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My three magic genie wishes

If I had three wishes from a magic genie, here’s what I’d ask for: Why? Because these are the forces that keep us locked in conflict. Don’t believe me? Just glance at today’s headlines. With these influences gone, we’d have a clean slate for a few decades before humanity inevitably comes up with a new breed of politics, religions, and weapons. But until then, we’d have a golden window of time to tackle the real issues: disease, poverty, unemployment, and social inequality.

Read the future in your palm

Do you believe in fortune-telling crafts? Do you think you can read the future in your palm? Palmistry, astrology, horoscopes, tarot cards – even parrots with cards that predict your future – these are just some “apps” that have been predicting destiny for centuries. In India, we take horoscopes seriously. To this day, most of our marriages are fixed by matching horoscopes. If the stars are not perfectly aligned, even the most compatible couples call off their marriages. Allow me to share an example from my family. We received a marriage proposal for one of my cousins. The boy was from a family we knew well. However, when we matched their horoscopes, an error appeared. It stated that the man did not have a long life and there was a high chance of my cousin becoming a widow if she married him. Needless to say, we rejected the proposal. Surprisingly… Read the future in your palm

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The simple joy of being healthy

I am currently dealing with a sinus-related headache. Moments like these make me appreciate the simple joy of being healthy and pain-free. When our bodies are in good working condition, we often take them for granted. It’s not until we experience discomfort or pain in a specific area that we realize how critical each part of our body is to our daily lives. Even a small splinter can serve as a reminder of the importance of a thumb and its function. My ongoing struggle with sinusitis has led me to make lifestyle modifications and adhere to a specific schedule for eating and sleeping. This includes avoiding sleeping near AC vents or under fans running at full speed. These adjustments have become necessary for me to live comfortably with my condition, just as others may need to adapt their lives due to headaches or difficult work environments. It’s crucial to recognize… The simple joy of being healthy