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When we look at this image, with the cow, flute and the beauty of nature around... our attention naturally goes towards Shri Krishn. Isn't it?

But perhaps there is something more to see here. Krishn is often portrayed as deeply connected with nature not as something separate from Himself. And that makes me pause and think– **"**if we truly understand His life, can we continue to see nature merely as something for our consumption?"

I don't know how literally every story about Krishn should be understood and I don't think we need to accept or reject everything blindly. For me, the Bhagavad Gita offers a way to understand the deeper spirit behind His life and the stories associated with Him.

Maybe the point is not just to worship Krishn in our own way.. but to understand what His life can teach us- "to live with nature, not above it."

Tried to switch things up a little! Fed up with the same old chapati routine, so I gave this a try. You can try it too! ;)

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Had no time to cook anything or go outside looking for vegan and healthy food, so I just explored whatever I had in my kitchen and made this in the kettle. 🙈

Also prepped my lunch alongside it, with absolutely no break from work.

Sometimes you just have to work with what you have! ;)

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While reading "Bahut Door Kitna Door Hota Hai" by "Manav Kaul", I came across a part where the writer shows empathy towards animals kept in zoos and questions how human beings can treat animals this way... That really affected me! I found myself connecting with what he was saying and I continued reading with that perspective in mind.

But as I read further, I started noticing something that genuinely made me pause!

Since this is a travelogue and the writer is narrating his own journey moment by moment, we also see him himself consuming meat and dairy products, quite naturally and wholeheartedly, whether it's croissant and coffee or meat.

And that's where I got confused...

On one hand, he seems deeply affected by the suffering and confinement of animals in zoos, even questioning how human beings can do such a thing. But on the other hand, he is comfortable consuming products that also involve the use and suffering of animals.

So my question is: Isn't there a contradiction here?

If we can feel empathy for an animal in a zoo and question its captivity and suffering, why don't we extend the same empathy to animals used for food and dairy?

Maybe I'm missing some context or looking at it too simply. I'm genuinely curious to know how others interpreted this while reading the book. Did anyone else notice this contrast?

It's really hurtful.I have been vegetarian since childhood. In my twenties, I got to know that it was not actually vegetarian!

I had eggs a few times too, though never casually because they are often considered "vegetarian" out of convenience, taste or selfishness.

The truth is, I simply didn't know can say never tried to know.

Leave ignorance aside, I didn't even have awareness about the cruelty involved. Sometimes I would see things that raised questions in my mind, but I never dared to ask anyone.

Somehow, I met people who were religious or you could say so-called spiritual. Yet they never spoke about excluding milk or other dairy products from our daily diet. These same people consider eating meat a sin, while milk is treated as something pure and sacred.

That's the problem. They never stop to think about what lies behind it, even when it's happening all around them!

I came to know the truth quite late but I accepted it sincerely. Now, I want to share it with everyone who is still unaware of this cruelty. I think many people notice these things but never truly realize what they mean.

Maybe videos like these can become the trigger that helps someone finally see and understand.

Video credit: insta page @MICH3LLEBIANCA

I was scrolling through my gallery to find something and came across this photo. I don't usually get to post pictures on social media.

But then remembered I have a community here. So... here I am.

The funny part is, I am admiring this flower without even knowing its name. 😂

Does anyone know what it's called? I'd love to finally learn its name!

I just saw a media interview by Acharya Prashant addressing the recent NEET exam paper leaks, the resulting tragic student suicides, and the ongoing hunger strike by Sonam Wangchuk.

He didn't just give a generic statement or a fast reaction. His statement can be broke down into three parts—to Wangchuk, to the Government, and to the Indian society.

Here is a summary of what he said:

1. The Appeal to Sonam Wangchuk: "India needs you alive."

Speaking as one teacher watching another teacher put his life on the line, AP urged Sonam Wangchuk to end his 18-day fast. He highlighted Wangchuk's track record as a sincere, trustworthy person who brought education and water to the harsh deserts of Ladakh. AP's message to him was clear: Break your fast. You can serve India, Ladakh, the environment, and education much better by staying alive. Please protect your life.

2. The Challenge to the Government: "Talk to him."

AP called out the government, reminding them that the "dharma" of politics and democracy is restraint, respect, and dialogue. He pointed out the tragic irony of the situation: it does not suit a democracy when a sensible, honorable citizen has to put his life on the line just to get the government to talk to him.

3. The Harsh Mirror for Indian Society (The NEET Tragedy)

While everyone is focused on the paper leaks (the "outer" problem), AP addressed the dark "inner" problem nobody wants to talk about: How did a single piece of paper become more valuable than a student's life?

He called out the entire "market"—coaching centers, corrupt officials, and most importantly, parents.

He asked parents: When did your beautiful child become an "entrance exam project"?

He stated that paper leaks are just a byproduct of a toxic societal demand where millions of kids are forced to chase the exact same "imported dream" out of fear and inferiority.

His concluding thought: We can fight for a fair system on the outside, but until we change our internal greed and dishonesty, no system will ever be truly fair. We are the ones who build the systems, and if we are corrupt inside, we will just build backdoors into new systems.

Link to the full video

What do you think? Are they really just going to let him collapse before they open a dialogue? And are we as a society ever going to stop treating kids like exam projects?

We spend so much of life looking for happiness in the outside world. But nature quietly reminds us that happiness is not a place to reach. It is something we notice when the mind becomes a little quieter.

These animals made me smile. I hope they make you smile too. 😺

Video credit: instagram handle @varun.aditya

What feels disposable to us can become a lifetime trap for another life. Plastic doesn't disappear. It returns—to our oceans, to wildlife, and eventually to us.

Behind the meat on our plates is a reality that often remains hidden. This video highlights animal welfare concerns and invites us to reflect on our humanity, compassion, and the choices we make.If we knew more, would we choose differently?

Video credit–instagram handle with collaboration: @thatveganactivist1 and @pocciox.pk

The ruins of St. Augustine Tower, Goa, stand gracefully through the centuries, serving as a quiet reminder of the region's rich history.⏳️✨️

I've been trying to read , but I just can't seem to get into it.👩‍💻

I genuinely want to read this book because so many people recommend it, but I'm finding it difficult to stay immersed. I read a few pages, then I stop to look up words or references, and by the time I come back, I've completely lost the flow. Because of that, I'm also struggling to connect with the story and its characters.

I've tried reading it in the metro, at my desk, on my bed, in my room, even in a park—hoping a change of environment would help. But nothing seems to work.

I'd really appreciate any advice. I don't want to give up on it.🤝

🤔Has anyone else felt this way while reading 1984?

• How did you approach it?

• Did anything help— chapter summaries, an audiobook, a companion book, or just sticking with it?

• Or is there another book I should read first before coming back to 1984?

My brain after one motivational video: "We're going to wake up at 5 AM, exercise, read books, build a business, and change the world."

Me (10 minutes later): sleeping peacefully.

Please tell me I'm not the only one. 🙆😭

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Finding healthy vegan food while travelling isn't always easy.

Most places have paneer, butter, cheese, or other animal-based ingredients. And even if there's a vegan option, it's often processed. I usually prefer fresh, wholesome food over convenience.

Recently, during a seminar in Greater Noida, I was looking for exactly that. I wasn't in the mood for the usual dosa, idli, or a regular thali.

That's when I came across the place serving moong cheela, moonglet, and even moong pizza. I had the Veggies Moong Cheela, but I requested them to prepare it in "olive oil" instead of butter. They happily agreed (with a small extra charge), and I really appreciated that they were willing to customize it. It was simple, filling, nutritious, and really delicious.

Out of curiosity, I asked the owner, "Ye restaurant kab se hai? Main pehle bhi yahan aa chuki hoon, lekin maine ise kabhi notice hi nahi kiya." He smiled and said, "Do saal se." 😄

I guess the restaurant wasn't new.I had simply never noticed it before.🙂

The other pictures in this collage are from a few more places where I managed to find fresh, healthy vegan meals. Every meal felt like a small but satisfying discovery.

Do you also make special requests to restaurants for healthier meals, or do you usually eat whatever is available while travelling? 🌿