"The Bastard of Istanbul" by Elif Shafak is a novel that delves into themes of family, identity, and cultural clashes.May 03, 2025

Introduction

Have you ever caught ...

In a world that often emphasizes achievement, wealth, and status, it’s easy to forget that true success comes from who w...

“You don’t have to turn this into something. It doesn’t have to upset you” - Marcus Aurelius

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Life is messy. Love is messy. And being human? That’s the messiest of all.

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What are your thoughts on these 3 quotes from the Stoic philosopher Epictetus?

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Carl Jung on the meaning of life

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Time is more than medicine. Food is more than medicine.But only Right knowledge and Right Action is the knowledge is power...

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