Thinking aloud through sketches, words and humour
Koi didn’t visit Monk for over a week. She spent time reflecting on all the conversations over the last few days. Soon, winter arrived and the mornings got even more colder. At the crack of dawn, a expansive blanket of fog stretched sleepily across the lake. At the bank, where Monk sat every day, a... Continue Reading →
The Koi was back after a few days. Swimming up to the monk on a cold winter morning, as a blanket of fog hung over the lake. The monk spoke first, with his eyes gently shut, yet sensing Koi was nearby in silence. “You are back Koi. How have you been?” “I am well Monk.... Continue Reading →
The Monk eyes were still shut, but he sensed an aura of restlessness as Koi approached him. “Is everything ok, Koi?” asked the monk with his eyes still closed. The Koi spoke as he neared the banks of the zen garden. “Monk, I am not feeling happy today. I watched you and have been trying... Continue Reading →
The Monk felt the Koi’s presence and opened his eyes “Welcome back my friend.” Koi smiled and said “I have another thought today Monk.” The Monk waited for Koi to continue. “Monk, how do I learn to forgive?” The monk smiled at Koi. “I love your questions Koi” and then closed his eyes in silence... Continue Reading →
The Koi fish was back early morning. “I thought of another question Monk.” She said. The monk patiently waited for Koi to speak. “What is wisdom Monk?” The monk was silent for what seemed like eternity and then he spoke softly. “Koi, Wisdom is listening intently to knowledge and making use of what she imparts.”... Continue Reading →
The Koi asked the monk one day “Have you found the answers you are looking for?” The Monk paused for a while and answered the Koi “I am not seeking answers, Koi. I am just beginning to know myself. When I really discover myself and become who I truly am, the other answers will magically... Continue Reading →
The Koi fish approached the monk one day. “I have a question for you” said the Koi. The monk waited patiently for the Koi fish to ask his question. “Why do you close your eyes?” The monk smiled with his eyes gently closed. “It allows me to be with myself and shut out the noise... Continue Reading →
“What is meditation?” The Koi fish asked the monk. The monk smiled and answered “Meditation is being in the now.” Koi went silent for a moment and asked “Are you meditating now?” “Yes. Right now I am completely present in our conversation. My mind is not astray, my thoughts aren’t scattered. The water is still... Continue Reading →
"This is the true joy in life, the being used for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one; the being a force of nature instead of a feverish selfish clod of ailments and grievances complaining that the world will not devote itself to making you happy. I am of the opinion that... Continue Reading →
Once in a while, I let the monk get away from his solitude and mediate with others. The energy of connected silence i find visually and emotionally uplifting. In life too, we come across people who suddenly cross our paths, where you can immediately sense their aura, their positive energy and shared intent. Suddenly, there's... Continue Reading →
I am exploring ways to depict meditation and self knowledge. I found a few metaphors that align with my interpretation of the process. I am using building forms to depict the outside world and symbolize the noise of everyday life. The energy lines around the monk attempt to describe the changes and the aura that... Continue Reading →
What goes around comes around. Goodwill is the most precious asset to nurture. Networking is helping others achieve their goals without expecting anything in return. The more you become a catalyst to people's dreams and aspirations, the more the power of reciprocity kicks in. The secret is not to expect it and never to make... Continue Reading →
A close friend shared this quote with me yesterday.This morning I visualized it my way and created a doodle. This was fun and inspiring at the same time.
Danny Myers has set up some of the best restaurant chains in the world including shake shack. In his book "setting the table", he defines business so beautifully. Within these words is an ocean of ideas. In essence, this is all an entrepreneur should ever care about. He says: "Business, like life, is about how... Continue Reading →
Procrastination is one the deadliest villains in the battle for success. Do it now! Pick the toughest and scary tasks in your job list and finish it right away! Every business book on excellence and self help books on brilliance wrestle with correcting the flaws of procrastination!! Go ahead now and strike that job list... Continue Reading →
Mohammed Ali said it so simply, and this philosophy is so apt to live life by! When success and victory are the only visual the mind can see, it's usually what comes our way. When the cracks of self doubts erode this confidence, what comes our way is what we are afraid of. We gift... Continue Reading →
The simplest rule to know your heart is to follow your mind and see where it leads you! Ha
How much to protect and how much to let them experience and learn as kids? This is always the big quandary. As kids we enjoyed the freedom and learnt so much by doing things and making our mistakes. As a parent, so often the instinct is to protect and ensure everything is perfect. I have... Continue Reading →
Here are some inspiring, fun and insightful thoughts on parenting. I loved these!
The philosophy of Doing- super simplified!
Steve Martin said it best!
A great thought for life. Welcome mistakes and grow faster!
Wow!
So true. Staying true to yourself without being influenced by the world that unfolds around you.
What simple thoughts with so much meaning in them. Perfect roadmap for life!
This is how I want to wake up each day!
SEEKING ANSARS 