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April 2026 Journal: 1% Better, Gratitude & Mindfulness Reflections
- Bhavana Angadi
- Apr 1
- 5 min read
Updated: Apr 30
Capturing daily moments, reflections, and the journey of being 1% better. To start journaling or practice mindfulness, check out 'Only Peace', a beginner-friendly gratitude journal :)
30 Apr
For the first time since Rudrakksh was born, I took care of him alone for 24 hours, without support of my in-laws and parents. Praveen helped 25% and I managed him 75% of times :)
29 Apr
I got a call from Intellecap, where Architha, AVP - HR was impressed with my journey when we met in Nadhi Climate Career Exchange. That’s a win :) Looking forward to next steps and hoping my work contributes towards Climate Action.
28 Apr
Praveen suggested me to watch video of Dr Khadar Vali Sirs talks with Dr Pal. It was so informative, especially about why Millets are the only way for us to combat climate change—Agriculture of Rice, Wheat, Sugarcane & Animal husbandry are water-intensive. So I’m thinking of launching Millet Milk Powder made from Ragi.
27 Apr
Made Appa and Amma watch final episodes of Family Man season 2. Surprisingly Amma was more interested :) It’s a memorable day to see RCB take wickets like 7-5 😮
26 Apr
My bestie Teju bought a home and we all had went to housewarming. The house interiors was great. Met Madhura, Balaji & Vivikth - We all had a good time chatting, and having lunch together :)
25 Apr
Convinced my brother-in-law to watch Dhurandhar The Revenge movie. So it was my fourth time in theatre watching this ultimate movie! I was able to tell 50% of dialogues :D
24 Apr
Attended Nadhi’s event of Climate Career Exchange. It was truly unique where we got to talk to potential hiring managers. One lady, Architha said - Bhavana, you’ll get a call soon :) She also exclaimed when I gave her a physical copy of my CV, saying wow! That was confidence-boosting :)
23 Apr
Created a 1-pager CV focused on sustainability, which took 5-6 hours. Got 10 copies printed to handover it to recruiters tomorrow in Climate Hires event.
22 Apr
Met my best friend Anju after a few months. We both felt good catching-up :) Best part is I went to her house in metro. She picked me and dropped it to station. Chose public transport instead of cabs/auto/own vehicle. That’s my kinda celebration of Earth Day.
21 Apr
Went to Jayanagar and shopped a small 5 gram Gold maati from Khazana because there was a matured scheme. Also bought a silver (rose gold plated) fancy bracelet from
Giva. And.. a simple silver anklet from GRT. So super happy :) Ended with 4 nighty shopping for Amma.. and managed to come back home by 9:30 pm so that Appa doesn’t to miss Bhargavi LLB serial :D
20 Apr
Wrote a LinkedIn post about my favourite game - Torchlight by Sailee. It’s about Climate Change. She reposted too, and said she’s happy that I loved the game and play it everyday. Also kept the draft for tomorrow’sLinkedIn post ready. Deleted 50 videos from my phone.
19 Apr
Met Maran from Zingbizz, who redesigned Kraanthi website for a nominal price. It was great to see youngsters being such passionate entrepreneurs. In-person meetings is always better than virtual catch-up.
18 Apr
Finally took Praveen to my granny’s home in Shanthinagar, 5 years after our wedding. Was showing him where we all cousins used to play, all day, all night :) Nostalgic moments..
17 Apr
Got 5Kgs of Ragi malt powder milled. 1kg for Vinay who did audio signature for Kraanthi and EcoBhavana. 1kg for Maran, who redesigned website for a nominal price.
16 Apr
3Kgs of Ragi malt was sold today, bought by a repeat customer, Shailaja, who’s my neighbour. She buys it for herself, her mom and mother-in-law. Her MIL loves the taste and it has helped her to control her blood sugar levels. That feedback made my day :)
15 Apr
Bought new clothes for the first time for Bhemavi. Watched Dhurandhar part 1 climax with my Athe.
14 Apr
For the first time, along with my Athe, I cleaned Organic Red Rice and removed 5 small insects from it. Added Neem leaves, red chilli to it.
13 Apr
Productive day — Got 25 kgs of Ragi cleaned. I’m very happy about procuring it in bulk quantity because we can avoid 1 kg plastic packets entering landfill. Also got Sambhar Powder milled. I offered our new Chetak EV Scooter for a test ride to the mill owner and he’s very happy. He said he’s booking same model and getting rid of old petrol vehicle.
12 Apr
Ten years ago, in college days, I used to feel irritated when I got monthly periods. Now, in 2026, when I get monthly periods, I feel grateful for my body, that it’s functioning all well.
Especially in the era where 1 in every 5 women are suffering from PCOS due to unhealthy lifestyle.
11 Apr
Mala, our cook is Pro-Kraanthi, she’s back to work after a year of maternity break. She sold 1kg Ragi Malt powder :) Hopefully, we plan to launch our third product soon - Sambhar Powder!
10 Apr
Today Praveen donated 450 mL blood at NIMHANS because his friend’s son who’s just 3 years old, underwent a major surgery of brain tumour removal. May god give strength to the child & his parents. 🙏🏼
9 Apr
Reviewed the final design of “Founder’s Voice” page on Kraanthi website, done by Zingbizz team. Published it too! Grateful to Maran, Siva who did the Kraanthi website redesign at a minimal cost. I also gave them 5 stars on google reviews along with a detailed review, hoping it’ll help other business owners choose Zingbizz.
8 Apr
Worked on the third edition of newsletter from 12 midnight to 3 AM because I can get undistracted time only after my son sleeps.
Drafting one edition needs minimum of 3 hours because it needs research and rephrasing to keep the explanation in simple words.
7 Apr
Athe & I watched Dhurandhar Part 1 on Netflix. Amar Maama & Rani Athe went to watch Dhurandhar 2 because I watched it 3 times :)
6 Apr
Cleaned Kitchen shelves and arranged items in a better way. Spent almost 3 hours. Giving away a little of organic red rice to Uma Athe, Charvik’s Ajji, Rajath, and my parents. :)
5 Apr
Watched Mardani 2 movie and was shocked to know 105 rapes happen in India every day! More than raising girls right, we have to raise boys in the right way. No staring, no molesting, no harassment from men to women.
3 Apr
Praveen, Athe, Rudrakksh & I went to Ayyappan Swamy temple today after many months.
2 April
Rested whole day..needed that physical rest and mental rest to digest the passing away of my young cousin..
1 April
I felt heartbroken today.. because my cousin Anu, who’s just 32 years old as me, passed away due to brain haemorrhage 😢
Praveen & I went to her farmhouse in Hunsur for her funeral. We felt devastated seeing her husband and parents cry, and her 2.5 year old son who doesn’t even know her mom won’t come back. Health is the real wealth. Everything else is secondary.
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