Solitude and Books

Do you think education can truly rewrite a person’s destiny?  My answer is - Absolutely!  It can. Education has the power to even transform the destiny of all upcoming generations!  _______________________ I am so happy to have read her life’s journey. Its truly inspiring and motivates us women to never stop! It is such a deeply personal journey that follows Yusra Mariyam’s path through struggle, rediscovery, and transformation. I loved learning more about this strong lady! It begins with her childhood move to the UK, where she faced cultural and linguistic hurdles that tested her identity. From a girl dreaming of joining the police to a woman reshaping her life through education and faith, the story travels across decades of self-doubt, renewal, and resilience. Every part of her brought stroggles, but she was firm in her beliefs and had faith in herself!  Get your copy HERE I would say it’s definitely not a typical memoir, but it’...

What comes to mind when you hear “Tantra”? Aghoris, black magic, or forbidden rituals? That’s the image I have, and I kept my distance, unsure of the consequences. But is Tantra really about spiritual awakening, or have we misunderstood it as something dark and mystical? Tantra by Khushwant Singh explores the mysterious world of ancient spiritual practices through his own past live experiences and learnkng from an enlightened teacher from 13th century. The book explains this in simple, direct language. I’ve read a few of his earlier books, and in one, he openly shares memories of past lives and the teachings he received from enlightened gurus in those eras. Yes, only if you believe in the concept of rebirths his books will make sense to you. In this book, he similarly shares insights from Guru Gorakhnath around understanding Tantra.  Do you think ancient paths like Tantra are meant for everyone, or only for a few chosen seekers? His journey begin...

What remains of a man once the sea takes away everything but his memories?  This question follows Captain David Carter, a sailor whose life is shaped by orphanhood, war, and two women who crossed his life at different times. The novel begins with his haunting recollection of one, a memory that feels both sweet and rotten beneath the surface.  Later, the calm but powerful presence of another, an Egyptian artist, brings a different kind of longing. Between these two anchors, David keeps drifting, and the sea becomes both his escape and his mirror. https://amzn.to/3KRznxb Four things stood out strongly for me. First, the way the sea itself feels like a character, sometimes a lover, sometimes a thief.  Second, David’s memories are written with melancholy and saudade, showing how the past never truly leaves. His short poetic diary entries felt personal as I too used to write my feelings in the form of poems in my journal once.   Th...