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

Pursuit of happiness

Humans hold varying, often contradictory, opinions about attaining happiness. Some believe money makes one happy, while others argue it is power or influence over others that brings fulfilment. Some declare that material pleasure is the only way to attain true happiness, while people with a better understanding of life value social bonds and relationships the … Read more

Conflict of interest: no permanent friends or enemies

“Man is a social animal” – thus goes the adage. Verily, devoid of social interactions, human life would be meaningless. These interactions, by nature, involve either cooperation or conflict. Those who share common interests with us, we call them friends. On the other hand, we consider those who have a conflict of interest with us … Read more

Why do bad things happen to good people?

Cultures in different parts of the world have different perspectives concerning the causes of human suffering. Parents and teachers teach children the importance of moral values and honourable behaviour. However, it appears that often good actions do not beget good results. People who strive to be truthful, fair and kind tend to suffer a lot, … Read more