A Lotus In The Mud

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How yoga completed Bollywood actress Sheeba’s fitness and wellness journeyThe 90s Bollywood star reflects on her transit...
04/25/2026

How yoga completed Bollywood actress Sheeba’s fitness and wellness journey

The 90s Bollywood star reflects on her transition from fitness enthusiast to certified yoga instructor, her secret to a successful marriage of 30 years, and why women must put on their own "oxygen masks" first....

Exclusive interview with 90s Bollywood star Sheeba. Discover her journey from film heroine to certified yoga instructor, her "oxygen mask" theory for self-care, and the secret to her successful 30-year marriage.

HWPL peace journalism workshop examines the media’s role in a polarized worldGlobal journalists at the HWPL Peace Journa...
04/23/2026

HWPL peace journalism workshop examines the media’s role in a polarized world

Global journalists at the HWPL Peace Journalism Workshop call for solutions-driven reporting to counter misinformation, reduce conflict, and rebuild public trust....

At HWPL’s April 18 workshop, 220 journalists urged solutions-focused reporting to counter misinformation, address news avoidance, and support peace in conflict zones.

The quiet revolution of the heart: In conversation with Arjun SethIn an age that trains the mind and measures success in...
04/23/2026

The quiet revolution of the heart: In conversation with Arjun Seth

In an age that trains the mind and measures success in metrics, Arjun Seth is asking a quieter, more radical question—what would it mean to educate the heart?...

Arjun Seth on heart-centered education, mentorship, and guiding students toward right-fit colleges with clarity, purpose, and inner alignment.

No ‘Away’ for waste: Why women hold the key to a healthier planetOn Earth Day, explore waste and its impact on health an...
04/22/2026

No ‘Away’ for waste: Why women hold the key to a healthier planet

On Earth Day, explore waste and its impact on health and the quiet power of women at home who, from kitchens to climate action, can lead the shift toward a waste-free world by showing how everyday choices beyond the bin can help heal the planet....

Explore the importance of sustainable living, the shift from reuse to a throwaway culture, and the solutions—recycling, segregation, and mindful consumption—that can save the environment.

Amid the President Trump-Pope Leo feud, Vice President JD Vance harked back to "more than a1,000-year tradition of just-...
04/18/2026

Amid the President Trump-Pope Leo feud, Vice President JD Vance harked back to "more than a1,000-year tradition of just-war theory" in Christianity. Soon after, the U.S. bishops’ chair for doctrine clarified that a nation can only legitimately take up the sword ‘in self-defense, once all peace efforts have failed’.
Whether the US-Israel war on Iran was in self-defense only history will decide. But the Catholic just war theory would resonate with Indians as laid out in the Mahabharat epic.
See the similarities here:

Explore the concept of a 'Just War' through the lens of the Ramayan, Mahabharat, and modern ethics. Can ancient wisdom guide today’s complex global conflicts?

From IIT dream to divine calling: Journey of a teen who chose a guru over worldly success The interview unfolds the many...
04/18/2026

From IIT dream to divine calling: Journey of a teen who chose a guru over worldly success

The interview unfolds the many facets of Swami Nityananda’s life—from a student preparing to study mechanical engineering at IIT to a spiritual path that led him to become a global leader....

A candid conversation on Swami Nityananda’s transformation from a science-focused student to a global spiritual teacher, highlighting his formative influences, philosophy, and service-driven mission.

Discover silent retreats in Himachal: Varun Talwar’s White Light haven in SolanDiscover White Light, a silent retreat in...
04/17/2026

Discover silent retreats in Himachal: Varun Talwar’s White Light haven in Solan

Discover White Light, a silent retreat in Solan, Himachal Pradesh, founded by Varun Talwar and Christina. Offering quiet, no‑structure stays in the Himalayas, it blends Bhagavad Gita wisdom, meditation, and conscious leadership for burnt‑out professionals seeking deep rest....

A former investor turns inward. Inside White Light in Himachal Pradesh and why silent retreats are becoming essential in today’s fast-paced world.

A Lotus in the Mud highlights spiritual wellness at SUNY Old Westbury fairSUNY Old Westbury’s wellness fair brought toge...
04/16/2026

A Lotus in the Mud highlights spiritual wellness at SUNY Old Westbury fair

SUNY Old Westbury’s wellness fair brought together students, experts, and organizations to explore the eight dimensions of wellness, with A Lotus In The Mud emphasizing spirituality’s role in mental health and balanced living....

Wellness fair at SUNY Old Westbury draws students and experts, showcasing 8 dimensions of health with interactive stalls, counseling resources, and spiritual wellness insights.

Astrology’s $7 billion boom: From ancient belief to digital powerExplore how astrology evolved from ancient Vedic tradit...
04/15/2026

Astrology’s $7 billion boom: From ancient belief to digital power

Explore how astrology evolved from ancient Vedic traditions to a $7 billion industry in India, shaping beliefs, culture, and modern digital trends worldwide....

From ancient Vedic roots to digital platforms, astrology continues to guide millions—blending belief, culture, and modern thought.

From chaos to coherence: Harnessing the hidden force shaping national karmaAs America starts celebrating its 250th birth...
04/14/2026

From chaos to coherence: Harnessing the hidden force shaping national karma

As America starts celebrating its 250th birthday amid global tensions, the author argues that a nation’s future depends not just on policy but on shifting its collective emotional state from reactive chaos to coherent action to overcome the weight of its past....

Explore the concept of national as the accumulated force of historical actions and collective behavior, and understand how it influences a nation’s ability to respond to crises.

Words and art reveal the divine in Harinder Singh’s book on Guru Gobind SinghReligion is often interpreted in many ways ...
04/10/2026

Words and art reveal the divine in Harinder Singh’s book on Guru Gobind Singh

Religion is often interpreted in many ways by different authors, but ‘Guru Gobind Singh Sahib: Life, Vision & Wisdom’ presents it with simplicity—beautifully blending words and art to create a deeply meaningful yet effortless reading experience....

Explore Harinder Singh's _Guru Gobind Singh Sahib: Life, Vision & Wisdom_—a heartfelt guide to spiritual reflection and wisdom through art.

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