My Grandmother was undeniably #madeofgreat It is true we meet people throughout our lives, people who make an impact on us and shape us into who we are. But there’s always one person who tops the list and for me, that place is shared by my Grandmother and my Mother. In spite…
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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!
When I saw that video from Birla Sunlife Mutual Fund, I couldn’t help smiling at the way the man actually wrote a note to ask the girl out for coffee and passed it on, rather than simply texting her and getting an instant response. Gone are the days when we have…
There’s not a day I am not thankful that I didn’t find the job I wanted, the one was trained for and loved and was skilled at – sixteen years ago. But wait – that’s such a vague statement. Some backstory would be handy here, eh? Back in 1997, I decided…



