June 21, 2025
Yesterday, a friend asked me a question. If you suddenly received 500 crore rupees, would your life get better or worse? I didn’t hesitate. Worse. Some truths don’t come from books. They come from living long enough, watching closely. Sixty years in, I’ve seen how excess turns into a burden. I’ve seen it in the… Continue reading The Sweet Spot
June 11, 2025
We exited the restaurant at Select City Walk mall. My son searched his pockets. He looked worried. ‘My phone…’ he said, piecing together what happened. ‘It fell when I pulled out my wallet to pay at Zara.’ The impact cracked the screen. He’d given it to the Apple Store for repair. A small problem until… Continue reading The Double-Edged Sword
June 7, 2025
I started my manufacturing company in 1994. By 1997, we were on fire. Profits soared, our team tripled, and it felt like we had cracked the code. The momentum seemed unstoppable. But in 2001, reality checked in. Sales dropped 20% almost overnight. Panic set in. I wondered if we had failed. Maybe our luck had… Continue reading This Is Just The Season You Are In
May 31, 2025
Managing others is easy compared to managing ourselves. That’s a truth I’ve come to accept over time. The hardest battles don’t involve shouting matches or boardroom debates. They happen quietly, inside, where no one else can see them. Where we wrestle with fear, anger, insecurity, shame. For a long time, I found it easy to… Continue reading Learning to Manage Myself: A Life in Progress
May 29, 2025
I once visited a friend’s farm near Jaipur. He had what many dream of: open land, cows, homegrown food. No traffic, no office schedule. He’d even built a sports complex; tennis courts, swimming pool, gym and offered memberships to city folks looking for time in nature. When I arrived, he was feeding his cows. ‘How’s… Continue reading You Can Do Anything. If You’re Willing to Pay the Price
May 24, 2025
Longevity isn’t just about adding years to your life. It’s about staying strong enough to live those years well. You want to move with ease, stay injury-free, and remain physically capable – whether that means climbing stairs, lifting groceries, putting your suitcase in the overhead bin, or standing up from a low seat without help.… Continue reading Build Strength for Longevity: The Real Key to Aging Well
February 10, 2025
The year was 1994. Our first American customer placed an order. It was for 6,000 parts worth $5,400. This was my first export order. We confirmed to ship in two months. It took us nine months. I sent fax after fax with excuses. Those were pre-email days. Then came the shocking moment.Our inspection rejected 300… Continue reading Second Chance
August 7, 2024
Empower yourself on the path of success by taking Action the right way (6 min read) – Issue #83 Setting goals is an integral part of personal and professional growth. Goals give us direction, purpose, and a sense of accomplishment when we achieve them. However, merely setting goals is not enough. To truly make progress… Continue reading Take Charge of Your Goals
December 3, 2023
Ancient Wisdom, Modern Science – Issue #109 (8 min read) In the heart of ancient Indian mythology, there lies a story of Yayati. Yayati, the brave and wise king, approached the divine sage Shukracharya with a unique request. He sought youthfulness and the strength to enjoy life to the fullest. In exchange for this blessing,… Continue reading Timeless Aging: Vital Wisdom
November 26, 2023
Lessons from 34 Years of Companionship – Issue #108 (5 min read) Marriage, often painted as the ‘happily ever after’ in fairy tales, is a beautiful yet intricate dance of emotions, responsibilities, and growth. As many couples can attest, the journey, though rewarding, is not always smooth. This 30th November marks our 34th anniversary, and… Continue reading The Journey of Togetherness
