Indian Philosophy: a brief introduction

Human life abounds with various types of uncertainties and challenges. Like other creatures, man constantly struggles for the preservation and prosperity of his existence. However, unlike others, he can intellectually understand the hardships in his life and solve them logically. Since the beginning of human civilisation, enlightened man has been conceptualising and propounding the concepts … Read more

The Fragility of the Modern Man

Evolution – the word that brings to mind the progressive development of our species from unicellular beings to our current form. It also conjures up images of the rise of homo sapiens as the dominant species on earth – the apex predator. Our ancestors have conquered great odds to bring our civilisation to where we … Read more

The uncomfortable truths you need to accept

Often, people complain about things being adverse. Some people believe things are terrible for them, while others are having the time of their lives. Some think there is one magic solution to all our society’s problems – that ascribing to an ideology or some faith could ‘bring things on the right track’. However, one thing … Read more

7 tips to make difficult decisions in life

Sometimes, life offers you tricky choices where two or more options appear equally good or bad. This causes you to get stuck in inaction, usually the worst possible scenario. Being confused about the right course of action, you lose valuable resources, e.g. money, opportunities and time. Here, I shall share my perspective on making difficult … Read more

Types of love

The concept of ‘love’ has permeated human societies since time immemorial. It’s a complex and multifaceted emotion that can bring both joy and suffering. While there are many types of love, the most common ones include eros (passion), storge (affection), philia (friendship), and agape (selfless love). No matter the form, it’s a powerful force that … Read more