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My Five Best Discoveries – books, food & travel

February 22, 2021February 22, 2021 The Lifestyle Portal 0 Comments

The pandemic made many of us realise that we’re surrounded by hidden gems, and all we had to do was open our mind and heart to new possibilities. Anusmita Dutta shares five best discoveries be it books, eating joints, self care hubs to green open spaces in her city, that she is so thankful for as they create a sense of balance and happiness in her life. So the next time you get a moment to yourself, look around for some hidden gems and savour the moment.

Local Travel

My Five Best Discoveries

February 18, 2021February 18, 2021 The Lifestyle Portal 0 Comments

Muskan Gupta, shares some beautifully captured moments from life in her photo essay – My Five Best Discoveries. She shares valuable lessons of life from the sights and sounds of nature, reminding us that life is beautiful.

Education

The Lifestyle Portal’s 10th Birthday Winners – Children’s Entry

February 17, 2021February 22, 2021 The Lifestyle Portal 0 Comments

Here are some of the most creative and cutest entries we have received from children across India. Your certificates and prizes on their way!

Student Testimonials

Student Testimonial by Nafisa Master

February 15, 2021February 15, 2021 The Lifestyle Portal 0 Comments

Learning is never a one-way street. When a teacher imparts knowledge, the teacher learns from the student as well. I have had the honour and privilege of being a Writing Mentor and Coach to Nafisa Master, an experience I will cherish for years to come. A Behavioural Psychologist and a Neuro-Linguistic Master Trainer, Nafisa’s enthusiasm for life and living is so inspirational. Thank you Nafisa for choosing me to be your mentor and being a part of this writing program.

Student Testimonials

Student & Parent Testimonial by: Kavya & Poyani Mehta

February 8, 2021February 8, 2021 The Lifestyle Portal 0 Comments

As we watch yet another student take flight, our hearts fill with joy! We wish, Kavya Mehta, a very talented story teller in the making, just like her mum, all the very best. Sharing a wonderful feedback from both Kavya and her mum, Poyani Mehta (a former writing program student) on how it has helped Kavya approach writing with a whole new perspective.

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Film, TV, Art & Music Lifestyle

The Wondrous Violin

January 28, 2021January 28, 2021 The Lifestyle Portal 0 Comments

A violin may be a complex instrument but it has some marvellous benefits! Kavya Mehta, a violin student shares some interesting facts about the violin, compelling you to tune your ears and heart to this wondrous string instrument.

Essays & Short Stories

The Lifestyle Portal’s 10th Birthday Contest

January 18, 2021January 31, 2021 The Lifestyle Portal 0 Comments

We’re turning 10 next month. Come celebrate with us. Take part in our 10th Birthday Contest and win some exciting prizes.

Travel

The Glorious Geminids…

January 14, 2021February 15, 2021 The Lifestyle Portal 0 Comments

Avid trekker, Nafisa Master, a Behavioural Psychologist, Neuro-Linguistic Master Trainer sets off on yet another awe inspiring trek to witness nature’s magic show – the Geminid Shower on the hills of Madheghat. What follows next is something surreal and to be able to put in words is truly commendable. We welcome you to read this masterpiece of an experience only to realise that we’re a mere speck in the universe.

Essays & Short Stories

A visit to the bookstore

January 13, 2021January 13, 2021 The Lifestyle Portal 0 Comments

Kavya Mehta pays a visit to her neighbourhood bookstore to just explore how life goes by amongst people who love reading. Here’s what she encountered. A bookstore is more than just a place where you come to read, its a place you go to relax, heal and be yourself!

Lifestyle

Why we need to clean up our Oceans

December 31, 2020December 31, 2020 The Lifestyle Portal 1 Comment

As the year 2020 comes to an end, Mumbai based 7th Grader, Kavya Mehta ponders about life. She shares her concerns on how our seas and oceans are in grave danger and what each one of us can do our bit. She urges us to not take our oceans for granted, as they are extremely vital for our survival.