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KERALA FLOODS:Help Rehabilitate(Long term goals)

By Dr.Amrita Basu(MBBS,MS) on August 26, 2018 6

The Kerala floods are devastating. Man’s folly and nature’s fury, whatever it is, survival and rehabilitation need to be done. Last year West Bengal had terrible floods. Assam too was flooded, but the extent of flooding in Kerala this year was a horror story. A horror stories which has made the rich, poor and middle class homeless. Rehabilitation is a long time process.

The long-term challenges for Kerala flood rehabilitation will include:

How to make drinking water safe.
How to manage waste disposal.
Manage health, education and rebuilding infrastructure.
Rebuilding public infrastructure and private property is going to be a long process.

While you have all contributed to the best of your abilities, this is going to be an ongoing process. In order to help Kerala, your help will need to be there for the long run. But in this, we have another problem. A problem of insight, patience, and persistence. While the devastation happened almost at once, the rebuilding will take years. The charitable activities will need continuous goodwill and should not be mixed with negativity of any kind. In times of need, every rupee counts.

My service for Kerala”

If you have donated for, Kerala, if your friends or family has done or you are planning to do email me at dramrita@healthwealthbridge.com with a screenshot of the receipt (blacken out the amount part) I will do something for you,

1)Answer two health queries /answer 2 questions about Medical education in India Or

2)Answer 5 queries about starting your own blog or making your blog better. Or

3)Gift you one of my books.

What else can you do ?

You can pray for the people of Kerala. Write about it and spread awareness.
Offer a service to help raise funds or help people of Kerala
You can prevent deforestation and uprooting of trees which help hold the soil together.
You can promote awareness about keeping river beds free of construction activities.
You can continue to contribute towards rebuilding Kerala.

Whenever you do anything for Kerala tag me on twitter and I will always retweet. Let’s do this together!

5 Steps for Daily Soul Care which Help #ThankfulThursdays

By Dr.Amrita Basu(MBBS,MS) on August 23, 2018 15

I get bored easily, my Achilles heel.

I need to learn something new, challenge my brain constantly, otherwise its mind-numbingly greyish brown brain sludge! Are you getting the picture? I have several ways to keep my brain happy and my soul singing. Today I will share five ways I practice daily soul care. Maybe it will help you too.

5 Steps for Daily Soul Care which Help

1)I wake up in the morning with a happy thought. Something to look forward too.Maybe an early afternoon off! Maybe a holiday to plan, or a good book coming from Amazon.

2)We always breakfast together as a family. The start of the day should have a protein-rich breakfast enjoyed together as a family.

3)Read a few pages of a good book. It may be fiction or nonfiction. Read a few blogs I have bookmarked .aScan the newspaper for important news

4)Drink water. Water helps you battle a lot of things. Then I water my plants while talking to them. I feel plants grow better when you talk to them. If you look at my balcony gardens you will understand that I talk a lot with them. They seem to like it.Dr.Jagadish Chandra Bose researching the ability of plants to understand sound happened years before but the modern man never uses this special power.

5)Doodle with my daughter in the afternoon or before bedtime. This is our unique bonding time. She draws and we both color or we both doddle and color. Its like we sync together when we do this.I love how this helps me understand her thoughts and see them take shape on paper.

Soulcare and self-care go hand in hand. Your health needs complete physical, mental and social well-being and not just the absence of disease. That’s why each person can be healthy if they just took care and kept their insight alive.

The biggest problem:

You forget to look inside. While blaming everything around, you forget to listen to your soul. Don’t be that person.

One thing I avoid

I avoid negative people whatever it takes. Ages before someone told me, how people behave and talk about others, shows more about them than the person they talk about. Gossip is not a good thing. The company makes you want to indulge and you have that feeling of wasting time. All my life I have tried to choose my company with care. If things have not worked out, I prefer to let it go. Its difficult for me, but the only thing which works. There seems to be no way to correct course, without hurting others. In situations like this words are difficult and some people enjoy the vitriol. I focus on what I want and skip the rest. I listen to my soul.

Whats your way of taking care of your soul? Do you listen to your soul? Comment below to let me know.

Goan Food Pop Up Kolkata

By Dr.Amrita Basu(MBBS,MS) on August 14, 2018 2

I went to Goa in March.Loved the sea, people, food everything.

In Kolkata, there was few scope for authentic Goan cuisine.But worry no more. The “Ai Saiba!!” Goan and Portuguese Food Fest is coming up and you have till 5th August to book your seat.

If you have heard of exotic pop up restaurants, then you will know what to expect here.Great food, fun and real people who bond over their love of authentic cuisines and warm hospitality.

What you should know about

It is organized by Ashvamedh is a food centric event management and catering company.
Trying to bring in new and lesser available cuisines in Kolkata
Starting with Goan food on 6th Aug, for celebrating Rakshabandhan and friendship day.
All bookings will be accepted until 5th. Tickets are being issued for the event. Call, pay and collect the tickets.
No walk ins during the fest.
Ai Saiba will revolve around authentic Goan and Portuguese-Goan cuisine.
There will be table singers
8.Interactive activities among the guests will be part of the fun.
Fresh, fun and homely ambiance
Recreation of old Goan home ambiance, relaxed and fancy-free.
Limited seats. No overcrowding.

Charges for the one day Goan Food Pop Up are :

Rs 1000/head
Rs 650/kid (5 yrs to 9 Yrs)
Below 5 yrs no charge, abv 9 yrs full charge
Group of 3+ heads Rs 900/head

Parmanu movie:My Thoughts on Pokhran

By Dr.Amrita Basu(MBBS,MS) on August 12, 2018 1

Pokhran test in 1998 is a time in history which changed how India was viewed by the world. Those in power always want to stay powerful. They find ways to stop others from growing powerful.But India no longer wanted to be a victim of circumstances and greed of more powerful nations!

India is a country which in 2500 years,has never invaded another territory. But has been invaded multiple times by foreign powers-APJ Abdul Kalam (President of India)

That’s why India needed to become a nuclear power. The logic was simple. If you want to keep your home safe, you make your own home stronger. That’s what our Government, under the leadership of Atal Bihari Vajpayee made India a Nuclear power.

Pokhran Nuclear test: What was it?

Pokhran was India’s second nuclear test. It happened in Rajasthan, in Indian Army’s Pokhran test range. The hot arid deserts helped keep India’s secret safe.

Pokhran Nuclear tests: The why?

USA, Russia, UK, France, and China already were nuclear powers before 1967 .and though they signed the in a treaty on Nonproliferation of Nuclear weapons, have yet to destroy their entire stash of nuclear warheads. The treaty said they would help when in need. But imagine your neighbor having that kind of power. That won’t help you sleep peacefully.

One country was from which we had wrested freedom and one more who shares several borders with India, was already a nuclear power. An unscrupulous neighbor who could never be trusted. What the Government did is called Preventive medicine like vaccines, or strategic defense. However you look at it, a foreign nation will think twice about attacking India. It serves as a warning.

Every Action has an Equal an opposite reaction:Newtons’ Third law !

Not something which helped India sleep peacefully. It was time to get stronger, not to attack but to defend. That’s the why behind India’s birth as a Nuclear power.

Who all did it?

The scientists at DRDO and Bhabha Atomic Research Centre.
Indian Army
Government of India

APJ Abdul Kalam :The chief of DRDO during Pokhran

What Pokhran Achieved?

India tested five Nuclear warheads. One fusion and Four fission. The developing and testing was under such secrecy to avoid detection by eyes in the sky. The passion,.courage, and dedication of the scientists and politicians who made this possible make them superheroes.I t also sent out a strong message to the world.

Indians believe in nonviolence, but we can protect our own.
Enough of being invaded.L oving and caring for neighbors is fine, but if the same neighbor attack or cast aspirations on our motherland, we are prepared.
India and Indians appreciate their Independence .It will never allow a foreign power to invade and take over again.
India has the brains and brawns to stand with the most advanced nations in this world.
India will stand by its own word to its citizen, they will be kept safe.
India can keep a secret.
India is an ancient land and the people value their motherland to keep it safe.
India is a responsible nuclear power.

You can catch this amazing movie of valor, Indian intelligence, Indian scientists and a wise Government who knew it was time to act. Whether it was foresight, historical perspective or good intelligence, is for us to guess and for them to know then Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) chief APJ Abdul Kalam who later become our Late President famously said, nuclear weapons were for “national security”

[bctt tweet=”That’s what Pokhran gave India: National security! ” username=”misra_amrita”]

The Critical view:

Is it overly simplistic? Is it a nationalistic viewpoint without sense? Is it propaganda? Nuclear power is destructive, why risk it?

My answers:

It’s not simple, but a cinematic representation of an event whose entire details cannot be revealed, because of national security.
It is nationalistic and I find no harm in that.
It is not propaganda but a necessary part of modern India, you should know about.

Nuclear power is destructive, but it can be used for constructive purposes. Both fission and fusion happens simultaneously inside the sun, What will you call the sun? Science and technology are rarely evil or good. Their application and the people behind them, decide the nature of the action. India will never be the first to use the nuclear weapons. Our ex-Prime Minister Mr.Vajpayee promised that. He also wanted India to be safe.

Pokhran was needed and the Parmanu movie is a spy thriller! It’s a must watch, to know how India hoodwinked foreign intelligence and become a Nuclear power!

This Independence Day, let’s celebrate India’s journey in becoming a super-power country of the world! On August 15, 12 Noon, Zee Cinema brings to us ‘India Ka Superpower Moment’ with the World T.V. Premier of Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran

Eco-friendly Decorating plans for our New Home in Kolkata: The plan (Step 1).

By Dr.Amrita Basu(MBBS,MS) on August 8, 2018 41

When you are studying away from home, working away from home, its time to make a home where you are.That’s what I learned when I read Love the Home you have and decided to do exactly that. Buying and maintaining homes in all the places you travel is not for you and me. Making a cozy cocoon, wherever I live, is right up my sleeve. With the stress of the profession and creative pursuits, my home needs to be peaceful.

The good news this week

The home we bought in Kolkata, a few years back is almost ready for possession. The effective word is almost!

I have mixed feelings. I have prayed for this day but now we are roughly 9 h 23 min (360.1 km) via NH12 and SH 7 away from this home. If you know the roads of West Bengal, then you know the problem! If not I will avoid giving you boring details. But you understand, right?

So now we have two things to plan
1)What to do?
2)How to do?
Universe are you listening?

The current plan

Get it done slowly as and when we can manage.

The next plan
Pray hard for a miracle!

The fun part

Dreaming about home decor, browsing Houzz, BHG, and Pinterest and knowing its research is fun! I have decided to find those elements, furnishing and decor items which help bring peace and serenity in our home.

[bctt tweet=” A peaceful home is a happy home!” username=”misra_amrita”]
The philosophy is great, dreams I have plenty and Pinterest boards full of favourite ideas.
But the real work will need to be done. The only way I could even start thinking about it is when I decide I will blog about it. One problem, one blog post . That should work right?

The problem with decorating a new home is it’s exciting and terrifying at the same time.Should you ask the interior decorator friend? Should you hire the best interior decorator of the town, if you have the budget? Should you just talk to the friendly carpenter and ask him to follow those saved pictures from Pinterest, Insta, and Houzz? That could be tricky!

This decision is more difficult than what to cook for dinner. But I have a solution. I am writing down all my ideas, then going to make chits with all my options and pick up a chit blindfolded. Will that work?

I don’t think so! But I am determined. When there’s a will there’s always a way.

Photo by Brett Mickan Interior Design – More living room photos

What I have decided for my home in Kolkata

1)Find out all the areas of the home which needs work. One word, everything.

Bedrooms
Guest room/Family room/Library /Home office/HomeGym with the climbing wall?This is one room.
Living space
Verandah
Kitchen
Bathrooms

Work needed

Paint
Furnishing
Woodwork
Kitchen stuff and home appliances
https://healthwealthbridge.com/thursdaytreelovebalcony-garden-ideas-india/Balcony Garden set up.I want a totally independent self-watering no fuss system.I want to check for a waste disposal system which will be no mess.Planning self sustaining homes is a good way to create a green home.
Lighting options and I don’t like false ceilings!

I am a big fan of no-fuss, clean airy spacious designs, with lots of natural elements, which need a minimalcleaning up.

Home paint and colours

I want a lead free paint. Need to choose from Asian Paints/Berger Paints/Nerolac. I really like the Royale Atmos by Asian Paints and considering it for my home. It’s an interesting way to make my walls help clean the indoor air! (The video was part of a campaign but I really liked the concept).Low VOC is a high priority for the paint we choose.It should also be easy to clean and look good.

You will be getting all the behind the scenes fun stuff on my YouTube channel as I get the home ready.

One color throughout or signature color in rooms?Feature wall or not? Not a fan and I don’t like textured walls. Most of the time I want to iron out the creases. It’s weird but that’s what I feel.

Should I like a mural? Wallpapers?Green walls?Yes for murals and green walls. I would love to have vertical gardens in all my rooms. But the budget and practical issues will need to be taken into account. Will I want window treatments? Sliding doors or folding doors? Modular wooden kitchen or steel kitchen?
Functional and blissful. That’s my plan . I can dream, right?

5 Wishes for my home:

#1 I want to find a home wherever I live with my family. Seriously this is something me and hubby believe deeply. You can travel, live in rented places, but if you have a loving family to come home to, any place can be home.

#2 Attachment to places and walls happen, but I want to create feelings and memories. That’s the reason I focus my energy and creativity in finding the right furniture and furnishings.

#3 I want a fresh, clean and green home. Think solar panels, clean water, energy saving lights and Vertical gardening. If I can find the right person to set up, then maybe an Aquaponics kitchen garden. I tend to get carried away when it comes to gardening.But its for a good cause.

Photo by KNS ARCHITECTS PVT.LTD – Search terrace & balcony pictures

#4 I want a library with all my Feluda and Enid Blyton’s and everything in between. Imagine a cozy rocking chair, well-lighted room, green plants and surrounded by books. Bliss!

Photo by – Search living room design ideas

Photo by elliotwalsh.co.uk – Search home office pictures

#5 I am planning a rock climbing wall. When its ready you are invited to come climbing with me!

Why it’s important to avoid overwhelm and have a plan

The stress of living in a different place and having a home in another one means we will be traveling. Since in this case air travel is not an option we will have to travel by rail. It’s hectic for adults and with a six-year-old, we need to do some smart planning. But I believe when there’s a will there’s a way and I have always been blessed!

My next step
Virtual home décor sites and you my friend will be seeing what I try. Give me your best tips in the comments for the new home decor, the stress-free way.

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My Journey from Mohali to St.Petersburg by Ananya Kamboj #Footballforfriendship

By Dr.Amrita Basu(MBBS,MS) on August 3, 2018 12

Sports and games are a part of childhood. But they are also a big part of character building. That’s what shines through Ananya Kamboj’s debut writing journey.T his young author travels from Mohali in Punjab, to Russia learning the language of friendship and football. She goes with stars in her eyes and dreams in her heart and comes back to spread hope. While reading about successful young goodwill ambassadors, she learns about the common thread they shared.

[bctt tweet=”They started at a very young age, they loved what they did, they were determined to pursue success…@KambojAnanya” username=”misra_amrita”]

What’s interesting is Ananya embodies all this and more.

My Journey from Mohali to St.Petersburg by Ananya Kamboj: Book Summary

The article she submitted for F4F was on the extraordinary social work of Mr. Gurmangal Dass Sony who took it upon himself to wipe out the scrounge of drug addiction among youths. A young author, writing about a once in a lifetime experience made me curious. It’s not easy to travel away from family and learn from it. That’s what Ananya Kamboj does. The Football for Friendship programme was something she wanted to participate in. She got a chance while sharing the story of an inspiring man who fights against drug abuse. The Youth Football club Rurka Kalan in Chandigarh, Mr.Gurmangal Dass Soni, and Ananya’s story makes a deep impact. Surprisingly insightful book for an author of her age.

What are the values Football and sports can teach?

Equality
Fairness
Health
Peace
Devotion
Victory
Traditions
Honour

Ananya tells us about the importance of the spirit of teamwork. She talks about how football is a complete exercise involving running, jogging, aerobics and endurance tests. She talks about how during the F4F programme she got to meet young journalists from 64 countries. How they played together and laughed together.

Book Review

Genre: Nonfiction. Written like a memoir.

What I liked best

The honest and simple way this girl has summed up the problems plaguing the world and her insights about a possible way to help the youth walk on the correct path.

What was my favorite insight from the book?

Ananya talks about Honour. Honouring rules, teammates, and opponents are an important part of any St.Petersburg important in life. The discipline and lessons of sports are character building and that what Ananya’ explains through her book.

Who should you gift this to?

A book like this is a must read for children, young adults and parents, to understand why extracurricular activities including sports are much-needed for a better future.Recommended for self developement.

What could be even better?

A young author always needs to be celebrated. Starting this journey at a tender age of thirteen is not easy.I would have loved to know how she managed her school work, with this responsibility. How did she cope without her family in Petersburg? After all, thirteen is young!

Get the book here

About the Author

Ananya Kamboj is thirteen.S he is born and brought up in Mohali, Punjab. Her hobbies are reading, writing and playing football. Books open up a whole new world for her .and she reads whenever she has time. Ananya’s favorite book is Matilda by Roald Dahl. Ananya’s inspiration behind her book is her parents. She aspires to be a journalist.

Book Blurb

My Journey from Mohali to St. Petersburg is the reminiscence of young Ananya Kamboj’s eight eventful days spent in St. Petersburg, Russia for the Football for Friendship (F4F) programme, an international children’s social programme that aims to promote youth sports and foster tolerance and respect toward other cultures and ethnicities. Once back, she decided to pen down her journey.
What a year 2017 was! Ananya decided to share about the things she learned and experienced in Russia as well as about the importance of football, particularly in countries like India.Come join Ananya’s journey from Mohali to St. Petersburg. She believes that the “powerful lessons and insights” in the book that she has shared are lessons for all of us.

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