Akshata Shanbhag

LOVE HAPPENS AGAIN

” C’mon Julie, let’s go to the pub. Just because you had a breakup with Liam doesn’t mean the world has ended. It’s been two months. You are a party animal. Let’s go, Julie. ” Julie and Liam were a couple. Their love story lasted for a little more than two years before Liam cheated …

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TOGETHER FOREVER

“What did the doctor say, Dad? What is wrong with me?” Jacob and Lucy were quiet. They were staring at each other. “Mom, Dad I am talking to you. Why is no one telling me anything?” Lucy was in tears. Jacob was trying and controlling his emotions. Their daughter Carol was ill and they did …

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SMOOTH LIPS

  ” Smile is the best thing you can do with your lips.” Things required : Aloe Vera gel extract Granulated sugar Procedure: Make a smooth paste of the aloe vera gel extract (you can use the readily available gel extracts too) and add granulated sugar to it. With the help of a toothbrush, apply …

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Kindness Unleashed

In a world that often seems driven by self-interest and rewards, the words of Leonardo Da Vinci echo with profound truth – “Realise that everything connects to everything else.” It is in this intricate web of connections that acts of kindness and gratitude find their place, shaping the fabric of human interactions. A timeless fable …

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MERRY CHRISTMAS !!

sans “Merry Christmas, Merry Christmas….” Children had gathered around Keith and were taking pictures.  “Merry Christmas Santa. We love you.”  ” Merry Christmas. I love you too.”  ” Santa, one picture with me please. ”  ” Yeah sure. C’mon. ”  ” Thank you, Santa.”  ” Next is my turn, my turn ” children were arguing …

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SMOOTH HAIR

 ✔good hair ✔good mood  ✔good day  Right?  I practice this ritual each time I shampoo my hair. As I glide my fingers through my dry hair, I’m amazed by the incredible softness. Once I’ve brushed my hair, I shape it to my liking. I affectionately refer to this as my “Apple Cider Vinegar rinse.”   …

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SOFT PALMS

  Soft palms are universally appreciated. If you’re naturally blessed with them, that’s wonderful. However, if your hands have become rough due to daily tasks, household chores, or any other factors, consider giving this a try.   Things required :  Coconut oil  Salt Lukewarm water  Moisturiser Lemon juice Procedure :  Wash your hands clean and …

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GRATITUDE

On a recent day, as I waited at a traffic signal for the lights to change, I observed a gathering of blind men and women confidently navigating the opposite side of the road, guided by a sighted woman who held their white canes. This sight prompted me to reflect on the experience of prolonged blindness. …

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HEALTH IS WEALTH

As basic as a throbbing headache or a bout of cold and cough might seem, they can cause discomfort, and if left untreated, their impact can worsen. We often fail to recognize this when we are in good health. It’s only when we confront health issues that we start taking the necessary actions. A quote …

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LIFE

LIFE… Our journey is marked by its peaks and valleys, and we each navigate these twists and turns in our own distinct ways. Nonetheless, there are moments when individuals find themselves contemplating the extreme option of ending their lives. Have you, too, found yourself at a crossroads where such thoughts have crossed your mind? There …

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