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PLANT YOUR OWN GARDEN AND DECORATE YOUR OWN SOUL

Remember to plant your own garden and decorate your own soul instead of always waiting for someone to bring you flowers. Because sometimes, the people you’re waiting for might never come. And even if they do, they might not bring the flowers you hoped for.

You can’t depend on others to make you feel special, seen, loved all the time. People have their own battles and their own lives, also sometimes, they forget to water your heart. That’s why it’s so important to take care of yourself first. Plant your dreams, water your peace, grow your happiness like a little garden inside you. Even if no one claps for you, clap for yourself. Even if no one notices your growth, be proud of it anyway.

Don’t wait for someone to tell you you’re beautiful, feel it in the way you treat yourself kindly. Don’t wait for someone to remind you of your worth, see it in the way you rise again after every fall. Decorating your soul means filling your life with things that bring you peace. It means spending time doing what you love, listening to your heart, being gentle with your mistakes and forgiving yourself.

One day, someone may come with flowers. But by then, your own garden will already be blooming. And that person won’t complete you, they’ll simply add to the beauty you already built for yourself. So love yourself like you always wanted to be loved. Care for your heart like it’s something precious. You are not meant to sit in silence, waiting for someone else to bring you happiness. You are the gardener. You are the artist. You are the soul. And you deserve to bloom forever. 💐

— Dorothea.

KARMA HAS NO MENU

A beautiful butterfly flew around the meadows and enjoyed its freedom and the wonderful world around her.

One day the snake noticed her and began chasing her to eat her. The butterfly ran all day, where it wasn't trying to hide, but the snake quickly and silently slid into the grass and kept coming to it, ready to devour it.

Finally, the beautiful butterfly got tired of the pursuit, saw that there was no way to escape from the vicious snake, and gave up. But in the last moment before its end, she turned to her and said:

- Can I ask you something before you eat me?

- It is not in my nature to give explanations - turned the snake away, - but, come on, let it go from me... Ask.

- Do you basically feed on butterflies?

- Nope.

- Have I done something bad to you?

- Nope.

- Then why do you want to destroy me?

– You just tease me with your beauty... And by the fact that you fly!

Moral Of The Story:

“That is the nature of toxic,evil people: first they pretend to be good in order to trap their target. They then fulfill all their demands, relentlessly torment innocent people, and still remain unsatisfied even after ruining their lives—until they finally destroy them completely.”

MARRIAGES ARE MADE IN HEAVEN

He told her he'd marry her when they were just kids. She laughed. Eighteen years later, he asked again—and this time, she said yes.

Gabriel García Márquez was 13 years old when he first saw Mercedes Barcha at a school dance in Colombia. She was nine, wearing a beautiful dress, and he was captivated.

In that bold way only teenagers can manage, he walked up and told her: "One day, I'm going to marry you."

Mercedes thought he was joking. Who takes a 13-year-old boy seriously?

But Gabriel—Gabo, as everyone called him—was dead serious.

For years, they stayed in touch but lived separate lives. He pursued journalism and writing. She built her own path. But he never forgot that promise.

When Gabo was 30, he showed up again. This time, he wasn't a boy making wild predictions. He was a man keeping a promise.

"I told you I'd marry you," he said.

In 1958, Mercedes Barcha became Mercedes García Márquez. They built a life together, had two sons—Rodrigo and Gonzalo—and faced everything that came next as partners.

What came next nearly broke them.

By the mid-1960s, Gabo had published several books, but he wasn't famous. He wasn't wealthy. He was a struggling writer with a family to support, haunted by a story he couldn't stop thinking about—an epic tale of a fictional town called Macondo, spanning generations, mixing reality with magic.

He called it "One Hundred Years of Solitude."

But to write it properly, he needed time. Not stolen hours between jobs—real, uninterrupted, focused time. So he made a decision that terrified Mercedes: he would quit everything else and write full-time.

They had almost no savings.

Gabo sold their car. The bills piled up. Creditors came calling. For 18 months, Mercedes stretched every peso, juggled debts, and kept the household running while Gabo disappeared into his manuscript every day.

Friends worried. Family questioned the decision. But Mercedes never wavered.

"Keep writing," she told him. "We'll figure out the rest."

Finally, in 1966, the manuscript was finished. Gabo emerged from his writing cave with a book he believed in—but they faced one final, almost comical obstacle:

They had no money to mail it to the publisher.

The manuscript was over 1,300 pages. The postage to Buenos Aires would cost about 120 pesos—money they simply didn't have.

So Mercedes did what she'd been doing for 18 months: she found a way. She pawned jewelry. She sold household items. Some stories say she even pawned her hairdryer—which, if true, meant something in 1960s Colombia where such things weren't cheap.

She gathered enough money to send the manuscript in two packages. They mailed it and waited, completely uncertain whether their gamble would pay off.

It did.

"One Hundred Years of Solitude" was published in 1967. It sold out its first printing in days. Within weeks, it was a sensation across Latin America. Within years, it was translated into dozens of languages and recognized as one of the greatest novels of the 20th century.

Gabo received awards, recognition, and finally financial security. In 1982, he won the Nobel Prize in Literature, becoming one of the most celebrated authors in the world.

But he never forgot who made it possible.

In interviews throughout his life, García Márquez credited Mercedes not just with supporting his career, but with being the foundation it was built on. She wasn't just the woman behind the great man—she was his partner, his first reader, his anchor when doubt crept in.

When someone once asked Mercedes what it was like being married to a Nobel Prize winner, she smiled and said something like: "I married him long before anyone gave him prizes."

She had believed in him when he was just a boy making promises. She believed in him when he had nothing but a wild story about a town that didn't exist. And she believed in him when believing meant pawning everything they owned to mail a manuscript into the unknown.

Gabriel García Márquez and Mercedes Barcha were married for 56 years, until his death in 2014. She passed away in 2020.

Their love story reminds us that behind every great achievement is often someone who believed first—someone who said "keep going" when quitting would have been easier, someone who sacrificed quietly while the world was watching someone else.

Success stories usually focus on the person who crossed the finish line. But rarely do they tell you about the person who helped them get there—who held things together, who made the impossible possible, who pawned the hairdryer so a manuscript could reach its destination.

Mercedes didn't write "One Hundred Years of Solitude."

But without her, the world might never have read it.

And maybe that's the real story worth telling: not just what we achieve, but who believed in us when we had nothing but a dream and a promise.

TODAY GOVATSA DWADASI

THE SACRED COW IN SANATHAN DHARMA: UNDERSTANDING ITS SYMBOLISM AND IMPORTANCE

By ASHWIN TRIKAMJEE.

THE cow occupies a very important place in Sanathan Dharma. The act of Gau Daan (gifting of a cow) is an ancient ritual which followers of Sanathan Dharma have been engaging in for centuries.

The word Gau commonly means cow. However, the word Gau also has other meanings.

Its other meanings are: source of food, symbol of life and senses. Our Sanathan scriptures abound with verses that emphasise the importance of the cow and Gau Daan.

In the Rig Veda, we are reminded that: “One who deprives others of milk by slaughtering cows, O King, if such a wrongdoer does not cease by other means, then you should not hesitate to cut off his head.”

In the Ramcharitmanas, we read that God appears in embodied form for the welfare of cows. The cow is an object of reverence and adoration. The cow is a surrogate mother. Science has declared that cow milk is the closest thing to a mother’s milk.

In the Mahabharata, Bhishma Pitamaha, as he lay on his bed of arrows at Kurukshetra, says: “The gift of a cow is truly regarded as a superior gift. Cows rescue the whole world from calamity by yielding milk. If one gives even one cow and a calf to an appropriate person at the right time, one is sure to see that cow approachs one in heaven in the form of a river of sacred water capable of granting the fruition of every wish.”

In Chapter 10 and Verse 28 of the Bhagavad Gita, Shri Krishna says that he is Kama Dhenu (a wish-yielding cow) amongst the cows. Non-violence and ahimsa, the primary basis of vegetarianism, have long been central to the religious traditions of Hindu Dharma.

Sivaya Subramuniyaswami (2008), in his book Dancing with Siva, says: “Hindus teach vegetarianism as a way to live with a minimum of hurt to other beings, for to consume meat, fish, fowl or eggs is to participate indirectly in acts of cruelty and violence against the animal kingdom.”

In the Mahabharata, for instance, the great warrior Bhishma explains to Yudhishtira that the meat of animals is like the flesh of one’s son and that the foolish person who eats meat must be considered the vilest of human beings.

In the ancient Rig Veda, we read: “O vegetable, be succulent, wholesome, strengthening; and thus, body, be fully grown.”

The Yajur Veda summarily dictates: “Do not injure the beings living on the earth, in the air and the water.”

The beautiful Thirukural, a widely read 2 000-year-old masterpiece of ethics, speaks of conscience: “When a person realises that meat is the butchered flesh of another creature, he must abstain from eating it.”

Hindu scriptures unambiguously support ahimsa, vegetarianism, and respect for cows.

TWO HEARTS

When two hearts are meant to meet, they recognize each other even in the chaos of life. 

In every look, every word, and every silence, find a connection that feels eternal. 

It’s as if the Universe itself whispered that some bonds are written in the stars and meant to be together no matter what.

Marilyn Rojas

Sometimes the Universe brings two souls together in the most beautiful unspoken way.

It's not about the distance, time or space between them, but an invisible chain that connects them on a deeper level.

When souls meet in divine alignment, their energy merges into a radiant field of love, light, and infinite possibility. 

True connection is not found in spoken words alone, but in the silent glow of shared presence, where hearts speak in vibrations 

beyond time and space.

AN ACT OF KINDNESS INSPIRES KINDNESS

A man often bought oranges from an old lady.After they were weighed, paid for and put in his bag, he would always pick one from his bag, peel it, put a segment in his mouth, complain it's sour and pass on the orange to the seller.

The old lady would put one segment in her mouth and retort, "why, it's sweet," but by then he was gone with his bag.His wife, always with him, asked, "the oranges are always sweet, then why this drama every time?"

He smiled, "the old mother sells sweet oranges but never eats them herself. This way I get her to eat one, without losing her money. That's all."

The vegetable seller next to the old lady, saw this everyday.

She chided, "every time this man fusses over your oranges, and I see that you always weigh a few extra for him. Why?"

The old lady smiled, "I know he does this to feed me an orange, only, he thinks I don't understand. I never weigh extra. His love tilts the scale slightly every time."

I am a big believer in acts of kindness, no matter how small.There's no shop that sells kindness, we must develop with in us.Although doctors can now successfully transplant Hearts, they can never transplant a kind loving and warm one.

Life's joys are in these sweet little gestures of love and respect for our fellow beings.O God, Grant us always the ability to show such amazing kindness and Gestures.Blessed are those whose hearts beats with loving kindness for other peoples sake, they are the jewels of creation and reflect god in their actions.

Kindness one of the greatest gifts that you can bestow upon another.If someone is in need lend them a helping hand.Do not wait for a "thank you". you don't do good things so that others watch and appreciate you, you do it because you believe in it. True kindness should never act with conditions, It is not a business, but It lies with in the act of giving with out the expectation of something in return It is contagious so pass it on.Let kindness inspires kindness.

TRUE LOVE MEANS CHOOSING EVERYTHING

Love is never just about the pretty parts. It’s about choosing the whole of someone, even the sides that are not easy to love. 

At first, we often get drawn to the petals, the beauty, the charm, the side that makes us feel light and alive. And these are like the first spark of attraction. But as time passes, we notice the leaves too, the simple, ordinary details, the quiet habits, the little things that no one else may see. Just like a rose needs its leaves to survive, a person is also made of these small, everyday parts like their routines, their quirks, their soft silences. They may not be dazzling like the petals, but they are what hold the person together and make love feel steady and real.

And then there are the thorns. The sharp edges, the flaws, the mistakes that sometimes cut us. Roses cannot exist without thorns, just as people cannot exist without imperfections. To love someone only when they are gentle is easy, to stay when their insecurities show, when their fears surface, when their rough side appears and that is where love proves itself. Accepting the thorns means embracing a person as whole, not perfect but entirely human with wounds and rough edges that are just as much a part of them as their beauty.

In the end, true love means choosing everything, the petals, the leaves, even the thorns. Because love that accepts only beauty is shallow but love that embraces the whole is eternal. 🌹

— Doroth

CYNTHIA LENNON SELF RESPECT

When Cynthia Lennon discovered that John had fallen in love with Yoko Ono, she didn’t scream, accuse, or fight.

Instead, she packed her bags, took their young son Julian by the hand, and simply walked away - quietly, gracefully, and with her dignity intact.

At a time when the world revolved around “John Lennon” - the rebellious Beatle, the voice of a generation - Cynthia became invisible. Yet her silence spoke volumes.

She didn’t chase fame, nor did she seek pity. Her choice to leave was not born of weakness, but of quiet strength.

Cynthia once said:

“I knew I couldn’t compete with the world John was heading into. It wasn’t mine. But I wasn’t going to let bitterness consume me.”

It was an act of courage - to let go, to walk away from a man she had loved since art school, and to build a new life from the ashes of heartbreak.

In the years that followed, Cynthia found peace in her art, her books, and her son. She never attacked John or Yoko publicly. When asked, she said softly:

“John was part of my story - beautiful, painful, unforgettable. And I forgave him.”

In a world obsessed with noise and scandal, Cynthia Lennon remains a quiet testament to dignity, grace, and the kind of love that survives without bitterness.

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FRANCA VIOLA

She was 17, and the law said she had to marry her rapist—or be dishonored forever.

She said no.

In 1965, Franca Viola was a teenager living in Alcamo, Sicily, when she made a decision that would change Italian history. But first, she had to survive.

Franca had ended a relationship with Filippo Melodia, a man with mafia connections who didn't accept rejection. On December 26, 1965, Melodia and a group of armed men stormed her family's home. They beat her mother. They abducted Franca and her eight-year-old brother Mariano, who tried desperately to protect his sister.

Mariano was released. Franca was not.

For eight days, she was held captive. Raped. Terrorized. And constantly pressured to agree to marry her attacker.

Because in 1965 Italy, that was the solution. That was the law.

Article 544 of the Italian Penal Code allowed a rapist to escape all punishment if he married his victim. It was called "matrimonio riparatore"—rehabilitating marriage. The idea was that marriage would "restore" the woman's honor, which had been destroyed by the rape.

Her honor. Not his crime.

This wasn't ancient history. This was 1965—the year the Beatles released "Yesterday," the year America sent troops to Vietnam. In modern Italy, rape victims were expected to marry their rapists or live as damaged, unmarriageable outcasts.

When Franca was finally released after eight days, everyone—her community, society, even some in her own family—expected her to do what women always did: accept the marriage and move on with her ruined life.

Franca Viola said no.

With her father's support, she refused to marry Filippo Melodia. Instead, she did something unprecedented: she pressed charges. She took him to court.

The backlash was immediate and brutal. Her family was shunned. Their fields were set on fire. Their name became synonymous with dishonor. In Sicily, where honor codes ran deep and mafia influence was strong, defying this tradition was dangerous.

But Franca didn't back down.

The trial became a national sensation. For the first time, Italians across the country had to confront the horror of a law that protected rapists and punished victims. Newspapers covered every detail. The country divided between those who supported Franca's courage and those who condemned her for "shaming" herself and her family.

In 1966, Filippo Melodia was convicted and sentenced to eleven years in prison.

Franca Viola became the first woman in Italian history to publicly refuse "rehabilitating marriage" and successfully prosecute her rapist.

The cultural shift was seismic. Italy's President Giuseppe Saragat received her. Pope Paul VI—the Pope himself—met with her, a quiet acknowledgment that the Church recognized something fundamental was changing.

In 1968, Franca married Giuseppe Ruisi, her childhood friend who loved her without prejudice, who saw her as a whole person rather than a "dishonored" woman. Their marriage was a statement: victims of violence deserved love, respect, and normal lives.

But the law didn't change immediately. Article 544 remained on the books.

It took fifteen more years. Fifteen years of activism, of cultural shifts, of other women finding courage in Franca's example. Finally, in 1981, the Italian Parliament abolished the "rehabilitating marriage" law.

Rapists could no longer escape justice by marrying their victims.

Franca Viola, a 17-year-old girl from Sicily who simply said "no," had helped change the law of an entire nation.

She never sought fame. She lives quietly with Giuseppe, their children and grandchildren. She rarely gives interviews. She was never interested in being a symbol—she just wanted justice for what happened to her.

But history made her a symbol anyway.

Because sometimes one person's refusal to accept injustice can crack open an entire system. Sometimes a teenage girl's courage can force a modern nation to confront laws built on ancient shame and patriarchal control.

Franca Viola proved that a woman's honor isn't defined by what's done to her—it's defined by how she responds.

She was 17 years old. The law, her community, tradition, and fear all told her to submit.

She said no.

And Italy changed forever.

~ Chris Matheka 🇰🇪

Christopher Matheka

RESPECT ANY JOB

A nation or an individual who disobeys and disrespects the dignity of labour is  virtually steeped in moral and human darkness.  The inexorable law of duty  to  the dignity of labour is the acid test of our human identity.

 No job is superior no job is inferior. Each job is a  link in the universal chain of  unity and solidarity.. The segregation of human beings on the nature of jobs is  the brain child of the primordial predators feeding fat at the toils of others less privileged. The crime of casteism , the blackest stigma on human conscience ..is rooted in this  darkness of moral dissolution and hideous hypocrisy The society thattakes pride in this abnormal system of utter injustice is  surely a subhuman  society  notwithstanding its tall talk.

A GOOD VIDEO FROM MALAYALAM MOVIE

Recently I came across this video.I don't know about this movie, but I liked alot this scene.In real life so many people have faced this and still facing dowry issues.

The dialogue: "പെൺകുട്ടി വിൽക്കാനുള്ള സാധനമല്ല" (Pennkutti vilkkanulla sadhanammalla), which translates to "A girl is not a commodity to be sold".This powerful line is a significant part of a speech in the film where he strongly condemns the practice of dowry, and it remains a poignant and relevant social commentary. 

The dialogue is considered one of the most impactful and bold statements in Malayalam cinema, sparking a social conversation about greed and the value of women.The ending dialogue to see inner quality.i.e good heart that is  what I liked most.But 99 percentage will give preference to outer glamour and possessions.

A timeless mirror reflecting our greed, our values, and our silence.Not just a film — a statement that still shakes minds.

A WOMAN IS A REFLECTION OF HER HUDBAND

When a husband brings constant pain and hardship, it inevitably shows in his wife. 

No matter how beautiful or strong a woman is, if she is with the wrong man, that inner beauty fades as her heart suffers. The toll of emotional pain eventually becomes visible.

"𝘖𝘯𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘰𝘴𝘵 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘥𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘰𝘮 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘰𝘴𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘺. 𝘛𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘥𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘥𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦, 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘵 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘧𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘥 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘩𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘰𝘳 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦. 𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘺 𝘢 𝘨𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘰𝘯."

Your spouse should be your partner in joy, not the source of your misery.

Choosing the wrong partner can drain your energy, diminish your self-worth, and steal your peace of mind. True love should never leave you in constant doubt, nor should it make you feel undervalued or disrespected.

𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿, 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂, 𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗵. 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗿𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲; 𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘁.

DESIRE VS LOVE

THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN DESIRE AND LOVE ❤️

A woman must understand the quiet difference between being wanted and being loved.

Desire burns fast — it’s urgent, thrilling, and fleeting. Love, on the other hand, grows steadily — it’s patient, grounding, and eternal. 🌙

Desire seeks to possess. Love seeks to protect.

Desire speaks in words. Love speaks through actions.

Desire wants your body. Love wants your soul, your peace, your heart. 💫

A man driven by desire shows up when it’s convenient.

But a man in love stays — even when it’s hard, even when you’re silent, even when you have nothing to offer but your tired self.

He chooses you not only in your beauty, but also in your vulnerability.

Not just in laughter, but in quiet tears.

He doesn’t chase moments — he builds memories.

Love doesn’t hide, it stands firm.

It’s seen in how he listens, how he holds you without needing to fix you, how he thinks of you when you’re not around.

So, my dear — listen beyond the words, feel beyond the touch.

Because a man who desires may reach for your skin,

but a man who loves you will reach for your heart. ❤️

EmEmmanuel Genesis

SKANDA SASTI VRATHAM FROM 22/10/2025 TO 28/10/2025

🕉️ Maha SkandaSasti – A Journey of Inner Triumph and Devotion 🛡️

As we stand on the sacred threshold of Maha Kanda Sashti, we are invited into a deeply transformative journey one that is both cosmic and personal. This is not merely a religious observance, but a soul’s pilgrimage toward the light of truth, the conquest of ego, and the divine grace of Lord Murugan.

🌄 What is Maha Skandasasti ?

Maha Skandasasti , observed over six days following Deepavali (usually in the Tamil month of Aippasi – October/November), commemorates Lord Murugan’s epic battle and divine victory over the demon Surapadman — the embodiment of ego, darkness, and ignorance. It culminates in the sacred day of Soorasamharam, the symbolic annihilation of negativity and the dawn of dharma.

Murugan, the ever-youthful warrior son of Shiva and Parvati, is not just a celestial being — He is the force within each of us that rises against inner turmoil, doubt, and fear.

🙏 How to Observe Skandasasti Spiritually

Even if one cannot perform elaborate rituals, the essence of Sashti can be lived through:

Fasting mindfully — taking simple food or fruit, and eating only after sunset

Chanting Murugan’s mantras — such as “Om Saravanabhava” or the sacred Kanda Sashti Kavasam

Reading or listening to Skanda Purana

Practicing ahimsa (non-violence), satya (truth), and daya (compassion)

Lighting a lamp daily as a symbol

SOURCE: SKANDA SASTI

HAPPY DEEPAVALI

Deepavali Greetings with the Grace of Lord Murugan 🌟

Vetri Vel, Muruganukku Arohara!

On this sacred festival of lights, may the divine blessings of Lord Murugan, the warrior son of Shiva, the embodiment of wisdom and compassion, shine upon you and your family.

Deepavali is not just about lighting lamps outside it is about igniting the lamp of truth, devotion, and self-realization within.

🪔May ignorance be dispelled and wisdom take its place.

🪔May darkness of doubt be removed by the bright flame of Murugan’s Vel.

🪔May His divine spear cut away your sorrows and obstacles.

Let this Deepavali be a reminder that light always triumphs, just as Murugan triumphed over the asura Surapadman not with anger, but with dharma and divine power.

🦚With the Mayil (peacock) to carry you forward,

🐔With the Seval (rooster) to wake your inner strength,

⚜️And with the Vel (spear) to guide and protect you,

walk forward into a life of peace, joy, and spiritual abundance.

This Deepavali, may Lord Murugan’s grace light up your home, your heart, and your path ahead.

With divine love and blessings,

Let us celebrate responsibly, with care for our environment and kindness in our hearts.

In the spirit of Murugan’s Vel, may we walk the path of dharma and progress.

Wishing you all a safe, prosperous, and joyous Deepavali!

Arohara! Saravana Bhava!🔱

GOOD MOTHER IN LAW

When 20-year-old Sunita was widowed just six months into her marriage, her mother-in-law, Kamala Devi, refused to let her life stop there. 

Sunita’s husband died of a brain stroke in 2016, and instead of abandoning her, Kamala helped Sunita complete her M.A. and B.Ed., secured her a job as a school teacher, and arranged her remarriage to auditor Mukesh, all without any dowry. 

Their family contradicted the norms and redefined a daughter-in-law as a daughter.

MY SCHOOL DAYS ENGLISH LESSON

The Ant and the Grasshopper: A Lesson in Action 🌿

Once upon a sunny summer, a joyful grasshopper spent his days singing, dancing, and enjoying every moment. He laughed at the busy little ant who tirelessly carried grains and stored food for the coming winter. “Why worry?” said the grasshopper. “There’s plenty of time to think about winter later!”

But summer didn’t last forever. When the cold winds arrived, the grasshopper found himself shivering and hungry, while the ant had a warm, safe home and plenty to eat. The grasshopper realized too late that the time he spent avoiding preparation was the very time he should have used wisely.

✨ Takeaway: Life is about balance. Enjoy the present, but never underestimate the power of preparation. Small, consistent efforts today save you from regrets tomorrow. Don’t let procrastination steal your future. Start now, and your future self will thank you.

STORY BEHIND DEEPAVALI

Deepavali Special: Story behind Deepavali 

Sri Maha Periyava explains many subtle details about Deepavali many of us will not be aware of. Periyava, the Sarveswaran explains the entire Deepavali Mahatmiyam with great clarity and lucidity!

Bhagawad Gita – Deepavali’s Younger Brother

Bhooma Devi did not think whether Ganga Matha was associated with Shiva or Vishnu.  Among all the holy rivers, is it not the Ganges, which is given the prime place by all the people, without a distinction between being Saiva or Vaishnava?  Therefore, she obtained the boon that the bath taken on Deepavali day should get the fruits of a bath in Ganges.

Generally, if you see the history of any holy shrine, it would be mentioned that it is equal to Kasi or it is greater than Kasi.  From the very fact that one shrine is not compared with any other but only with Kasi, it can be inferred that Kasi is the king of all shrines.  Similarly, in all the mythological stories about holy rivers, without mentioning that it is superior to another, a river would be eulogised as “it is as pure as Ganges” or “it is more special than the Ganges”. Therefore, it gets proved that Ganges is the most superior among all holy rivers.  Our Acharya himself mentions in the Bhaja Govindam,

Bhagwat Gita Kinchit Atheetha

Ganga Jalalava Ganika Peetha

Sakruthapi Yena Murari Samarcha

Kriyathe Thasya Yamena Charcha

It means that any person who has gone through, at least a little of Gita, drinks at least a little of Ganga water and does archana at least once to Murari, he does not have any business with Yama, meaning that he does not have go to Yamaloka or hell but will go directly to Punyaloka.  Like how Appar Swamy has said, “Namanai Anjom” (will not be scared of Yama) and as said by Nammazhvar, “Naliyum Naragum Naindha, Namanukkingu yadhondrumillai”, Bhagawath Padal says, Yama does not have jurisdiction over a person who has taken Ganga water.

There is a wonderful feature in this verse.  It is the fact that all the four, the Gita, Ganges, Murari and Yama mentioned in this verse, have a connection to Deepavali.

I often mention that Gita is brother of Deepavali.  Why?  What significance I have ascribed to Deepavali?  Did I not say that this festival is considered as the king of all festivals, because, it has been given in totally unexpected circumstances, that is, in the middle of great sorrow on account of loss of her son, a mother has made out a very delightful festival?  In the same way. we observe that, right from the religious heads of the ancient times, to Gandhi and Tilak and the saints of the current period, philosophers and politicians, hail Gita as the ultimate, notwithstanding that there are ever so many religious books and philosophical scriptures.  Just like Deepavali, Gita also, was born from the power of sacrifice, in very unexpected circumstances.  Generally, teaching of philosophy would take place in a peaceful ashram, where an old Guru would teach to a younger student.  On the other hand, in direct contrast, this Gita was a teaching born in a war ravaged battle field.  It was a teaching obtained by Arjuna, from a contemporary, Krishna, when he was in the status of a master and Krishna, was his charioteer.  Gita was born in a situation of utmost sacrificial devotion, when Arjuna considered that it was more important to know the truth than his own life, in circumstances when his life would have ended the very next moment and when Arjuna prostrated before the Bhagawan and said “Sishyasdheham sadhi mam prabhannam’ – I have surrendered unto you as a disciple.  Give me the advice in the form of your order”.  This is why, similar to Deepavali being the best among all festivals, Gita is the best among books.  Both Deepavali and Gita have been given only by Krishna.

Secondly, we have so far seen the connection mentioned by Acharya between Ganga Matha and Deepavali.  Thirdly, he says that archana should be done to Murari.  While there are so many names to the Bhagawan, he mentions only “Murari samarcha”.  We have seen, a little before that Bhagawan became Murari because he killed Muran, the associate of Narakasura.

Lastly, Acharya mentions about Yama.  Immediately on mentioning Narakan, the thoughts of hell and its king, Yamadharma, come to our minds.  This apart, it is said that on the day of Deepavali, Tharpana should be done for Yama.  In North India, people even make one “Yama Deepa” on the previous day to Deepavali.

Why Ganga Snanam?

It looks like Bhagawath Padal had scripted this verse, thinking about Deepavali.  Let that be.  I was about to answer the question why this name “Ganga Snanam” has been given for the bath taken on Deepavali day.

Bhooma Devi desired that the day her son was lost, should be observed as a festival for all times to come without any break.  Because it is a festival, she also ensured inclusion of holy bath, wearing of new clothes, eating sweets etc.  To ensure that there is something new and innovative so that her son is remembered, she obtained the boon, that the oil bath should be taken before sun rise.  Notwithstanding the acceptance of Bhagawan, she wanted to do something to remove the apprehension of those people who may be wary of doing this which was in contradiction to accepted principles.  So she thought that if it is made that Lakshmi will reside in the oil that we apply and Ganga Matha reside in the hot water that we take bath, nobody will get scared and no one will think that they do not need Lakshmi or Ganga.  Therefore, she thought that, along with the joy of the festival, all the people will also get Punya.  That is why, this bath got the name of Ganga Snana.  

In addition, she also obtained for all of us, the boon that the persons who take this Ganga snanam should not get any fear of hell and also sudden or accidental (untimely and horrible) death and diseases.  Was she not a mother to not only Naraka but also to all of us?  Is she not referred to in English language, as “Mother Earth”!  It is said that Cow, Earth and Vedas are mother for all.

Anyway, since she had given birth to Naraka herself and had loved him much, she obtained the boon that this day should be named as “Naraka Chathurdasi”.  Despite that, while only in the almanac (Panchangam), it is referred to as such, we all call it “Deepavali”.  “Deepavali”, means, keeping lamps in a line.  Only in North India, it is celebrated really as a Deepavali by lighting the lamps this way.  We have taken this to Karthigai Deepotsavam.

English translation from Deivathin Kural Vol

 7 Vardaraja Deshanta Desickachar

GRATEFUL HEART

Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend.I have been very blessed in my life and rewarded with good friends and good health. I am grateful and happy to be able to share this

BE A LEGEND

My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style. Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.

Appreciate every moment without complaining.“Very little is needed to make a happy life; it is all within our self, in our way of thinking.”Happiness is a voyage, not a destination.There is no better time to be happy than now! Live and appreciate every moment.

Be a Legend. Happy Morning.

PRAY FOR A KIND MAN

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Love with honest intentions, we've all been through enough hell."

"What kind of man do you want?" I won't say tall, won't say rich, I won't say perfect. I'll say, A man who protects my heart. 

Who makes me feel chosen, every single day.  Who never lets silence feel like punishment. Who never makes me doubt my worth or make me feel as though I am a secret. Who never becomes the reason behind my tears. That's it. Not luxury. Not perfection. Just kindness, just safety & peace. 

Just love that feels like home"

YOU REAP WHAT YOU SOW

A father once asked his very bright daughter,

"What would you like to become when you grow up..."

So the daughter said "I will have to be a housewife".

Father asked surprisingly, why my dear princess? You are so bright... I feel you are capable of being anything, a politician, an entrepreneur, doctor, an engineer. So why do you not want to be any of this...

So the daughter said, papa, wanting and being able to, are two different things...And you are my father...Your wishes for my career will not work....

Look at mom. My nanu (grandfather) just like you dreamt that she will be a big engineer one day... She studied so hard too....And worked as well. But after I was born, you don't let her work papa because of my care and home. You say that you can take care of the work and she needs to be here at home...

No matter what I study, if you get me married, my husband would do the same...So why should I waste all these years learning so much and dreaming papa? When my dreams would be broken anyways...So papa, I rather accept that I will be a housewife...

The man felt extremely guilty...He called his wife in and said sorry. He told her that he would support her in her career and dreams and home's responsibility will be of both from today and that they will manage this together...

Children learn by what they see. They deeply observe... If you want your children to have a great life, look within, are you modeling this behavior for them? For your daughters and sons, are you being good to your wife and to your husband and to people around you?

Your daughter of today is someone's wife of tomorrow...The way you treat your wife today is what your daughter will learn to expect from her future. The way you treat your wife will be your son's blueprint of his future...And the way you treat your husband is how they would expect and do in future to their spouses. 

I hope you support each other in the journey called life, not block each other's goals and paths!

A TRIBUTE TO KISHORE KUMAR ON HIS DEATH ANNIVERSARY

Kishore Kumar was an Indian playback singer and actor. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most dynamic singers in the history of Indian music.Multitalented Artist: Besides singing, he was an actor, music composer, director, producer, and writer. Celebrated for his uniquely expressive and versatile singing voice, Kumar recorded more than 2,500 songs in several Indian languages and sang for many of Bollywood’s top screen actors in a career spanning nearly four decades.

TRIBUTE TO R.K.NARAYAN ON HIS BIRTH ANNIVERSARY 10TH OCT

“Life is about making right things and going on..”

― RK Narayan, Malgudi Days (TV series)

Rasipuram Krishnaswami Narayan was born in Madras Presidency of British India on October 10, 1906.Each time we hear the name of this Indian novelist and short story writer, the mind takes a trip down the memory lane to the fictitious south Indian village of Malgudi. 

To the man who gave us the best memories.The man who weaved most honest emotions into simplest of words, 

Tana na tana Nana na. Tana na tana Nana na.  I will never forget, the song, the script, the black and white screen, dhoti, topi, awesome, we still today can remember that tune when the show starts and we hear tana na tana na na na of that malgudi days era was so excited. 

we soulfully tribute to great writer R K Narayan on his 109th birthday.He is undoubtedly one of the most unpretentious & natural literary legend of India!

Malgudi Days will always remind us of you, Sir!

Let us pay tribute to the legendary R.K. Narayan, one of the finest writers India has ever produced. Honour to the famous Malgudi Days.

"This is my child...

I planted it...

I saw it grow... 

I loved it...

Don't cut it down..."

All Tributes to this Gentle & Soulful Soul !!

REMEMBERING JAGJITH SINGH ON HIS DEATH ANNIVERSARY 10 th OCTOBER

Ghazal maestro Jagjit Singh often called the 'Ghazal King' by his fans and peers, His songs from movies like “Arth” and “Saath Saath” are evergreen favourites.Stirring millions of hearts with his soulful numbers viz., 'Jhuki jhuki si nazar' Kaagaz ki kashti', 

Hontho se chhoo lo tum, Tum ko dekha, Garaz bharas pyasi dharthi ko, Chitti Na koi sandesh, koi fariyaad, Aadmi, aadmi ko kyaa dega, Jo bhii dega wahi khuda dega’, ‘Fasila toh hai magar, koi faasila nahin’, ‘Mere dukh ki koi dawa na karo, mujhko mujh se abhi judaa na karo, Hazaar baar ruke ham, hazaar baar chale’Dhoop mein niklo ghataaon mein naha kar dekho, Zindagee kya hai kitaabon ko hataakar dekho’ so many heart touching Gazals. The pain and melancholy in his voice gave vent to the feelings of many a lonely heart.Singh was of the view that music was for inspiration and not for competition. "The moment one brings competition into music, the soul is lost."

The lyrics from his Gazals teaches us a lot of lessons for life, about  love, about togetherness, companionship and most importantly about enjoying life in its simplicity. Kaagaz ki kasti A song remembers our childhood, Chiti na koi sandesh song that tells the unltimate truth of life, Tumko dekha to yeh khayal aaya’ – a song every lover can identify with… a song that steps beyond the physical and celebrates a love that is about finding tranquility, solace, peace and support in your beloved.

A MAN WITH A PROVIDER MINDSET

Marry a man with a provider mindset. 

Not necessarily a rich man, but one who is responsible and knows how to lead. 

A man who will make sure your needs are met without you having to beg or remind him. 

A man who shows up because he wants to, not because you had to ask him to.

He doesn’t need millions in the bank, but he needs the kind of character that makes you feel safe, emotionally and mentally. 

The kind of man who steps up for you and keeps his word. 

A man who carries a sense of responsibility for the woman he loves.

Because a man who truly provides doesn’t just pay bills. He brings you peace. 

He protects your heart. 

He respects your mind. He considers your emotions. He listens, he values, he stays consistent. 

You never have to second guess where you stand with him, because his actions are loud, even when his words are few.

Emotional maturity is far more valuable than wealth. 

A man who is emotionally grounded will create a space where you can breathe, where you feel heard and understood. 

Where love isn’t a battlefield, but a sanctuary.

You deserve a man who takes care of your soul, not just your lifestyle. 

One who gives you effort, not excuses. Time, not silence. 

Consistency, not confusion.

The right man won’t just provide you with things. He’ll provide you with peace, presence, and protection. 

And that’s worth everything.

DYDONKOH 

HEART TOUCHING REAL INCIDENT

This is one of the most heart-touching examples of true love ❤️.

The image tells the story of a man who sacrificed everything—his job, comfort, and future dreams—to stand by the side of the woman he loves. For 7 long years, she has been unresponsive, yet his love has never wavered. 🌹 Instead of walking away, he chose to devote his life to caring for her, proving that love is not just about good times but about standing strong in the toughest battles. 💪✨

In today’s world, where many relationships break over small issues, this story shines like a beacon of hope reminding us what real commitment means. 🙏💯 It’s not about perfection—it’s about presence.

True love is rare, but it still exists—and this couple is living proof of it. 💕

A TRIBUTE TO RATAN TATA SIR ON HIS DEATH ANNIVERSARY

MY RESPECT AND TRIBUTE TO THE REAL SON, GEM OF ICON OF BHARAT ON HIS DEATH ANNIVERSARY

A true leader with utmost modesty in every sense.A legacy of a true icon, Ratan N. Tata. A visionary leader, compassionate philanthropist, and a beacon of integrity, his journey continues to inspire countless individuals across the globe.

Mr. Tata's monumental contributions to shaping not just India's corporate landscape but also the ideals of ethical leadership and social responsibility. His unwavering commitment to empathy and excellence serves as a guiding light for all of us aspiring to make a meaningful difference. upholding the values he embodies—fostering innovation, embracing integrity, and contributing positively to society. His legacy motivates us to strive for a harmonious balance between progress and purpose. 

On this special day, we honor his indomitable spirit, his visionary ideas, and his enduring kindness. May his life remind us that one person's dedication can indeed transform the world for the better. Your legacy is a gift to humanity, and your impact will continue to inspire generations to come.

HEART SPEAKS

Remember this 👇🏼 

You are not just choosing a partner, you are choosing how you’re going to feel about yourself every single day. 

Your partner is a declaration of what you believe you deserve, and that is why when we choose partners, they are rarely random. 

They are actually mirrors of what we hold within. They reflect our conditionings, our beliefs, our self worth. The partners we choose are actually a reflection of the relationship we have with ourselves. 

This is the person who’s going to be the co-architect of your life. You partner is going to impact your nervous system, your sleep, your beliefs. They’re going to impact the day to day. 

Be brave enough to raise your standards, and choose people who bring that level of generosity, respect, and kindness to the table.

Heart speaks

LOVE IN ABSENCE

Sometimes the most powerful form of love isn't found in presence, but in quiet absence. It's in the moments when I choose not to call, not to chase, not to explain myself again. It's the strength to step back—not out of indifference, but out of deep respect for your journey and mine. Love doesn't always look like holding on tightly; sometimes, it looks like letting go gently, trusting that space can bring clarity, and that silence can speak what words never could.

I can love you from afar, without expectation or demand. I can carry you in my thoughts, lift your name in my prayers, and still move forward with peace in my heart. Just because I’m not beside you doesn't mean I’ve stopped caring. Sometimes, the truest love is the one that releases—without resentment, without bitterness—only a quiet hope that you're becoming all you're meant to be, even if that path no longer includes me.

— Balt

IRREPLACEABLE WOMAN⁰

Any woman can be replaced... But a woman who was down for you when you had nothing. A woman who supported & encouraged you at your lowest. A woman who chose you over men who could offer her the world... That kind of woman is irreplaceable. A woman who stands by your side through thick and thin, who believes in you even when you don't believe in yourself, is a rare and precious gem.

Her love and support are not based on material possessions or external validation, but on the genuine connection and bond you share. She's not looking for a handout or a free ride; she's invested in your growth and well-being because she sees the potential in you.

A woman who chooses you over others who may offer her more tangible benefits is making a conscious decision to prioritize your relationship and the emotional connection you share. This kind of devotion and loyalty is something to be cherished and appreciated, not taken for granted.

When a woman has been there for you through the ups and downs, she's earned your respect, gratitude, and commitment. She's proven herself to be a true partner, a friend, and a confidante. Don't let her slip away or take her for granted. Recognize her value and make her feel appreciated and l

RANI DURGAVATI

Rani Durgavati was a valiant queen who fought the Mughal Empire in the mid-16th century, ruling the Gond kingdom of Garha-Katanga. Born a Chandela princess, she became queen of the Gondwana kingdom after her marriage to Dalpat Shah and then regent for her young son, Vir Narayan. She is known for her strategic brilliance in battle and her ultimate sacrifice by stabbing herself to death in 1564 rather than being captured by the Mughal general Asaf Khan. 

Key Aspects of Her History

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Early Life and Lineage: Born on October 5, 1524, in Kalinjar, she was the daughter of Chandela king Keerat Rai. 

Marriage and Rule: In 1542, she married Dalpat Shah, heir to the Gond kingdom, uniting the Chandel and Gond dynasties. After her husband's death around 1550, she became regent for her son Vir Narayan, successfully managing the kingdom for over a decade. 

Confrontation with the Mughals: She strongly opposed the expansion of the Mughal Empire and fought several battles against Mughal forces led by Asaf Khan, the commander of Emperor Akbar. 

Valorous Death: In one crucial battle in 1564, an arrow struck her neck. Rather than surrender, she ordered her mahout to take her to a secure place and then killed herself with her dagger, choosing death over capture and humiliation. 

Legacy: Rani Durgavati is remembered as a symbol of courage, martyrdom, and resistance against a formidable enemy. Her sacrifice is commemorated annually as "Balidan Diwas" (Martyrdom Day).

LOVE

Maybe this is what love truly means. It’s not just passion or fireworks. It’s the quiet comfort of knowing someone is waiting for you, no matter how far you have wandered or how long the road has been. It’s the warmth of their presence that makes your heart feel at home, the reassurance that you’re not alone, because they’ve carved a place in your soul that no one else could ever replace.

Love isn’t only about grand gestures. More often, it’s about the safety of having someone who listens when you can’t find the words, who understands the weight behind your silence, and who chooses to stand by you through every high and low. That kind of love gives you peace, not confusion. It lifts you up without making you lose yourself.

And here’s the truth, love doesn’t only belong to romance. It lives in the friend who never lets you go through your battles alone. It’s in the family member who supports you even when you don’t ask for it. It’s in the soul who quietly shows up again and again, reminding you that you are worth showing up for.

At its core, love is about presence, safety, and commitment. And when you find that, in whatever form it comes, cherish it deeply, because it’s rare, and it’s the very thing that makes this life a little less overwhelming and a lot more beautiful.

~Tanvir Sourov

THOMAS EDISON

ജീവിതം കൈവിട്ടുപോയി എന്ന് തോന്നുമ്പോൾ...

Some people come and say my age has passed or months are passing, years are passing, but nothing is changing, I am working hard, but nothing is changing, still I am the same. To them I felt like telling a story.

In December 1914, on a cold night, in New Jersey a big fire happened. What was burned was not just any building. It was Thomas Edison’s research lab – the place where his thousands of experiments and inventions were kept.

By the time fire trucks arrived, the building was gone… years of hard work… millions of dollars of research… all turned to ashes.

Edison was 67 years old. People thought this was his end. His son Charles searched through the smoke and confusion to find his father.

At last when he did, Edison was calmly watching the flames. Charles asked, “Father, everything is gone. What are we going to do?”

Edison looked at him and said, “Go get your mother. She will never see a fire like this again in her life.”

That was it. No tears, no anger, no despair.

Next morning itself Edison called his team and said, “Thank God all our mistakes burned up. Now we can start fresh.” We erased our mistakes. Now we can begin again.

Within weeks Edison created one of his most famous inventions – the phonograph.

Sometimes when life feels stuck, we think it’s the end. Like everything we built is gone. That’s the thing about life. Sometimes fire is not the end.

So if you feel stagnant right now — in your job, in your relationship, or in your life — maybe this isn’t destruction. Maybe it’s just life saying: “It’s time to begin again.”