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On the 30ish Slope

16 Happy Hour For Yourself

We are so scared to live the life we love. Somehow, we seem to have accepted that it’s perfectly fine to shrink our ambitions...

18 Baarish, Chai and Your Money Life

Monsoon time, whilst you are indoors, tends to bring a very big smile on most faces. A combination of a masala chai and pakodas...

20 Monsoon Hair Care

Gone the oppressive heat of summer, the first raindrops bring joy, cheer, freshness, even romance.

Unfortunately our hair does not share that...

30 Baarish, Chai And ...Cough and cold ?!

I love the rains, walking, frolicking.

But when it comes to letting the children do the same, fear....

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Chef Around The Corner

28 Chef Gautam Gupte

He comes across as a person who is simple, modest and very passionate about his job. He has been with Indigo Deli for seven years now...

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34 Project Fuel

Deepak Ramola is a young man who wears many hats. A lyricist, a poet, a scriptwriter and script analyst. He is a guest faculty and teacher...

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42 The Mud Rush Edition 3

This Mud Rush run parallel to the serene Dudhani lake while trying your hand (and knees) while jumping through fire, pits...

46 Digital Childhood: A Blessing or Blight

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Let’s face it. Our children are born in a universe where Internet, smartphone and television are their life just like breathing....

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Contributors SIDHARTH SODHI Actor Writer

POOJA KOCHAR The founder of 30ishblogging. blogspot.in. She wants her readers to “Bet On Themselves”. Speaker, blogger and photographer by profession, she believes that everyone should celebrate their individuality.

One life, many dreams.

SANJAY HINGORANI I am foodie who lives to eat. I may write a cook book someday but at the moment I am just enjoying my passion, cooking great food be it Indian, Italian, Thai, Arabic.

VISHAL DHAWAN Vishal Dhawan is a financial planner by profession and founder of Plan Ahead Wealth Advisors Pvt. Ltd. vishal.dhawan@planahead.in

KARISHMA PINAK Dancer by Heart.

Entrepreneur by Profession.

Teacher by Choice.

DR LILY KISWANI, MD,DGO Integrative Medicine, A4MI Nutritional Therapeutics e-mail: drlk.integrative@gmail.com

TRIPTI GUPTA Lifestyle Nutrition Consultant Health / Beauty / Wellness Founder- iPink The Color Of Health www.triptigupta.com

DIVYA PANDAY Working for HERE Maps, a really simple God Loving girl who loves to help people whenever possible.

VIKETA ANAND A foodie by nature.

Cosmotologist.

I eat. I pray. I love. (repeat)

PRIYA SHAH Founder & Chief Image Consultant at Bespoke image solutions. www.bespokeimagesolutions.com

MOHINI Mohini is a Tarot Card reader, Hypnotherapist and a Life Coach. She also teaches reading Tarot Cards and various self-healing techniques.

NIVEDITA MATALIYA is a counseling psychologist specializing in children and relationship counseling.

Her initiative, ‘Little tornados’, is a child empowerment center in Lokhandwala. littletornados@rediffmail.com SUBHASHINI SHEOPURI A freelance journalist for past 15 years.

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Monsoon Memories

ome of our best childhood memories are related to how much fun we had in the rains. A reason to stay out of the house getting drenched, splashing water on the streets, finding puddles to jump on and for some (from the paper-generation) even making the best paperboat that sails the flooded neighborhood roads. For kids the clogged drains with the steadily rising water levels was an add-on bonus to their already drenched selves. The clothes, the hair, the after-effects..none were the concerns of these memory building monsoon outdoor activities.

The month of June saw some crazy out pours of monsoon in our city Mumbai. Suddenly everyone had the best view outside their windowsthe rains. I sat down sipping my regular cup of chai on one of the beautiful rainy days looking outside my apartment window. Beautiful breeze, the nice earthy smell, tiny drops of rain hitting the face..you all know what I am talking about. I looked down the society building where the kids usually play football or ride their bicycles or just chill in the evening play-hours. There were none to be seen down there in this beautiful moment. “Where better could they be making their childhood memories at this time?�, I asked myself.

Editor-in-chief Anubhav Anand Twitter- @anubhavanand

I believe I tweeted about the same thing at that moment. And while I was on twitter I also discovered countless tweets on the rains and cameraphone pictures of the experiences of the rains. Most of them taken from their cars or their apartment-windows or from some safe area of shade.

There were so many memories being made and shared at that very moment in an instant with so many other people.

Or were they just a passing #hashtag that will be lost in the timeline of our internet-generation?

Are we creating memories that will be remembered simply by closing our eyes and giving a childlike smile on our faces? If not, then we need to. Monsoons are better felt when the raindrops touch our faces. A cup of chai and pakodas are best enjoyed at this time when our bodies are shivering due to the drenched fun we just experienced in the open. Monsoons are not just for the best-clicked moments. They are the time when some of the best memories are made.

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tips to build a perfect wardrobe for your mom by: Priya Shah – Certified Image Consultant

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hen I was a little girl my mother would dress me up in the best of outfits - colorful frocks, fancy socks & shoes, hair-bands & clips. The dance of the colors and jingles of the accessories would make me shine. She would dress me up like her doll with all the detailing; even when I would spoil it all in an hour. She too was very stylish when she was young which was apparent from her pictures from her yesteryears. Very meticulous in her dressing, well kept hair and harmonizing colors would make her look so polished! But as I grew up I noticed all that faded away and I always wondered, what happened to her? Why doesn’t she take care of herself anymore? Because I had never seen her looking that way like in those photographs. And I never asked her either. The guilt still stings me when I remember, as a teen, not willing to take her along anywhere. Which every child feels about their parent/s when in their “teens.”

Now, that I am married I am able to relate, it’s the hoard of responsibilities that must have crept into the time for taking care of her. And raising two children would obviously not be a cake walk. Also keeping up with the trends of the changing world would have been difficult for her. Clearly, the time has changed and so have trends and mind sets. Women are much more conscious about the way they look. But women, my mother’s age, who have never done it need some assistance which is the reason for writing this article.

So here are few ways you can help your mother create a perfect wardrobe for her. She will feel much more confident about herself.

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The points listed here are applicable to both western outfits and the ethnic ones. Listed are the 7 point to follow: BEGIN WITH “NEUTRAL” COLORS So, wardrobe neutral colors are dulled or muted tones of every hue (color). If it’s bright, it doesn’t fall in this category.

These colors contain equal amount of warm & cool hue, hence they look attractive on most people. These are all solid colors. Some of which are: navy blue, burgundy, brown, tan, ivory, taupe, olive green, teal and plum.

The beauty of these colors is they are less intense and easy to co-ordinate with a large variety of other colors.

They do not attract a lot of attention to themselves. They work as background on which one can add accent/bright colors in form of duppattas, 3rd layer, accessories, handbags or footwear.

They are subtle communicators, allowing widest range of moods, occasions and personality traits. They are also affordable by everyone; as many say “Good taste is hardly a matter of money.”

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RELY ON THE “CLASSICS” STYLE Plain, solid color fabrics provide a foundation for your wardrobe but don’t stop here. You can count on classic patterns too. They are the best to begin with. Classics are timeless & elegant styles that seem to be always available and in style. Figures in this pattern are small or medium in scale but never large. They are usually available in wardrobe neutrals, allowing them to combine easily with wide range of other clothing colors.

Some of the classic styles are - polka dots, chevron, argyle, animal print, floral, plaids, paisley and more.

Classic patterns are flexible and dynamic. They are always received well by everyone. Its prints often offer self-expression, fun, sophistication and style.

HOW ABOUT A LAYER Layering is the key to most body variations. Layering provides maximum versatility and insulating effect. It leads to discover style, individuality and adds exciting interest in a wardrobe. Some garments that fall in this category are: Pull-over, sweat-shirt, cardigan, duster, sweater, vest, jackets, coat, shawl, scarves and more.

An additional layer helps camouflage body bulges or figure variations you don’t want others to focus on. Without attracting attention to the body, you will likely feel more relaxed and less conscious; while giving slimming effect. A third layer, specifically a jacket (formal or informal) tends to add authority to the visual image. Doesn’t matter whether it is a kurta + tailored ethnic jacket or one piece dress + jacket, it all works equally well.

“Always wear heels. They give you power. You move differently, sit differently and even speak differently.”

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ZING OF THE TRENDS

NATURAL MAKE-UP

While solids and classics help you build a basic, versatile, classy wardrobe – keeping with the trends adds zing or liveliness.

Trends are short-lived and they often appear and disappear in the market. They are offbeat prints/patterns or bold colors that catch attention for a while but perishes as soon as the next style hits the market.

Some examples of the trends are – neon colors, crop tops, Jodhpur pants, harems, abstract artistic patterns, digital prints, pop-culture prints – hearts, animals, stars, lips etc.

It’s a wonderful way of updating the wardrobe. Few of these are enough to re-energize the entire wardrobe.

Having a variety of the trends is recommended to individuals in a creative field or those who have a busy social life.

Mom’s are usually on the run most of the days.

To help them here are few tips to get them ready in less than 5 minutes: A moisturizer + sunscreen to protect the skin from damage or a BB/CC cream (with moisturizer & sunscreen) works great to protect and even out the skin. During important occasions she may be clueless as to what more to do. Because, usually, due to irregular sleeping patterns, your mom would have developed dark circles. So show her to use a concealer to even out the dark circles &blemishes. Then apply any foundation (best for her skin type) which is best for a natural glowing look. Also, buy her a red lipstick – it empowers and brings in confidence to a woman while making her feel in-charge. No kajal (only boosts darkcircles) but teach how to apply a classic and a winged liner in style.

Note: A regime of cleansing, toning, moisturizing is a must – twice a day.

Using the right products is very vital.

This will already keep the skin fresh all day and will allow skin to recoup overnight.

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A CLASSY HANDBAG All of us women, we have a personal relation with our handbags. We often stuff all the things we will need during the day in that bag when away from home. It is a part of our personal style. So it is very important to buy her the right handbag. Depending on her usage and amount of things she carries – buy her the right size (not too small/ big than her own body size). And to begin with one of the neutral colors work best as they will go along with anything and everything.

TAKE HER TO THE TOP OF THE WORLD Last but not the least - wedges, kitten heals work best. Heels have a psychological effect on humans. A study has shown that taller women are usually respected more, are more assertive and self-dependent. Even men have heels in their shoes which elevates them. Similarly, women feel confident when in heels because: 1. it gives good shape to the body.

Elongates the calves and gives length while giving a slimmer look 2. It gives confidence & makes one feel much more certain about them.

So, these are few ways you could help your mother be more stylish, classy and confident. Instead of rejection, apply these steps with fun-filled learning & strengthen your bond with your mom. I did it. I’m sure you could take an initiative too. I hope this makes a difference in her life& yours too!

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LL | lifestyle On the 30ish Slope

We are so scared to live the life we love. Somehow, we seem to have accepted that it’s perfectly fine to shrink our ambitions and be mediocre.

Can you imagine a moment where you are neither thinking of the past nor the future? Your present is the most important, yet ignored state of mind. You only live once, and 3/4th of the things we worry about do not even happen. In this world of crazy timelines, fast food, complicated relationships would you like to reserve a “happy hour” for yourself.

There will always be distractions and responsibilities, but you need to protect your magic. Think about it, if a person expects you to give up on the spark you are born with, then he/she is anyway not worth it.

#Life Hack - Every time you find humor in a difficult situation, you win.

So SMILE...

Few “Happy Hour “ cheat codes:

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reate - We did this as kids, and as adults we just follow routine. Creating* is a self-expression of things you like, your aesthetics and spirit. If you give yourself an hour to create something it will give you imaginary wings. ctivate - Age begins to show at 30, you will suddenly feel that all the late night madness is not working for you.

Invest time in taking care of your pulse. You could try running; our hood has some great parks and running tracks. Any form of physical activity will help you focus and detox all your negativity. Compete with yourself; take a path that challenges your mind.

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earn something new - Make travel plans, go to a new place.

Meet interesting people, know their stories. When you are in an unknown environment your senses automatically sharpen. The excitement of the unknown will make you think and feel deeper. Everyone you meet will know something you do not know.

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ental snooze - We ignore the importance of this magical activity, but trust me sleeping makes you forget all your worries and bounce back. Your happy hour can be all about “dreaming” and waking up with a smile.

30ish is a slippery slope; you are pushing yourself emotionally, mentally and physically. Everyone has their own way of coping with stress, and this article is not going to make you forget about your worries. All I wish is that it makes you realize that you can “do more, be more and love more.”

Happy Hour For Yourself

Pooja Kochar is a speaker, blogger and photographer by profession. She is the founder of 30ishblogging.blogspot.in.

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Tips To Help Families Spend

More Time Together

(BPT) - The most resounding family memories are not always grounded in long-standing traditions, but often the in-between moments that are imperfect and unexpected. With busy families and kids taking part in after-school activities, everyday moments can get lost in the shuffle. In fact, recent research shows that some instances of family moments, like family dinners, have decreased by 33 percent over the past 20 years, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

At the end of the day, it’s important to create memories and spend time with your loved ones. In order to help give crucial time back, Kimberly-Clark has asked online influencers to share how they uniquely create special moments with their families when time can be a large constraint.

Here are seven tips to help families

spend more time together.

1. Create a family crest for the front door, with symbols identifying the values you all share. – Jim Higley of Bobblehead Dad 2. Involve the whole family when completing household chores/errands by assigning everyone a role so they feel like they are contributing – no matter what their age. – Janise Burrafato of Mama in Heels 3. Get your children involved in the kitchen: This will help boost self-esteem, offer a chance to connect and have a real conversation with your children, and most of all you are making memories that will last a lifetime. – Yvette Marquez-Sharpnack of Muy Bueno 4. Express appreciation for your family members and tell them frequently that you love them.

Small acts of thoughtfulness can also go a long way in strengthening relationships. – Jessica Bailey and Sarah Skaggs of Pretty Providence 5. For older kids, do adventurous things together - like rock climbing. It builds tremendous trust and it’s fun. – Jim Higley of Bobblehead Dad 6. Movie nights or dinner on the patio can make any night special. – Meagan Francis of The Happiest Home 7. Enjoy the outdoors together – like picnicking, camping, hiking, and fishing. – Yvette Marquez-Sharpnack of Muy Bueno To see more tips for celebrating family values visit www.facebook.com/PickUptheValues and go to www.PickUpTheValues.com to download coupons for participating Kimberly-Clark products.

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Baarish, Chai and your Money Life...

Vishal Dhawan is a financial planner by profession and founder of Plan Ahead. Wealth Advisors Pvt. Ltd. He can be reached at vishal.dhawan@planahead.in He frequently writes columns in various business and general media, both domestically and internationally, and appears on television.

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onsoon time, whilst you are indoors, tends to bring a very big smile on most faces.

A combination of a masala chai and pakodas in the monsoons seems to be a universal favorite for all of us, no matter what we call a pakoda in different parts of India.

Sitting by the window sill, and watching the rain splash across the sky, is also a great time to think about your life and your finances, with a fresh perspective. Just like the rains seem to bring a fresh coat of paint all over by cleaning up the accumulated grime and dust, it is also critical to look at your finances with a fresh perspective.

So here’s our quick guide on thinking about your financial life with a fresh perspective, as you sip some steaming chai in the Baarish.

Clearly list out the goals, both long term and short term When you were younger, you had the option of saving without any particular goal in mind. Just the fact that you were saving put you ahead of others who spent all their money. Suddenly, there are now a whole lot of financial goals to think about - education for your children, their marriages, and annual holidays, and of course regular day to

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day expenses. List each ofy our goals.

Put numbers to each of these goals Since each of these goals could have different meanings to different individuals. For e.g. buying a house in Andheri may be different in terms of buying a similar home in Borivali or Bandra, it is critical to put a number to each of these goals basis your own expectations. You may need to seek help from a financial planner to get a better idea of some of these numbers and the impact of inflation on each of these costs.

Prioritize your goals You will probably find that achieving all your goals may not be possible, so a process of prioritization may need to be undertaken. Try to achieve a balance between short term and longterm goals. Too often excessive focus on short-term goals or any one of the goals tends to compromise your overall financial well being. For example, over stretching yourself on your residential home purchase and its interiors could result in a compromise of your child’s education or your own retirement.

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Don’t forget the risks Current lifestyles could expose

you to health risks, life threatening or otherwise. Ensure that you have adequate life and health cover to insure your risks. Buying them early increases the chances of getting them cheaper as well as when you are in a good state of health. The gap between needs and funds can always be funded by insurance.

Diversify your portfolio Use a combination of financial instruments - stocks/equity mutual funds, bonds, precious metals, real estate and bank deposits in line with your financial goal requirements and risk appetite.

Put the plan into action Ensure that you put your financial plan in to action and monitor and review it regularly. Too many plans end up remaining just that - plans.

So enjoy the baarish and the chai, think deeply about your finances & stay safe!!

You may need to seek help from a financial planner...

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MONSOON

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by Dr. Snehal Sriram (MD) Medical Director (Trica)

one the oppressive heat of summer, the first raindrops bring joy, cheer, freshness, even romance. Unfortunately our hair does not share that enthusiasm. Come rainy season, problems of hair fall, dandruff and lifeless, worn out, brittle hair start.

Here are a few tips to ensure that your hair stays happy and fresh this monsoon.

Wash Hair and Scalp Frequently This tip sounds counter-intuitive looking at all the wetness around.

The reality is, as the humidity soars and the hair gets wet frequently, we tend to reduce the frequency of shampooing and conditioning. This actually is detrimental to your scalp and hair. As the dead skin builds up, fungus and other microbes multiply on the scalp, leading to dandruff. Also, the environmental pollutants and dirt coming down with the rain are not washed off, increasing toxic build-up. All these increase the chances of wear and tear and brittleness.

A good practice is to wash the scalp and hair at least alternate days using a mild shampoo. You may shampoo daily if you are exposed to rain water daily. Again avoid very hot water, as it will increase dehydration of hair. Use only lukewarm water.

Condition them well Use a gentle conditioner after each shampoo. Too thick conditioner and the hair may go limp. If the hair is already getting brittle and worn-out, use a hair mask containing natural

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fruit and aromatic oil extracts. Apply the mask instead of your conditioner, leave it on for 5-10 minutes and rinse off.

Avoid oiling during monsoons Oil clogs the pores increasing the chances of dandruff and itching. Also the quantity of shampoo required to wash off the oil leaves the hair dry and frizzy.

If you cant avoid hair oils, use only natural oils like coconut, olive or almond oil, avoid perfumed oils and mineral oils.

Use the natural oils in very small quantities, applying mostly on the hair and not on the scalp.

Groom your hair right Change your hair grooming practices in monsoon. Drink that hot tea but avoid heating your hair - i.e. avoid blow-drying in hot mode as well as hot ironing. Also avoid brushing wet hair. All these may weaken the hair further. Use dryers in cold mode, wide toothed comb - preferably wooden, to detangle the hair, Avoid / tone down the hair styling products They make the hair limp and clog the pores giving rise to dandruff and microbial growth. Pure aloe-Vera gel can be a good option instead.

Use anti-microbial shampoo, if you already have dandruff / itching / boils Apply it with the pulp of fingers and leave it on for at least 5 minutes before rinsing off.

Repeat at least 2-3 times a week. For severe or resistant dandruff, you may need further treatment and it is advisable to consult your hair doctor for it.

Eat hair-wellness diet Diet containing Zinc, anti-oxidants and proteins help in keeping the hair healthy in monsoon. Ensure one helping of sprouts sprouted moong, chana, soaked methi seeds, wheat germs along with 4 almonds or 3 walnuts daily.

Drink at least 2 liters of water daily This is very important as it helps carrying the nutrients to the hair roots. In addition, it prevents dehydration of hair.

Follow these simple tips and let your hair be happy this monsoon.

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Baarish, Chai And ...

Cough and cold ?!

DR LILY KISWANI MD,DGO, INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

I love the rains, walking, frolicking.

But when it comes to letting the children do the same, fear (or shall we say caution) prevents us – no, they shall catch a cold! Most of us take it for granted - infection is almost inevitable. But have we ever considered why we develop an infection in the first place? The only reason is low immunity. And if we can build up our immunity, we can all frolic to their heart’s content, without any fear.

Low immunity is something that affects us all, whether we believe it or not.

Why is our immunity so low, as a general rule?

Low Immunity is something that affects us all

Incorrect food choices Additives, flavourings and many other chemicals in processed food wreak havoc with our health, making us prone to infection. And you’re kidding yourself if you assume fresh food is much better - most of our storebought vegetables are ridden with pesticides, preservative agents, ripening agents and other adulterants.

Inadequate exercise Don’t we see children busy playing games on their gadgets rather than playing games outdoors? Exercise boosts immunity.

Inadequate Sleep This is a frequently overlooked factor.

8-9 hours of sleep for a child is crucial to refreshing the body and the brain.

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Stress We all know that we are more likely to fall sick after a period of stress. With homework, exams, peer pressure, our little ones are under just as much stress.

Antibiotic use Conversely enough, antibiotics destroy the good bacteria in our gut.

These good bacteria play a pivotal role in maintaining immunity.

Alcohol and smoking Just like sugar, alcohol and smoking can reduce the ability of white blood cells to kill germs.

Lack of certain nutrients Lack of certain nutrients such as Vitamin D, selenium, etc.

But consider this.

If a steel nail pierces your foot while walking, it is going to be painful. So you take something to ease the pain.

The nail stays there, and infects your foot. So you take antibiotics for the infection. Worst case scenario, an abscess develops, which can need surgery.

But is it not wiser to remove the nail first?

That is what Integrative Medicine does. This is a form of holistic medication that goes to the root cause of a condition and deals with it, so the condition is resolved, not just the symptom, and there is no longer any need for medication. Without needing to consume or inject external substances into your body, Integrative Medicine is fast becoming the safest new way to cure medical problems.

If we can maintain our health at an optimal level, then no illness can come near us. Not respiratory infection, not diabetes and not even cancer. So the logical step is to optimise our health.

When it comes to protecting ourselves from general sickness, we do not have a mindset of preparing for the worst. We take our health for granted, and miss it only when we lose it.

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Avoid the fore mentioned causative factors.

Some doctors already recommend routine vitamin D. A healthy diet plus a daily multinutrient supplement can help people achieve optimal dietary intakes and support immune function.Data shows that only 7% of people take vitamins or minerals to boost their immune system at the beginning of cold and flu season.

Echinacea is a popular herb which helps improve immunity.

My husband had frequent attacks of tonsillitis, but now I can’t remember when the last episode was.

Maintain a healthy gut. 80% of our immunity resides in the gut.

In auto-immune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, the gut is an important focus on the way to reversing the condition.

Integrative Medicine looks at the individual as a whole, not just a collection of symptoms. And by going to the root cause, we can treat all the conditions a patient may suffer from.

No longer is it necessary to go to separate doctors to find solutions for depression, skin problems, ailments in the joints, diabetes, etc. Now, we can actually look forward to being disease free and in total charge of our own health.

Integrative Medicine is a form of holistic medication that goes to the root cause of a condition and deals with it...

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Tips for feeling fit at

30, 40, 50 & beyond

It’s time to clean up the diet and make smarter choices such as reducing sugar intake and avoiding fast food.

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(BPT) - Do you ever wake up and think “Wow, I don’t feel as young as I used to?” It’s a sentiment shared by people of every age group. Fortunately, it doesn’t matter if you’re 20 or 60 - feeling fit and aging well can be a reality with the right mindset and proper exercise and nutrition.

Tavis Piattoly is a sports dietitian, expert nutritionist and co-founder of My Sports Dietitian. He lends his expert insight into how people of three different age groups can feel fit, healthy and happy:

Young adults - up to age 30 Starting a career, getting married, buying a home - these are just a few big life events people in this age category often experience. It also means less time to focus on fitness, and often an increase in unhealthy eating on the go.

Physical activity: Piattoly suggests young adults do what they enjoy most, fitting it in on a regular basis.

“Any form of physical exercise and exertion is beneficial for the cardiovascular system, but adults under 30 usually like sporting events,” he says. “This is the age where former athletes or very active post-graduates

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are still looking to play a sport for fun.”

Nutrition: “The metabolic rate of this age group is declining, so they can’t live on fast food for breakfast, lunch and dinner like they did in college,” Piattoly says. “It’s time to clean up the diet and make smarter choices such as reducing sugar intake and avoiding fast food as much as possible. Prevention should be the focus.”

Supplements: Piattoly says a multivitamin, Nordic Naturals fish oil and probiotic are a must.

Middle age - 30 to 50 In this age bracket, regular checkups with a physician are important to test for common conditions like high blood pressure. The stress of having children and growing a career can take a toll.

Eating out due to lack of time becomes common and can cause weight gain.

Physical activity: Piattoly suggests regular strength training three to five days per week to prevent the progression of muscle loss that begins around age 35.

“For cardiovascular-related exercises, it is important to do what you enjoy as you are more likely to stay motivated and consistent,” he says. “Yoga is

It’s important to eat smaller more frequent meals throughout the day...

recommended for those individuals who are looking to balance stress.”

Nutrition: “It’s important to eat smaller more frequent meals throughout the day, such as every three to four hours, and to make sure a source of lean protein is included at every meal and snack,” Piattoly says.

“Protein is more thermogenic than fat and carbohydrates, so your body burns more calories when consuming protein.”

Supplements: In addition to all the supplements recommended for the young adult group, Piattoly suggests vitamin D and turmeric extract, a great natural anti-inflammatory agent, for 30 to 50-year-olds.

Boomers - 50 plus People of this age are concerned with their health and risk for disease due to family history or lifestyle factors from their youth. Additionally, progressive loss of muscle mass and weaker bones increases risk for injury.

Physical activity: Piattoly says regular strength training three to five days per week prevents the progression of muscle loss

and maintains good bone strength to prevent falls.

“For cardiovascular-related exercises, it is important to do what you enjoy as you are more likely to stay motivated and consistent,” he says. “You can still participate in cardiovascular-related sports like tennis and basketball. For lower-impact sports that are easier on the joints, I like swimming and cycling.”

Nutrition: “Since the immune system is not as strong as it once was for this age group, a diet rich in fruits and vegetables is key, such as five to 10 servings per day,” Piattoly says.

“Protein is also a critical nutrient for the preservation of muscle mass. I usually recommend making a smoothie or shake at least once a day, which can include protein powder, fruit and some veggies.”

Supplements: “For heart and brain health, I’m a big fan of omega-3 fish oil, particularly from Nordic Naturals.

They make triglyceride form fish oil, which is the optimal form for absorption,” says Piattoly. “Fish oil also supports joint mobility and healthy immunity.”

Additionally, a vitamin D supplement for bone health and, potentially, calcium for osteoporosis, and creatine to reduce the risk of age-related muscle decline are all worthwhile considerations.

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CHEF GAUTAM GUPTE

by Sidharth Sodhi & Food Expert- Viketa Anand

Our food expert Viketa Anand and Myself meet chef GautamGupte over breakfast at Indigo Deli Andheri west. He comes across as a person who is simple, modest and very passionate about his job. He has been with Indigo Deli for seven years now. We dig into the very popular Egg Benedict and Braised Lamb Ragout as we talk about his journey.

Q. Tell us a little about your background.

A. I passed out of Anjuman Islam College in Mumbai CST in 96. Ever since I have been in this industry. I was with Radha Krishna offshore. They do catering for rigs in oceans, platforms..that was my first job. Then I trained at LeelaKempinski as a commi. After that I was with Carnival Cruise Lines in the US for two years. Then I worked in different restaurants. I have been working with Indigo Deli for the last seven years.

Q. What changes have you brought to Indigo Deli in the last seven years ?

The most important thing I have done is to maintain the standard that had been given to me to take care off. Be it the quality of the food, the ingredients, right from the green chili to the kinds of meat we get..

Q. ..but a chain like Indigo Deli, do you not have a standard vendor, a

standard supplier..

We do. The problem is the market..the quality of the vegetables etc.. they vary. Like if I want to make a tomato sauce I need to have the ripest tomatoes.

But sometimes they give us raw tomatoes. The fish which comes to us..we want them fresh but sometimes they will try and mix a few fishes which are stale..

Q. And in the food industry maintaining the standard is the toughest.

Yea. And also being consistent with the food. That is one thing I have done!

Q. The most unusual ingredient you have ever used.

Truffles. Truffles is something I used here for the first time in my life. It is a delicacy. It is not available everywhere because it is very expensive. We used to put it in a few of our dishes. But we now term it as 86. That means not available (laughs).

Q. A chef who inspires you and why ?

It is my executive chef, Jaydeep Mukherjee. He has been my mentor here.

Together we started the kitchen here in 2008. Here cooking is a science. The kind of exposure I have got here has been phenomenal.

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. Smell, texture, presentation, taste. In what percentages do they combine to make a great dish?

Taste – 50% . Presentation – 30%.Texture – 10%.Smell – 10%.

Q. Which city in India has the best food scene ? Why ?

Delhi is one. In fact we have opened up a branch of Indigo Deli there.

Amritsar. The kulchechole in Amritsar..nothing can beat that ! The main thing is the water. It gives all the taste…

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Q. How is the Indigo Deli branch in Andheri West different from the

other branches ?

One thing that sets this outlet apart is the personal touch. There are guests who only call me to take their order. Then we have a lot of celebrities coming here.

Q. You may be traveling global but you are always living local. What does that mean to you?

I do not travel often but I am glad the rains are here .. they have helped the weather.

Q. What is the difference between a great cook and a good cook?

Passion ! The fire in your belly.To take each and every day as a challenge and try to learn something. That is what will set you apart from a good or average cook. Because there is a lot of sacrifice. We do not have any social life.

We do not enjoy any festivals. Weekends we spend here.

Q. What is it about Indigo Deli that has kept it going strong for ten years?

Great food. Service. Ambience.Warmth and personal attention.

Q. Your favorite hangout spots in Andheri West ?

umm.. The Starbucks at Infiniti Mall. Sometimes I go there.

Two poached eggs with ham on an English muffin (With hollandaise sauce and hash browns)

A breakfast trip to Indigo Deli is not complete without a portion of their Eggs Benedict. ‘Two Poached Eggs with ham on an English Muffin with Hollandaise Sauce and Hash Browns. ‘ The freshness of their English Muffins and the Chefs special Hollandaise Sauce is what makes it the best in Mumbai. The garnish of Hash Browns is what adds that wow factor to the dish.

Braised Lamb Ragout with Brown Onion Pilaf and garlic Asparagus Indigo boasts of using the finest ingredients in their dishes, which is apparent in their dishes. Tender, melt in my mouth perfectly cooked Lamb is what make this dish my favorite. The delicate flavor of the marinade of the lamb is perfectly paired with Brown Inion Pilaf and crunchy Garlicy Asparagus. Must try this dish on your next visit to Indigo followed by their Chocolate Fudge Brownie Served with Homemade Ice Cream.

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R E C I P ES

ALOO PARATHA

by Subhashini Sheopuri

Quick nourishing & extremely filling homemade Paratha to relish in the monsoons. Enjoy the scintillating monsoons with healthy home – made vegetable parathas…they are easy to make, and yummy to eat. Anyone can make them…don’t need a chef’s degree.

PYAZ KE PARATHA Ingredients 2 large Onions,finely chopped.

Spices – Salt, Red pepper powder, dhania powder, amchoor 2 cups of gehun aata,kneaded into a soft round ball,smoothened with a little oil.

2x Green chillies (finely chopped) Coriander leaves (finely chopped).

Oil or ghee for cooking.

Method Add all spices to chopped onions, and divide into 6 small portions.

Divide the dough into 6 equal portions and roll out one into a 3 inch diameter.

Add the mixture and fold the edges of the roti. Add a little dry flour and roll the parathas into a desired diameter. Cook the paratha on a girdle/non-stick open pan on medium flame using cooking oil or pure ghee till both the sides are golden brown in colour.

Serve with raita, pickles, salad or any one of these

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PHOOLGOBI PARATHA Ingredients 1 medium size Cauliflower, peeled and grated.

Spices – Salt, Red pepper and amchur powder.

2 x Green chillies (finely chopped) Coriander leaves (finely chopped) Method Add the 3 dry spices and greens to the grated cauliflower and mix well. Heat an open pan and add few drops of cooking oil. Add the cauliflower mix to the pan and sauté for a bit, till it takes on a semicooked texture. Remove the mixture and keep aside to cool. Divide the mixture into 6 well rounded portions. Now divide the dough into 6 equal portions,and roll out one into 3 inch diameter.

Add the mixture and fold the edges of the roti,now add a little dry flour and roll the paratha into a desired diameter. Cook the paratha on a girdle non-stick open pan on a medium flame using cooking oil or pure ghee till both sides are golden brown in colour.

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Method Add all spices etc. to mashed potatoes and divide into 6 small portions.

Divide the dough into 6 equal portions and roll out one into a 3’’diameter.

Add the mixture and fold the edges of the roti. Add a little dry flour and roll the parathas into a desired diameter.

Cook the paratha on a girdle/non-stick open pan on medium flame, using cooking oil or pure ghee till both the sides are golden brown in colour.

MOOLI PARATHE Ingredients 1 medium size radish,thick in diameterpeeled and grated. Drain out all moisture by wrapping in a linen napkin and squeezing out all water.

Spices – Salt,Red pepper and amchur powder.

2xGreen chillies(finely chopped) Coriander leaves (finely chopped) Method Add the 3 dry spices and greens to the grated radish and mix well. Heat in an open pan and add few drops of cooking oil. Add the radish mix to the pan and sauté for a bit till it takes on a semi-cooked texture. Remove the mixture and keep aside to cool. Divide the mixture into 6 well rounded portions. Now divide the dough into 6 equal portions and roll out one into 3inch diameter.

Add the mixture and fold the edges of the roti, now add a little dry flour and roll the paratha into a desired diameter. Cook the paratha on a girdle non-stick open pan on a medium flame,using cooking oil or pure ghee till both sides are golden brown in colour.

Serve with raita, pickles, salad or any one of these.

Always use a flat spatula to cook the paratha,and turn the sides slowly.

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Ingredients For the dough (makes 6 parathas) 2 cups whole wheat flour (gehun ka aata) A pinch of salt Knead into smooth not so soft dough so that stuffing does not escape.

Keep dough aside for 10/15 mins covered with soft wet cloth or keep in fridge for 5 mins.

For stuffings : Aloo parathas – 4 boiled potatoes, cooled and peeled and mashed.

Spices – Salt, Red pepper powder, dhania powder, amchoor, chaat masala.

Add Ons - 2 green chillies finely chopped, few springs of coriander leaves finely chopped.

Medium - Oil or ghee for cooking.

RAJMA MASALA Ingredients 1+1/2 cups Rajma soaked overnight and pressurecooked with a piece of ginger till soft. Keep the water for cooking.

3 large tomatoes. Blend with: 2 tbsp of cooked rajma 1 large onion sliced thin 1 tsp jeera whole 2 pinches of Hing 1 tsp coriander powder 2 tsp kashmiri chili powder 1 tsp garam masala or tandoori masala 1 tsp gng paste A few kadipattas (optional) 1 tbsp kasuri methi 2 tbsp of ghee

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Method Fry jeera n ginger paste and kadi-patta in ghee till the jeera splutters.

Add the onions till translucent.

Add hing.

Add the tomatoes n rajma blend.

Add the masalas chilli powder coriander powder.

Cook for a few mins.

Add kasurimethi.

Add the cooked rajma.

Simmer for 15-20 mins.

Done.

Now here you can also add 1 tbsp cream. The gravy becomes rich and creamier. We have blended some rajma with the tomatoes so the gravy should be thick.

We have not added water. But if the gravy is very thick you may use the rajma boiled water. Some people also add 1/2 tsp of sugar. You may if you like. I don’t.

Best eaten with steamed rice. I like ghee or butter rice.

Can also be eaten with paranthas. Eat n enjoy!

LOTUS ROOT (BHEE) & POTATOES WITH SWEET SAFFRON RICE Ingredients & Method Sweet Saffron Rice Cook 1 cup rice as normal.

Add 3-4 tsps sugar with some saffron to get a yellow hue and the wonderful flavor of saffron.

Add 1 tsp ghee. It does turn a bit sticky, but tastes yum.

Garnish with chopped pistas or slivered almonds.

Lotus Root (Bhee) 250gms Wash, peel, cut into thin slices at a slant. Don’t cut them straight or they turn stringy. Boil them till they turn soft but with some bite. Not too softy.

As we are making seyalbhee, it means loads of onions in it.

Chop 2 large onions and 2 medium tomatoes and sauté in 2 tbsp ghee with 2 tsp ginger paste, 1 tsp turmeric, 2 tsp red chili powder, 2 tsp garam masala, 2tspkasurimethi.

Cover and simmer for 15 mins. Remember we are only looking for the tomatoes to cook and blend, we still want loads of onions to be seen. So cook till the onions are soft but don’t disappear.

Simple tasty method of cooking Bhee. Done Eat n Enjoy!

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Are you Fit to be Fat?

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Lifestyle Nutrition Consultant - Tripti Gupta

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ood is life! I live to eat…I love to eat… I am a complete foodie are the most common statements made or heard by most of us. How about saying it this way… I live in a beautiful body or I love my body…

Does that ring an alarm? Being conscious about our clothes, attire and spending tons of money on beautifying ourselves can all fall flat if your body is coated with flab or lard. The fanciest of brands fail to be the eye catcher on a fat body whereas a fit body can get away with anything and still be a head turner.

So let’s ask ourselves that one question… Are you Fit to be Fat? Am sure the answer is NO. Whether you are a shopaholic, workaholic, super model, professional, homemaker or an average Indian, we definitely don’t want FAT on us. Even a fat person does not like to be called fat. So why allow yourself to be there? Crash diets and starvation were the ways of the dumb and ignorant.

Today, with lifestyle diets, trained professionals and so much health awareness, weight management can be extremely easy and stress free.

Let’s chalk down a few Easy Slim rules to achieve a healthier you effortlessly without killing yourself at all.

We can simply call it a lifestyle modification instead of a weight loss program and you will be amazed with the simple magic it can offer.

Let’s chalk down a few Easy Slim rules to achieve a healthier you effortlessly without killing yourself at all. We can simply call it a lifestyle modification instead of a weight loss program and you will be amazed with the simple magic it can offer.

Easy Slim Rule 1 Cut your OWN Calories Who knows your food better than you… write a food diary and identify your extra calories. Whether it is that extra ghee or oil, a daily piece of chocolate, cheese, a juice/ soft drink or an extra roti you may pick at a meal.

Let’s minus the extras to begin with, we are not starving but just being clever, was that so difficult?

Remember- your calorie input matters the most when you are aiming at burning that fat. 80% results come from what we eat.

Easy slim Rule 2 Add an activity at YOUR convenient time Exercise need not be only at the gym.

A brisk walk, skipping, stair climbing, a workout video or even your favorite dance or sport performed regularly can make a world of difference to your body without even realizing it. Add it to your timetable and watch the inches

shed smoothly.

Now 20 mins in a day won’t harm you at all, it’s totally worth it!!

Easy slim Rule 3 Discipline your MIND Yes when rules are made, discipline is a must. Make your own timetable. Who said we should exercise only first thing in the morning? In fact, whatever time suits you and you can be consistent with, is your best time. Whether night or day, the idea is to follow your own rulebook, STICK TO IT and make it your lifestyle.

Pooja Pandey followed the Easy Slim Plan and lost 10 kgs of fat and 23 inches in 6 months.

Easy Slim Plans are customized Lifestyle Oriented Health Programs which preach balance to achieve.

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Don’t ban but keep control Don’t indulge but plan one cheat day Don’t stop but take a break Don’t be foolish but tell yourself it’s OK once in a while Don’t be lazy but keep it easy Don’t overdo anything as it will never last

Your Key is to keep the balance, stay in control and choose a beautiful body.

We all deserve to be healthy, fit and beautiful then why compromise

Crash diets and starvation were the ways of the dumb and ignorant.

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PROJECT FUEL

by Sidharth Sodhi

Q&A Deepak Ramola with

Deepak Ramola is a young man who wears many hats. A lyricist, a poet, a scriptwriter and script analyst. He is a guest faculty and teacher in several schools and colleges. He is also the founder and artistic director of Project FUEL. FUEL stands for ‘Forward the Understanding of Every life Lesson’.

We ask him what is a life lesson.

Deepak: I grew up in Dehradun. I saw my mother who had never gone to school knowing so much about life and about things. So I said this lady has not read world literature, or studied philosophy, or tallied balance sheets but she runs the entire house, guides us in our lowest of times. I asked my mother how she did all this. She said she did not go to school but she was learning from life. Initially I thought it was ridiculous because if she is learning from living, then everyone who is living must be learning something. This thought stayed with me.

I was also a very curious child. I would ask people ‘Hey, what’s your life lesson?’ or what is the greatest piece of advice you can give me? I asked people at weddings, at functions, people who were invited home for dinner. I used to write down these life lessons in the back pages of my diary. Every time I got low in life, every time I faced a problem, I went to that diary and read. Invariably, I found a lesson from someone’s life that related to my context and the situation I was in.

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But what is a life lesson?

When I ask people what is your life lesson they say we do not have one. But that is not true. One gives suggestions and advices all the time to loved ones. The piece of advice, the word of comfort, the solution to a problem that we offer in our day to day lives are our life lessons because we pass them on authenticated by our own story. But I say to people if you were to die in the next five minutes and you were to share one advice with your loved ones what would you say? And whatever you say or choose to say is your life lesson. It can be as simple as ‘drink a lot of water’.

Q Has a life lesson helped you in your own life? How do

you teach people using life lessons under Project FUEL? Yes. ‘Own your story’ is a life lesson that was given to me by a friend who saw me in school being bullied for my voice. I had a very feminine voice I think…it still probably sounds like that on the phone. So I was dealing with this problem when a friend of mine told me do not worry about all of that. Own your story. It means be proud of who you are. What am I least proud of? Maybe my voice. I wanted to change it, add a base …but nothing worked. So I felt rather than trying to shun it,I should rather make peace with it and own it. The day I was proud of that, everything fell in place. I started having more fun when someone said ‘oh you sound like a kid or a girl’, I actually said yea, that is true. I felt that everyone knew my story and it is so easy to have fun if everyone knows your story and you are not offended by it. Those three words ‘Own your story’ liberated me to participate in debate competitions, be a voice over artist, to open Project FUEL.

10 – MINUTE FENG SHUI TIPS: Compiled By Subhashini Sheopuri

FENG SHUI Literally means “Wind” & “Water”. The goal is to direct all energy in your environment to flow in a pleasant positive breeze TIPS FOR PROSPERITY $ SUCCESS: 1)Keep your home/work area/ office clutter - free. Remove objects from passage ways that are not necessary, as they obstruct flow of good energy.

2)Regularly de-clutter your home/office by removing articles/objects not being used.

3)Hang a windchime in a window directly across from your front door.

Own your story.

It means be proud of who you are.

FUEL stands for ‘forward the understanding of every life lesson’. All the life lessons I have collected, I go through them and then design those life lessons into do-able activities, theatre, poetry, creative writing and performance art. I conduct life skills workshops. I have been doing this since I was seventeen years old. So I have taught more than twenty five thousand people. The idea is that what you have learnt from your life someone else also gets to benefit from it in another part of the country by doing a practical exercise and not just reading it as a quote in the morning newspaper. People also relate to the stories that these life lessons come from.

Q How old must one be to have a life lesson?

Just be able to talk I think.. In terms of the Project FUEL journey, I would say the youngest person who has given us a life lesson is five years old. He said ‘when you are done using the jar remember to close the lid’.

Q You may be traveling global but you are

always living local. What does that mean to you?

It means the essence of our being lies in being connected to our roots.

Q Your favorite hangout spots in Andheri west?

4)Illuminate any dark corners in your kitchen/work area/ office.

5)Hang a wooden windchime in the window of your office/ work area.

6) Put three I-Ching coins in a red envelope and place it on your computer/desk.

7) Tie 8 small bells on a red cord and hang them on the door of your office or work area.

8) Tie 9 small bells on a red cord and hang them on the inside of your front door at home.

9) Ring a bell in prayer room, living room and all other rooms daily.

10)Burn incense in your Prayer room/living room, and smudge all rooms at home.

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ARE WOMEN & GIRLS SAFE IN LOKHANDWALA

by Subhashini Sheopuri

What are women and girls doing to preserve their own safety?

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n the wake of the Delhi Nirbhaya disaster case, a sad hush had spread all over Mumbai city. December 2012 became a black mark in the history of Indian democracy. Is the world only for men? Of the men? Why should women be forced to live in constant fear of being mauled, or teased, or stared at, or stalked or battered? The outcry continues as newspapers are flooded with more and more cases and case – histories of such atrocities. Besides asking the governing bodies what they are doing, and cursing the Police department for not preserving safety of women and girls properly, there is a huge question before us and that is, what are women and girls doing to preserve their own safety?

Safety begins at home. Little girls are brought up with so much love and care, and as they grow up suddenly their world changes around. They realise they have to be aware of their surroundings at all times, not talk to strangers, or move outside their own given environment without informing the family. However, inspite of all the care that one generally takes, there is no guarantee for your safety and security in this society.

I spoke to a few women and young girls of in and around Lokhandwala

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Complex to know whether they feel safe in the area. While none of them reported ugly incidents of molestation or eveteasing in the area, there were most of the women and girls, who shared the unfortunate accounts when they are being stared at by idle men or boys on the street corners, men on two-wheelers, and also by auto-rickshaw drivers.

Though there is no deterrent to such cases as it is taken as a case of idiotic behaviour that needs to be ignored, the fact remains that if any of these offenders act in an untowardly fashion they should be rebuked and put in their place immediately.

Women and girls in Lokhandwala are certainly not afraid to go out in the streets, market-places, malls or even eating joints, and feel confident even if they were un-accompanied. Young girls insisted that they are fashion conscious and dress as they feel like, and do not let it bother them if someone stares or passes stupid comments, but if some stalks or makes them feel uncomfortable, they create a huge ruckus and make sure the advances of the perpetuator are openly met with a huge protest, enough to make him run for his life.

However, just when I was concluding

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my research on female safety, I came to know about a chain-snatching incidence that took place at the Lokhandwala Circle, in a broad daylight last month. A young man on a motor-bike snatched a thick chain from a passing woman, and fled even before she could realise the situation. Although she made a hue and cry, the thief had already escaped. Soon after this incident, I again spoke to few female residents of Lokhandwala and was shocked to know that such theft cases in a broad daylight have become regular in the area, and nothing has been done yet. It gave a new dimension to my research on female safety.

“We can handle eve-teasing because they feel confident and self-assured, but what can one do if a thief or crook suddenly appears from nowhere and grabs your purse or mobile or jewelery and drives off in his two-wheeler? Reporting to the police has never helped getting back any lost property, and this loss is something that no woman or girl can handle,” says one of the female residents.

A neighbour revealed an alarming disclosure. She was on her way to make a flat booking payment and

was crossing the road at the signal opposite Infinity mall. Suddenly she felt a tug on her shoulder, and before she knew it her handbag with a large amount of cash was ripped out of her clutch, and the assailant pushed her aside and ran off. She was so shocked that and dazed that she could not even cry for help. By the time she regained her composure, he was off into the narrow lanes. She went and complained at the Oshiwara Police Station. It’s been months, but there is no sign of getting the culprit caught.

We need Police Patrol all the year round, not on certain days like Festivals and Processions. Maybe we will someday, mean while girls, be on the lookout…you are you hero.

Reporting to the police has never helped getting back any lost property...

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Krishz DIY Tips

for Monsoon Stains

by Karishma Pinak

HAPPY MONSOONS!!!

Like all inevitable things around the world… Rains are one and Stains the other. Both of these are sure to happen to you no matter how careful you are. Just that the natures of both are extremely unpredictable.

The good news is that the only way to treat rains is with a pippin hot cup of masala tea and bhajiyas; but the better news is that Stains can be treated in various sure shot ways depending upon what stain it is…

Unfortunately every stain reacts differently to various cleaning methods, so success is not always guaranteed in the first try.

But don’t fear for Krish is here to fix the basic stains with basic things you find in your house!

MUD STAINS

OIL & GREASE

In case of a mud stain, allow it to dry (unlike any other stain) after it has completely dried scrape off the excess mud and treat the stain that persists.

Another species of tough stains, which just don’t budge.

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Liquid detergent: Dab liquid detergent directly onto the stain.

Let it soak properly for a while so that the mud particles loosen.

Wash as normal.

Repeat if the stain remains.

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Liquid Dish wash: Oh yes! Along with the dishes they clean clothes too…

Dissolve 1tb spoon of liquid dish wash in 2tbl spoons of water.

Soak the stain let the stain dissolve.

Wash as normal.

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Potato: This magic root which acts as a savior

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most situations helps in stain removal too Rub a cut potato on the hard to remove mud stains.

Starch helps to break down the mud.

Wash normally.

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White chalk: A classroom product but quiet handy at home too…

Rub the chalk on the stain.

The chalk absorbs all the oil and grease.

Stand it for some time depending on how strong the stain is.

Wash normally.

Repeat if necessary.

Baking Soda: Apart from the cake it has a place in the laundry too!

Add about 2tbl spoons of baking soda and equal amount of detergent powder to a liter of water in a vessel.

Add the garment with the stain to it and bring to a boil on slow flame.

Turn off the gas and let it cool.

Rinse and was normally.

Corn Starch: No coating only brushing...

Rub a generous amount of corn starch on the oil stain Let it stand for about half-n-hour.

Wash it normally.

SWEAT STAINS Again a stain type, which are too tough to get rid off a.

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When it rains look for Rainbows.

When its dark look for the Stars.

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White Vinegar: The multipurpose liquid…

Cover the stain with white vinegar and rub it properly.

Apply ¼ part water and ¾ part Baking soda directly to the stain and leave it overnight.

Then soak and wash it as normal.

Lemon: The citrus fruit refreshes the clothes too…

Mix equal parts of lemon juice and water in a container.

Add salt and baking soda to the above mix (careful while adding baking soda as it will react with the lemon) Using an old toothbrush, scrub the stained area.

Wash it in warm water.

Repeat if needed.

Asprin: Not just relives you from headaches but also sweat stains…

Crush two tablets of Asprin in a cup of warm water.

Soak the stained part of the garment in the solution for 2-3 hrs.

Wash normally.

For more DIY stain solutions on Blood, Coffee, Curries and Berries… Stay Connected… For now these tricks and just watch the magic… When it rains look for Rainbows. When its dark look for the Stars ….

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et up at 5:30 AM. Check. I had placed two alarm clocks away from my mattress in two strategically different corners of the room. The sound of the alarms going off wakes only myself up.

My heavily bearded roommate continues to sleep like a log.

Initially one must do stuff like the ‘two alarms placed in the farthest corner’s of one’s room’ routine to gradually form a habit.

I switch on the lights… it is still raining outside… non-stop over the last two days. I wash my face and eyes and slide open the window.

I breathe in as my eyes close for two seconds. The cool fresh early morning oxygen you inhale will switch on all the lights and fans inside your brain. It charges your batteries and awakens your soul.

And I just stay there, in that position for a few minutes..taking it all in.. breathing.. looking around.

It has an out of the world soothing effect. My heavily bearded roommate turns in his mattress.

I tip toe around him to go to the kitchen to start to prepare the essential morning cup of tea. It

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is serenely quiet at home. Two other roommates sleep in the hall.

The entire house all to myself for another two hours plus. Because sometimes you just want to be alone. You do not feel like talking to anybody.

I slide the windows open further and watch it pouring as my tea simmers quietly on a low flame. The rains, they clean the city. The bark of the trees… the brown color looks livelier. The fading green on the leaves gets a fresh coat of paint. The yellow colored leaves are distinctly visible. The wet black crow with its ruffled feathers. The wet hen taking a stroll. You feel the poor fella’s need a towel. Imagine being under the shower for forty eight hours straight. That is how their faces look to me now.

I see an elderly gentleman wearing a shirt with his sleeves folded in shorts and bathroom slippers holding one half-liter packet of milk and walking back home. I turn from the window and walk back to the kitchen passing pictures of Amitabh Bachchan, Akshay Kumar , Bruce Lee and

Jason Statham stuck on my wall.

The tea is done. Voila! I pour myself a big cup of tea and walk back to the window in my room almost stepping on my sleeping roommate’s foot. Thank god I did not spill the tea. I stand at the window. School children, tiny tots packed in their colorful raincoats hold their guardian’s hands as they are taken to their respective school buses. That huge bulge on their backs being the all so important and very ‘light weighing’ school bag consisting of nine kilos of books, a water bottle and a tiffin box. The kids walk on the sides of the puddles of water in the middle of the road, sometimes brushing the water playfully with the tip of their shoes. The same black shoes all school kids have been wearing since India gained its Independence.

The last three four months there has been so much work happening on the roads outside my house that I was afraid to open the windows.

Not anymore! I finish my cup of tea. The last few sips give the most satisfaction.

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LL | community WHAT’S HAPPENING

OBSTACLES R PARTY SUNDOWNE RMING O F R E P S T ARTIS ZONE ADVENTURE CAMPING

TMR is just not an event, it is a blood rush of team TMR. The thought brought to India by Mr. ParasTurakhia& conceptualized by Sheer Management.

Team Sheer endeavors to conduct an international adventure sports event never witnessed before in Asia with their 15 years of experience.

Our partners ANS media and Co-retail with their marketing expertise helps to elevate The Mud Rush at a new height.

Let’s get down and dirty with The Mud Rush at Silvassa on 8th August

The Mud Rush edition 3 beckons this monsoon!

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Sink in some mud pits, ice holes and climb up net walls and party under the stars…and this is just the start!

his Mud Rush run parallel to the serene Dudhani lake while trying your hand (and knees) while jumping through fire, pits with four tonnes of ice and much more! End your day with camping and partying under the serene stars and piping hot chai! We bring to you exactly this right next to your city! The Mud Rush (TMR), India’s premier adventure sports festival is back in its third edition to awaken the athletic in you!

The event is aimed at being tougher, harder and uncut this year. After the huge success of the previous two editions in Kolad and Pune, The Mud Rush is back bigger and better guaranteeing you much more fun and adventure than before!

This event will not only test your endurance and stamina,

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but also your ability to help strangers and comrades and mingle with people who love to sport it out and party! All in all, The Mud Rush is a package that offers an overall exciting day filled with action, fun, heart throbbing EDM music and a night under the stars with some cool camping.

What a better way to spend your Monsoons but at The Mud Rush! Our course is designed for fun, for you and your friends to enjoy an exciting day in the rains together.

Also, the fun does not stop at just the run as we believe a true mudrusher should celebrate his achievement! After the mud-astic rushes get over, the participants are free to celebrate their accomplishments all day by the various activities planned out.

WHEN: The Mud Rush shall be taking place on Saturday, 8th of August 2015.

WHERE: With the monsoon here to stay, take a break and leave the city to enter the serene and stunning location of Dudhani Lake, Silvassa

WHAT’S HAPPENING UNQUOTE THE QUOTES

by Divya Panday

One of the all time favorite season for Mumbaikars is this Rainy Season! From Chai to Coffee to Pakodas to Vada Pavs to Samosa, what better season to taste them all! So with this here are some quotes related to Rains waiting to unquote themselves which have totally a different meaning related to them: “Life Isn’t About Waiting For The Storm To Pass, It’s About Learning To Dance In The Rain” – Viviane Greene

Poetic Book Launch at Whistling Woods Andheri Base

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Bouquet of Roses by JK Roseline is published by Poet’s choice, which is owned by AkhshaySonthalia, a young poet who was quite impressed and inspired by Roseline’s popularity as a poet. This book is a collection of 35 poems, some of the most sensitive poems like Duty calls [Tribute to a fireman) and The wandering star is a poem in which she brings out her expressions on the life of a comet are rare poems which touches the heart of the reader. It was released on Sunday 21st June at Whistling Woods Andheri Base, Mumbai by her husband Mr. Sunny Kurian in the presence of a select audience.

The highlight of the Book Release function was a performance in the dance format, by accomplished Kuchipudi and Kathakali exponent Guru Vijay Shanker. Guru Vijay interpreted her poem the first down pour which was recited by the poetess J K Roseline herself to the musical tune on keyboard by Akhsay.

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Obstacles, hurdles, difficulties and challenges. These are the favorite words of Life. So what! Power, Courage, Faith and Happiness should be our favorite terms to tackle the lemons that life throws on us. And how we enjoy the rains, lets enjoy the lemons by making a lemonade or perhaps because it’s a rainy season, a lemon tea!

“Raise Your Words Not Your Voice, It Is the Rain That Grows Flowers, Not Thunder” – Rumi Voice- amazing & beautiful gift given to us by God, why to misuse it? Have you ever thought about the people who do not have their voice? They convert their words into action and explain themselves. We do not necessarily need to raise our voices to prove something.

Sometimes it is possible to solve tricky to serious situation by words. In the end we need to solve the situation and not worsen it.

“One Can Find So Many Pains When The Rain Is Falling” – John Steinback Pain of losing someone dear, pain of being far away from your loved ones, pain of relationship lost somewheresometimes we all attach it through the rain. Treasure the memories spent with the one who is gone, bless their souls, the ones who are far away will be with you sooner, have faith and relations can grow to be the same with reassuring words and time.

These were some quotes waiting to be unquoted, enjoy reading them with a cup of Chai and feel the raindrops touching your face. Keep Smiling!

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LL | community WHAT’S HAPPENING

Bringing Back My Beach

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wo girls, Divya Unny (actor, journalist) and Rukhsana Tabassum (filmmaker) who strongly felt about a common problem got together to start the Bringing Back My Beach Campaign in Versova. Lack of a single stretch of clean sand, the Versova beach is filled with sandbags, plastic, paper, half eaten fruit, etc. There are not enough dustbins and toilets on the beach front and people choose to litter. They shared the idea of the Bringing Back My Beach Campaign on Facebook and many people responded to the initiative.

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Why should people volunteer for this cause?

All the people there were absolutely selfmotivated and really enthusiastic about the drive. Cleanliness! There’s really no other reason for anyone to volunteer.

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What kind of support system does this initiative need?

We need support from the BMC so we can install at least 15-20 extra dustbins on the beach entrances. We need to figure out sanitation process for the slum dwellers for long term.

Apart from this we also need the residents who live around the beach to wake up and volunteer within the initiative in whatever capacity they can. After all it’s their backyard. We need to device a system which strictly forbids people from littering- it must be penalised heavily.

There is a lot more that is needed. This is one in many steps that will bring about change.

All the people were Here’s what the 2 girls with everyone’s of a selfClean Beach had to say: motivated Q. You had an event on 6th June at the & really beach for the clean-up drive. How was the enthusiastic experience?

It was an eye opening experience for all of us who turned up for the drive. We were about about the 30 people and in the process of collecting the waste from 7.30-10 am we realized that this was Q. How active is this initiative? drive We meet every Saturday, unless the weather a mammoth task. Picking up plastic and paper waste on one weekend isn’t going to solve the problem; it’s way bigger than that. What was nice however was that the slum kids who live on the beach joined us. The drive was a positive influence on them and that was encouraging for us as well.

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packs up too bad.

Q. How can one be part of this campaign?

You just need to follow up on the Facebook page www.facebook.com/bringbackmybeach and turn up for our next drive/meeting and drop us a message on the page in case of queries.

WHAT’S HAPPENING

We love the sea, don’t we? It’s one of nature’s most giving and soothing elements. If we don’t protect it, it will not protect us.

If you’d like to be associated with this campaign you may connect with: divya.unny@gmail.com / rukshanat@gmail.com

Workshops & Events TRAVELING PANTS 2.0 Event Description Comedian Sorabh Pant returns with his popular stand-up show about travel.

Venue: Andheri Base: Mumbai, Whistling Woods Andheri Base Sharyans Audeus, Link Road (Same lane as Fun Republic), Andheri (West), Hardrock Cafe Building

TATTOO WORKSHOP 5 - ADVANCED TECHNIQUES DATE AND VENUE 14TH and 15th July 2015, 9:00 AM IST Aliens Tattoo Shop 2, Beach Apt., JP Road, Versova,

SOFT PASTEL WORKSHOP Event Description The basic techniquesinvolved in creating simple soft pastel paintings.

Contact: Manju Panchal at 9820683983 OR 26314805 manjupanchal@hotmail.com @Lokhandwala, Andheri West.

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DIGITAL CHILDHOOD: A BLESSING OR BLIGHT Nivedita Mataliya is a counseling psychologist specializing in children and relationship counseling.

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et’s face it. Our children are born in a universe where Internet, smartphone and television are their life just like breathing.

There are so many wonderful advantages of the digital world. Children explore the Internet for any query or interest they may have. They use it to align themselves with the happenings around the globe. They use it to do their projects, download music, movies, social networking, read the news and so much more.

Facebook, Whatsapp, Instagram etc. are a way of life.

Children don’t bother the parents with their innumerable curious questions. Now they instantly turn to the ‘know it all Google uncle’.

But along with Jekyll comes Hyde. Digital addiction, lack of concentration and physical activity, social withdrawal and inappropriate content viewing are getting to be common causes for counseling, particularly for the teenagers.

The fact is that the digital childhood can do more good than harm if the parents can help their children create a balance. Here are some of the things to do: Be A Part Of Their Digital World Be genuinely engaged in their interests. Ask them to show you the latest sites that are being used. This will give you an idea of what your

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child is doing. Also, be updated about the trends on the net so that you are not unaware of the parallel world the children live in.

Set Time Limits Discuss with the child and amicably come to a timetable about the number of hours and the timings allowed on the digital arena.

Invest In A Software Several software are available that help parents keep a tab on the child’s Internet usage.

Budget The Digital Diet Mutually decide the amount of money to be spent each month on various plans and adhere to them.

Be Aware Of Your Own Usage If you are constantly on the gadget, then your saying anything to your children won’t really matter. So first, be balanced then preach balance.

Make The Real World Interesting Do not let the digital world take over the real world. It is imperative that the child has physical activities and social interaction in the real world.

It is an absolute must to engage in activities as a family whether it is playing a game or discussing the day. Spending quality time in the real universe takes away the pressure of image building in the digital world.

Cyber Friends Being critical of your child making friends on the net will lead them to do so without informing you. So handle this situation sensitively.

Misrepresentations Make the child aware that all that is on the Internet is not necessarily true. They should critically analyze information about sites, people and news that they come across on the net.

Educate your child Talk to the child about the perils of sharing personal data, images and financial information on the net with some real examples.

The most important step is to be involved in the child’s life on a day-to-day basis.

On a lighter note, I feel that we are presently in the era of apps.

Name anything and there is an app available for it. Soon there is going to be a movie called “Planet Of The Apps”. Till then, HAPPY PARENTING.

Digital childhood can do more good than harm if the parents can help their children create a balance

DO YOU KNOW? Accumulated negative content in the mind over the years will manifest as a mental or physical symptom. Whether depression, anxiety, aggression, fears is the inability of the mind/ body to handle the negative content.

Individuals don’t take a call when something upsets them and keep collecting layers till it manifests as some form of pathology. It is important to take action (whatever) as soon as discomfort is felt with a prevailing situation to avoid later pathology!

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KNOW YO U R CHILD

By: Meena Kapur Practising Psycho therapist

Parental influence: The kind of relationship a child has with his parent’s impacts the child’s attitudes to life and his future relationships. Parents to a great extent are responsible for the child’s emotional development.

The personality of a child is influenced by the emotional atmosphere at home. A child is not a problem, but becomes one. Parents who love their children enormously and do their best cannot imagine what goes wrong.

Communication with your child is of utmost importance. Very often as adults we are listening, but only partially, so we do not find the feelings or actual meaning behind the word communicated. We pick up mere words and automatically respond to them without picking up the feelings behind the words. A child’s feelings are very important and we as grownups pass over them very often. A mother may respond “you must have done something wrong.” Here the child is distressed that the mother responds in such a manner.

Something like “you must have felt hurt” serves better. The situation as such is not so important to the child. But understanding his feelings is most important.

If a child says, “my parents know exactly how I feel,” it is a real credit.

Temper tantrums are frequent. Here the parent has to understand what message the child is communicating. Parents tend to get very upset. A temper tantrum would be an attention-seeking device. Adults tend to loose their composure and especially so in the presence of guests. The methods usually adopted to tackle this problem are to pacify or threaten the child. Pacifying

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or bribing does not work. The child tends to repeat the story and the parent is only wasting their energy. Firmness in handling the child teaches the child “mother will not accept this nonsense.” Mother is very important to the child. Rewards should come as a surprise!

Promises kept to a child and not kept can be very harmful. The child builds unrealistic expectations and if not realised can lead to very negative feelings of anger or revenge in the child towards the parents.

Emotions have no logic. A child lives for the moment and therefore elaborate explanations have no real effect. To the child there are only two alternativesmother loves me or she doesn’t. Father cares for me or he doesn’t. The child’s mind usually does not reason things out. It is left at these 2 alternatives.

Another aspect that is important is how we praise or criticize the child. It is always better to praise the action rather than the person.

Criticism can be very destructive rather than constructive.

Words like ‘clumsy’, ‘you stupid idiot’ etc. are used by adults. Tempers are very high, sometimes parents shout and scream like the child himself/herself. We, as parents, have first to learn to control ourselves. Very often a child has referred to his mother as a ‘crazy woman’ or a ‘fisherwoman’.

Often parents tend to magnify small mistakes. If a child has lost a rubber a second time it is not a major catastrophe.

But sometimes, “money does not grown on trees” is totally uncalled for.

Treat the child as an individual and not as a toy.

Values are not taught to the child directly. They are inculcated through love and respect. The parents are models for the child.

Children must start learning responsibility in relation to their eating, clothes, homework etc. often the mother does everything for the child and then expects him to do things himself. Indeed a wrong expectation.

Dependency patterns in children make them inadequate and insecure adults.

Every child goes through a stage where he tells lies or steals. This is because he feels the truth would be unacceptable to the parents.

If you know your child is telling a lie, state the truth instead of asking questions.

A question provokes a child into telling more lies.

In the case of stealing, instead of preaching and telling him he will be punished by God, and that he has done something bad, it is much better and far simpler to say that it (what he stole) doesn’t belong to him and that he should give it back. It is of prime importance to build a child’s self-respect so that he can be an adequate, confident and secure individual.

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HOROSCOPES YOUR FORECAST FOR THE MONTH OF JULY 2015

THE YEAR AHEAD FOR CANCER

Happy Birth Anniversary! You have been going through some challenging times, and now, relief is about to appear! Anything you have been struggling with will receive a new path or dimension and it will be to your benefit. Health will improve with care and finances will be comfortable for most of the time.

(Please note: The guide uses Zodiac Signs according to date of birth, and not according to your Sun Sign, Moon Sign or Ascendant. There is no cusp.)

ARIES (March 21st-April 20th): You are very well-equipped to deal with the month of July.

There will be ups and downs a little sharper than previous months, but you are a champ, and right now, in full power. So go for anything you want. With proper care, health will be your own ally.

TAURUS (April 21st-May 20th): July may make you more sensitive to emotions, in general, and it could be a lovely period of exploration for you. Your nature has such good grounding that you will be able to absorb upheavals of most kinds, and come out shining. Meditation and visualisation will be healthful practices for you.

GEMINI (May 21st-June 20th): Your curious and sharp mind will have much avenues for exploration, this month. You will experience life like an exciting movie, and will be witness to people learning and rolling with events in various ways. That you will be part of much of it may also intrigue your senses. Care will benefit health. You may try new ways of looking after yourself.

CANCER (June 21st-July 21st): Much of what goes on around you this month will inform and excite you, and make you wonder at the vagaries of life.

You have a deep understanding of human needs, and this will help you deal with situations very well. However, it is not very easy to help others to understand situations, and you may need to exercise more patience than usual, if you want to attempt it.

For good health, follow a regime that appeals to you.

LEO (July 22nd-August 22nd): The month of July will be amazing in its riches for you, though it may initially appear a mixed fare. As the energetic person that you are, there will hardly be anything you cannot cope with. For your gratification, you will also see much of your own wisdom being appreciated and followed. Watch out for colds and congestions, and don’t ignore any fluctuations in your health.

VIRGO (August 23rd-September 22nd): While the month of July is intrinsically dramatic and deep, your formidable mental strength might make you a lighthouse in the dark for many others. Make sure you do not get caught

up in the intricacies that are there in all drama. Instead, look for the theme in the whole picture, and hold firmly on to it, so that you can make sense of all events. For good health, routines that you already know to be productive will benefit you.

LIBRA (September 23rd-October 22nd): Your wonderful ability to reach harmonious states will help you navigate this very emotionally rich month. Not only will you be able to hold yourself in a desirable state of calm, you will also be able to demonstrate calmness to others who are getting sucked into drama. If you find yourself directly involved in any sensitive issue, allow your innate desire for fairness to show you the way. Health will be better if you use grounding routines of care.

SCORPIO (October 23rd-November 22nd): In many ways, your emotional depths make you a veritable champion this month. You will be able to navigate deep messes and rocky coasts and bring many of your friends to shore, without getting carried away yourself. Your ability to understand emotions will be a universal anchor. Save yourself from conflicts, however, and take care of your respiratory health, above all.

SAGITTARIUS (November 23rd-December 21st): Sometimes, an adventurous spirit such as yours can be the only guiding light when too much is happening all around.

This month, your intrinsic fearlessness will help you separate chalk from cheese. Do also work on being calm, because nothing is going to last, however large it may seem at the moment. Good health lies in vigorous activities, but only when you feel like it.

CAPRICORN (December 22nd–January 19th): Since the tone of the month is of emotional drama, which may or may not be playing out in your own life, your own stable and practical perspective of life will offer much relief to you and people who associate with you. Your great capacity of learning lessons will reveal much to imbibe this month. Stay regularly active to keep up your spirits and enjoy good health.

AQUARIUS (January 20th–February 18th): You will need your considerable intelligence to make sense of the dramatic happenings this month. You amongst many, will be able to stay unaffected and in an observer mode. However, there will be huge revelations into the truth of things, and you wouldn’t want to miss that. So stay calmly engaged, rather than disengaging totally. Meditative practices will help you feel grounded and well.

PISCES (February 19th-March 20th): You, of all people, are excellently placed to make sense of things, where others flounder. This month’s events will affect you deeply, but also lead you to a greater understanding of life.

You will see yourself in everybody, but do be alert in protecting your boundaries. You certainly do not have to engage in other’s battles; however, your understanding of life can provide many with stable calmness. Physically energetic exercise routines stand to offer you better health this month.

MOHINI BASU is a Tarot Card reader, Hypnotherapist and Life Coach. She can be contacted on mohini.tarot@yahoo.com. Her website is theredfoxanddeerlady.wordpress.com.

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