Tag: relationships
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The Way We See the World
Have you noticed a simple question like “How’s the weather?” can receive completely different responses? “Awfully cold.”“Why is it raining now? It’s well past the season!”“What lovely weather – perfect for hot pakoras.”“This will surely cause a traffic jam.” Same weather. Different experiences. So how much does my way of seeing really matter? The following…
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Tussles in Relationships: Finding Freedom and Happiness
Have you noticed that some of our relationships have more ups and downs than we would like? Conflicts may arise from differences in expectations, values, personalities, or communication styles. When hurt accumulates over time, it becomes harder to soften our stance or step out of the ‘deadlock’. Unresolved tensions not only strain relationships; they also…
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The Tale of Two Truths
When we think of truth, most of us think about honesty — saying what is right, not hiding facts. But people react to truth differently. Which of these do you believe? So is ‘truth’ the best criteria for choosing our words and actions? Let us look at two tales that show different sides of truth…
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Living in Contentment
If something goes wrong, and instead of getting upset, the person next to you forgives and encourages you—how does that feel? Have you similarly forgiven someone for a mistake? This story about a good-natured couple from Punjab reminds us to hold life lightly and meet it with acceptance. Living in Harmony This story comes from…
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When Someone Causes Us Pain | Angulimala and the Buddha
Have you heard the story of Angulimala?Most likely yes. But have you heard what happened after he met the Buddha?Most likely not. We often dwell on the flaws of others—the pain they cause, the wrongs they do. But when they change, when they transform, we rarely speak of it. Another question that arises from the…
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Relationships: Nurturing our flower garden
Is there a friendship or relationship that you were very fond of in the start, but have sweet-sour tones now? Or someone you continue to love deeply, but some days, just being around them feels difficult? Relationships go through ups and downs, and the ones that weather the storms become our strongest support in the…
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When We Worry About Someone We Love
Have you ever found yourself deeply worried about someone you love — perhaps a parent, a child, a partner, or a close friend? When we care for someone with all our heart, their happiness becomes inseparable from our own. Their smile lights us up. Their struggles weigh us down. Sometimes, this concern becomes so intense…
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When someone makes you unhappy: Check the connection again
Are there people in your life—at home, work, or elsewhere—whose words or actions upset you? Maybe it’s something they say, how they behave, or even the way they think. These moments can leave us feeling hurt, angry, or disappointed. Worse, the words and memories can keep replaying in our mind, causing us pain long after…
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