Mahani Alkaff

26/07/2025

The tree in this image reminds us of the delicate yet profound interconnections that shape our planet and our existence. With its branches reaching towards the heavens and its roots deeply embedded in the Earth, it serves as a living testament to the wonders of nature. It cleans the air we breathe, cools the environment around us, shelters countless species, and nourishes the soil beneath our feet. But what if this tree also represents something greater—something more than just the biological processes that sustain us?

When we pause to consider the depth of its impact, we are forced to ask: Are we as interconnected with the Earth as this tree is to its surroundings? The air we breathe, the land we walk upon, the water that sustains us—are we aware of how deeply they rely on us as well? Perhaps it's time to recognize that, just like the tree, we too are part of a greater ecosystem, and our actions ripple through the world in ways we often fail to acknowledge.

As we contemplate our role in this intricate web, we are invited to ask ourselves: How can we nurture the Earth as it nurtures us? How can we contribute to the health of our environment and our shared home? Let’s explore these questions together and see how we can create a better world for all. 🌱💭🌍

26/07/2025

Breakthrough for traditional natural medicine

The Indonesian Health Ministry supports the development of herbal medicines and phytopharmaceuticals to improve pharmaceutical independence and transform the ...

17/07/2025

https://theb1m.com/video/gelephu-mindfulness-city

Bhutan is building Gelephu Mindfulness City, a new self administered region in the country designed around the concept of gross national happiness

13/07/2025

“You never change things by fighting the existing reality. To change something, build a new model that makes the existing model obsolete.”

“We are called to be architects of the future, not its victims.”

“I’m not trying to imitate nature, I’m trying to find the principles she’s using.”

Bucky Fuller

10/07/2025

"Even When My Body Fails, The Music In My Soul Will Never Die." Barry Gibb’s voice trembled with emotion as he sang his final notes on the Las Vegas stage just 34 minutes ago, fighting illness but refusing to let go of the music that has carried him through a lifetime. At 78, the last living Bee Gee gave a farewell performance that was less about goodbyes and more about undying love—each word soaked in pain, hope, and unbreakable spirit. Among the audience, Nicole Kidman was visibly moved, tears streaming down her face as she clasped her hands tightly, whispering, “That’s his heart. That’s his soul.” The room was thick with reverence as Barry’s voice wavered, yet soared, a poignant reminder that while his time on stage may be ending, his legacy will live on forever. Fans worldwide shared their heartbreak and admiration, knowing this moment was a sacred farewell, not an end. As the last note faded, the crowd rose in a standing ovation, tears mingling with applause, united in the power of a man whose music—and love—will never stop playing....WATCH FULL BELOW 👇👇👇

07/07/2025

www.HumanCondition.com/Freedom-Essays/Resignation/

27/06/2025

Reminder

22/06/2025

🎉Today I turn 91. I live alone on a quiet farm - no party, no guests... just me, and a birthday cake I made myself.🎂

18/04/2025

A lady asks: "How much do you sell your eggs for?"
The old vendor replies "50¢ an egg, madam.” The lady says, “I'll take 6 eggs for $2.50 or I'm leaving.”
The old salesman replies “Buy them at the price you want, Madam. This is a good start for me because I haven't sold a single egg today and I need this to live.”
She bought her eggs at a bargain price and left with the feeling that she had won.
She got into her fancy car and went to a fancy restaurnt with her friend. She and her friend ordered what they wanted. They ate a little and left a lot of what they had asked for.
They paid the bill, which was $150. The ladies gave $200 and told the fancy restaurant owner to keep the change as a tip...
This story might seem quite normal to the owner of the fancy restaurant, but very unfair to the egg seller...
The question it raises is:
𝙒𝙝𝙮 𝙙𝙤 𝙬𝙚 𝙖𝙡𝙬𝙖𝙮𝙨 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙬 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙬𝙚 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙥𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧 𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙬𝙚 𝙗𝙪𝙮 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙𝙮?
𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗲 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗱𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆?
I once read this somewhere ,that a father used to buy goods from poor people at high prices, even though he didn't need the things. Sometimes he paid more for them.
I was amazed. One day his son asked him "Why are you doing this Dad?" His father replied: "It's charity wrappd in dignity, son."
I want to challenge each one of us to do better. We can do that.

05/04/2025

12/02/2025

When a wolf realizes it is losing a fight against another and understands there is no chance of victory, it makes an unexpected decision: it peacefully offers its jugular to the opponent, as if saying, "I have lost, let's end this." But at that very moment, something astonishing happens.

The victorious wolf, instead of delivering the final blow, freezes. An ancient force holds it back—a silent, instinctive law. Something embedded in its DNA, or perhaps beyond it, whispers that the survival of the species is more important than the satisfaction of eliminating its rival.

What a magnificent natural mechanism: no cowardice in the one who surrenders, no mercy in the one who stops. Just a perfect balance. There is no winner or loser. Both wolves walk away, and the cycle of life continues.

This is what we call: HUMILITY.

Credits: Nena Catalán