The Munger Operating System - a must read ... Ben Franklin, once said, “If you want to persuade, appeal to interest not to reason.” Another thing of course is life will have terrible blows, horrible blows, unfair blows, doesn’t matter. And some people recover and others don’t. And there I think the attitude of Epictetus… Continue reading sharing articles – Jan 2021
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The Indian Cricket team showed the world how good they can be
As India celebrates the stupendous victory in Australia, this celebration is more binding and greater than any festival India celebrates. The narration by Steve Waugh in his superb video 'Cricket is Religion in India' from time [5:16] describes today's victory best. A lot of people who have got very little material possession but when they… Continue reading The Indian Cricket team showed the world how good they can be
Cricket is Religion in India by Steve Waugh
This video is the outcome of a great cricketer, who took the effort to travel across India to capture some amazing moments, combined with his stupendous photography skills. Cricket is a great leveller, anyone irespective of Class, Creed or Social Status can play the game. Good does not happen automatically. Thanks Steve Waugh https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1AQnNqk7JE
Articles on Kombucha
The Cloudy Origins of Kombucha this enigmatic tea seems to have held its own within the public imagination. While the health benefits of kombucha have yet to be scientifically proven, many consumers firmly stand by their drink of choice. It has grown from folk medicine into a pop-culture potion with over $1.5 billion in sales in 2017.… Continue reading Articles on Kombucha
The Story of Papwa Sewgolum—The unknown Indian sporting great
[ This article has been reproduced from a WhatsApp forward] Long, but interesting read tinged with sadness and the inherent injustice of bigotry that comes through strongly. It was 1955. Graham Wulff was the man behind Oil of Olay. A former Unilever Chemist from Durban, he and business partner Jack Lowe had made the product… Continue reading The Story of Papwa Sewgolum—The unknown Indian sporting great
Develop Mental Models by Charlie Munger
great article that profiles Charlies Munger The Profile Dossier: Charlie Munger, the Master of Mental Models “Deliver to the world what you would buy if you were on the other end." Polina MarinovaMay 27112 legendary investor Charlie Munger believes that the avoidance of stupidity is more important than the pursuit of excellence. “You have a… Continue reading Develop Mental Models by Charlie Munger
Impromptu Performances
Lucky Ali at Arambol in North Goa after listening to the musical evening was requested for a song and he sang impromptu for all present . Was a lovely setting . Via https://twitter.com/nafisaaliindia/status/1337745853558079488 100 Musicians playing "Love You Zindagi" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GtJmOSD-Rk
Great Article and Thread on ‘Trader Joes’
Trader Joes is one of my favourite food stores. Whenever I visit the States I never fail to visit it. It is such a pleasure to walk the isles and check out the products. The choice is eclectic and they always have some new surprises. The Article: How Trader Joe’s Wine Obsession Launched Its Grocery… Continue reading Great Article and Thread on ‘Trader Joes’
Beautiful Piece of Advice
Don't forget where you came from, but don't you dare it solely define you (My mom used to write on my birthday card). Our past is our truth, not our prison. We all have the permission to change.... and we can support and grant the same to others as they grow. - Kate Cole CEO… Continue reading Beautiful Piece of Advice
Why does the Reliance Brand not leave the shores of India ?
Reliance Industries is one of the amazing success stories in Indian corporate history that arrives once in a century. The story of their founder Dhirubhai Ambani is even more interesting. In 1977 Reliance Industries listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange which initiated the equity cult in India. In the 80s they became a 'Textile Giant',… Continue reading Why does the Reliance Brand not leave the shores of India ?