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In our human journey, we move from simply giving and incorporating love into our lives to a point where we not only give love but also become an embodiment of love. It's a transition where expressing love becomes an innate part of who we are, woven into the fabric of our being and reflected in our actions and interactions with others.

Consider this situation, a person who initially shares love through kind gestures and words. As they progress in their journey, love becomes more than just actions; it becomes an integral part of their character. They don't merely give love; they embody it, and their every action naturally radiates a genuine sense of love and compassion towards others. This transition exemplifies the evolution from offering love to becoming a living expression of it.

In life's diverse relationships – be it between parent and child, husband and wife, or acts of charity toward the less fortunate or those in distress or war – love evolves from a mere gesture to a profound embodiment. This transformation is not confined to human connections but extends to unspoken bonds, such as the devotion between beings and their masters. It exemplifies the deep impact of love, transcending various aspects of our existence.

As you sip on that cup this morning identify someone who embodies love in such a way in your life? Today you must acknowledge the positive impact they have had on you or others. Feel free to tag them here as an acknowledgment!

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"நான் அசைந்தால் ஆசையும் அகிலமெல்லாமே அறிவாய் மனிதா உன் ஆணவம் பெரிதா" 

A beautiful verse of a song from the movie Thiruvilayadal. While the song itself has a powerful back story my adaptation comes from the point of view of self-growth. Today I will talk about how I want to connect it to my heart, mind, and body. Through to Stillness. 

Before there came everything there was nothing and nothingness is stillness. What we all need in life is inner stillness just like the ocean, on the surface, there is always movement but the deeper you go the calmer it is. This is a natural phenomenon. That’s how human life is naturally. 

The rigidity of the environment I have created around myself, one of self-importance breaks down to worthless fragments when I replace the I (நான்) from this verse with my heart (where I believe my creator sits). 

When my heart is disturbed so does the body and mind but when the heart decides to stay calm under all circumstances the body and the mind follow suit - bringing about a stillness.

And every morning I sit down for my coffee time or what is called “me time” i look forward to a few minutes of stillness. I yearn for this stillness within me throughout the day, that would be bliss.

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A few years ago, I met @malini at an event hosted by my friend. Later that night, a few of us went for dinner, and Malini joined us a few minutes later. When asked about their fitness, Malini simply said, “I don’t do much, 'வயிறு போதும்னு சொல்லும் போது நான் நிறுத்திடுவேன்’”, following Nammalvar’s words. Roughly translated, it means when their stomach says stop, they immediately stop. This simple yet challenging concept applies not only to our stomachs but also to our hearts. We often cling to emotions so deeply that, even when our hearts signal that it’s had enough, we continue to feed into it. Whether it's love, excitement, anger, or worry, the more we feed, the harder it becomes to reverse the attachment's effects within us.

With the abundance of food and emotions around us today, the choice to moderate and indulge in either or both solely resides within us. Ponder on that as you sip your morning coffee. Have a wonderful day!

Music: Inspire
Musician: ASHUTOSH

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I believe that children are not an excuse they are a reason, worth everything you have. They give you a reason to live and the strength to tide over your toughest days. Hell yeah they can give you some tough days themselves. 

But, take for instance, when Covid hit home my boys and I fell sick all at the same time, and like a pack of cards the entire household followed. I had no second to spare, and with terrible aches I rose again I knew I had to. I am sure many of you went through the same. 

Pondering over what made me get over the excruciating physical and mental strain were just my kids. Maybe they needed me, but time and again, incident after incident I have understood that I needed them more like a life jacket. This transcends age. 

Endless such counters we all have had. Hold on to their thought that unconditional love will guide you out of anything you are going through.

Having a strong cup of black this morning as I write this. How about you? 

Background Music: 拾翠
Musician: EnjoyMusic
Site: https://enjoymusic.ai

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One of the many things I like to do like many of you guys is to have a quiet morning with my cup of coffee. Left to my thoughts, organise myself and plan my day ahead and to stay on top of my game. Well, truth be told I feel like this time of the day is purely for myself “The Precious Me Time”. 

Our days seem to be getting more and more chalk o block and power packed. You could have demanding children like mine, demanding work or demanding thoughts, but there is something happening all the time and this is great no doubt but you start waiting for nightfall. 

These are times you don’t feel any guilt for spending it on yourself. I know, I said it out loud. But reflection on the guilt topic is for another day. Today is all about appreciating our dear coffee for giving us some precious moments for self reflection.

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