Archive for April, 2009
Hope my head scarf is as American as American Pie
Tags: ceremonial robe, distinct identity, grow a beard, Guru, head scarf, humanity, moustache, offer prayers, place of worship, Pope, relating to God, religion, religious beliefs, saffron cloth, sword
0 Comments Published April 26th, 2009 in Personal AdviceAll along I had been trying my best to steer clear of topics that relate to religion. That was until now. I happened to read an article in Newsweek titled As American as Apple Pie that set me up to write this post. To be exact, the words, “It depends on how you view [...]
The concept of time
Tags: Albert Einstein, clockwork precision, concept of time, Eckhart Tolle, moving in time, schedules, speed of light, Time is our enemy, time is up, time stood still, Wayne Dyer, wristwatch
0 Comments Published April 19th, 2009 in Personal AdviceI remember the time I wore my first wristwatch. It was a simple analog watch, tied to my wrist with a leather strap, with hands for hour, minute and second. At that time it was one of my precious possessions. Whenever I was alone, I used to look at the second-hand for minutes on end, [...]
Home ownership: do our emotions cloud our intelligence?
Tags: auction, bargain or throwaway price, depreciation, fall in valuation, good neighborhood, Home ownership, interest on mortgage, legal costs, maintenance expenses, missed opportunities, property taxes
0 Comments Published April 17th, 2009 in Buying Advice, Investment AdviceOne (Poor Dad) believed, “Our home is our largest investment and our greatest asset.” The other (Rich Dad) believed, “My house is a liability, and if your house is your largest investment, you’re in trouble.” – From the book Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki
Two articles last week: one worries whether how [...]
Speak your mind
Tags: authentic relationships, confessing to one's spouse, outspoken, TV sitcom Office (US)
0 Comments Published April 5th, 2009 in Personal AdviceSpeaking one’s mind freely improves personal relationship in the long run, though sometimes it may hurt in the short run. In business relationships (unless you are a career diplomat or polititician) it helps by being very productive.


