü-I once asked the Zen master Niao-k’e, “...25 Nov, 2013, 03.45 AM IST
- On the One HandAccording to a legend, Bodhidharma, credited as the transmitter of Zen to China, refused to teach Dazu Huike initially.25 Dec, 2012, 06.27 AM IST
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