The Lifestyle Portal by Tanya Munshi

Handmade stitched fabrics and woolen bag

The Lifestyle Portal July 23, 2023July 23, 2023 0 Comments crochet, needlecraft handmade, needlework, stiching

Needlework – Memories of a close-knit tribe

Reminiscing the art of needlework taught in schools, and the lessons learnt from it. It was more than sitting pretty with colourful threads & fabrics. It instilled in us a sense of empowerment, being a part of a tribe or a community. In a world that is so used to ‘one click’ and ‘swipe’ responses or interactions, needlework is far removed from it. We may not land up being designers, but we surely will know how to fix things on our own if we have a tear. It’s a pity this life skill is not taught so commonly in schools today.

Essays & Short Stories Lifestyle Pep Talk

The Lifestyle Portal May 21, 2023May 23, 2023 0 Comments Motivation, self-care, self-help

Fill your cup

When was the last time you chose your needs over others? When was the last time you decided to take it easy? Here’s a little reminder to fill your cup first, as you can’t tend to others with an empty one.

Essays & Short Stories Pep Talk

The Lifestyle Portal January 18, 2022January 18, 2022 0 Comments

New Years – a time to remember

New Year is always a bag of mixed feelings, isn’t it? It’s got bittersweet memories but reminds us to hope for a better future. Sheema Shireen opens her treasure chest of childhood memories as she takes us down the memory lane, just before the New Year and what it meant to her.

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Essays & Short Stories Pep Talk

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

How life’s lesson made me more grateful

A divorce is never the end, it is the beginning of a new life. Life’s lessons learned and internalised to help us evolve into a more grateful human. For those struggling with difficult relationships during this phase, here’s something to give you hope for healing and peace.

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Hobby Lifestyle Pep Talk

The Lifestyle Portal April 17, 2021April 17, 2021 0 Comments

The art of Zen through gardening

Yoga and physical exercises may not be for everyone, but have you considered gardening as a way to stay mentally and physically healthy? Kavita Srivastava explores the spiritual and mental benefits of gardening that can help us stay calm during this unsettling pandemic. She talks to Reema Gopalan, a professional gardener and Dr Arvind Gupta, a psychiatrist and counsellor and here’s what they’ve got to say…

Lifestyle Pep Talk

The Lifestyle Portal March 30, 2021April 1, 2021 0 Comments

Women of 40! What’s the fuss all about?

Turning 40 doesn’t have to be just an additional candle on the cake. It is a new chapter in our lives where we become more conscious of our choices and decisions as we’re backed by the wisdom of experience. Sharing pearls of wisdom as I turned 40 during the lockdown and what this last one year has taught me.

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Lifestyle Pep Talk

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

5 Lessons to Learn from Hindu Mythology

Kavita Srivastava, an avid reader of Hindu mythological stories, shares five lessons for practical life. She gives us examples of various characters from several mythological stories and how we can learn from them, reprogram and rewire our old patterns and mindsets to be better humans in mind, body and spirit.

Lifestyle Pep Talk

The Lifestyle Portal December 15, 2020December 21, 2020 0 Comments

A tribute to Auto Rickshaw Drivers

Dr Praba N narrates a couple of real-life incidents where auto-rickshaw drivers left an indelible mark in her mind. These life-altering incidents in her life will make all of us believe that there’s good in each one of us, and how the humble auto-rickshaw driver has carved a special niche in her heart. And yes, when we’re in trouble, help can arrive even in a small auto rickshaw with a large-hearted driver.

Lifestyle Pep Talk

The Lifestyle Portal September 16, 2020September 16, 2020 3 Comments

5 mantras that helped me in my life

Bangalore based, IT professional, Sruthi R has experienced the magic of mindfulness and positivity by reciting five Sanskrit mantras. She decodes these mantras for everyone, so that we all can experience good health, peace and happiness from within.

Pep Talk

The Lifestyle Portal July 21, 2020July 21, 2020 2 Comments

5 simple ways to beat pandemic blues

As the pandemic has become an unwanted visitor that has confined us to our homes, Krishnam Mehra shares five simple ways how we can use this time to our advantage and stay upbeat and optimistic.

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