A unique perspective on Spirituality, Philosophy and Love.
We have all felt the pull of passion. The first excitement inevitably fades away with time. How can we prevent that from happening?
Manu Adams
It might have been half past three when the news was confirmed. Though we knew the storm clouds were gathering and getting darker, the final confirmation was difficult to handle. It made me burst into tears. I have not been this depressed since Trump became president. It is not possible,… Continue Reading Return to office: An odyssey
Manu Adams
Think of a typical dinner time at home. The four-membered family has 16 opinions on what to eat. You want to cook. Your husband wants to eat out. Your son is stuck between Burger and Pizza, whereas your teen daughter prefers to order some unpronounceable dish from a far-off ethnic… Continue Reading How to make the right choice
Manu Adams
Last day I met one of my many cousins. The usually pleasant guy looked depressed. When I enquired, he said that he had been searching for a job since he graduated but couldn’t find one. He was on the verge of tears when he asked me what he should do.… Continue Reading How can I get my dream job?
Manu Adams
“Dad, what’s a globe?” Ken asked. “It is the representation of Earth on a basketball-sized sphere.” John replied, taking out a globe from the wardrobe, “Look how beautiful it is!” Ken’s eyes widened with wonder as he took the globe in his hand, “It’s so blue!” he said. “That’s the… Continue Reading Nationalism: A nod or a no-no?
Manu Adams
“Change is the only constant” Heraclitus “Who can articulate the truths of life better than Greek philosophers!” I wondered as my life was going through a change. The work contract with my client Microsoft ended abruptly, and with it the joy of being part of a world-class team and the… Continue Reading Change: The unstoppable constant
Manu Adams
Regret is a punishment in itself. It is as uncomfortable as walking around in a small-sized shoe. The blog explores the possibility of curbing the misery.
Manu Adams
Five ways to deal with suffering from Victor Frankl, a psychologist, neuroscientist and a holocaust survivor.
Manu Adams
The wicked alarm rang in its ominous rhythm promptly at 7. Cursing the eccentric who invented the damn thing, I turned it off. As with every Monday, it was a gloomy day. I shuddered at the prospect of going to work. Last Friday, I left a ton of unfinished tasks.… Continue Reading Be Organized. Use these hacks
Manu Adams
Yesterday I came across a thought provoking story by Antony de Mello: One Sunday morning, a father asked his daughter to mow the lawn. In return he promised her some pocket money. The prospect of the reward, with which she could buy her favorite candy, made the 10-year-old enthusiastic. She… Continue Reading One size fits all!?
Manu Adams
Imagine you are invited to a high-level meeting. You are given a spot between diplomats and VIPs. With the black suits, polished oak desk, and pin-drop silence, the very air feels serious. Then you notice the Dumbledorian white beard of an important-looking Iranian dignitary sitting to your right. The mischievous… Continue Reading What to expect!
Manu Adams
Have you seen the movie Home Alone? If so, you will feel for the 8-year-old who gets stranded at his home when everyone leaves town. Though we enjoyed the scenes where he copes with difficulties and resists a band of burglars with ingenious plans, we felt sorry for his plight.… Continue Reading Dealing with loneliness, again!
Manu Adams
