Being Bindas!

Book Review: Shantaram

bb — Sat, 02 Jun 2012 09:25:42 +0000

If you like to read novels written by Indian authors or stories based in India then this book is a perfect fit. Written by an Australian born writer Gregory David Roberts, Shantaram is an autobiography of a former mafia don who spent his time in hiding in Mumbai. This book is likely to be [...]

Never Stop!!!

sagarika — Thu, 31 May 2012 18:19:36 +0000

There is a time when time stops we all know that time never stops so what actually has stopped its- us. When do we stop moving its when we stop taking actions in our life for the performance we are doing. Yes it is true when we go downhill and stop there and donot go [...]

The Young Entrepreneurs

Readers Cafe — Tue, 29 May 2012 14:57:11 +0000

The rise of the young entrepreneur is evidence in this economic climate that job seekers have had to re-evaluate their approach to finding a job. In light of recent technological advances, changing work patterns, the evolving landscape of industry and social mobility, jobs are no longer for life (for the long term for that matter). [...]

Book Review: The Last Lecture

bb — Sat, 19 May 2012 06:00:10 +0000

Randy Pausch was a professor in Carnegie Mellon University. It’s common on college campuses for professors to give their last lecture to students and colleagues. Professors are asked: If they were to die, what wisdom would they give to the world if they knew it was their last chance. In Randy’s case he did not [...]

Life Changing Tips By Rumi

sagarika — Wed, 16 May 2012 08:02:01 +0000

1. Challenge Fear-“Run from what’s comfortable. Forget safety. Live where you fear to live. Destroy your reputation. Be notorious.” 2. Be Bold-“Do not be satisfied with the stories that come before you. Unfold your own myth.” 3. Have Gratitude -“Wear gratitude like a cloak and it will feed every corner of your life.” 4. Take [...]

Brahmagyan

sagarika — Tue, 15 May 2012 08:18:27 +0000

Until we are able to get over avarice and envy we cannot apprehend the true form of ‘Brahmagyan’. So long as one is engrossed in riches, children and material longings one finds oneself in the whirlwind of sea of dilluson, attachment, avarice and is surrounded by crocodiles in the form of ego and envy. The one [...]

Teaching of Ishopnishad

sagarika — Tue, 15 May 2012 07:43:46 +0000

The main contribution of ishopnishad is related to the principles of conduct of human life. It is a matter of delight that the principles of this ‘upnishad’ are founded on the spiritual values, which are dealt with great details. The beginning of the Upnishad commence with the spiritual principle that everything that exists is permeated [...]

The Average Indian Male: Book Review

bb — Fri, 11 May 2012 14:23:56 +0000

The Average Indian Male written by television anchor, stand-up comedian and theater actor Cyrus Broacha decodes the average Indian men. The funny man makes no bones in calling himself as an average Indian male as well. The book is nothing but pile of letters. The book starts with a witty letter by a foreigner who [...]

Going Beyond

bb — Sun, 06 May 2012 10:30:28 +0000

Sourced* Episode 15 Life is not a competition. Each one is on their own journey, live according to your choices, capacity, values and principles. The output of our actions is in proportion to our inputs. Inputs could be circumstances, health, resources, and value systems. Our output is not dependent on the output of others. [...]

INSPIRATION

sagarika — Thu, 03 May 2012 10:20:44 +0000

How do we understand that this thought is inspiration. It is the word or sentence which is inspiring us to do something good which mind thinks is right for us. Inspiration as the dictionary definition goes by arousal of the mind to special unusual activity or creativity that is to create, motivate with all the effects [...]

King Chilli – Restaurant Review

bb — Wed, 02 May 2012 15:58:39 +0000

Filed under: Foodie Bay Tagged: kalina, king chilli, peking rice, restaurant, thai pot noodles

Online Retail Shopping

bb — Wed, 02 May 2012 11:34:00 +0000

Online Retail Shopping is the latest form of shopping in India. Still at a nascent stage it is in vogue among youngsters who are earning handsome disposable income. I too have joined the bandwagon I started to shop online just a year back. My first buy was on www.fashionnyou.com. I bought a top from Aadro [...]

Bindas Sisters

bb — Tue, 01 May 2012 13:47:46 +0000

Gorgeous sisters Shruti and Akshara are quiet natural with the camera...I love the hair colour - Vibrant & Bindas!

A Day at the Parathawala Gali

sagarika — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 11:27:50 +0000

Chandi Chowk as we all know is famous for their old, new and always famous for its fabrics, jewellery and antiques, its also famous for the ‘parathas’. Visiting Parathawali Gali was like visiting the shrine for the ‘foodies’! Always heard about but could never find ample time to visit it. So finally visited it. It [...]

My Food Journal – Muesli

bb — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 13:37:43 +0000

I like to munch something in between my hectic work. My mind gets exhausted and I feel the urge to munch something. Crunchy eatables reduces stress for me. At the same time I need to check my weight. I need to cut down 9 kgs. So one day I decided to buy pack of oats [...]

What I Am Reading Right Now!

bb — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 17:12:50 +0000

After a long hiatus today I went to my spiritual class. I sat for the lecture. I felt light. I also picked up a book from the centre. It’s by my favourite dadi – Dadi Janki. I like her lectures a lot. I make sure I read her lectures online. The book is called 365 [...]

Soul Fry – Restaurant Review

bb — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:49:31 +0000

If your wondering where can you indulge in some soulful sea food in Mumbai, then Soul Fry @ Palinaka, Bandra is one stop for you. Soul Fry comes from the name fish fry and it serves home style food. The restaurant is predominantly Goan style and has a cottage like look. It also has a [...]

Going Beyond

bb — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 08:16:08 +0000

*Sourced Episode 5 To change any habit we take care of 4 aspects. Gyan – Knowledge, Yog – Meditation, Dharna -Inculcation of qualities and Seva – Sharing. Meditation means to check your emotional blockages, see the thoughts behind it and then replace those thoughts with the truth. For eg. No one loves me is the [...]

Things I Miss

bb — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:32:39 +0000

Low waist denim jeans High Heels Mojris Wandering on the streets Solo travelling Sitting on the floor Walking bare feet Running Gym Dance Swimming – I wanted to learn Driving my dad’s car – I wanted to learn Short pants Skirts – I had plans to wear it in future Dresses – When I see [...]

Mehendi On My Hands

bb — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:17:24 +0000

Last Sunday I attended my friend’s sister’s Mehendi ceremony. I got mehendi on my hands as well. So did my mommmy! Check it out! Filed under: Being Myself Tagged: mehendi