When I wrote “Inspiring Stories. You Are Stronger Than You Think” I invited you to share your story about a situation you did not want to be in, but emerged wiser, stronger and victorious. I was thrilled when Richa Singh emailed me her story right away. I am honored to share…
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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!
My friend, also my colleague, lost her Mother last week and naturally I feel very sad, more so because our lives touched. Like my Mom, she was kind and generous. I met her a few months ago. I was de-cluttering and asked my friend if she was interested in large containers.…
On November 1, I decided to stop complaining. Going complaint-free? Yes! I thought, hey, here’s something I can ace with ease. So when Farnoosh Brock added me to her complaint-free Facebook Group I was excited. After all, it is human to complain. But when we’re conscious about not complaining, it is rather…