Ekta | wisdomekta

This self-help book can be succinctly summarized as " repackaging old wine in a new bottle ". We Indians have a solid philosophical background and, although, the terms used in this book are new, the basic theme behind them is an age-old Hindu concept which, I guess, is not new for Indian reader.  The book basically says to trust to inner voice/gut (“ sage ”, a term used in the book) when kama (Desire/Lust), Krodha (Anger), Lobha (Greed), Maya (Ego), Moha (Attachment),  Matsarya (Jealousy) and Alasya (laziness) -aka “ saboteurs ”, a term used in the book, start controlling mann ; as Mann (“ judge ”, a term used in the book) later start dictating the life decisions if left uncontrolled. The book does a great job of showing how to shift from a "Saboteur mode" to a "Sage mode" mindset. It explains how to apply positive intelligence and resilience in everyday life using relatable case studies and practical exercises. The book outlines di...

Getting Ready to move out Disclaimer- This post is part of trait-series-for-kids which I began to search and write for my kids in 2019. With this series of blog posts containing knowledge-slash-experience, I pray from almighty that kids have simple but a magical life. The contents of the series are the outcome of the rigorous search, several readings and experiences, and self-reflection. Each trait post will end in a mantra to follow. ------ Mio Caro Figlio !!      As you grow, you will flee the protecting nest of ours and attempt to discover your path into this incredible world…fulfilling what your soul desires. You will constantly hear about "positive attitudes" but the son(s), let me tell you about developing "simple attitudes".       Scientifically, 'Attitude' is composed of three factors, which comprise a cognitive component, an affective or emotional component, and a behavioral component. The cognitive component is based on evidence or knowledge...

Disclaimer- This post is meant to be read at least twice Brooms are out, hands cleaning the dust, pockets purchasing the new. It is the season of festivities. The old things are getting replaced with new ones. With rows of lanterns lit inside and outside homes and buildings for the celebration, I wonder if our inner-old-self ever-renewed!! Well, in search of many such quests, my recent voyage led to this small read “ The Gita Way” by Shweta Chandra and Santosh Srivastava. “The Gita Way” is an irreligious take on the tenets of the Bhagavad Gita. It attempts to derive the insights of Gita through applications in the modern world and reflect light on matters of self-realization, and identifying and following the path to achieving the purpose of life. While reading this book, my curious spiritual mind started to question. Questions whose answers are not to be given out-loud or revealed to anyone but need introspection. ● Am I the type of person who is jealous of the other… or am I ...