I only have 10 minutes. What can I do to relax my mind? Here, let me share this with you. Take a deep breath through your nose, pushing your stomach out as far as possible. This will fill your lungs with nitric oxide, a chemical that’s produced in the back of…
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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!
Someone I barely knew popped up to say “Happy Friendship Week”. I was quite touched. Then I remembered the saying “There are no strangers. Only friends we don’t know – yet” or something to that effect. Here’s wishing everyone a Happy Friendship Week, then – and here’s a lovely and inspiring…
The power of doing the right thing is magical. Here’s a story that is recited to Boy Scouts during their 12-day Jamboree, by the campfire. The idea is to inspire them with examples. Am not really sure whether this story is true, but it felt really nice to read it. At…