Remember that looming recession? Economists entered 2023 bracing for a US recession. Phew! No recession or another market crash so far. The US economy propelled by stronger than expected job growth and steady consumer spending despite high inflation, has remained rather resilient statistically. In the most recent investor survey from Bank of America Merrill Lynch,…

One of the things that meditators do every day is performing Surya Namaskar before each meditation session. Surya Namaskar, also known as Sun Salutation, is a series of yoga poses or postures performed in a sequence. It’s a traditional practice that originated in India. With the global spread of yoga, Surya Namaskar gained popularity outside…

Nobody is crazy. There is really nothing to “see” here and I’m not doing much these days. Things have slowed down a bit. Still, most markets finished the week in the green as inflation cooled in the US and eurozone. The S&P 500 added +1.0% and Nasdaq rose +0.5% as the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge…

I have always reminded my children that it is perfectly alright if they choose not to be “active” on social media. It is a personal choice and everyone has different ways of staying connected and informed. They do not have to be part of the trend to look “cool” to their friends. The idea that…

People have diverse beliefs and perspectives. I usually avoid engaging in arguments or debates about certain things especially personal beliefs. Everyone is entitled to their own opinions or positions, and it is okay to agree to disagree. I find more value sharing my experiences or insights with those who are open or positive to what…