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Quote of the Day by author of ‘Infinite Jest’ David Foster Wallace: ‘If you worship money and things, if they are where you tap real meaning in life, then…’ - Why chasing money, beauty, power and success can leave you feeling like you never have enough- Quote of the Day by Chris Martin: “There comes a point where it doesn't matter how many zeroes are… – Inspiring lessons on money, happiness, gratitude, bank balance and why money can’t buy happiness by the English singer known for his powerful performances and deep insights on life and wealth
- Quote of the Day by Jodie Foster: “It's very hard for me to get a new car. It's really hard for me to… – Inspiring lessons on change, memories, attachment, moving on and why some things are worth holding on to by the American actress known for her powerful performances and deep insights on letting go and life
- African proverb of the day: ‘Do not throw away the old bucket until you know whether the new one holds water’ - A timeless life lesson on giving value to what you have before making a changeProverb of the day: According to the African proverb, it’s wise to thoroughly test new pursuits while maintaining the strength of existing ...19 Aug, 2026, 02.21 PM IST
- Is Gen Z bad at saving money? Rs 5,000 loan request makes 26-year-old question how youngsters use lavish lifestyles to hide empty savingsA recent Reddit discussion has sparked a debate over Gen Z’s relationship with money, spending habits and financial discipline. What began ...18 Aug, 2026, 12.22 AM IST
- Quote of the Day by the Dalai Lama: “Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from...” — Inspiring life lessons on happiness, positivity, self-growth, gratitude, mindfulness, and inner peace and why taking small daily actions may be the real key to building a happier, more meaningful lifeQuote of the Day by the Dalai Lama: “Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions.” The thought offers a simple bu...14 Aug, 2026, 12.40 AM IST
- German proverb of the day: ‘There is no one luckier than he who thinks himself so’ - A timeless life lesson on how optimism leads to positive resultsProverb of the day: Genuine prosperity arises from appreciating what you have rather than chasing after possessions. A wise German proverb ...11 Aug, 2026, 04.15 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Banksy: ‘One original thought is worth 1000 meaningless quotes’ - A life lesson on thinking for yourselfWe are flooded with advice, often substituting for our own thinking. Banksy's quote highlights the value of one original thought over many ...08 Aug, 2026, 02.37 PM IST
- Why Aparigraha is Jainism's most relevant lesson todayJain philosophy teaches that nothing remains permanent, urging detachment from material possessions. This principle of Aparigraha aimed to ...31 Jul, 2026, 11.58 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Ramon Llull: ‘Man is nobler for his knowledge than for the gold and goods he possesses, even though these be…’ Timeless wisdom by Catalan poetRamon Llull, a medieval philosopher, championed knowledge over material possessions. He believed true human dignity stemmed from wisdom and...27 Jul, 2026, 03.01 PM IST
- Quote of the day by George Carlin: 'A person of good intelligence and sensitivity cannot exist in this society very long without having some anger about...' - Inspiring lessons on empathy, inequality, compassion, and why caring about injustice is a natural human response by the legendary American comedian and social criticQuote of the Day by George Carlin: George Carlin's quote, “A person of good intelligence and sensitivity cannot exist in this society very ...21 Jul, 2026, 10.14 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Pope Francis: "The emptier a person’s heart is, the more he or she needs to..." A timeless reminder about fulfillment over possessions and why true happiness cannot be boughtQuote of the Day: Pope Francis' quote “The emptier a person’s heart is, the more he or she needs to buy, own, and consume" highlights the l...17 Jul, 2026, 12.53 AM IST
- Psychology says people who own only one pair of socks aren't necessarily disorganized, they may simply have different prioritiesThe psychology discussed here applies to people who intentionally keep a very small wardrobe while maintaining healthy hygiene practices. B...09 Jul, 2026, 10.18 PM IST
- 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...07 Jul, 2026, 11.40 AM IST
- Best Proverb of the Day: 'As long as a man lives, the entire world is too small for him; after death, the grave is big enough' — Origin and meaning explainedA timeless proverb, "As long as a man lives, the entire world is too small for him; after death, the grave is big enough," offers a profoun...30 Jun, 2026, 02.44 PM IST
- Quote of the day by Seneca: “The greatest wealth is a poverty of desires” a life lesson on finding contentmentQuote of the day by Seneca: “The greatest wealth is a poverty of desires” explores the Stoic philosopher's belief that true wealth comes fr...28 Jun, 2026, 12.11 PM IST
- Quote of the Day by Spanish poet Antonio Machado: ‘Only a fool thinks price and value are…’Spanish poet Antonio Machado, a key figure of the Generation of '98, explored themes of time, memory, and the human condition. His introspe...13 Jun, 2026, 02.58 PM IST
- Gen Next borrows more as consumerism risesIndia's Gen Next is becoming more and more indebted by the day as consumerism gripped them with rise of credit cards spending.20 Feb, 2013, 11.08 AM IST
- Black magic & consumerismA report highlights the plight of owls in India, given that their supposed role in black magic makes them prone to being caught and traded ...04 Nov, 2010, 05.00 AM IST
- Hyper consumerism has spoiled world economy: M M JoshiMurli Manohar Joshi said hyper consumerism of Western nations spoiled the world economy and cautioned India against following it.15 Jun, 2009, 03.41 AM IST
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