Mar 2026 Journal: 1% Better, Gratitude & Mindfulness Reflections

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31 Mar

Athe & I went to watch Dhurandhar - The Revenge. It’s our first movie where only we two went. It’s the only movie which I’ve watched in theatre for the third time :) It’s the best story ever, which every Indian must know.

30 Mar

One major lesson which I’ve learnt - Whenever person A is sharing a sad story abt person B, only listen. Empathise with them and say, hmmm, it’s ok, let’s go. Never ever add anything to that story from your side, because you may become the bad person when A & B unite.

29 Mar

I spoke at the panel of 1M1B Networking Mixer :) Great to meet so many students who are passionate sustainability champions. Got connected with many leaders in climate space.

28 Mar

Appa, Amma, Athe, Praveen, Rudrakksh & I came to Harini akka mane for a short two day stay :)

Brought ennekaayi (brinjal gravy) for dinner which Mala cooked. They all loved it.

27 Mar

Went to see my doddamma who’s recovering, and finally met Yogesh Anna. Spent an evening chatting with him, after so many years. Face to face talk is >>>> Talking virtually :)

26 Mar

After a decade, I watched movie in Siddalingeshwara Theatre, with Appa :) Most of the movies I watched in childhood were in this theatre with Appa, Amma or Thatha.. Was so happy to watch Dhurandhar 2 in Kannada Version with Appa.. he also liked the movie :)

25 Mar

Delivered 1.25 kgs of Ragi malt to Dhatri Amma mane.. Gave 250g for free because she shared a good news :) Also gave 1kg courier to India Post. Got number plate fixed to our new Bajaj Chetak.

24 Mar

Rested well. Peaceful day. Got roasted ragi mix milled. Posted it on WhatsApp and got an order from my relative, Vinodini aunty. That’s a win :) Also posted it as a story on Instagram. Praveen & Athe suggested me to watch a video where “Swadeshi Disha” founder has built a 20,000 square feet home + office. My main takeaway from video was - It took 11 years to reach the growth they are at now. He also mentioned that - “If your brand’s purpose is right, you’ll find success eventually, speed doesn’t matter”. I’m sure I’ll be able to make similar statement about Kraanthi in a decade :)

23 Mar

Watched the best movie of my life! Dhurandhar 2.. 👌 I can’t wait to watch it again! Watched it with Harini akka & Vicky Doddappa.. our first movie together, at AMB Cinemas with Dolby Atmos, on Monday morning at 9 AM!

22 Mar

Great day with sister’s family. Harini akka asked Athe to prepare Ragi Halbai. It was fantastic 😋 Athe also prepared Ghee rice with Vegetable kurma. I also helped in cooking prep. They all loved our home food. Sent Halbai, Harini akka’s obbat, saaru & kurma to Amma mane :) Kishan & I played cards at night 12!

21 Mar

Akka, Bhava & Kishan arrived, and they loved the dinner cooked by Mala..Jolad rotti with enne kaayi :)

20 Mar

Productive day! Gifted Only Peace to Kavya (owner), spoke to owner uncle and asked for 25kg Ragi, spoke to house helper about hike, washed clothes, kept utensils in their places, ordered one cotton jacket so that I can use 6 sleeveless Kurtis & tops, spoke to Harini akka for 1.5 hours and glad to know they’re on track of a healthy lifestyle :)

19 Mar

Fed Vegetable Pulav for 1.5 hours to Rudrakksh. As a parent, we need a lot of patience :) I’m able to do it peacefully because my husband Praveen has given me the luxury of being a housewife.

18 Mar

Met a 9 yo girl in park today. Her mother suicided. Her father only takes care of his son. The girl is being taken care by her mom’s mom, who makes a living by selling flowers, and doing night shift work cleaning hospital. I didn’t know how to react..All I said was - Please study well. That’s the only way of misery. God is with you.

17 Mar

I migrated all the content from HelloBhavana page to a google doc, so that Zingbizz team can create a nice EcoBhavana page on Kraanthi website. That was a productive day :)

Also, I spoke to Gokulan to share my digital detox journey required for his research paper. Spoke to Shirish for an hour. She asked - How do you take job rejections? My mantra - Rejection is redirection!

16 Mar

Applied coconut oil to my hair last night. Also applied Bringha oil today before headbath. Combing twice daily. Taking the best care of my hair. I’m thankful that my hair hasn’t turned grey yet!

Praveen & I went out to eat chats after a long time.

15 Mar

Finally cleaned my room with help of Amma :) Segregated clothes into two suitcases as function wear & western wear. Keeping the wardrobe minimal. Giving away at least 10 clothes to cleaners.

14 Mar

Got annual eye checkup done. Thankfully, my power remains the same as last year and can continue the same spectacles. In 18 years, my power has increased only slightly, from 0.25 to 1 :) that’s a win!

I wear specs whenever I’m reading, looking at screens, driving.

13 Mar

Watched Dr Khadar Vali’s podcast with Dr Pal. My major takeaway is - Millets is the answer to India’s Health problems & carbon emissions from agriculture. I now feel guilty eating rice & wheat, as if it’s poisonous. Hope to switch to millets completely.

12 Mar

Compared to last 3 years, I’ve been most active since a month! Setting up our new house is exciting. The bamboo basket arrived today which made me so happy :) One more step closer to our ancient lifestyle - Moving away from plastic & steel.

11 Mar

We collected our new EV scooter - Bajaj Chetak 3501 🤩 Praveen wanted to buy 3503, but I truly wanted Pista Green coloured scooter. It was only available in top end variant which costed 20k more along with some additional fancy features. Finally, Praveen made his mind to go for 3501…Yayy! Athe, Doddathe, Chiru, Praveen, Rudrakksh & I went to temple for vehicle pooja :)

10 Mar

Law of attraction really works! Met a distant relative but we got synced in just 30 mins 😊 Like-minded people living healthy lifestyle, following spirituality, their children being taught in Gurukul style of education!

They are my MIL’s Sister’s Granny’s Brother’s Daughter. I was little hesitant if I should go or not..but today’s a great example for “we’ll never know if we won’t try” :) All of us got connected so instantly, in just one meeting..I’m so grateful to have met them! The connection which started because of my mother-in-law — I’ll continue it with Divya and I hope Rudrakksh continues it with Apratim :)

9 Mar

Biggest win for today - Making my eldest Mother-in-law who’s 70+ years old, meet her former colleague :)

After which, I took her to Cave Shiva Temple & Meenakshi Temple in Bannerghatta Road. Followed by dinner at Amma mane. My MIL loved the saagu and gave compliments because it was not spicy at all :)

8 Mar

Celebrated Women’s Day in the best possible way.. by spending time with my mother-in-law and her sisters. Took hoskote doddathe to Mamatha akka house..Shreya & I enjoyed watching T20 Men World Cup together..India won 🤩

7 Mar

Published the second edition of my newsletter ‘Ojas Signals’ which is special edition because it’s women’s day tomorrow. Yayy!

Took Doddathe to famous Kadu Malleshwara Temple, Gangamma Temple and Basavanna Temple :)

6 Mar

Amma Appa stayed with us for 15 days and helped me settle down in new house, while my Athe got her implant treatment done. So grateful for their support. Met my cousins Sanju & her husband who came to return baby bedrail. Also, Doddathe came home after 2 years :)

5 Mar

Watched cricket match with Amma Appa after a long time :) India Vs England T20 Semi-final and India won by 7 runs. We tend to comment about every ball and wholeheartedly enjoyed the thrilling match!

4 Mar

Wrote a quick LinkedIn post, after a week. That feels like a win :)

Another question which I’m often asked - “Did you start working?” Because if women don’t work, the society see them differently.. similar to those men who don’t work..

I remain undisturbed by anyone’s judgements because I want to first focus on my health, my role as a mother.

3 Mar

Exited from all WhatsApp groups! That’s a win, a big win..one more step closer towards digital minimalism. Interestingly, everyone appreciated the idea of exiting WhatsApp groups for less phone usage, more calmer mind :)

2 Mar

Continued arranging items at home. Was disappointed with the white residue left on utensils due to harsh chemical-filled dishwash bars. And I hate the plastic scrubber. So finally found great alternatives - Coconut coir scrubber and woodash powder with neem. Eco-friendly too! The good old Indian way :)

1 Mar

Amma Appa Praveen & I are settling down in our new house.. declutterring, giving away a few things and reusing as much as possible :) Grateful for such a productive day! My resolution is.. I’ll keep my house clean at all times.

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