Akkshitta Pachauri

Desire is not the enemy. In fact, desire is what inspires us to grow. It is the reason we learn, create, build relationships, and work towards our dreams. Without desire, there would be no progress. But the Mahabharata teaches us that every virtue has a point where it can turn into a weakness. Desire is beautiful when it is driven by passion. It becomes dangerous when it is driven by obsession. Passion allows you to work with patience. Obsession makes you believe that you must have something...

There comes a point in many people’s lives when they say: “I’ve been good enough. I’ve always helped people. I’ve always been there for everyone. And what did I get in return? From now on, I’m changing.” Maybe you’ve heard someone say: “No one understands me anymore.” “Good people only get hurt.” “I’ll never trust anyone again.” “I’ll stop caring. I’ll stop loving. I’ll stop helping.” It sounds like strength. But if we look a little deeper, it often comes from pain, not wisdom. The question...

There comes a point in many people’s lives when they say: “I’ve been good enough. I’ve always helped people. I’ve always been there for everyone. And what did I get in return? From now on, I’m changing.” Maybe you’ve heard someone say: “No one understands me anymore.” “Good people only get hurt.” “I’ll never trust anyone again.” “I’ll stop caring. I’ll stop loving. I’ll stop helping.” It sounds like strength. But if we look a little deeper, it often comes from pain, not wisdom. The question...