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

From Loneliness to Solitude

I have been a lone soul for most of my life. It is, in fact, a positive thing. I can achieve my true potential only when I am alone—away from the noisy world—contemplating, holding a serious conversation with myself, planning and executing things. Reflecting in solitude often helps me foresee future events and plan accordingly. … Read more