Society & Culture
Social science
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Hospitality is often extended with the intention of building relationships—inviting someone into one’s home, offering food, drinks, or a place to stay. However, what appears to be a simple act of kindness can, at times, carry a hidden agenda. The invitation may seem warm and generous, but behind it lies the expectation that something will
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Where is the present? Is it real, or is it an illusion? How big is it—can we even measure it? Is it a day, an hour, a second, or just a fleeting fraction of time so minute that it slips through our grasp the moment we try to hold it? Philosophers, gurus, and thinkers talk
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The late afternoon sun bathed the bustling marketplace of Vaishali in gold, its light filtering through the sprawling branches of a massive banyan tree. Vendors called out prices for silk, grain, and spices, while children darted between stalls, their laughter mingling with the hum of trade. Beneath the banyan’s deep shade stood a lone figure—wild-haired,
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In this vast, ever-evolving world, we are all travelers—born, growing, and eventually leaving behind a unique tapestry of experiences. Our understanding is woven from personal encounters with family, friends, nature, and society. Yet, we often allow our lives to be guided by beliefs handed down without question, rooted in traditions that may have lost relevance.
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In life, everything begins with a thought. That fleeting idea, a wish, or a dream often seems intangible at first. But for those who truly understand the power of desire, that thought can evolve into something remarkable—a reality that changes their life. History is full of examples where ordinary people, with no special advantages, have
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A fictional piece Eleanor had always lived a life of faith. Raised in a devout Christian family in England, the church was at the center of her world—Sundays filled with hymns, prayers, and sermons that affirmed her belief in God. As she grew older, her faith remained, but so did her curiosity about the world
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The aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the air as I sat down with my son, Finn, at our usual breakfast spot – the worn, wooden table in the corner of our kitchen. He was a curious one, this boy of mine, always pondering the universe and its mysteries. “Papa,” he began, his brow furrowed
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Arin was a man who took pride in living an honest life in the quiet town of Elderwood. His days were filled with simple routines—helping neighbors and spending evenings relaxing with a book or by the fire. Life, for the most part, treated him well. But one year, a series of small but persistent frustrations
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The worn leather of the armchair creaked softly under Maya’s weight. She gazed out the window, watching as the city lights blurred into a hazy swirl of color, but her mind wasn’t on the view. It was somewhere else—stuck between the echoes of yesterday’s failure and the looming worries of tomorrow. Her grandmother, sitting nearby
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Slow down and enhance the quality of life. Doing nothing allows us to embrace peace. During a recent trip to Lausanne, Switzerland, I visited the Tropiquarium in Servion, a serene place where nature and wildlife coexist harmoniously. Of all the fascinating creatures there, the Aldabra giant tortoises left a lasting impression on me. Massive and
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