The roof, a spiritual shield over our home
Every home, according to Vasthu Sastra, is a living organism, a sacred body that breathes, feels, and responds to the subtle forces of the universe. The ancients viewed a house […]
When the walls in your home speak
Dr T Selva THE walls of a home are silent witnesses to everything that unfolds within: laughter, prayers, conversations, and even unspoken emotions. Although we often view them as mere […]
Listening to the sea’s silent sermon
The waves can be therapeutic to gaze at, but each swell carries a message that can resonate with you. At first, it was just a pleasant view; the kind that […]
The silent wisdom of staircases
In Vasthu Sastra, the ancient Indian science of architecture, nothing within a home is considered accidental. Every direction, proportion, and movement is believed to influence the invisible currents of energy […]
When a place calls the soul
Caption: Each of my six visits to the Lady Buddha has felt less like a trip and more like a spiritual homecoming. Some places don’t just invite you; they call […]
2026: The year that will push you to change
The year 2026 is likely to be a diplomatically challenging period as nations grapple with widening economic inequalities and intensifying environmental crises. These pressures may strain existing alliances, leading to […]
When the heart speaks without words
I attended a concert that reminded me why live music still matters, not for its spectacle, but for the deep connection it fosters. The performers were the legendary Ustad Rahat Fateh […]
The silent power beneath our feet
When we step into a home, the first contact we make is with the floor. It supports every movement, anchors every wall, and silently bears witness to the rhythm of […]
When a cow walks into a new home
On Friday, I witnessed a deeply symbolic and rarely seen ritual at a housewarming of a new bungalow in Johor. Amid the chants of Vedic hymns, the fragrance of incense, […]