Shimla, Queen of Hills, was founded by the British in the late 19th century as the summer capital of the British Raj. After the hurly-burly trip north from Delhi, words can’t express the meditative, elevating and inspiring beauty of Shimla in the foothills of the Himalayas. I will let my photos tell most of the story.
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Quick Tip: Peeling Thin-Skinned Avocados
Sometimes even a very small innovation can make a difference – like using a ceramic peeler to easily remove the skin from an avocado.
Are You Counting what Really Matters?
We need to value intangibles. Intangibles like family, friendship, contributions to our communities, and our spiritual / religious commitments defy easy measurement. Yet they add essential meaning and value to our lives. As Albert Einstein said:
“Not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted.”
Navigating the Global Governance Crisis
We are living in a time of crisis for the rule of law and governance around the world. When I lived in the Philippines in the 1990s, democracy was fragile. Each election carried the risk of renewed dictatorship. It was hard to escape the realization that the warm, hardworking and creative people of the PhilippinesContinue reading “Navigating the Global Governance Crisis”
The Truth: Others Don’t See Your Self Doubts and Insecurities
I was just an insecure 16 year old, uncertain about everything from my appearance to my place in the universe. One day like any other, I found myself in a sea of students crossing the glass hallway in both directions. Suddenly I realized that of the hordes of students, literally no one was focused on me. Not a one. They were just trying to get to class on time, and most felt just as insecure as me.
How Radical Acceptance Transforms Our Lives
Radical Acceptance helped me to gain perspective in a very dark period and supports now me through these challenging times. Of course past injuries run deep and leave scars. Still we can build better relationships with love, faith, trust and open communication.
Yoga for Emotional Resilience Amid Conflict
At times you may feel like me that we are living in an upside down world. Both my longstanding Jewish observance and Yoga practice have been very helpful for me since October 7th. What are you doing to find comfort and safety in these difficult times?
DIY Mosquito Repellent: Essential Oils for Skin Safety
Like daily sunscreen, it is important to protect your skin with mosquito repellent on a daily basis to protect against mosquito borne viruses. You can make your own herbal mosquito repellent at home. They are easy to make using safe and effective essential oils with research behind them.
Skincare Essentials for 2nd Middle Age: Sunscreen, Hats & Vit C Serum (Updated!)
Consistency is key: Daily use of daily sunscreen, hats and vitamin C serum will protect your skin and may even reverse photoaging.
Waiting for Nasrallah … with Jokes
Also seen online: “Me, every time I think about writing a novel” , “… waiting for the tow truck” etc.., – you get the idea. This is the Israeli experience in a nutshell. While the threat from Tehran, Hezbollah, et al remains very real, a little humor helps to relieve the pressure. And where there are Jews there always will be jokes.