Why is it so hard to pin down Nobility?

Why is it so hard to pin down Nobility?

I was reflecting on the notion of human nobility, trying to think of individuals who I consider “noble” – women in particular. The first person that came to mind was Mother Teresa, but then I got stuck and had to think! This made me wonder why it doesn’t come easy to...
Self’s Awareness of its Nobility

Self’s Awareness of its Nobility

Once upon a time, a lioness died soon after giving birth. Her cub is adopted by a herd of sheep. All the sheep knew that the lion cub was not a sheep and they made fun of him for being different. They were mean and cruel to this little animal. One day, an adult lion...
Decision Making vs. Lingering Indecision

Decision Making vs. Lingering Indecision

People make decisions all the time; what time to wake up, what to put on the dinner menu, to take a shower or not. Many decisions barely make an impact on one’s consciousness. Other decisions are more complex; what to study, to relocate to some distant place, to marry...
Storytelling: Ripples that become Waves

Storytelling: Ripples that become Waves

The virtues of storytelling have been rediscovered recently in business, leadership, personal growth context etc. Fact is that storytelling is an ancient tool, used for thousands of years by countless generations to preserve and pass on wisdom and culture. No wonder...
Authentic People are Irresistible

Authentic People are Irresistible

Look around you while you ride the train or bus – who is really “seeing” you? In Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, our social relationships come immediately after our physiological and safety needs are met. Technology has multiplied the way we interact with others. We have...