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The Power of Quiet Leadership: A Conversation with Srividya
Harinath Strategy & Growth – Reliance Retail; EI Outlook Editor Linkedin Profile Srividya Vaidison , Linkedin A Conversation with Srividya Introduction In the philosophy world, there is a story about the students of Confucius. It is said that when they walked through crowded streets, people could recognize them instantly — even before they spoke. Not because they were famous, but because of the way they carried themselves: calm, composed, and quietly confident. Whenever I se

Harinath K
Mar 1421 min read


The Latent Change
Real Growth is Subtle and hidden Deepalakshmi P Yoga Teacher Email ; Instagram Creative writing & Illustrations by: Harinath During my yoga teacher training, I was introduced to the teachings of Patanjali. In Chapter 1 of the Yogasutras , he mentions two powerful tools required to achieve any goal: Abhyasa (Practice) and Vairagya (Detachment). The idea of Abhyasa felt natural to me. Practice, discipline, and hard work are principles we are all familiar with. They form the b

Deepalakshmi P
Mar 142 min read


What Art Class Teaches That Has “Nothing” to Do With Art
Umme Salmaa Bharmal Your Artist friend & Art facilator Linkedin Profile Substack Blog Contact me at: 9920492453 Confidence, persistence, emotional calm — the quiet lessons hidden inside drawing When people hear that I teach art, they usually imagine paint, brushes, sketchbooks, and colourful mess. Yes — those things are part of it. But what I witness in an art session is something much deeper. Art class becomes a quiet space where children and sometimes adults learn how to: S

Umme Salmaa Bharmal
Mar 143 min read


अपना घर
Priya Chaturvedi Global Markets Professional, avid reader, finding rhythm in semi-classical dance and expression in Hindi verse. LinkedIn

Priya Chaturvedi
Mar 141 min read


Unleashing the power -A step at a time!
Dr. Chaitanya Dasika 9930610218 Research Professional, NMIMS university Google Scholar , Linkedin Evenings at Emerald Isle have always been pleasant and full of life. I barely get a window to visit the garden during early evenings but on the days, I visit I feel energized want to make it a regular practice. The play zone near T6 or the relatively longer walking tracks that EI offer are a treat to the residents who bond and enjoy over a walk or a talk in these lawns. The pl

Dr. Chaitanya Dasika
Mar 143 min read


Fitness and the Tiger Safari
Deepalakshmi P Yoga teacher Email ; Instagram We chase weight loss like tourists chase tigers. But real fitness lies in the forest — in strength, stamina, balance, and joy. When the ecosystem thrives, the tiger appears naturally. “Want to know how a Pune based 40yr old lost 15 kg in 2 months without diet or any exercise”? “ The secrets of weight loss shared by this celebrity actress fitness trainer”… “You can eat your favourite briyani, roti and chaval and still lose weight

Deepalakshmi P
Feb 144 min read


New Beginnings Begin with Letting Go
Abhi Jain Lead Functional Consultant LinkedIn She was always the strong one—until a quiet question from an old colleague revealed her hidden exhaustion and taught her that real strength sometimes begins with letting go. She had always been known as the strong one. When things fell apart, she was the one who stayed standing. When responsibility shifted, it somehow landed on her shoulders — and she accepted it without question. Over time, being strong stopped feeling like an ac

Abhi Jain
Feb 142 min read


What We Wear, and Who We Become
Neha Suradkar Co- Founder of YOGEE Beauty & Wellness Pvt Ltd Assistant Professor (Fashion History, Styling) LinkedIn Fashion and Design Educator, Entrepreneur, Style Coach™ and Advocate of Timeless Thinking Have you ever noticed how you automatically sit a little straighter when you are dressed well? Or how staying in nightclothes till noon somehow convinces your brain that answering emails is… optional? This isn’t about impressing anyone. This is psychology. And I am not

Neha Suradkar
Feb 144 min read


Til-Gul, Kites, and Care: A Sankranti Story of Family, Health, and New Beginnings
Arvind Pawar Co-founder of Hyperlink Health Linkedin Dr. Kavitha Madhuri Ph.D. in Gynaecological Oncology ; LinkedIn January in Mumbai feels like a pause — the good kind. The mornings are cooler, the sunlight softer, and across terraces and balconies, kites rise into the sky. In homes across the city, families prepare for Makar Sankranti — exchanging til-gul, planning simple meals, and stepping into a season that symbolises renewal. Sankranti, like Pongal, Lohri, and other ha

Arvind Pawar
Jan 104 min read


A Philosophical interpretation of the Title Song of “Kyunki Saas BhiKabhi Bahu Thi” through the Lens of Samkhya
NEELU SUNIL KALRA Yoga Sadhaka | Mindfulness Guide Certified 200-Hour TTC LinkedIn Profile Website (‘क्योंकि सास भी कभी बहू थी’ का दार्शनिक पाठ) Sometimes, deep philosophical ideas are hidden in the most unexpected places. A television serial’s title song, heard many times without much thought, can suddenly become a doorway to deeper understanding. When we pause and listen carefully, even familiar words can begin to reflect timeless truths about life, change and awareness. Th

Neelu Sunil Kalra
Jan 103 min read


The Power of Process Praise
Vijaya Nane Leader, Coach, aspiring Psychologist Why how we appreciate matters more than what we appreciate. You ask your 3-year-old to pick up her/his toys and put them back in the place and the child promptly responds to your request and you compliment – you are such a good girl/boy- you are so sweet. You keep encouraging the child with your appreciation whenever a good thing is done as good girl/good boy and when they do something that is not appropriate saying don’t do th

Vijaya Nane
Jan 103 min read


Positive Parenting through the teachings of Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan
Preeti Mahendru Full-time mom, and a volunteer at DBF How To Deal With A Defiant Child Or A Stubborn Child What should be done when an open clash between you and your child arises? What should be done when your child cries? Let’s learn the art of dealing with such behaviors coming from your child! Give a thought on the following: When you have a complained about a particular behavior of your child, did you ever check whether you behave in the same way with the child? For exam
Preeti Mahendru
Jan 103 min read


You Think the “Good Old Days” Are Over—Here’s Why You’re Wrong
Namya Aggarwal A runner, Writer and student (12 th Class) LinkedIn T his essay by Namya Aggarwal reflects on why people often feel the past was better than the present. The author argues that nostalgia makes us idealize earlier times, but in reality the “good old days” are relative — every moment can become cherished once it’s over. The article suggests practicing gratitude and recognizing that the present is just as valuable as any past era we remember fondly. Drowning in n

Namya Aggarwal
Jan 103 min read


A Journey That Changed Me
Abhi Jain Lead Functional Consultant LinkedIn The journey that changed me did not begin with a suitcase or a map. It began on an ordinary morning, when the house was quiet for a rare moment, and I realized I had forgotten what silence felt like. Once, I believed journeys were about movement— changing cities, roles, titles . I moved fast, learned faster, and wore resilience like armor. I measured progress in milestones and deliverables, convinced that strength meant never paus

Abhi Jain
Jan 102 min read


Positive Parenting through the teachings of Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan
Preeti Mahendru Full-time mom, and a volunteer at DBF How To Deal With Teenagers As a Single Parent Seeking how to deal with teenagers tends to become the only goal of any parent’s life when their children enter teenagerhood. It is widely believed that one of the difficult phases of parenthood is parenting teenagers. This phase becomes even more difficult when it comes to single parenting teens. Let’s put the same view in this way: This phase brings more responsibilities to a
Preeti Mahendru
Dec 13, 20256 min read


Overcoming Limitations
Varun Goel Blogger, Website In the quiet suburbs of Moscow, where nature thrived in every corner, a boy named Milton lived in a cozy lake house with his parents, Denis and Maryam. Surrounded by lush trees and colorful gardens, life seemed perfect for young Milton. However, his world was about to change dramatically. Milton was a lively child, full of laughter and curiosity. At just twelve years old, he faced a life-altering challenge when he contracted polio. The joyful sound

Varun Goel
Dec 13, 20252 min read


Seasons of EI: Photos of Year 2025
Jyothi Dmello Author and Street Photographer Instagram If I have to sum up my 2025 in one word , I would say: Blessed! Just look at the views outside my window. From mackerel skies and golden sun, to hues of yellow, orange and pink, to grey clouds and the mighty lightning and thunder, and Oh, moon’s goodnight kiss, it is impossible to not marvel at nature's beauty, appreciate my existence in this magical universe and feel grateful.

Jyothi Dmello
Dec 13, 20251 min read
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