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Since ancient times humans have grappled with questions about the meaning of life. One consistent answer is that meaning is intimately connected with love, as Leo Tolstoy states in this short poem: “I have now understood that though it seems … Continue reading →

Questioner: Some yogis say that one must renounce this world and go off into secluded jungles if one wishes to find the truth. Sri Ramana Maharshi: The life of action need not be renounced. If you meditate for an hour … Continue reading →

We consider ourselves as “rational” or at least “reasonable” creatures. But this wonderful talk lays bare our “cognitive limitations” that make our decision making suspect. The moral of the story is that if we are not rational as we think … Continue reading →

I have often been asked the question by parents as to what to say to kids as they struggle to make sense of their life. Parents often feel that they are walking on eggshells. Their kids have made a major … Continue reading →

“No one can make you serve customers well. That’s because great service is a choice.” Years ago, my friend, told me a wonderful story about a cab driver that proved this point. He was waiting in line for a ride … Continue reading →