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Posts published by “Vidya Sury”

Hi! I’m Vidya Sury. I am a writer, editor, and the voice behind Collecting Smiles. Here, I share practical mindfulness guides, personal essays, and book reviews designed to bring calm and joy to your everyday life. Brand collaborations and creative partnerships are always welcome—let's connect!

Believing in yourself is the first secret to success. Are these 3 things stopping you?

Don’t stop believing in yourself, no matter what happens. We begin to form our sense of self and our own values from the time we are very young. If you were lucky enough to grow up with loving parents, then most likely your mom, your dad, your teachers in schools, and…

Do You Suffer From Approval Addiction? 10 Signs To Look For

As humans, we are wired to seek validation from others and when we get it, we feel good. But for some people, it feels so good that they develop approval addiction. Instead of finding motivation from within, they constantly look for others’ approval. If you can’t find motivation without someone else’s…

5 Fun Ways To Teach Your Children About Ecosystems

Earth Day is around the corner. What better occasion to teach your children about ecosystems? Why teach your children about ecosystems? Teaching your children about ecosystems will give them valuable lessons on nature and how everything works together, how we are all interconnected—the birds, animals, insects, fish, dirt, and trees, our…