Complete Wellbeing

30/05/2025

The world tells us that our worth depends on things like our wealth, our social status, our appearance, or whether we’re seen as successful in love or life. But these ideas of worthiness are arbitrary. They are products of cultural narratives and shifting societal norms.

Consider how drastically these standards have changed even within our lifetimes. My grandmother’s generation measured a woman’s worth primarily by her ability to maintain a household and raise children. Then came the era where women had to prove they could “have it all” — career, family, perfect appearance, and social life. Now, there’s pressure to be an entrepreneur, have a side hustle, maintain an aesthetic social media presence, and practice self-care perfectly, all while being environmentally conscious and politically aware.

The goalpost keeps moving. What was considered successful twenty years ago might seem quaint today. What’s trending now will likely be passé in a decade. We’re chasing moving targets, trying to hit standards that shift faster than we can keep up.

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23/01/2025

Let’s start with a reality check: what many people are practicing as “meditation” might not be meditation at all. It’s easy to mistake the trance-like states induced by guided sessions or relaxation techniques for genuine meditation. Sure, these practices can help you unwind, reduce stress, escape from the harsh realities of everyday life, and even feel blissful—but, in most cases, calling them meditations is a mistake. Meditation is something much simpler, yet infinitely deeper. And understanding the difference is key if you want to experience its true nature.

So, what is meditation, really?

Meditation is often misunderstood. To clear up the confusion, let’s understand the difference between true meditation and a trance-like state

13/11/2024

Have you ever caught something mid-air before even realizing it was falling? Or quickly swerved your car to avoid an obstacle? Or imagine a pilot who encounters sudden engine failure after a bird strike. With alarms blaring, the pilot’s quick reaction time allows them to assess the situation, shut down the engine, and initiate an emergency descent, preventing a potential disaster and ensuring a safe landing.

These moments rely on two important functions of your nervous system: reflexes and reaction times. Both reflexes and reaction times are critical to your safety, success in sports, and even your daily efficiency. While they differ in how they work, they’re connected, and with the right training, both can be improved to help you respond faster in various situations.

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https://completewellbeing.com/article/quick-reflexes-fast-reaction-times/

03/09/2024

More resources don't boost productivity; what does is the conscious insertion of at least one of four things that don't happen by themselves.

By David Allen

More resources don't boost productivity; what does is the conscious insertion of at least one of four things that don't happen by themselves

02/09/2024

It’s important to talk about the things no one wants to talk about and have an open, honest dialogue with your parents. Remember to treat them with respect and dignity as you navigate these challenging conversations. You’ll all be better for it.

It's important to talk about the things no one wants to talk about and have an open, honest dialogue with your aging parents

15/12/2023

There was once a man named Nishchit who lived in perpetual anxiety. Every day, as he awoke, he would plan his day in great detail. And every day, some unexpected development would upset his plans. No matter how meticulously he planned, he just couldn’t eliminate the uncertainty.

One day, Nishchit’s anxiety reached epic proportions and he couldn’t take it any longer. So he decided to undertake a rigorous tapasyā [penance], in order to invoke God and ask for a favour. To his delight, he succeeded and God appeared before him, and granted him a wish.

Nishchit said, “O Lord, please grant me 100 per cent certainty for as long as I live.”

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Have you ever wondered what would your life be like if the future was absolutely certain and there was never any uncertainty?

26/11/2023

This is how I made my intercultural marriage to an Indian work

Alexandra Madhavan tells us how she makes her intercultural marriage work

01/10/2023

Sleep is most restorative when it occurs in sync with the light-dark rhythms of the planet. Ideally, melatonin production is suppressed during the daytime due to bright light exposure, and in the evening, melatonin production increases due to the absence of light. Therefore, it is obvious that the ideal time to sleep is from nightfall to dawn.

It's worth figuring out whether you are a monophasic or biphasic sleeper and then sticking to a sleep schedule

01/10/2023

While the Chandra Namaskar or moon salutation may not enjoy the popularity of the Surya Namaskara [sun salutation], it does offer powerful benefits of its own. A sequence of 17 yoga asanas, the moon salutation sequence is a good warm up before your yoga practice or a cool down for your evening restorative yoga session. Read more in the article, link in comments.

22/06/2023

People are drawn to others with like attitudes and values. These characteristics are quite visible and they play a major role in initial attraction. It is, however, physical attributes that represent the first glance and also facilitate you to decide whether you want to initiate interaction. Let’s go deeper and find out the specifics of physical attractiveness »

The dynamics of attraction is one of the most natural things in the world. Let's find out what makes us physically attractive to others

21/06/2023

Adults don’t shout, bicker, call names and break off relationships... they find solutions

A retired psychotherapist and Zen practitioner offers some solid advice on how to resolve relationship conflicts in a mature way

15/06/2023

While the Chandra Namaskar or moon salutation may not enjoy the worldwide popularity of the Surya Namaskara [sun salutation], it does offer powerful benefits of its own. A sequence of 17 yoga asanas, the moon salutation sequence is a good warm up before your yoga practice or a cool down for your evening restorative yoga session.

This step-by-step guide to the traditional Chandra Namaskar (moon salutation) will go a long way in bringing calm into your life