In today’s world, most people expect something in return for what they do. Whether it’s kindness, help, or even love, we often keep a mental note—“I did this for them, so they should do something for me.” But what if we chose to live differently? Let’s look at a lighthouse. A lighthouse stands tall in the sea, far away from people. It faces strong winds, storms, and calm days too.
“You cannot solve a crisis without treating it as a crisis. We need to treat sustainability as a business priority—not public relations.” – Greta Thunberg Introduction When we buy white goods like a TV, refrigerator, or air conditioner, we usually choose ones with a 5-star energy rating to save electricity. Similarly, while buying a car, we look at safety features like crash test ratings. In the same way, when booking
The Story of the Baby Elephant In a village, baby elephants were tied with a small rope to a wooden stake. They didn’t even try to break free. When someone asked the trainer why such a strong animal didn’t escape, the trainer replied: “When they are very young, we tie them with the same rope, and they aren’t strong enough to break free. Over time, they stop trying. They grow
“We never know the worth of water till the well is dry.” – Thomas Fuller, Gnomologia, 1732 Introduction Buddha taught that moderation leads to wisdom, peace, and freedom. It’s not about giving up everything or having everything; it’s about choosing the right amount with awareness and purpose. He discovered that neither extreme luxury nor extreme hardship leads to true happiness or enlightenment. After years of strict asceticism and an earlier
Story: Alexander and the Wise Mystic After years of conquering lands and expanding his empire, Alexander the Great grew restless. He had wealth, power, and victory—yet a strange emptiness crept into his heart. One day, he heard of a mystic, a wise sage who lived by a river, untouched by worldly ambitions. Curious, Alexander rode to meet him. He found the mystic sitting peacefully under a tree, gazing at the