Candid

Sketches

2012-01-16T22:02:00.000-08:00

Happiness

2011-11-16T00:55:00.000-08:00

To be able to eat what I want, to sleep peacefully and wake up with a smile on my face.

Work issues

2011-11-03T23:36:00.000-07:00

The heart may want what it wants -- but the brain knows what it knows! Let intellect dominate your decision-making process today and you should find that things make more sense in the long run.

Philosophical meanderings are perfect for your state of mind today -- and your great energy should help to ensure that you make some new inroads into an area of some importance to you.
You may feel somewhat overwhelmed by your workload -- or just your inbox -- and you need to do something about it. No fair just passing it all off on someone else, though! Roll up your sleeves and get to work.

The Laws of Power

2011-11-01T10:17:00.001-07:00

The Laws
1. Never outshine the master.
2. Never put too much trust in friends; learn how to use enemies.
3. Conceal your intentions.
4. Always say less than necessary.
5. So much depends on reputation. Guard it with your life.
6. Court attention at all costs.
7. Get others to do the work for you, but always take the credit.
8. Make other people come to you; use bait if necessary.
9. Win through your actions, never through argument.
10. Infection: avoid the unhappy and unlucky.
11. Learn to keep people dependent on you.
12. Use selective honesty and generosity to disarm your victim.
13. When asking for help, appeal to people's self-interests, never to their mercy or gratitude.
14. Pose as a friend, work as a spy.
15. Crush your enemy totally.
16. Use absence to increase respect and honor.
17. Keep others in suspended terror: cultivate an air of unpredictability.
18. Do not build fortresses to protect yourself. Isolation is dangerous.
19. Know who you're dealing with; do not offend the wrong person.
20. Do not commit to anyone.
21. Play a sucker to catch a sucker: play dumber than your mark.
22. Use the surrender tactic: transform weakness into power.
23. Concentrate your forces.
24. Play the perfect courtier.
25. Re-create yourself.
26. Keep your hands clean.
27. Play on people's need to believe to create a cultlike following.
28. Enter action with boldness.
29. Plan all the way to the end.
30. Make your accomplishments seem effortless.
31. Control the options: get others to play with the cards you deal.
32. Play to people's fantasies.
33. Discover each man's thumbscrew.
34. Be royal in your fashion: act like a king to be treated like one.
35. Master the art of timing.
36. Disdain things you cannot have: Ignoring them is the best revenge.
37. Create compelling spectacles
38. Think as you like but behave like others.
39. Stir up waters to catch fish.
40. Despise the free lunch.
41. Avoid stepping into a great man's shoes.
42. Strike the shepherd and the sheep will scatter.
43. Work on the hearts and minds of others.
44. Disarm and infuriate with the mirror effect.
45. Preach the need for change, but never reform too much at once.
46. Never appear perfect.
47. Do not go past the mark you aimed for; in victory, learn when to stop.
48. Assume formlessness.

To Do but never did

2011-11-01T10:14:00.000-07:00

Inside Mumbai

Haji ali – sardars pav bhaji – Mumbai central
Bade miya
Queens necklace
Bade Miya

• Phone: 22848038, 22851649
• Address: Tulloch Road, Apollo Bunder, Colaba , Mumbai
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• Landmark: Behind Hotel Taj Mahal
In and around Mumbai

Alibaug
Lonawala
Matheran
Kashid murud beach
Mahesh lunch home- fish-andheri / vile parle
Addresses:
Fort Branch: Mahesh Lunch Home, 8-B, Cawasji Patel Street, Mumbai - 400001.
Telephone No : (022) 22870938, 22023965. Fax No : (022) 22043365
Email : maheshlunchhome@gmail.com
Juhu Branch: Mahesh Lunch Home, Kings Apartment, Juhu Tara Road,
Next to Juhu Centaur, Mumbai-400049.
Phone No: (022) 66955559, 66955554, 65720059
Andheri Branch: Mahesh Lunch Home, Andheri kurla road,sakinaka,
Andheri (East), Mumbai-400072.
Phone No: (022) 28565560, 28565561, 28565562
Thane Branch: Mahesh Lunch Home, Vihang Palm Club, Opp. Raymonds,
Pokran rd. no.1, Thane (W)-400606.
Phone No: (022) 25441822 / 1616 / 5080.
Pune Branch: Mahesh Lunch Home, Ashoka Pavillion,
18 Ambedkar Road,Pune-411001.
Phone No: (020) 66032230, 66032231, 26133091

PUBS
Athena pub in colaba
J49 juhu
Enigma JWM-j w marriot
Copper chimney in phoenix – lower parel
Grand Maratha central

Mumbai Firsts

2011-11-01T10:10:00.000-07:00

25th October Tuesday
Left baroda @4 am morning and reached Mumbai BCT station- Mumbai central. Had lunch from Pearl restaurant. Shopped at R city mall for dress and saw a Harley Davidson upclose. And the driver too was yummy.
26th October Wednesday
Watched RA – One. Yuck.
Evening had same after burning crackers for diwali.
27th October Thursday went to Bandra to get a tattoo done – eye of horus me and luxmi- butterfly. Shopped for ug’s had veg sandwich by roadside.
Watched 7 senses in tamil- more bearable than Ra-0ne.
Night vodka and orange
28th October Friday rested and did some gymming. Explored by foot till kanjur marg station. Night vodka with cranberry. Getting too drunk for my own good.
29th October Saturday ordered Chinese for lunch. Stayed home for more gymming and swimming this time. Had dinner @ Pop tates- ghatkopar, baileys’s and vodka neat during happy hours – 6.45 pm to 7.00 pm. Grilled chicken in thai green curry, with chicken salad, starters fish sticks [ didn’t smell fishy at all- best fish I had].
30th October Sunday- Had a gr8 time with the kids.Woke up late and left for gym for 2 hours to give the lady of the house some peace and quiet and quality time with her man. Went to bandra station – too crowded after having lunch @ Lucky restaurant- chicken biryani, mutton fry, mutton biryani the best mughlai food.
31st October Monday – time to come back had a spa time at great eastern gardens and left for baroda at 8 pm after mcdonald’s dinner.

Real vs Surreal

2011-07-29T23:59:00.000-07:00

It seems as surreal as a dream, nothing has changed, it is the same as before. I dont exist for others and if I try to garner attention, it is the opposite of what I want.

Ghost

2011-07-11T01:50:00.000-07:00

As a kid,we were always scared or frightened to go to dark places for fear of facing the GHOST. An apparition, an unknown entity whose identity to this day in our adult hood remains a mystery. All our fears have been manifested in the belief that we are always vary of the things which we do not know of, of things which we do not understand.

As long as the doubt remains, we are happy in our world created by us with our set ideals and thoughts.

For example, a wife suspecting her husband of having an affair, is safe and secure in just the nagging doubt. But the day, her husband admits to having an affair her world crumbles.

The same goes for employees, as long as they the boss doesnt show them the pink slip, the employee works in the fear of

Heart-to-Heart

2011-06-24T23:40:00.000-07:00

The heart may want what it wants -- but the brain knows what it knows! Let intellect dominate your decision-making process today and you should find that things make more sense in the long run.

Philosophical meanderings are perfect for your state of mind today -- and your great energy should help to ensure that you make some new inroads into an area of some importance to you.
You feel somewhat overwhelmed by your workload -- or just your inbox -- and you need to do something about it. No fair just passing it all off on someone else, though! Roll up your sleeves and get to work.

Tips to handle criticism

2011-05-03T20:58:00.000-07:00

Summary: What do you do when you receive a performance review that is negative, less positive than you feel you deserved, or seems to be unfair, unrealistic, biased or disappointing? It's a tough situation. Here are seven ideas and tips to consider before you jump to any premature actions that may be damaging to you.

Q. “I wasn't happy with my last performance review. Should I dispute the review? Write a letter for my file? Talk to a lawyer? Or just let it go?”

A. Most professionals feel you should offer some kind of response. But whether to respond, and the way to respond, will depend on your company's culture, the unwritten message and your own career goals.

1. Assess your report in light of the company's culture.

In some cultures, anything but glowing praise will be viewed as negative. In others, tough reviews are the norm.

Often your boss will be expected to come up with at least one point of constructive criticism. After all, nobody walks on water. But if you're being attacked or unfairly criticized, you must explore further.

Sometimes you'll win more points by taking the review in stride than by fighting. But in some cultures, a single negative review means you need to start job-hunting right away.

2. Calculate your boss's strategy.

Sometimes your performance report has nothing to do with you or your performance. Your boss might honestly want to see you leave the company or make sure the next promotion goes to someone else.

Your boss may be a new hire who is still learning your company's culture. She may bring only good intentions.

Or maybe your boss wants to get your attention: he's dropped hints and you've ignored them. Or he wants to help you progress but doesn't know how to communicate tactfully.

3. Listen for unwritten messages.

Does your company have a category where a low score means you're headed for disaster? Does your boss try to tell you, “It's a great review!” when you know otherwise?

Suppose you've been getting terrific reviews - and now you get slammed with a truckload of criticism. Maybe you really did have a bad year. Or maybe there's an agenda you need to understand.

4. Get the facts without getting defensive.

Ask your boss to explain each criticism.

For example, if your boss said your project was delivered late, get dates and times. If you're criticized for interpersonal skills, ask for specific instances.

But give your boss a chance to save face.

Anyone can make mistakes. An overworked, harried boss can skimp on her own data collection. You can say, without confrontation, “My records show I managed six projects, not four. Can we go over this point?”

5. Delay your response.

Prepare your employees to be active and constructive participants in the performance appraisal process.

Performance appraisals work best when employees understand the process, prepare, and see the benefits of being engaged in it. Getting The Most From Performance Appraisals For Employees is meant to get employees ready.

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Ask for a second meeting, explaining calmly that you need time to think. Use the time to collect your backup file. Consider a consultation with an outsider: career coach, consultant, human resources professor - even a lawyer if the situation warrants.

Do not discuss your report or your decision to seek help with your peers. Ever.

6. Back up a rebuttal with facts, not emotion.

Assemble your own evidence of performance. Collect letters of appreciation, dates and times of project completion, statistics showing how you helped the company.

Often simply placing a rebuttal letter in your own file will defuse the impact of a negative evaluation. When you've had a strong track record, your company will ignore an occasional negative, unless there's a new agenda.

Your boss may be ordered to grade on the curve, i.e., assign some employees the “low” category even if everyone's doing great. And, being human, he may assign those ratings to those who are least likely to speak up. A strong, carefully written rebuttal will clarify your strength of purpose.

7. Avoid jumping to conclusions - or to a new job.

When clients ask, “Should I look for a new job?” my answer will be, “When you work for any organization, keep yourself marketable. Maintain your network. Identify reputable recruiters and build ties with them.”

It's rarely a good idea to share your career change plans with your colleagues or boss until you have a written offer in hand. And it's rarely a good idea to accept a counter-offer from your present company. (Over half the workers who accept a counter-offer are gone within six months, one way or another.)

But if your company wants to send a “Go Away!” message, they may be happy to give you a good reference that reflects your real contribution.

Cathy Goodwin, Ph.D., helps midlife professionals create small, medium and huge career changes, start a business or start over.

My second negative appraisal

2011-05-03T20:57:00.000-07:00

1.
How to Respond to a Negative Work Performance Review
* 1

Come prepared to evaluations and follow-up meetings. Mentally prepare for all possible outcomes: Envision how you will react in each situation. Make a note of your strengths and weaknesses, successes and failures. Should your personal assessment reveal areas that warrant criticism, you can meet that criticism with a positive attitude.
* 2

Listen carefully for both the verbal and nonverbal cues provided during your appraisal. Determine if the criticism is constructive or negative, and balanced with positive feedback. Consider the workplace culture: Does your employer use employee reviews to facilitate growth and communication, or do bad reviews mean job loss? Request clarification on issues you do not understand. Dig for more understanding; knowledge is power.
* 3

Assert your personal power with a confident attitude. Introducing your achievements can help to keep the focus positive for both you and the reviewer, when negativity escalates. Graciously accept responsibility for weak areas, and do not defend yourself. Responding with a positive attitude under pressure shows you are a professional and gains respect.
* 4

Transform constructive criticism into a tool you can use to improve weak areas. Inquire into ways you can improve your job performance: Request new opportunities for training and improvement to demonstrate your desire for continual learning. Create a plan demonstrating your commitment to growth, and follow up with your manager outlining your plan. Use your work review as a learning experience about yourself and your employer.
* 5

Consider following up with a request for resolution when the review is clearly unjustified. Asserting yourself with a positive attitude is the primary objective, but sometimes you have to get more assertive. "A lot of genuinely nice guys need to know to know how to flash a little fang when they need to. There are times when you have to growl", says Maggie Craddock, President of Workplace Relationships, Inc.

Do not lay all your cards on the table right now. State politely that you need more time to look over the appraisal. Take some time to think over the meeting before preparing an appeal.
* 6

Prepare an appeal. Document everything from the meeting onward as evidence. Gather work documents to help support your case. Prepare a self review and submit it along with your supporting documents, or simply use it as a tool for personal growth. Consider the work culture when deciding whether to approach a manager directly or whether to submit your appeal to the human resource department.

New

2011-05-03T20:55:00.001-07:00

Company Name :- Amrutanjan.

Designation :- Sales Executive

Location :- Vadodara

Education Qualification :- Any Graduate or Any Under Graduate will be considered. (H.S.C./12th, B.Com, B.Sc. etc.)

Experience :- Not required. (Fresher or with any kind of experience will be considered)

Salary :- 6600 CTC + DA Rs. 50/- for Local and Rs. 90/- for Up country + Mobile Bill Rs. 500/- + Incentive Extra

Change the way you look at world

2011-05-03T20:47:00.000-07:00

DO you hate your job and feel that you get paid much less than you deserve? Is there a subject you totally despise and hate studying? Is there someone who’s being rude and nasty to you all the time? And have you been wondering why it’s all that way? Maybe you should hear the story of the evil monster and the little boy.

The story goes that long, long ago there lived a monster in a tiny village. The villagers were all terrified of him, and felt their village was cursed to have such a creature living in their midst. Several men tried to fight the monster. One man attacked the monster with a sharp sword.

The monster grabbed the sword and almost magically pulled out another sword, twice as large, twice as sharp and cut the man into half. Another time, a villager set off with a large wooden club to hit the monster. The monster responded by slamming the man with a wooden club, twice as large as the one that the villager had. On another occasion, a villager tried to set the monster on fire. But the monster opened his mouth and spewed huge flames – that roasted the poor man.

Scared by these events the village folks gave up trying to fight the monster. They felt this was their lot, and they had to learn to live with it. And then one day a little boy said he would go and vanquish the monster. People were surprised, and despite their disbelief, went along to see the little boy take on the monster.

As the boy looked up at the giant, the monster just flared his nostrils and glared back. The little boy then took out an apple and offered it to the monster. The monster grabbed it, held it to his mouth, and then thrust his clenched fist in front of the boy. Bang! As the fist slowly opened, the people were astonished to see two delicious apples there. Twice as red and twice as large as the apple that the boy had offered.

The boy then took out a little earthen pot with some water and gave it to the monster. And the monster took that and responded by placing in front of the boy two urns made of gold, filled with delicious juice. The people were ecstatic. They suddenly realised that the monster was not a curse – but a boon to the village. The little boy smiled. And the giant just smiled back. While the story is centuries old, the monster is still around. In colleges, in the office, and in our lives. And it’s a good idea to remember the lessons from that story. Most of our problems appear that way because of the way we look at them. You get back what you give. Twice as much!

Is someone being rude to you? Maybe you need to change the way you behave with them. And no, don’t wait for them to change; you need to change first! At work too, if you go in to work, hating every moment, it’s unlikely that you’ll do a great job. If you don’t contribute, don’t expect to get paid a fat salary. You get what you give. Resolve today then to change. Love your job and give it everything you have. Be nice to the “Ms Nasty” in college. Look at Maths as a cool, fun subject. And you’ll discover that the evil monster is in fact a benevolent giant.

It’s significant that it took a little child to discover the true colours of the monster. Children don’t have preconceived notions. They believe the world is a wonderful place. It’s only as they grow up that the optimism vanishes, and negative conditioning sets in. Go on. Let the child in you take over. Look at everything you dread with fresh eyes – be it rude friends, tough subjects or lousy jobs. Maybe the monster is really a nice guy. Change the way you look at him. And see the difference!

Prakash Iyer is MD, Kimberly-Clark, and executive coach. He has recently authored a book titled 'The Habit of Winning'.

Tendency tendances

2011-05-03T20:45:00.000-07:00

This sudden change in my behavior is for me to protect myself and to defend myself.
She has got you to protect her and see that no one tramples her or uses her like a doormat or courier boy.
I don’t have and have never had that privilege.
So, I have to do this to protect myself, so that I don’t get treated like dirt.
This should have been done long before, but I did not have the courage.
If I don’t do this, you and she will be sending me to deposit cheques, collect things, and make eating arrangements just like an ordinary peon / office boy.
What I started doing out of love and with my heart , today I hold myself back, what if ultimately at the end of the day I am branded a slut, or an ordinary courier boy for all those little things that I did out of my way and out of my job / work profile.

Maths

2010-09-02T21:38:00.000-07:00

How do you calculate a percentage change from one number to another?

Answer
Percentage change between two numbers A & B can be calculated as:
(B-A)/A * 100
For example, if a stock price increases in value from $123 to $145 the percentage increase is:
(145-123)/123 * 100 = 22/123 * 100 = 0.179*100 = 17.9%
Alternatively, if a stock price decreases in value from $145 to $123 the percentage decrease is:
(123-145)/145 * 100 = -22/145 * 100 = -0.152*100 = -15.2%
Percentage change has the formula of the change divided by the original amount multiplied by 100.

But many people get confused with these questions so use common sense to sanity check the answer that you come up with!

So if you are told you start with 10 apples and eat 2, then are asked what the percentage change is, then you know the calculation you need to do.

Many people do this calculation:

It is 10 - 2 which is 8, divided by the original, which is 10, * 100 = (.8) * 100 or 80%

But that is not working out the percentage change, it is working out what percentage 8 apples is of 10 apples.

The percentage change is simply 2 / 10 * 100, or 20%.

FATE & DESTINY

2010-05-10T23:00:00.000-07:00

It's a good time for you to practice quieting your emotions when they get riled up. It will be way too easy for you to fly off the handle, but if you slow down and count to ten, things can get a lot better.
Why can’t I lie about my feelings?. Is it so difficult to allow myself the liberty to really feel the way I feel.

All I ever wanted was to be treated the way I treat someone- out of love, respect, care.
This has been the ultimate shock of my life, I am just as wary of being so close to anyone , but all along I have been betrayed by the one I trusted the most or the one I loved the most.
Manipulation was never my game. It never appealed to my ethical side to play games and make people revolve my life and do things for me out of sympathy and just plain case of association.
If that were the case, I would have built a mind boggling network of people who would do anything for me just by me telling them.

But here the case seems to be different, just when I thought I would never have to say anything to anyone or really make them sit through my emotions – the person gets up and say I am made of stone. My heart doesn’t feel emotions. This when I spent the whole time listening to their laments. Why is it that it is I who always am at the DOCK.

Is it really ME, who is being the bad person or the people who are expecting too much from me without giving anything in return.

Wavelength

2010-04-30T22:55:00.000-07:00

This is how i felt always when I entered the job arena, every job that i do is the kind of quality work that I always aspire for. The ideals that I have are really shining through in my work right now, and I am able to attract high-quality people of like minds to your side with ease. This is one big score over others, since i diligently worked on this for a long time. The one thing I have always kept in mind and consciously followed all through my career is to keep the lines of communication open and respond without judgment.

Communication Skills

2010-04-20T21:03:00.001-07:00

Take a short break from the grind and consider how you can make little changes that will have profound effects on how you and your customers interact. You may need to simplify things to improve communication.

Advait Raj

2010-04-11T09:40:00.003-07:00

Expecting good news from place so far!!Waiting with baited breath for that special person in our family!!!!

With arms wide open

2010-04-11T09:40:00.001-07:00

Well i just heard the news today, it seems like my life is gonna change. With arms wide open, under the sunlight, welcome to this place. Well I dont know whether I am ready to be the person I need to be. I'll show you everything. With arms wide open, now everything has changed, I'll show you Love, i'll show you everyth...ing.If I have just one wish, just one life- I hope he is not like me.

Holy Moly

2010-04-11T09:38:00.000-07:00

The girl name Kavita comes from the Indian word which means, "Poetry." Numerological Meaning-People with this name tend to be natural leaders, self-sufficient, and ambitious. They generally want to make their own decisions in life and are not afraid to take charge or manage a situation. It is important for them to avoi...d extremes of bossiness or shyness. They tend to be too impulsive.

US, UK, Dubai, Singapore, Malaysia

2010-04-03T00:11:00.000-07:00

Options galore!!but maybe its too late to travel to new shores in search of the elusive. But - is it just me or someone else or something stopping me from trying to push the envelope and cross limits i set for myself.

I remember when I was younger - i was very scared to think i can never live alone or take care of myself. I always thought i needed someone or something to hold me down or take care of me. But now i am more open to new ideas, new avenues and ways of getting a better life.

Being the eldest in the family should'nt it be me who shows the way to my siblings. But thats not that the way - I am learning things from them that i otherwise would not have known or understood.

Well.. forget egos and rotten eggs in the basket, time to breath fresh and think BIG.

Day 28

2010-03-28T02:42:00.000-07:00

365 days in a year
300 working days in a year
285 real working days in a year
48 sundays in a year
todat being one of them
15 official holidays in a year
and i took just 3 days off in the whole year
What I am turning into??
Pickled soup with vinegar thats how life tastes like after such a long long week.

2010-03-28T02:30:00.000-07:00

Shanti Mantra – Om Sahana Vavatu
Om Sahana Vavatu Sahanau Bhunaktu
Sahaveeryam Karavavahai
Tejas Vinavati Tamastuma vidhwishavahai
Om Shanti Shanti Shantihi
Translation:
May He protect both of us. May He nourish both of us.
May we both acquire the capacity (to study and understand the scriptures).
May our study be brilliant. May we not argue with each other. Om peace, peace, peace.
Ganesha Shlokams
Shuklambara Dharam Vishnum
Shashivarnam Chatur Bhujam
Prasanna Vadanam Dhyayet
Sarva Vignopa Santaye
Translation:
Lord Vigneshwara, who wears a white garment, who is all pervading, who has a bright complexion (like a full moon), who has four hands (representing all power), who has an ever-smiling face, upon that deity I meditate, for the removal of all obstacles.
Sri Vakratunda Mahakaaya
Koti-soorya samaprabha
Nirvighnam kuru me Deva
Sarva-karyeshu Sarvadaa
Translation:
O, Lord Ganesha of the curved trunk and massive body, the one whose splendor is equal to millions of Suns, please bless me to that I do not face any obstacles in my endeavors

Guru Shlokam
Gurur Brahma Gurur Vishnu
Gurur Devo Maheshvarah
Guru Shakshat Param Brahma
Tasmai Sri Gurave Namah
Translation:
Know The Guru To Be Brahma Himself. He Is Vishnu.
He Is Also Shiva. Know Him To Be The Supreme Brahman, And Offer Thy Adoration Unto That Peerless Guru.
Saraswathi Shlokams
Saraswathi Namastubhyam
Varade Kamarupini
Vidyarambam Karishyami
Siddhir Bhavatu Me Sada
Translation:
O Goddess Saraswathi; salutations to you, the giver of boons, the one who fulfills desires.
I shall begin my studies. May there always be accomplishment for me.
Vishnu Shlokam
Shanta Karam Bhujaga Shayanam
Padmanabham Suresham
Vishvadharam Gagana Sadrsham
Megha Varnam Shubhangam
Lakshmi Kantam Kamala Nayanam
Yogibhir Dhyana Gamyam
Vande Vishnum Bhava Bhaya Haram
Sarva Lokaiaka Natham
Translation:
I adore Vishnu, the embodiment of Peace, who sleeps on the serpent,
Whose naval is the lotus of the Universe
Who is the Lord of the Gods, who is the support of the Universe, Who is in the form of Space (the Omnipresent)
Whose color resembles that of clouds, Whose body is auspicious
Who is the Lord of Lakshmi, whose eyes are like lotuses
Who is attainable by Yogis through meditation
Who is the destroyer of the fear of birth and death
And who is the One Lord of all the Worlds
Maha-Mrityumjaya Shlokam
Om Trayambakam Yajamahe
Sugandhim Pushtivardhanam
Urva-rukamiva Bhandhanaat
Mrityor-mukshiya ma amritat
Om Klim Nama Shivaya
Om Shanthi Shanthi Shanthihi
Translation:
We worship the three-eyed One (Lord Shiva), Who is fragrant and Who nourishes all beings;
may He liberate me from death, for the sake of Immortality, even as the cucmber is severed from its bondage of the vine. Om Peace, Peace, Peace
Navagraha Shlokam
Om Namah Sooryaya Chandraya Mangalaya Budhaya Cha
Guru Shukra Shanibhyascha Raahave Ketave Namo Namaha
Translation:
My Salutations to Soorya (Sun), Chandra (Moon), Mangala (Mars) and Budha (Mercury).
I also salute Guru (Jupiter), Shukra (Venus), Shani (Saturn) as well as Rahu and Ketu.
Devi/Durga Shlokam
Sarva-mangala-mangalye Shive Sarvaartha-sadhake
Sharanye Trayambake Gauri Narayani Namostute
Translation:
The one who is the auspiciousness of all that is auspicious (sarvamangalamangalye), the consort of Siva (Sive),
who is the means of accomplishing all desires sarvarthasadhake), who is the refuge of all (saranye),
the three eyed one(tryambake),the fair complexioned one(Gouri), Salutations to you, Narayani(narayani namostute).
Annapoorna Shlokam
Annapoorne Sada poorne, Shankara Pranavallabhe
Gyana Vairagya Sidyartham, Bhikshaam Dehi cha Parvati
Mata cha Parvati Devi, Pita Devo Maheswarah
Baandava Shiva Bhaktyascha, Svadeso Bhuvanatrayam
Translation:
O Annapurna, Who art ever full, the beloved life-force of Lord Sankara (Shive, O’ Parvathi – grant me alms that I be firmly established in Knowledge and Renunciation.
Mother is shakti, father is shiva, relatives are the devotees of shiva and own country is all the three worlds
Lakshmi Shlokam
Ya Devi Sarva Bhooteshu Lakshmi Roopena Samsthita
Namastasyai Namastasyai Namastasyai Namo Namaha
Translation:
Salutations again and again to the Devi who abides in all beings in the form of good fortune.
Hanuman shlokams
Buddhir Balam Yasho Dhairyam
Nir Bhayatvam Arogata
Ajatyam Vak Patutvam Cha
Hanumat Smaranat Bhavet
Manoj-avam Maruti Tulya Vegam
Jitendriyam Bhudhi-mataam Varishtam
Vaataatmajam Vaanara-yoota-mukhyam
Sri Ramadootam Sharanam Prapadye OR Sri Ramadootam Shirasaa Namami
Translation:
I surrender to Hanuman, the messenger of Lord Rama, whose speed is as swift as the mind and as swift as the wind,
who has controlled his sense organs and is the most intelligent among the intelligent ones; who is the son of Vayu and the chief of the monkey tribe.
Prabhata shlokam (Morning Shloka)
Karagre Vasate Lakshmi
Kara Mule Saraswathi
Kara Madhye Tu Govindah
Prabate Kara Darshanam
Translation:
On the tip of your fingers is Goddess Lakshmi; on the base of your fingers is Goddess Sarasvati;
in the middle of your fingers is Lord Govinda. In this manner, look at your palm
Other shlokas
Brahmaarpanam Brahma Havir
Brahmagnau Braahmanaa Hutam
Brahmaiva Tena Gantavyam
Brahma Karma Samadhina
Translation:
Any means of offering is Brahman, the oblation is Brahman, the fire in which the offering is made is Brahman, and the one who offers is Brahman. Such a person who abides in Brahman indeed gains Brahman
Namochcharan
Asato Ma Sadgamaya
Tamaso Ma Jyotir gamaya
Mrityorma Amritam gamaya
Om Shanti Shanti Shantihi
Translation:
Lead me (by giving knowledge) from the unreal to the real; from darkness (of ignorance) to the light (of knowledge); from death (sense of limitation) to immortality (limitless liberation)
Tvameva Mata Cha Pita Tvameva
Tvameva Bandhuscha Sakha Tvameva
Tvameva Vidya Dravinam Tvameva
Tvameva Sarvam mama Deva Deva
Translation:
O Supreme Lord (deva-dev, Master of all demigods), You are our mother, father, brother, and friend.
You are the knowledge and You are the only wealth. You are our everything.
Kaayenavaacha Manasendriyerva
Budhyadmanava Prakrite Swabhavat
Karomi Yadyat Sakalam Parasmai
Narayanayeti Samarpayami
Translation:
Unto Lord Narayana, I dedicate all the acts that I perform with my body, speech, mind, senses and
intellect that are born of deliberation and natural tendencies.
Devi shlokams
Maanikya-veenam Upalaalayanteem
Madaalasaam Manjula-vagvilaasaam
Maahendra-neela-dyuti Komalaangeem
Maatanga-kanyaam Manasaa-smaraami
Translation:
She who plays a Veena* of emerald,
She who is tired with activity,
She who can talk honeyed words,
She who is beautiful,
She who is the daughter of Matanga*,
She who is pretty beyond compare,
I meditate on Thee.

*Veena- a musical instrument
*Matanga- A sage of ancient times
Chaturbhuje Chandra-kalavathamse
Kuchonathe Kumkuma-raga-shone
Pundreshu Pashaankusha Pushpabaana Haste
Namaste Jagatega Mataha
Translation:
Oh, you with the four arms, wearing the digit of the moon,
With raised breasts, whost face is the color of kumkum,
Holding the bow of sugar cane, the pasa, the ankusa and the five flower arrows
I bow down to you, who are the One Mother of the Universe
NAMAAVALI (Different names)
LORD GANESHA
Om sumukaaya namah
Om ekadantaaya namah
Om kapilaaya namah
Om gajakarnakaaya namah
Om lambodaraaya namah
Om vikataaya namah
Om vignarajaaya namah
Om ganaati paaya namah
Om dhoomra ketave namah
Om gana dhyakshaaya namah
Om phala chandraaya namah
Om vakrathundaaya namah
Om skanda poorvajaya namah
Om soorpa karnaaya namah
Om he rambhaaya namah
Om gajananaaya namah
Om sri mahagnapataye namah
Om shanthi shanthi shanthihi
LORD VISHNU
Om achutaaya namah
Om ananthaaya namah
Om govindaaya namah
Om kesavaaya namah
Om trivikramaaya namah
Om narayanaaya namah
Om vamanaaya namah
Om madhavaaya namah
Om sreedharaaya namah
Om hrishikesaaya namah
Om vishnave namah
Om padmanabhaaya namah
Om madhusoodanaaya namah
Om damodharaaya namah
Om sri haraaya namah
Om shanthi shanthi shantihi
tvameva mata cha pita tvameva, tvameva bandhuscha sakha tvameva, tvameva vidya dravinam tvameva, tvameva sarvam mama deva deva - [ You are our mother, father, brother, and friend. You are the knowledge and You are the only wealth. You are our everything.]
asatho ma sadgamaya, thamaso ma jyothirgamaya, mruthyorma amrathangmya, Lead me towards truth from untruth Lead me towards light from darkness Lead me towards immortality from Death
Origianl sanskrit verse : Karmanye Vadhikaraste Ma Phaleshu Kadachana, Ma Karma Phala Hetur Bhurmatey Sangostva Akarmani- "You have a right to perform your prescribed action,but you are not entitled to the fruits of your action.Never consider yourself the cause of the results your activities,and never be associated to not doing your duty."
Aum Bhur Bhuvah Swah, Tat Savitur Varenyam
Bhargo Devasya Dhimahi, Dhiyo Yo Nah Prachodayat

A basic translation can be given as...
Oh God, the Protector, the basis of all life, Who is self-existent, Who is free from all pains and Whose contact frees the soul from all troubles, Who pervades the Universe and sustains all, the Creator and Energizer of the whole Universe, the Giver of happiness, Who is worthy of acceptance, the most excellent, Who is Pure and the Purifier of all, let us embrace that very God, so that He may direct our mental faculties in the right direction.
Sri Ram Stuti - Tulsidas
Shriramachandra kripalu bhaju man haran bhavabhai darunam,
Navakanja-loochana, kanjamukhqa, kara kanja pada kanjarunam.

Kandarpa aganita amit chavinava neel-neerada sundaram,
Pata peet manahu tadita ruchi shuchi noimi, janaka sutavaram.

Bhaju deenbandhu dinesh danav-daitya-vansha-nikandanam,
Raghunand anandakand koshalachand dasharath-nanadanam.

Sira mukuta kundala tilaka charu udaru anga vibhushanam,
Aajaanubhuja shara-chaapa-dhara, sangrama-jita-khara dushanam.

Iti vadati tulasidasa shankara-sesha-muni-mana-ranjanam,
Mama hridai kanja-nivaasa kuru, kaamaadi khala-dala-ganjanam.

Manu jaahni raacheu milihi so baru sahaj sundar savaro,
Karuna nidhaan sujaan seelu sanehu jaanat raavaro.
Yahi bhanti gouri asees suni sia sahit hian harshin ali,
Tulasi bhavanih pooji puni puni mudit man mandir chali.
Aadi Divya Jyothi Mahaa Kaali Maa Namo
Devi Shakthi Mahaa Shakthi Kaali Maa Namo

Kaali Maa Namo, Sathya Sai Maa Namo
Shringa Shaila Vaasini Kaali Maa Namo

Sankata Haarini Mangala Kaarini Kaali Maa Namo
Kaali Maa Namo, Sathya Sai Maa Namo
(Oh Eternal, Effulgent Divine Light, Great Goddess Kaali, Oh Great Power, dweller of the snow-clad mountain tops, You have guarded us against pain and misery; You have brought auspiciousness into our lives. You are called by the name Kaali. You are also called by the name Sai. We bow to Thee, Divine Mother Sai.)

Akhilaandeshwari Amba Parameshwari
Sakala Jagat Ko Paalaya Maa
Sab Sukha Daayini Kashta Nivaarini
Vibhuda Vilaasini Paalaya Maa
Paalaya Maa Sai Paalaya Maa (2)

(Oh Goddess of the universe, please protect the whole world. You are the Goddess who gives mankind its happiness. You are the Goddess who removes pain and misery from all living creatures. You are the all-pervading Goddess. Protect us Mother. )

Amba Manda Haasa Vadani Manohari Sai Jagat Janani
Matha Matha Matha Jagat Janani
Jagat Janani Shubha Karini
Sathya Sai Jagan Matha

(Worship the auspicious Mother of the Universe, Mother Sai and Amba who has an enchanting face with a charming smile.)

Amba Parameshwari Akhilaandeshwari
Aadi Para Shakti Palayamaam
Tribhuvaneshwari Raajaraajeshwari
Ananda Roopini Paalayamaam

(Oh Goddess Amba (Parvati) Oh Divine Mother of the entire creation! Oh Queen of the Universe! Thy form is bliss. Thou art the nourisher, sustainer and protector.)

Amba Shankari Sashi Shekhari Parameshwari Amba
Sarveshwari Jagadeeshwari Parameshwari Amba
Sundari Guna Manjari Shiva Shankari Amba
Kaadambari Shwetambari Hari Sodari Amba

(Oh Mother, Consort of Shankar, Giver of Bliss, Thou art the universal Mother Thou art the Cause of all and Queen of this world, Oh Mother Beautiful beyond words, Thou art the Repository of all traits and dearest to Lord Shiva Universal Effulgence emanates from You and being the ultimate Power, You are clad in brilliant white The Sister of Hari, Oh Mother of the universe, Oh Mother!) sai

Ambey Bhavani Maa Jai Ambey Gauri Sai Maatha
Kasht Nivaaro Maiyya Bhakth Janonke
Sankatahaarani Maa Jai Ambey Gauri Sai Maatha
Kasht Nivaaro Maiyya Bhakt Janonkey
Parthipuri Sai Maa Jai Ambey Gauri Sai Maatha
Prem Bhaav Sey Pooja Karey Theree

(Victory to Mother Bhavani, Mother Sai. We pray to You with love. Kindly remove the difficulties of Your devotees, Oh Mother)

Ambey Janani Abhiraami
Abhayapradaayini Shiva Kaami
Ambey Janani Abhiraami
Shaambhavi Shankari Sarveshwari
Shaantha Swaroopini Shiva Shankari
Sathya Swaroopini Sai Maatha
Shaashwatha Ananda Daayini Maatha

(Hey Mother Ambe (Parvathi); The One who gives protection, Parvathi; Shambhavi, Shankari (Appellations of Parvathi), the supreme Goddess; The embodiment of peace, Parvathi; The embodiment of Truth, Mother Sai; The Mother who bestows ever lasting happiness)

Ashta Bhujangini Divya Swaroopini Kaali Kapaalini Maa Duritha Nivarini Bhava Bhaya Harini Mangalakaarini Maa Janani Shubha Janani Parthi Pureeshwari Shankari Maa (2x)

(Oh heavenly beauty, Goddess Durga, with eight arms, Mother Kaali, Kapaalini! You always help us quickly overcome our problems. You have encouraged us to overcome the fear of existence and getting entangled in the endless cycle of births and deaths. You have always brought auspiciousness into our lives. Oh Mother, Oh Divine Mother, Goddess of Puttaparthi (we adore You).)

Bhajorey Maa Bhajorey Maa
Bhajorey Bhaja Mana Sai Maa
Bhajorey Saraswathi Shankari Maa
Bhajorey Chandi Maheshwari Maa
Parvathi Bhava Bhaya Haarini Maa
Pankaja Lochani Sai Maa

(Oh Mind! Worship the Lotus-eyed Mother Sai, Destroyer of evil, fear and bondage of birth and death. Goddess Saraswati - bestower of knowledge.)

Bhajorey Sada Bhajo Durga Bhavaani
Bhava Bhaya Bhanjani Sai Bhavaani
Bhajorey Sada Bhajo Durga Bhavaani
Mahishaasur Mardani Bhavaani
Dayaa Sagari Hey Jagajanani

(Always worship Mother Durga Bhavani. She is the destroyer of fear and cycle of birth and death. She is slayer of demon Mahisasur. Oh Mother of the Universe! Thou art full of mercy)

Dayaa Karo Hey Poorna Jyothirmayi
Shiva Shakti Mayi Krupaa Karo
Brahma Sanaathani Dayaa Karo
Anthar Jyoti Jalao Sai
Brahma Sanaathani Dayaa Karo
Shivashakthi Mayi Krupaa Karo
Deena Dayaamayi Patheetha Paavani
Shree Jaga Janani Rakshaa Karo

(Have mercy, Oh Lord - the One full of effulgence; Have kindness, Oh Lord - the One with Shiva's powers; Have mercy, Oh eternal Brahman; Sai, please light my inner lamp; Have mercy, Oh eternal Brahman; Have kindness, Oh Lord - the one with Shiva's powers, The One with compassion, the One with the powers to salvage the fallen, Oh Mother of the Universe, please protect us!)

Dehi Sharanam Simha Vaahini
Dehi Sharanam Asura Vinaashini
Dehi Sharanam Bhava Bhaya Haarini
Dehi Sharanam Hari Naaraayani
Dehi Sharanam Brahma Sanaatani
Dehi Sharanam Sai Naaraayani

(Grant me protection: Oh Goddess Durga, Whose vehicle is Lion; Oh destroyer of demons! Oh destroyer of fear of cycle of birth and death! Oh Consort of Lord Narayana! Oh Infinite One! Oh Sai Naaraayani!)

Devi Sai Maa Devi Saraswathi Maa
Durga Bhavaani Maa Kaali Kapaalini Maa
Jagadoddhaarini Maa Sai Dayaakari Maa

(Worship mother Sai who is none other than Saraswathi, Durga, Bhavani, Kali and Kapalini. She is the merciful One who frees us from the endless cycle of births and deaths and lets us finally merge into Her.)

Devi Bhavaani Maa Sai Bhavaani Maa
Parthi Nivaasini Jaganmaata
Deena Dayaakari Parama Kripaakari (2)
Hey Jaga Vandini Maata
Mangala Kaarini Moksha Vidhaayini
Deena Samrakshini Maata

(Oh Mother Bhavani, Oh Mother Sai, dweller of Puttaparthi, Oh kind and compassionate One, adored by one and all, doing good all the time, conferring liberation to everyone, protecting the meek and forlorn, Oh universal Goddess, we bow to Thee.)

Durgati Nashini Durga Jai Jai
Kaala Vinashini Kaalini Jai Jai
Uma Rama Sarvaani Jai Jai
Seetha Radha Rukmini Jai Jai
Jai Jai Jai Hari Narayana Jai
Jai Jai Gopeejana Vallabha Jai Jai
Bhaktha Vatsala Sai Naathha Jai Jai

(Victory to Goddess Durga, who destroys misfortunes and distress. Victory to Goddess Kali, who is destroyer of death (time). Victory to Goddess Uma, Seetha, Radha and Rukshamani. Victory to Lord Sainath, who is affectionate, tender and loving towards devotees)

Durgey Jaya Durgey Durgey Jaya Sai Matha
Durgey Jaya Durgey Durgey Sai Maa
Karuna Saagari Maa
Kaali Kapaalini Maa
Jagadoddharini Maa
Durgey Jaya Jai Maa
Jaya Durgey Sai Maa

(Victory to Thee, Oh Goddess Durga (Parvathi)! Oh Mother Sai, Victory to Thee! Thou art the ocean of mercy; Mother Thou art Kali (Parvathi) wearing a garland of skulls; Mother, Thou art the uplifter of the Universe! Mother, Victory to Thee, Oh Durga; Victory to Thee, Oh Mother Sai!)

Gaanapriye Sai Karunaamayi
Kaadambari Amba Karthyaayini
Hari Vallabhe Sukha Daayini
Omkara Roopini Narayini
Bhuvaneshwari Jaganmohini
Shree Chakra Vaasini Sayeeshwari

(Oh Sai, the lover of music, the compassionate One! Oh Mother, Kadambari, Kaarthyayini (different names for Parvathi)! Oh Mother You are the consort of Hari (Vishnu), the bestower of happiness! Oh Narayani, You are the primal form of Om! You are the Goddess of the world, Jaganmohini (One who beautifies the world) Oh Sayeeshwari (the Shakthi aspect of Sai), the One living in Sri Chakra!)

Durga Bhajans

Hey Amba Hey Amba Hey Amba Bol
Eeshwara Sat Chitta Ananda Bol
Saamba Sada Shiva Saamba Sada Shiva Saamba Sada Shiva
Bol Paalaka Preraka Satpathi Bol
Amba Amba Jaya Jagadamba Akhilaandeshwari Jaya Jagadamba

(Sing "Oh Mother, Oh Mother, Oh Mother"; Sing "Lord, Existence, Awareness. Bliss Absolute"; Sing "Eternally Auspicious One"; Sing "Protector, Inspirer and Lord of All"; Hail to Mother, the Mother of the world; Hail to the Mother of the entire Universe )

Hey Chinmayee Sai Janani
Maatha Jaganmayi Sai Janani
Thathwa Brahma Mayi Sai Janani
Paraathparaamayi Sai Janani
Shiva Shakthimayi Sai Janani
Nithyaanandmayi Sai Janani

(Hey Mother, the One who captivates the mind, Oh Mother Sai who captivates the world, Thou art the embodiment of the creation itself, Oh Mother Sai, the all pervading effulgent One. You are endowed with the power of Shiva, Oh Mother Sai; You are ever immersed in supreme Bliss)

Hey Rambha Janani Shree Sai Janani
Bhavaani Jagadambe Maa Bhavaani Jagadambe Maa
Tribhuvana Paalini Hey Karunaamayi Uma Shaaradaamba
Raksha Karo Sai Maa

(Oh Mother, Oh Sai Bhavani, Jagadambe (all appellations of the Supreme Mother, the feminine aspect of Godhead), You protect the three worlds; You have supreme compassion. Oh Uma, Sharada (different names for Parvathi), please protect us)

Jagadambikey Jai Mano Mani
Karunya Nilaye Kaadambari
Amba Karunya Nilaye Kaadambari
Karuna Kari Amba Parmeshwari
Mohan Roopa Mayi Jagadeeshwari

(Victory to Mother Amba, Mother of Universe. Chant the name of Mother Saraswati (Kadambari: Goddess who moves about in Kadamba vana), who is embodiment of compassion; Mother Amba Mother of Universe, who is enchanting and mericful.)

Jagadodhaarini Maa Vishwavilaasini Maa
Sthirasukha Daayini Maa
Jaya Jagadeeshwari Jaya Parameshwari
Jaya Partheeswari Parvathi Maa
Jagadodhaarini Maa Vishwavilasini Maa
Parthipureeswari Parvathi Maa
Bhava Bhaya Haarini Bhairavi Maa
Shambavi Maa Gauri Maa
Jaya Bhuvaneshwari Jaya Jagadeeshwari
Jaya Partheeshwari Parvathi Maa

(Hey Mother, the One who uplifts the world, The One who illumines the whole world, The One who bestows ever lasting happiness, Victory to Thee, Goddess of the world, Victory to Thee, the One whose abode is at Puttaparthy, Oh Mother Parvathi, Thou art the dispeller of the cycle of birth and death, Victory to You, Bhairavi, Shambhavi, Gauri (all are differenet names for Parvathi) Maa, victory to Thee! Victory to Thee Parvathi, whose abode is at Puttaparthi)

Jagadodhaarini Matha Durga Jagadodhaarini Maa
Jaago Jaago Maa, Jaago Jaago Maa, Jaago Jaago Maa, Jananee
Hey Durga Devi Rana Chandi Devi Hey Shiva Ramana Jaago Ma
Hey Shiva Ramana Jaago Ma
Jaago Jagadodhaarini Ma

(This is a "Praana-prathistaapana" song. The Deity has been sculptured in clay, dried, draped in the finest silk garments, decked with gold and diamond jewelry and placed in the shrine. Before beginning formal worship, devotees chant the "Prana- prathishtapana" song and pray " Goddess Mother, we have prepared the clay statuette. Please infuse it with Your presence. Please breath life into it and make it wake up and come to life" The meaning of the song is: Mother, uplifter of the universe, please wake up. Durga, chandi, consort of Lord Shiva, please make the image wake up into a living vibrant You.)

Jay Adhya Shakti Aarti
Jay Adhya shakti Maa jay Adhya shakti
Akhand brahmand dipavya, padve pragatya Maa
Om jayo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Dritiya be swarup Shivshakti janu(2)
Brahma Ganapati gaau(2) har gaau har Maa....Om jayo jayo

Dritiya be swarup Shivshakti janu(2)
Brahma Ganapati gaau(2) har gaau har Maa....Om jayo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Tritiya tran swarup tribhuvan ma betha(2)
Trayasthaki Tarveni(2) tu Tarveni Maa....Om jayo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Chothe chatura Mahalaxmi Maa sachra char vya pyya(2)
Chaar bhuja choudisha(2)pragatya dakshin Maa...Om jayo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Panchami panch rushi panchmi gun padma(2)
Panch sahastra tya sohiye(2) Panche tatvo Maa..Om jayo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Shashthi tu Narayani Mahisasur maryo(2)
Narnari na roope(2) vyapya saghde Maa....Om jayo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Sapta mi sapta patal sandhya Savitri(2)
Gau Ganga Gayatri(2) Gauri Geeta Maa....Om jayo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Ashthami ashth bhuja aayi ananda(2)
Sunivar munivar janamya(2) Dev daityo Maa....Om jayo jayo Maa jagdambe...

Navmi nav kul naag seve Nav Durga(2)
Navratri na poojan Shivratri na archan kidha har Brahma..Om jayo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Dashmi dash avtaar jay Vijyadashmi(2)
Rame Ram ramadya(2)_Ravan rodyo Maa....Om jayo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Ekadashi agiyarash katyayanika Maa(2)
Kaam Durga Kalika(2) Shyaama ne Raama....Om jayo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Baarse bara roop Bahuchari Ambe Maa(2)
Batuk bhairav sohiye bal bhairav sohiye taara chhe tuj Maa....Om jayo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Terse tulja roop tame Taruni Maata(2)
Brahma Vishnu sada Shiv(2) gun tara gata....Om jayo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Chaudashe chuda roop Chandi Chamunda(2)
Bhhav bhakti kai aapo, chaturai kai aapo Sihwahani Maata....Om jayo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Pooname kumbh bharyo sambhadjo karuna(2)
Vashishtha deve wakhanya, Markand deve wakhanya gaaye shubh kavita....Om jayo jayo Maa jagdambe...

Savant sole satavan solse baavis Maa(2)
Savant sole pragatya(2) revane tire Maa Ganga ne tire....Om jayo jayo Maa jagdambe...

Trambavati nagari Maa Roopavati nagari(2)
Sol sahastra tya sohiye(2) Kshma karo Gauri Maa daya karo Gauri....Om jayo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Shiv Shakti ni aarti je bhaave gashe(2)
Bhane Shivanand Swami(2) Sukh smapati thaashe har Kailashe jase, Maa amba dukh harse Ma aashapuri aasha purse....Om jayo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Bhaav na janu, Bhakti na Janu, Nav janu seva(2)
Balak tara sarne, Avichal-Pad leva.. Om jayo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Ekme ek swarup, antar nav dharso(2)
Bhura Ambe ma ne bhajata(2) Bhavsagar tarso.. Om jyo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Chund-di laal gulal, sobha bahu sari(2)
Aangad kunkad nache, jai bahucharwali... Om jyo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Thade bharyo parsad, padli pad-meva(2)
Dhup-dip tulsi fal(2) Raji raho mata... Om jyo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Have vinanti ek maiya tum charne(2)
Mane nirantar rakho, Baalak tuj sarne... Om jyo jayo Maa jagdambe....

AA aarti no mahima sunivar muni jane(2)
Manvanchit fal aapo(2) Dukhda sau kaapo.. Om jyo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Jay Adhya shakti Maa jay Adhya shakti
Akhand brahmand ni paavya, padve pragatya Maa
Om jayo jayo Maa jagdambe....

Bolo shree ambe maat ni... Jai!!!

Here is the Spiritual Mantra for getting domestic problems sorted :
|| Yaa Devi Sarvabhuteshu Shantirupena Sansthitam ||
|| Namastasyai Namastasyai Namastasyai Namo Namaha ||

Here is the Spiritual Mantra for getting job :

|| Vakratunda Mahakaaya Suryakoti Samaprabha ||
|| Nirvighnam kurumedev Sarvakaryeshu Sarvada ||

The Lord Hanuman Mantra is :

|| Om Namo Bhagavate Aanjaneyaya Mahabalaya Swaaha ||

Here is the Mantra for Jaap :

|| Om Aaam Hrim Kraum Shreem Dhiyainamah mama alakshmee naashaya naashaya maam ruNottirNa Kurukuru Sampade Vardhaya Vardhaya Swaahaa ||
Maha Mrityunjaya mantra
Tryambakam yajamahe Sugandhim pushti-vardhanam Urvarukamiva bandhanan Mrityor mukshiya mamritat.
Yada yada hi dharmasya,glanirbhavati

Bharatah,Abhiyutthanam dharmasya,tadatmanam srijamyaham!Paritranaya sadhunam, vinashaya cha dushkritam,Dharmasamsthapanarthaya,

sambhabami yuge yuge!!

Lord Krishna to Arjuna

(Shrimat Bhagavat Geeta)

Whenever and wherever there is decline of dharma (righteousness) and ascendance of adharma (unrighteousness), at that time I manifest Myself in visible form. For the protection of the righteous and destruction of the wicked, and for the sake of establishing dharma again, I incarnate Myself on earth ages after ages.

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Om Asathoma Satgamaya
Thamasoma jyotirgamaya
Mrityorma amritan gamaya
Om Shantih, shantih, shantih...

Lead me from the unreal to the real
Lead me from darkness to light
Lead me from death to immortality
Om, peace, peace, peace...

Vakratunda Mahakaaya
Suryakoti Samaprabha
Nirvighnam Kuru Mey Deva
Sarva Kaaryeshu Sarvada

Meaning: The Lord with the curved trunk and a mighty body, who has the magnificance of a Million suns, I pray to you Oh Lord, to remove the obstacles from all the actions I intend to perform.

Saraswathi Namasthubyam,
Varadey Kaamarupinee!
Vidhyarambham Karishyami,
Sidhir bhavathu mey sada

Oh Goddess, Saraswathi, my humble salutations to you, who fulfills all my wishes. I start my studies with the request that thou will bestow Thy blessings on me!

Omkara Nagarastham Tham Nigamandha vaneshwaram,
Nithyamekam Shivam santham vande guham umasutham

Salutations to Guha the son of Uma,
Who lives in the sound Om,
Who owns the forest of Vedantha,
Who is forever stable,
Who is peaceful
And who is peace himself.

Vachamma gocharam Skandham Chidu dyana viharinam,
Gurumurthim mahesanam vande Guham Umasutham.

Salutations to Guha the son of Uma,
Who is beyond the reach of words,
Who is Skanda,
Who lives in the garden of meditation,
Who is an ideal teacher,
And who is worshipped even by Lord Shiva.

Sachidananda roopesam samsaradwantha deepakam,
Subramanyam anadyantham vande Guham Umasutham.

Salutations to Guha the son of Uma,
Who is personification of truth, god and happiness,
Who provides light to cross the darkness of life,
Who is called Subrahmanya,
And who does not have end or beginning,

Swaminatham dayasindhum bhavabdha tharakam prabhum,
Nishkalangam gunatheetham vande guham umasutham.

Salutations to Guha the son of Uma,
Who is the Lord of the God,
Who is the ocean of mercy,
Who is the bridge to cross the ills of life,
Who is great,
Who is without any blemish,
And who is beyond the concept of qualities.

Nirakaram niradharam nirvikaram niraamayam,
Nirdwandwam cha niralambam vande guham umasutham.

Salutations to Guha the son of Uma,
Who is without any form.
Who does not depend on any one,
Who neither becomes happy nor sad,
Who is forever,
Who does not have another similar to him,
And who does not have attachments.

"Bhagwad gita. chapter 12 verse 5 ...

klesho 'dhikataras tesham
avyaktasakta-chetasam
avyakta hi gatir duhkham
dehavadbhir avapyate

"For those whose minds are attached to the unmanifested, impersonal feature of the Supreme, advancement is very troublesome. To make progress in that discipline is always difficult for those who are embodied."

"Om Sahana Vavatu Sahanau Bhunaktu
Sahaveeryam Karavavahai
Tejas Vinavati Tamastuma vidhwishavahai
Om Shanti Shanti Shantihi

Translation:
May He protect both of us. May He nourish both of us. May we both acquire the capacity (to study and understand the scriptures). May our study be brilliant. May we not argue with each other. Om peace, peace, peace"
"ॐ पूर्णमदः पूर्णमिदम् पूर्णात् पूर्णमुदच्यते |

पूर्णस्य पूर्णमादाय पूर्णमेवावशिष्यते ||

ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः ||

That is Absolute, This is Absolute, Absolute arises out of Absolute

If Absolute is taken away from Absolute, Absolute remains. OM Peace, Peace, Peace
"

fashion post

2010-03-16T11:40:00.000-07:00

I don't quite understand why women shop with other friends who they know have similar taste in apparel or who have no "fashion sense" or individuality. You always run the risk of that person "waiting" around for you to pick-up a few items and then running over to the same rack and purchase everything you just bought. This has happened to me several times so now I shop alone or with my sisterI also don't tell some of my friends and associates who I know won't think twice about "biting my style" where I purchase my clothing and accessories. I just get real vague on them and tell them "oh it was a gift" or "I bought it online somewhere". I actually had a co-worker copy my outfit right now to the shoes, she must have spend all weekend long hunting down my purchases, cause I don't ever recall telling her where I bought them from.

Do you always say what you mean,

2010-03-15T10:02:00.000-07:00

and mean what you say...havent you always said things to suit your needs and expectations at that point of time and weaving an intricate web of lies, deceit and feelings around the web you weaved yourself for your own sake from where you cant get out now/////

Am i candid enough?

2010-03-04T09:18:00.000-08:00

Last week i wasnt in the best of moods, today i am in the most rested mood possible. A lot has changed in these two weeks. February was wonderful and i am thinking march will be better than most months. I had a special guest who taught me the meaning of being BINDAAS. And then I got my feet back and my wings back, for wandering away from the hectic schedule called LIFe and for once living as ME...

Kite Runner

2010-01-21T04:49:00.000-08:00

An apt title for the best book i read in recent times. Lived the book KITE RUNNER- by Khaleed. Everyone should read this one!! another chilling book just like Ayn rynds- Fountain head..inspirational and introspective......just the way i like.

Start of 2010

2010-01-07T03:47:00.000-08:00

The year has just begun, i had a blast celebrating to welcome the new year in the hope of finding a new meaning and purpose to an already dull and boring lifestyle with no reason to celebrate.

And to make matters worse, i was once again shown the mirror for not earning enough and that too while watching a Movie like "3 idiots" where it stresses that you do not need to be part of the RAT RACE.

Who said this

2009-01-23T02:12:00.000-08:00

You need to turn on your own powers of persuasion today if you want to get anything done and it's best to go for the cold, logical arguments rather than the passionate, fiery ones.

You may feel like you are simply being left out of the equation. Perhaps you feel like the oddball - the fifth wheel - who simply does not have a place to fit in. Don't worry. Just because you may be feeling out of place today doesn't mean that this is your destiny for life. If you don't like the course you are on, change your position. If you don't like the people you are with, move on to a different social circle. Do not blame your circumstances on others. Take responsibility for them yourself.

You are particularly inspired by and sensitive to crisis situations. But what that means is that you cannot stand to see other people suffer... but sometimes even you suffer, because you don't allow yourself to do the things you like best, and the things that help you to feel fulfilled as a person. Why don't you think about going easier on yourself, just for a change? Try it, you might like it!
Why is it when things start going great, you sabotage progress? Stop it! Will you get hurt again? Maybe. Maybe not. If you're living to avoid pain, you're living in the past. Take a risk -- get out there and be vulnerable. Are you alive? That's proof you won't die from heartbreak.

You may feel stuck in the middle of a difficult position in which you are extremely indecisive and insecure. Your energy may be drawn in one direction while your self-confidence is being pulled in the completely opposite direction. This dilemma has to do with the inability to integrate different aspects of your life that you may try to keep separated. Try to look at things in terms of the whole, and notice how your actions in one part of your life have a tremendous rippling effect everywhere else.
Your warm, loving, romantic nature is being noticed whether you realize it or not. Perhaps you feel sometimes that there is not enough excitement in your life - especially your love life. Don't think that this means you need to change yourself in order to be more pleasing to others. The truth is that your stability and your quiet, loving nature are extremely nurturing and comforting to those who understand and appreciate such qualities. The last thing you want to do today is put up a facade of being someone you are not.
Let go of that grudge: it's like drinking poison and waiting for the other person to die. If you've been dissed, it isn't the other person's issue -- it's yours. Resentments will definitely corrode the fibers of your contentment. Free yourself of that old anger.

Its time to elevate your sense of self. You are just as good as anyone else, why don’t’ you believe it? The problem is that you are very sensitive about having an ego. Even though you are aware that we all have egos, you try to punish yourself for its existence! This is a noble endeavor but this kind of zealous behavior doesn’t do you ( or anyone else ) any good. You’ll never be perfect, and neither will anyone else. So what are you worrying about?

No one dislikes red tape and bureaucracy more than you. Nevertheless, take advantage of the atmosphere today. If you have any applications to submit or formalities to complete, you will find the process much easier than usual. Communication channels that are normally closed will open, and the administrative mechanisms will be well oiled instead of grinding. Get all administrative tasks done so you won't have to think about them again!

Long time no see!!!

2008-12-30T23:15:00.000-08:00

"Discipline is good. It taught me that I didn't always have to have what I wanted; that what I needed was different from what I wanted."
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.
Vague and undefined fears make you tense and anxious. Don’t get scared for unknown reasons and don’t take on unnecessary stress.
Your physical strength is at a peak, and you will find that now is a terrific time to join a sports team or initiate a company soccer program, your abilities as a leader will be extremely respected, and your glow as a self-confident, constructive being is radiating nothing but positive energy. This combination of forces is extremely powerful, and you have the opportunity to be wonderfully productive with your energy at this time. Both work and play are likely to present you with exciting opportunities for advancement.
For those of us who know the real you, it is frustrating to see your lack of confidence. The range of your talents and abilities is startling to the rest of us mere mortals, yet you rarely give yourself credit for all that you are capable of. Today, you are given an opportunity to participate in a project that could make or break your career. Don't hesitate out of fear that your capabilities aren't up to the task. Have confidence in yourself and jump in with both feet! Not only can you do this, you can do it better than anyone else. Get over yourself and accept the challenge, for goodness sake.
The more you talk to people, the more success you will have. Everyone around you is a valuable resource, so tap into this boundless well and have fun. Your agility with words and facts is impressive, so use this to your advantage. Friends are a source of the greatest joy on Earth, and this is a great time to be with them. For the most part, it doesn't even matter what you are doing together. What is important is WHO you are with.

Focus on smaller issues to understand the bigger picture. Most big blowouts between friends or lovers happen from a tiny misunderstanding that grew into a larger mess. Don't wait until it's too late to fix a grievance.
Pivotal career matters may need to be thought through today, . A lot could be at stake at work in the very near future, and whatever tasks you need to take care of could well require a lot of effort and concentration. There is a danger of sinking into a gloomy mood over this, but try to avoid this trap. Whatever it is you're hoping to accomplish, you probably will, so hang on to that thought. Go to it!
It's possible you could meet someone today who will act as a kind of Pygmalion for you. You need to be surrounded and encouraged by people who believe in you, , and it is good for you to have one or several people around to support you. If you do meet this kind of person, don't be a show-off. Rather, listen to what he or she has to say to you. It will do you a world of good.

No sooner do you step foot in the office this morning than you begin to get pelted from all directions with various crises and problems. It's not a very welcome reception. A hot cup of coffee and a warm greeting from your co-workers would be a much nicer way to start the day. Take it all in stride, You have both the brainpower and the stamina to solve all the day's problems.
You need to take a few moments -- at least -- for yourself today, because it's harder for you to maintain your social facade under the pressure of so much attention. A few breaks are all you need.

You need to turn on your own powers of persuasion today if you want to get anything done and it's best to go for the cold, logical arguments rather than the passionate, fiery ones.

2008-10-03T04:32:00.000-07:00

Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a gift and not giving it. --Unknown

2008-10-03T00:53:00.000-07:00

There are no days in life so memorable as those which vibrated to some stroke of the imagination. --Ralph Waldo Emerson

Retrospection

2008-10-03T00:44:00.000-07:00

Taking lots of time to think of things that really matter. Laid off from a job, recuperating from a illness, on a leisurely holiday or simply being at home on dull, dark, rainy day you will have lots of free time at hand. Use this to think. Thinking about things that really matter. The simple things - they really matter. The appreciation of everything sublime. The movement of falling dried leaves from the branch of a tree, the flow of water in a passing stream, the physical touch of two bodies lying against each other, the feeling of satin on a naked body.

Ultimately, everything matters, everything counts!~~

Marriage

2008-10-03T00:40:00.000-07:00

Never Marry the One you can live with; marry the one you can't live without!!

Infatuation

2008-10-03T00:38:00.000-07:00

Indifference is deeper that the infatuation of souls - Kavita

Partner in crime

2008-10-02T00:45:00.000-07:00

A partner for life or a brief encounter. Which will it be? This is the question of the day. Why not choose both? Can't you imagine being your partner's lover and also simultaneously keeping your independence? Don't let yourself be influenced by old models that force you to choose between these two ideas. Don't forget that in our modern world, your choices aren't as limited as you might think they are!

2008-09-30T23:50:00.001-07:00

Your mood may take a bizarre twist today, as your desire to fight for something is calmed. You are probably just more interested in enjoying the beauty of something rather than trying to capture it and keep it for yourself. Allowing someone or something else to be free is the best gift you can give. Keep the lines of communication open, and you will find that everything will fall into place exactly as it needs to.

2008-09-30T23:49:00.004-07:00

You may feel a bit stodgy, but things are going to pick up quite a bit. There will be a great deal of wind to fuel your fire, and boy, are you ready to burn! It could be that you are like a desert of dry sagebrush just ready to catch fire. The whole mountainside is about to light up in a beautiful blaze of glory. You are ready to shine like the brilliant star that you are

2008-09-30T23:49:00.003-07:00

What we see depends mainly on what we look for. --John Lubbock
A topic you feel passionately about lately seems to be under fire by friends who couldn't disagree with you more. Instead of getting defensive, there's nothing wrong with accepting the fact that your friends have differing opinions.

2008-09-30T23:49:00.001-07:00

What do you have to lose? The planets are shaking you like a fruit tree in the hopes of ridding you of your old objectives to make way for new growth. You feel doubt where once there was only certainty. When you consider the worst that can happen, it may help you realize that what you are clinging to so dearly really is not all that important to you. It's time to let go and begin anew.

2008-09-30T23:48:00.002-07:00

It's a good day to put your ideas in motion. Make a list of everything you'd like to accomplish in the next month and set aside a goal to work on every week. Reward yourself for milestones as you pass them.

2008-09-30T23:48:00.001-07:00

The bigger the dream the better! Your ambition shouldn't have to be a certain size merely so you can accomplish it quickly. Large-scale goals can be achieved, as long as you keep your eyes on the prize and never give up.

2008-09-30T23:47:00.001-07:00

Next time you feel despair, remind yourself of the choice between feeding your heart, and feeding your fears.

Lesson well learnt

2008-09-30T23:46:00.000-07:00

Don't react emotionally when someone offers constructive criticism. Learn from the suggestion instead of being overly sensitive. If you continue to take advice personally, no one will want to offer it in the future.

Angry young woman

2008-09-30T23:45:00.000-07:00

There is a lot of tension in the air. Perhaps you may feel like no one is listening to you, and that people are draining you of your energy. You may find yourself acting defensively, and even occasionally becoming very angry. It's possible no one has seen in you in such a state before. But don't be afraid to express your anger. Repressed anger is like poison for your body and soul.

A month gone by

2008-09-30T23:44:00.000-07:00

A longing for comfort, for the small, simple pleasures in life, is likely to cripple your spirit of initiative Have you decided to withdraw from the career whirl for the time being? Or perhaps you're just discouraged by the lack of enthusiasm in your colleagues. In any case, this would be a good day to stay home and take a rest.

Comatose

2008-09-30T23:42:00.000-07:00

I wouldn’t mind if it were awful or ugly or spontaneously combusted every time there was a day in the week. That at least would make it characterful and interesting. But it does none of these things. It does nothing. I can’t abide bores.

There’s a girl I meet every week — I shan’t say where in case she’s reading this — and never, not once, in four years has she been able to make a single story interesting. Even if she’d just been mugged by a gang of Terminators or gang raped by a rampaging warm of goblins she’d still fail to bring the tale alive. And pretty soon you’d be wishing you were a horse; so you could fall asleep standing up. Unfortunately, she never has been raped by goblins or beaten up by Terminators. All that happened in her life last week was a new delivery of paperclips. And staggeringly, she believed that this was interesting enough to bring up in conversation. Honestly, after a few minutes I gave serious thought to stabbing her in the heart. I believe that the greatest gift bestowed on a human being is not beauty, intelligence or wealth. It’s the ability to make a story live. To take a tale and know instinctively what to leave in, what to leave out and when to lie a bit. If you do not have this, then you should learn to shut up. Of course it helps if you do actually lead an interesting life. I mean, if Rahul Mahajan had been an office boy or an IT consultant he probably wouldn’t be much fun. But when he tells you about his drug overdose, his marital failure — well, it’s kind of hard to mess that up. I have such a pathological loathing of bores that, and I mean this, I’d rather have dinner with VAJPAYEE JI than dinner with a dullard. I’d rather spend time with Rakhi Sawant, the mad muse of the moral police, than spend time with someone from the MERCEDES OWNERS club. Once, when I was working in a cyber café, I came home at night and told my friend that we’d had some new office furniture delivered to the office. Moments later, when I realised what I’d said, and how deeply uninteresting this was, I left the friend, the job and the place and moved elsewhere.
Now I have kids – not my own- around me and I keep telling them that if the story they’ve embarked on has no point then they shouldn’t have begun. Simply reeling off the lessons they’ve had at school that day is just not good enough, not unless it’s an anecdotal device, some kind of calm before the crescendo in double Latin when the teacher exploded. I can’t be bored. I have no ability to deal with it. That’s why I can’t do kathas, spiritual talkathons, or teleserials. And why I won’t go to America any more. Those two-hour queues for immigration/visa are just killers. It’s also why I’m fidgety and distracted today. Because I came to Office yesterday in the afternoon, TODAY is a holiday but we have to be warming up the office chairs and tomorrow I have to be home without any work. Which will be like spending an 24-hours in a coma. There’s a similar lack of enthusiasm from the set of people I interact with on a daily basis. For a person who thrives on drama and action, going through every single day without much happening either at the personal or professional front leads to lethargy. When your every request is met with a shoulder-sagging teenage harrumph. Perhaps this is because everyone seems to be made in Mexico: so they just want to sit under a tree all day dozing. What I’m most interested in is why on earth do people just lead lives from one day onto another stuck to a routine and find themselves at a loss when there comes a day when there is no routine in place. Watch the episodes of BIGG BOSS and you will know what I mean. What does happen is actually a frog with a boot. Or to put it another way, what does a frog do best is jump around – putting them in boots doesn’t make them anymore interesting, they just do what people in boots do, walk sluggisly. When faced with a situation out of the ordinary, or something not part of your daily routine one tends to become a bit uglier, a bit heavier, a bit slower, a bit less practical, a bit less economical and a lot more boring to be with.
Because believe me, being trapped inside a life sans something exciting is just like being trapped in a 1930s jail. You really would want to escape, whatever the cost.

Efficient

2008-09-21T22:24:00.001-07:00

This will be a great day for you, . Everything you touch will seem to turn to gold! The day's events will fall right into place. You will take pleasure in being calm and efficient. But what you may not realize is that this could happen everyday. Take the time to see what is going right today in order to make it happen again tomorrow!

Efficient

2008-09-21T22:24:00.000-07:00

Stories

2008-09-21T22:22:00.000-07:00

Kindness is the golden chain by which society is bound together. --Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Just living is not enough. One must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower. --Hans Christian Anderson

Stories can conquer fear, you know. They can make the heart bigger. --Ben Okri

The test of a first rate intelligence is the ability to hold two opposed ideas in the mind at the same time and still retain the ability to function. --F. Scott Fitzgerald

Those things of real worth in life are worth going to any length in love and respect to safeguard. --Julia Butterfly Hill
We cannot hold a torch to light another's path without brightening our own. --Ben Sweetland

Get it?

2008-09-21T22:18:00.000-07:00

Appeal to your opponents’ sensible side and you'll be more apt to get what you want. Present them with reasons -- not just emotions -- and they'll see your point of view.

Compassion

2008-09-21T22:12:00.000-07:00

Having deep empathy for a friend in need goes a long way. Even if you think you're not being much help, your pal appreciates the sentiment. Being compassionate shows that you care a lot more than just yourself.

Is this love?

2008-09-21T22:11:00.002-07:00

If the entire world collapsed today, you wouldn't bat an eyelash. You're perfectly content, sailing along on cloud nine! The source of your bliss could be the new person in your life. Are you in love? Passionately, intensely, wonderfully in love? You can yield to the magic. Let it bring out the most positive parts of your personality, but keep your wits about you, all the same!

Confrontations galore

2008-09-21T22:11:00.001-07:00

Something seems to be askew with your relationships, and you feel pulled in opposite directions. One force is pushing you to enrich your inner universe and another force is pushing you into the arms of someone that you have recently met. Stay busy to avoid confrontation...

Choices choices

2008-09-21T22:09:00.000-07:00

Ordinary vs extraordinary

2008-08-30T00:29:00.000-07:00

Do not wait for extraordinary circumstances to do good action; try to use ordinary situations. --Jean Paul Richter

State of Mind

2008-08-30T00:26:00.000-07:00

As your comfort level with everyone grows, you become more comfortable with yourself.

Gone are the days when you hid in your shell. Now you want to get out and experience everything!

Tips for positive thinking

Spread your news far and wide. You will find that others are quite receptive to your fun-loving, agreeable nature.

Linking up with the group energy is likely to be rewarding, so make plans to go out and be social. Go shopping for new clothes and display them proudly tonight on an excursion out on the town. Keep your chin up at all times.
Seek out the beautiful and marvelous! It is one of those times when cheap and shoddy just wont do.

You need the Rolls Royce to take you to the ball tonight, not the beat-up lemon that barely chugs along.

There is a boisterous social element to the day that should make your waking hours pleasurable and possible very romantic.
Your intuitive side gives you extra insight in the actions of others. Watch for tell-tale signs of anger and frustration in body language. Play close attention to the tone of peoples' voices to detect hidden feelings. Play emotional detective.

Temperament

2008-07-25T03:34:00.001-07:00

Learning how to constructively release anger is essential, if it is difficult for you, take heart - it's difficult for many. But it's not impossible. It takes a willingness to release and express your feelings at the time they occur rather than letting them build inside. When you stuff your feelings, they can fester and grow and this often leads to an explosion. Consider effective communication so you can air your anger as it comes.
You have always looked up to a superior. But today you will learn how many people actually look upto to you.
You've got to be careful of other people today -- not because they want to stab you in the back, but just because they might all be running off in their own directions. They're slightly out of control!
You'll need to be flexible today to accomplish everything you need to get done. Fortunately, with your sweetie's help, you'll achieve your goals and still have time for romancing!
Knowing the light in others helps you to see brilliance within yourself. The sunny attitudes other people possess usually leave you envious for a more positive disposition. Today try to emulate a happier temperament.

In sync

2008-07-25T03:33:00.000-07:00

Expect to come out a winner today, with any deals or convincing that comes your way. You’re likely to exude confidence, determination, and strength that exceeds anyone else’s, making bartering or compromising easy for you. If you don’t think a situation is fair, forge ahead to say so and to negotiate a better settlement. Keep your temper in check and draw on your mental ability to find effective situations. You’ll be able to get exactly what you want.
If things get too hard for you, are you open to seeking out some counseling? Don’t let pride embarrassment get in the way of getting the support you need in your life when things get to be too much. Ever look in the yellow pages under this category? This is because there’s a great demand for these services! You’re not alone and the sooner you take care of yourself, the quicker you’ll get back on the right track.
Your emotional nature, usually a huge asset, could get in the way today. Most people are kind of cold and aloof and you might read that as hostile -- but it's not! Try to keep an open mind about them all.
Evolving towards clarity when it comes to love is a nearly impossible goal. Romance doesn't abide by rules or set patterns. Often times it's best to just go with the flow instead of trying to extract meaning from actions.
You are remarkably in sync with your partner today. Don't be surprised if you both order the same lunch, even if you're miles apart! That connectedness continues into the evening, making for some extra intense loving.
You are much more in tune with your friends and coworkers than you are on most days, thanks to your surging emotional power. You may find that one person in particular is much easier to read.
Sensing and knowing when a friend truly needs someone to listen to them is a highly sought after skill. Today show a pal that you empathize with their current relationship struggles and often to lend an ear and help a hand.

Changes are good

2008-07-25T03:32:00.001-07:00

Unexpected and beneficial changes could take place in your romantic life today. If you are in a committed relationship, expect your partner to get a lucky break right now. If you are involved but not committed, your partner could suddenly propose that you move ahead with the relationship. If you are not involved, you could fall in love at first sight! This represents not only a positive change in your relationship, but your entire life as well. Enjoy!
Exciting and beneficial changes in the workplace could bring unexpected yet gratifying advancement your way today. This is likely to have long-reaching effects inasmuch as career advancement could lead to a significant change in your socioeconomic status. You might find it a bit overwhelming, however, and more than a bit disruptive as well as physically tiring. Nonetheless, it would be in your best interests to go with the flow.
Your adaptability to deal with difficult people and sudden changes may be tested today. Prepare yourself for the unexpected by having a few backup plans ready in your mind. However, don't start panicking when your solutions go astray.

Empathy

2008-07-25T03:31:00.000-07:00

You may lend an ear to a friend who needs to talk about a delicate situation. Be compassionate and listen with an open mind.
Expect to spend time meditating on your life. Given the mood of the past few months, you are justified in your desire to make certain changes. With today’s planetary alignment, you may be considering how to acquire the means that would enable you to change horizons. You may be contemplating travel, or perhaps simply a long, refreshing rest. Do more than think about it, do it!
Empathy means more than you know to someone special who might be having a bad day. Cheer them up with your sense of humor or take them out for a night on the town to distract them from the temptation to wallow in self-pity.

Energy

2008-07-25T03:30:00.000-07:00

As you listen to your friends' stories to day, be extra attentive to the littlest details. There could hide a clue to their current moods and worries. Show your compassionate side by letting them vent and only offer advice if asked. You might butt heads with someone who has some measure of power over you today and while it might not work out all that well at first, it could turn into something really good and honest in the long run. Pay extra attention to what you're saying today, lest you blurt out something you meant to keep to yourself. Should you accidently offend your sweetheart; a sincere apology will get you back on their good side. People are extra responsive to your ideas. Take this opportunity to ask someone special out for coffee or even better, a romantic date full of possibilities. Go slow at first then make your move when the time feels right.
Are you sure of what you are doing at the moment. You may sometimes feel as though you are a robot, repeating the same gestures over and over without really understanding why. Until today. This is what is so interesting about the current planetary alignment; it reveals what is no longer valid. Make some changes today. Do not let someone reenter your life. Think about why they left in the first place.
Both sides of the street are sunny for you, so you don’t need to worry about which side to walk on. Things are going your way, regardless of where you turn. Even if you lose your wallet at the grocery store, you are likely to get a call as soon as you get home that someone found it, turned it in, and that the police will be over in five minutes to drop it off with all its contents intact. Good fortune is coming your way.
You may feel rushed into something that you are not comfortable with. Perhaps you just want to relax and stay at home. Or you may yearn to lie on a warm beach, soaking up the sun's rays. Instead, you may find yourself coerced into a plan of action that you simply do not want to be a part of. There is a boisterous, contagious energy that accompanies this plan, making it difficult for you to say no. Remember that the decision is yours.

Piece of Info

2008-07-25T03:28:00.000-07:00

If I can stop one heart from breaking,I shall not live in vain;If I can ease one life the aching,Or cool one pain,Or help one fainting robinUp to his nest again,I shall not live in vain. --Emily Dickinson

Procrastination is thy achilles heel

2008-07-16T21:42:00.000-07:00

You will be in no mood to procrastinate. You will be all about putting plans into action. Make a headway on pending projects.

One sided

2008-07-16T21:37:00.000-07:00

What if you are in an one-sided affair? Do you let go of the person, or wait till they come around. What is the use of shoving food down the throat when you arent hungry at all? The most mature thing to do would be, to not look for what you want, but find another way to retain a decent relationship with the person. It doesnt necessarily mean to that all loving relationships should end in commitment of some kind. It can be tremendous goodwill & strength of character that can sustain a relationship for a longer time.

Beehive!!

2008-07-16T05:49:00.001-07:00

You may feel like you are in a beehive, and you are the queen bee to whom everyone is turning for advice. At the same time, you are worshipped, praised and honored by those who are close to you. While some may be depleted by this frenzy of energy that surrounds them, you are energized by it. This is the case as others keep you busy with constant banter and a barrage of new ideas of life.

Whims & You

2008-07-16T05:48:00.000-07:00

It will be hard for you to concentrate on anything. More than likely, there will be other people butting in and trying to tell you how to live your life and handle your affairs. You aggressively push them away but they continue to move into your territory. You like the old way of doing things, while others are trying to convince you to try a new technique. Be careful not to get too distracted by other people’s whims.

Modern thinking

2008-07-16T05:40:00.002-07:00

Modernism isn't always what we believe it is. It often happens that it is the people who are rather modest, who don't give a thought to trying to "be modern," who force the most progress in the world. They simply go through life doing as they see fit. On the other hand, notice to what extent the modern world sometimes resembles the past. It would benefit you to think about this today.
If you could release yourself from the belief that your profession must be modern or extraordinary in order to be meaningful then you would be able to see more clearly. It's true that you like a fast pace, but isn't this because you want to prove something in your current activity? Try not to equate your personal success so much with your professional accomplishments.

Nut in a Shell

2008-07-16T05:40:00.001-07:00

You're feeling torn between your usual generosity and a new wave of selfishness that can't be denied. It's okay to do things your way every now and then -- you've earned the privilege! Today is all about you and while you're not always keen on ignoring the needs of others, you can tell that they're all going off on their own -- so why shouldn't you, too? It's a good time to take a new step
Reaching up out of the shell should be a metaphor you live today. Get out of your comfort zone and try something different. By shaking up your usual routine you could cross paths with a stranger who arouses more than curiosity. Give yourself permission to have an all-about-you day today. A little self-pampering will go a long way towards making you feel spoiled and relaxed. When you're feeling good about yourself, you have more to give to your loved one.

Attitude Kills

2008-07-16T05:39:00.001-07:00

A stubborn attitude in a close relationship of yours is giving you cause to lash out. Feelings that were perilously hidden deep inside are now boiling up to the surface. Gridlock is occurring that makes it difficult for you to deal openly with the problem. Suddenly it is no longer fun and game. Suddenly there are powerful emotions clashing in an explosive manner. Perhaps part of this has to do with the realization that you are no longer on center stage.
Matters regarding love and romance are likely to be on the front burner. More than likely, jealousy is the big topic. It could be that you are holding on to someone so tightly that they are instinctively resisting and pulling away. Because this is what you fear the most, you cling even tighter. What you really need to do is give this person more emotional freedom.

Yayyyyyyyyy!!

2008-07-16T05:37:00.000-07:00

Something I have been asking for will finally be mine. Yay, he remembered!

Funny

2008-07-16T05:36:00.000-07:00

A misunderstanding with your sweetheart today could have comic results. Try to be extra clear when you're speaking to them, or prepare yourself for the makings of a hilarious anecdote you'll be repeating for years.

Candid: Song % Lyrics

2008-07-12T04:34:00.000-07:00

Candid: Song % Lyrics

Aaaaaaaawwwwwwwwwwwwwww!!!!!

2008-07-12T04:20:00.000-07:00

Passionate fantasies can inspire real-life romance. Let your imagination give you ideas on how to woo someone you've been hoping to awe. Your flirtatious presence should be enough to get the attention, and affection, you desire. Just when you think you know everything about your partner, they go and do something that surprises you and makes you love them even more. Heads up-this is going to be one of those days.

The heart rules!

2008-07-10T23:05:00.001-07:00

Good news is in store for you during the next few weeks. Maintain your upbeat and playful manner around everyone you encounter. You will be respected and loved for exactly who you are. Let your heart lead the charge.

See! No strings

2008-07-10T23:04:00.002-07:00

You'll want to get together with a love partner today, , as you long for the comfort and security of this person's presence. You've probably had a hard week at work and aren't feeling all that energetic. However, it might be difficult to touch base with your loved one, perhaps because you keep missing each other. Keep trying. You'll eventually make contact and have the evening together. It might be best if you spent it relaxing at home.
Profound intimacy may sound romantic, but there are times when all you want is a casual and light-hearted encounter. Not every experience needs to be chock-full of drama. Give yourself a chance to have some no-strings-attached fun.

You and your significant other might spend a lot of time conversing about what may appear to be trivial matters, but which can actually strengthen the bond between you. Your commitment is strong, even if you have no overt agreement right now. A walk through your neighborhood might be a good idea, as being out in the open could be very stimulating right now, both romantically and intellectually.

Energising effects

2008-07-10T23:04:00.001-07:00

I am normally a friendly, romantic and rather ardent person, and feeling especially sexy and passionate. So, I am not surprised any more to receive a lot of admiring glances from people on the street!

Look the look & find your inner energy

This is a great time to buy new clothes or skincare products, for you know more instinctively than usual what makes you look good. You might also find your creative energies more active than usual. Financial gain might be a primary focus for your attention. You might seek the counsel of investment experts, and your mind should be especially astute with regard to these matters. Study your information carefully before making any commitment, but be confident.

Wish I could do so!!!

As you know, , you have reached a turning point in your life. The hardest part about making this decision is, as usual, saying farewell to your old ways. The past can seem so cozy and reassuring, especially when the unknown looms. It takes strength and determination to leave it behind. But whether it is a matter of your career or your love life, you have personal goals that cannot be sacrificed or denied.

Disparage!

2008-07-10T23:02:00.000-07:00

In the past few days, I have made a resolution to work steadily, seek stability, and follow my plans to the letter. So the days ahead will come as a rude non-surprise. I can expect to receive news which challenges the rigid program I have set out for myself, or to meet people who are determined to discourage me. Either overcome these obstacles or they’ll overcome me!!

Song % Lyrics

2008-07-10T22:26:00.000-07:00

Jab We Met – 2007 -Tum Se Hi Tum Se Hi
Music Director : Pritam Chakraborty, Sandesh ShandilyaSinger : Mohit Chauhan

Na hai yeh panaNa Khona hi hai

Tera Na hona janeKyun hona hi hai

Tum se hi din hota hai

Surmaiye shaam aati

Tumse hi tumse hi

Har ghadi saans aati hai

Zindagi kehlati hai

Tumse hi tumse hi

Na hai yeh pana

Na Khona hi hai

Tera Na hona jane

Kyun hona hi hai

Aankhon mein ankhne teri

Bahoon mein baahein teri

Mera na mujhe mein kuch raha hua kya

Baaton mein baatein teri

Raatein saugatein teri

Kyun tera sab yeh ho gaya hua kya

Mein kahin bhi jata hoon

Tumse hi mil jata hoon

Tumse hi tumse hi

Shoor mein khamoshi hai

Thodi se Behoshi hai

Tum se hi tum se hi

Aadha sa wada kabhi

Aadhe se jayada kabhi

Jee chahe karlu is trah wafa ka

Chode na chote kabhi

Tode na tute kabhi

Jo dhaga tumse jud gaya wafa ka

Mein Tera sharmaya hoon

Jo mein ban paya hoon

Tumse hi tumse hi

Raste miljate hai

Manzile miljati hai

Tumse hi tumse hi

Na hai yeh pana

Na Khona hi hai

Tera Na hona jane

Kyun hona hi hai

CTC

2008-07-05T05:00:00.001-07:00

CTC means cost to company i.ae. what cost company is bearing or spending on you in terms of money. It includes all cash benefits and reimbursements i.e. fringe benefits etc. Now it is depend on Company what to include in CTC. There can be Club membership etc can be included in CTC but this cant be part of your Gross Salary. Therefore (in general) CTC= Gross Salary + Employer share of PF + Employer Share of Gratuity+ Other Benefits over & above Salary. Now, Gross Salary, is What you get per month in your payslip before deducting your share for PF & TDS. After deducting your share of PF & TDS from Gross salary remains is Net Salary i.e. take home. This Gross salary is divided in many allowances whatever they name. They can be LTA, HRA, DA, Basic, Lunch Allwn etc. Gross Salary break up must have following to save maximum Income Tax Basic, HRA,LTA, Transport Allwn, Medi. Reimb. Children Edu. Allwn Therefore always ask for take home figure while joining new org.

Auntie Scrooge

2008-07-05T04:59:00.003-07:00

The best way to pay for a lovely moment is to enjoy it. --Richard Bach

Tips

2008-07-05T04:59:00.001-07:00

Tips for Budgeting and Cost Cutting for a Single Working Woman
1. Don’t buy ready-mades; get clothes stitched by a reliable tailor as far as possible.

2. Avoid cold drinks, fizz drinks from outside, instead prepare instant juices like rasna to quench your thirst.
3. Avoid eating junk food regularly, instead try some home made snacks to tickle your palate.
4. To avoid cash crunches due to entertainment expenses spent on movies in multiplexes, join the local DVD rental and library and enjoy choice of movies at the luxury of your home.
5. Try to curtail using of AC’s during summer, instead lock all doors and windows during hot weather outside and switch of the fan on medium and use the marbled floors to sleep and enjoy cool summer.
6. If you find cooking and making food time consuming, get a cook to prepare home food for you for nominal monthly charges and watch that money saved on unhealthy oily food you get from outside.
7. Don’t splurge on shopping at malls and boutiques, instead window shop for the latest patterns and designs and get them designed by you at less than half the price at shops. This is also an excellent outlet for your creative energy.
8. For dates don’t choose the usual cafes and hangouts proposed by everyone. Try something exciting and adventurous on low budgets and really enjoy the experience.
9. Look out for seasonal sales, off-season sales and festival sales to stock up on your wardrobe. Go for clearance sales which offer discounts of atleast 50% or more.
10. Avoid credit card purchases as far possible unless you are sure of repaying them back in the allotted credit period to avoid unnecessary finance charges.
11. When at home try to complete household chores by managing them on a weekly basis by allotting separate days of the week for cleaning, washing & stocking of groceries to avoid cramming up your work schedule.
12. Spring cleaning should be taken up on atleast a 4-6 month period of time and you will be surprised to see how many stuff you can re-use or re-pack to suit your style and budget without anyone knowing that you are using recycled stuff.
13. Also, throw away or give away those stuff which you have never recycled over 6 months or so, you will probably never use it again.
14. Have a circle of good friends who understand the importance of money and exchange not so old clothes, magazines, shoes, bags and accessories to avoid buying new stuff always.
15. If you are a book worm join a book club or share magazine subscriptions between friends and relatives so that you can have access and read all you want without actually buying them.

Ideal vs Real

2008-07-05T02:09:00.000-07:00

You could either form or reaffirm a friendship or romantic bond based on mutual interests in the arts or spirituality, or both. A long and intense conversation could pave the way for this event. Needless to say, this should make you feel wonderful. However, it's still important to remember to see the other person as they really are, not just an idealistic vision of them. Otherwise this could later lead to disillusionment.

XXX

2008-07-05T02:08:00.000-07:00

An extravagant purchase might be a bad idea. As much as you deserve to indulge, it's best to be cautious when financial matters are concerned. Save your dough for something more important to invest it.
You like to treat yourself to nice things and good times. , show your sweetie a taste of the good life, and share some of your favorite things with them. A massage for two is an indulgence you can both appreciate.

Strutting my stuff

2008-07-05T02:07:00.000-07:00

You need to strut your stuff -- no matter where you are! It's an odd thing for sure, but you can make up for the worst of it by just letting people know what you're made of and what you can do with it.

What's a Friend for??

2008-07-05T02:06:00.000-07:00

A good friend not only builds you up when you're feeling low, but also brings you back down when your ego inflates to blimp-like sizes. Remind yourself to thank your pals when they keep it real.

Ironic eh!!

2008-07-05T02:03:00.001-07:00

Ironically enough, my creative flair for joking and laughter may have succeeded in pushing people away from me, instead of drawing people towards me. It could be that I have made negative, off-the-cuff comments that I thought nothing of at the time, yet others have taken them quite seriously. I might want to be more aware of this tendency so that I don’t end up outwardly offending the people around me.

Problem Solution

2008-07-03T02:19:00.001-07:00

Case 1
When NASA began the launch of astronauts into space, they found out that the pens wouldn't work at zero gravity (ink won't flow down to the writing surface). To solve this problem, it took them one decade and $12 million. They developed a pen that worked at zero gravity, upside down, underwater, in practically any surface including crystal and in a temperature range from below freezing to over 300 degrees C.
And what did the Russians do...?? They used a pencil .
Case 2
One of the most memorable case studies on Japanese management was the case of the empty soap box, which happened in one of
Japan 's biggest cosmetics companies. The company received a complaint that a consumer had bought a soap box that was empty. Immediately the authorities isolated the problem to the assembly line, which transported all the packaged boxes of soap to the delivery department. For some reason, one soap box went through the assembly line empty. Management asked its engineers to solve the problem. Post-haste, the engineers worked hard to devise an X-ray machine with high-resolution monitors manned by two people to watch all the soap boxes that passed through the line to make sure they were not empty. No doubt, they worked hard and they worked fast but they spent a whoopee amount to do so.
But when a rank-and-file employee in a small company was posed with the same problem, he did not get into complications of X-rays, etc., but instead came out with another solution. He bought a strong industrial electric fan and pointed it at the assembly line. He switched the fan on , and as each soap box passed the fan, it simply blew the empty boxes out of the line.

Moral: Always look for simple solutions. Device the simplest possible solution that solves the problems.

Twinkle twinkle little star

2008-07-02T22:14:00.000-07:00

Guess what..those stars never seemed so lovely than the night before. The power was out for a whole two hours so i ended up gazing out my window, unable to sleep in the humidity and having nothing better to do.

It was one of those days where I felt nothing, wanted nothing - no food, no sleep, no drink, no movie, no sex!!
But looking at those twinkling stars - it looked like they mirrored what i was in the inside. If the stars looked like they did not have anything better to do, they kept twinking in the dark sky just lending their twinkle to the entire backdrop - thus making it an interesting view.

Those stars just did what they did best- keep blinking to keep a rather dull sky lively by its sheer presence. Some people are the Sun, some the moon, some the comets, some the meteors, some the galaxy, some the universe - and some like me !!!!--- the twinkle twinkle little star.

To Oblivion & Back

2008-07-02T22:11:00.000-07:00

Yesterday i simply could not let go of fond memories while listening to an old hindi tune - ajeeb daastaan hai yeh kahan shuru kahan khatam, yeh manzilen hai kaunsi na woh samaj sake na hum....from the movie [ dil apna preet paraye]- picturised on Meena Kumariji...it also reminded me of another special number from Anpadh picturised on Mala Sinha ...aapki nazron ne samjha pyaar ke kaabil muje..check out www.youtube.com for movie versions in original.

Guardian Angel

2008-07-02T05:46:00.000-07:00

For someone who studied in a convent school for 12 years, it was not strange to hear about guardian angel/s. So it never occured to me in my whole fuckin life that I would ever have one - a guardian angel that is. I always thought that certain things only happened to the other girls - girls who were beautiful, richer, smarter. A guardian angel also would be included in the same. Why would an angel choose to be with me?.....Well that was then....long long time back, when I was much younger, dumber and a loner. Today..it doesnt look that way.. Someone is doing me a big favour , but I have no idea who! Looks like I do have a guardian angel.

Lucky

2008-06-30T22:48:00.000-07:00

These days, these moments, these memories, and this time of my life is the luckiest.
I spent over a lac, living it up at sin city, travelled to the most beautiful cities, ate the choicest food but nothing - i mean nothing makes me feel so content as being here, in the now and with the one i love the most. Is it a crime than to feel so? If something feels right for me but isnt right to others does that mean I m in the wrong. Then why do i feel so lucky and deserving. Maybe because I am.

Blessing in disguise

2008-06-30T22:45:00.000-07:00

Be careful what you seek , you might just find it. Of course, this could be a blessing in disguise. Look for subtle clues in body language to decide what to do next. See if you can find a polite way to say no -- maybe several times in a row! Unless your intuition is telling you otherwise, you need to make sure that you're able to avoid new schemes. you may find out that indecisive is your middle name. Push off major decisions for another day and concentrate on finishing smaller tasks. Ask someone you trust to call the shots.

Success

2008-06-30T22:44:00.001-07:00

Different people measure success on different scales, and you should make sure that you don't get discouraged if your accomplishment of the day seems minuscule compared to what others have done in the same period, . Constantly comparing yourself to others will make it difficult for you to ever feel like you are getting anywhere. Someone else will always have done more. Be content with whatever you do - even if it is as simple as getting out of bed on time.

Essentricity

2008-06-30T22:41:00.002-07:00

Your attitude toward others pushes you to meet people who could be considered by a large majority as eccentric. In fact, most people probably would think them to be downright strange. You will be happy to meet such a person, who ultimately may not be unfamiliar to you. Strangely enough, it most likely will be you.

Instant Karma

2008-06-30T22:41:00.001-07:00

You need to get your life in order, and now is a good day to begin, For starters, take a hard look in the mirror. Make sure you like who you see. is a good day to put the frivolity aside and to concentrate on what you need to get accomplished. Tend to your duties, and plan wisely for the future. Store up your resources instead of squandering them all for immediate gratification.

Tears & Fears

2008-06-30T22:40:00.001-07:00

The more you let your ego swell, the more tension you will encounter from other people. Others are not going to be fooled, nor are they going to deal with fluff and frivolity. You might consider letting someone else take the lead while you focus more on your internal energy. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself crying for no apparent reason. It is important for these tears to come put. It’s a necessary cleansing process.