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  Three Days of Simple Living | Food, Family & Finding Balance The past three days have been a mix of routines, good food, work, and little reminders that life doesn't always have to be exciting to be meaningful. My mornings have been fairly consistent lately. Early wake-ups, walks, workouts, reading, and trying to stay away from my phone for the first few hours of the day. I've noticed that when I start my mornings slowly, the rest of the day feels less chaotic. One thing I'm trying to work on is my diet. For breakfast one day, I had a two-egg omelette with sugar-free black tea. I'm slowly trying to reduce sugar from my daily routine. Not because I don't love sweets—I absolutely do—but because I know my body will thank me later. I'm not planning to give up sweetness completely though. Life without sweets sounds a little too sad, so I'm looking for healthier alternatives like dates. Food has definitely been one of the highlights of these past few days. T...

  June 15, 2026 | Protecting My Peace Today was Monday. I woke up early, around 5 a.m., and honestly, it felt like one of those mornings where everything just flowed nicely. I finished my workout, spent some quality time reading the Bhagavad Gita, read the newspaper, went for a walk, and got ready for the day. There's something satisfying about getting so many things done before most people have even started their morning. Since it was Monday, I also visited the Shiva temple. I offered sugarcane juice and spent a few quiet moments there before heading back home. I always feel a little calmer after visiting a temple. Life may not change, but my mind feels lighter. For breakfast, I had poha and tea. Now, if I'm being honest, carb-heavy breakfasts are not really my favorite. I usually prefer something with a bit more protein, but it was good enough and filled me up. After that, I finished my work and spent some time thinking about something I've noticed lately. It feels like u...