Around the time my son was three years old, a funny thing happened. Okay, funny things happen all the time in our house because we thrive on laughter (and coffee) but this one came to mind when I saw this week’s Finish the Sentence Friday prompt (If I were a fairy tale…
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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!
If there’s one thing a working mother dreads more than anything else, it is the thought of leaving her little one with someone while she’s at work for eight hours, or more. She often feels guilty about leaving her child in daycare and going to work. This is especially difficult for…
What if a book came along that gave you the answer – the simplest and most effective way – to achieving complete, lasting happiness and deep personal transformation? What if you could live your entire life from a place of total satisfaction? Today, I’m very excited to tell you about a…



