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Pizza in a Jiffy, anyone?? And that too with lefover buns? If your kids are constantly begging for pizza as a snack, whether in their tiffins or when they get home from school, this Bun Pizza is the perfect solution. While scrolling through my Instagram reels, I found this tasty-looking recipe. Having kids forces you …
There must be a reason you’re here. There must be more to come. Whatever you’re leaving behind, I hope you remember what was beautiful. I hope there are pockets full of colours of all the memories that remain hazy in your mind. Unplanned, impulsive colours—feelings blending with memories of how everyone laughed at the party …
When one of my friends asked me what to do with the “mountain of artwork” her children were bringing home, it really struck a chord. After surveying friends, family, my kid’s bookshelf, and browsing the internet, I came to a few conclusions I’d like to share!
My kids can never stop asking questions. I know it’s a good way to get to know their thoughts. But sometimes it drives me nuts.
There has been much discussion about the effects of layoffs on workers’ mental health, but I’d like to focus instead on how to react when your co-worker gets laid off but you weren’t. A looming layoff will obviously cause a lot of anxiety about what will happen, and the threat is that the person will …
Being what you want to always costs a little more than being what you can be. While this may seem like a tongue twister, it is a resounding certainty: society’s continuing lack of respect or tolerance makes it difficult for us to open ourselves to the world.
When you plan to detox your body, two things are always discouraging – the amount of time it takes for the plan to work, and the hunger pangs that follow the detox/diet program. The truth is, detoxing can be much simpler than you might think. In fact, chances are you already use some of these …
The Festival of Lights, “Diwali,” is a joyous occasion, with brightly lit streets, guilt-free sweet binges, and a festive spirit all around. However, this brings with it many traditions. Cleaning the house, colloquially known as’ Diwali ki Safai, ‘is an age-old tradition that kicks off this festival of lights. No doubt, with it, comes the …
Reading a book encourages your brain to establish connections from chapter to chapter, and these neural networks can help you think more quickly and reduce the consequences of ageing on your brain.
It also improves your concentration, not just when reading but also when performing other duties
“If you want creative children, give them enough time to play and ask questions.” Anjali When I was a substituting in high school, I decided to play the same game I use to play with my fourth-grade students. I made a small chalk mark on the blackboard and asked the students to identify it. “It’s …