‘Self-awareness is one of the rarest of human commodities. It’s about understanding your emotions and what drives them, ultimately enhancing your personal growth.’ – Travis Bradberry. He is a highly acclaimed author of the best-selling book, Emotional Intelligence Habits, and holds the position of Chief People Scientist at LEADx. With
‘Unexpressed emotions will never die. They are buried alive and will come forth later in uglier ways.’ – Sigmund Freud. He was a renowned Austrian neurologist, and pioneer of psychoanalysis, developed a clinical approach to understanding and addressing psychological conflicts through dialogue between patient and psychoanalyst. His groundbreaking theory of mind
“Life isn’t about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.” – George Bernard Shaw. This resonates deeply as we embark on our journeys of personal transformation. Many yearn for a life filled with purpose, happiness, and balance, yet such aspirations often feel distant. However, I assure you, it is entirely
An ancient proverb says, “The senses are the gateway to the soul”, which encapsulates my wish for this year. This proverb resonates deeply with my aspiration to share my journey through the “Life Senses” column as our senses are the doorway to the world. Through them, we connect and create.
Warmest greetings to all of you, dear readers! Blessed New Year 2025!I am thankful for the blessings of sharing through writing. I am humbled to continue our journey together through this Life Senses column. As we embark on this new year, I find myself filled with gratitude for each one
Six days have passed since I celebrated the milestone of my 50th birthday, a day that unfurled like a splendid blossom before me. On December 2nd, I found myself nestled in an oasis of creativity, painting what would become a cherished representation of my journey thus far—”Blossoms of Existence”. The
This morning felt like a whispered promise, one that wrapped around me with gentle warmth. After attending Holy Mass, I found myself driving home, the morning glory spilling golden rays across the road. And then, right in front of me, emerged a stunning rainbow — an arching spectrum of colours
’The only journey is the one within.’ – Rainer Maria Rilke (1875–1926), known as Rainer Maria Rilke, was an Austrian poet and novelist. Regarded as a unique and emotive poet, he is highly regarded as a prominent figure in German literature. Critics and scholars interpret his work as having mystical elements,
‘We write to taste life twice, in the moment and in retrospect.’ – Anaïs Nin, a prominent French-born American writer, recognised for her work as a diarist, essayist, novelist, and author of short stories and erotica. You probably agree with me on this – that, even without us being intentional about
‘Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future.’ – John F Kennedy As I stand on the precipice of turning 50 this coming December, I find myself at a significant crossroads—a poignant intersection filled with the echoes of