Deep in the dense forests and remote hamlets of Odisha’s Malkangiri district in India, guided by the timeless Ayurvedic principle that service to humanity is worship, Dr. Shakti Prasad Mishra traverses unmotorable…
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Harakchand Sawla: Charity begins on the footpath
Deeply moved by the quiet desperation of impoverished families waiting outside Mumbai’s Tata Memorial Hospital, Harakchand Sawla made an extraordinary sacrifice: he rented out his own thriving business to fund hot meals…
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The good samaritan
When asked to define the boundaries of love and duty, Jesus replied with a radical story that shattered social and religious divides. The Parable of the Good Samaritan reframes the question “Who…
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How to deal with insults: The way of the Buddha
When hostility and harsh words are directed our way, our instincts often urge us to defend, react or internalise the pain. Emotional harm requires our implicit consent—without our acceptance, unkindness remains entirely…
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The king’s portrait
This traditional moral fable illustrates the power of creative perspective and cognitive flexibility in overcoming perceived limitations. The narrative highlights how focusing on an individual’s strengths rather than their flaws can reveal…
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The old fisherman
True beauty rarely aligns with outer appearances, nor does a person’s worth depend on the physical frame they inhabit. When we look past superficial flaws, we uncover souls of extraordinary grace, generosity,…
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Night and day
True enlightenment comes not from observing physical changes in the world around us, but from recognizing our shared humanity in the faces of those we meet. “A student asked a wise Rabbi,…
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“Are you God?”
Acts of unprompted kindness during moments of vulnerability often carry a profound, transcendent quality for those on the receiving end. “With Christmas coming, grandma was out shopping for gifts for her grandchildren. While…
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“I distinctly remember forgetting it!”
Holding onto past grievances often preserves resentment long after the original offence has faded. “When the Master was a boy at school, a classmate treated him with persistent cruelty. Now, older and…
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The three races
True victory lies not in outrunning others for personal glory, but in reaching out to lift up those around us so that everyone crosses the finish line together. “In old times, fable…
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Everyone can play
True sportsmanship and human compassion shine brightest when winning takes a backseat to lifting up a child in need of belonging. “At a fundraising dinner for an American school that serves learning…
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Understanding
“How shall I get the grace of never judging my neighbour?” “Through prayer.” “Then why haven’t I found it yet?” “Because you haven’t prayed in the right place.” “Where is that?” “In…