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Thankful Thursdays:3 Things Guaranteed to Improve my Mood (30)

By Dr.Amrita Basu(MBBS,MS) on July 22, 2018 30

This is week 30 of Thankful Thursdays.That’s 30 times I have said thank you over 30 weeks.Did it make a difference?Absolutely it did.My health is better, happiness quotient is improved and I am coping better with weird people(to some extent)!It just might be I have become less weird or the universe saner.Whatever it is in spite of all the horrors in horrors in Kashmir, the potential situation in Darjeeling, Trump’s ignorance about the Global warning and Ayush advice to pregnant women about abstinence and animal protein, I am still thankful.

Thankful that we have the Indian Army to protect us while we sleep.That I still don’t need to get a gun license

Thankful for staying on course with my health goals inspite of my cook’s absence(The poor dear broke her wrist !)

I am glad my daughter is old enough to understand when moms cooking and doesn’t cry.

3 Things Guaranteed to Improve my Mood

Praying and practicing thankfulness
Gardening
Cuddling my daughter

Praying and Thankfulness

I have practiced thankfulness since 2016 November.Interestingly its 30 weeks now and definitely a habit.

I love counting blessings.Its the most positive thing to give a boost to my week and motivate me to do more.I have a habit of exhaustive overthinking.So much so that it can become anxiety provoking.Thankfulness has been like mindfulness practice.It has helped rewire my brain for more positive thinking and really focus on more productivity and creativity.I have written more, felt happier and more at peace.When you say thank you, weeds .you open up the universe secret door to happiness and a plenty.

Cuddling my daughter

This is mood elevation wrapped up in love.The best way to make any day look brighter is to give a hug and plenty of kisses to my darling daughter./Our time spent together often have quick cuddle breaks when she announces

Mommy put away your work I need a cuddling.

Who wouldn’t like to be cuddle in charge for 5-year-old little angels?I so wish this feeling of hers staysforever..I feel happy whenever I am kissed or hugged.Who does

Gardening

I must have been a bird or a bee in a previous life.I love flowers, trees, weeds.The green color transports me to a peaceful zone in my brain where it doesn’t matter how many long hours of exhaustive work I may have done.Trees and plants I feel have a way of embracing us.Mother nature is truly like a mother’s lap.Pottering about my garden lifts up my mood within 10 minutes.

Thankful Thursdays :3 Things you are Thankful for Improving your mood

The secret tool!

Reading .

I have written about my love of books and this post would be incomplete without mentioning them.my entire life has been charted and planned by books.Those I have read, imbibed and loved.The pages talk to me, I can feel the emotions of the authors and get wiser from their experience.A wonderful way to spend a few hours is to curl up with a cup of tea and a great mystery book.

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The Fragrance Of True Love by Roma Gupta Sinha: Book review #BlogchatterEbooks

By Dr.Amrita Basu(MBBS,MS) on July 19, 2018 2

Before I married and realized life is better than fiction, I was a romance book addict.Mills and Boons were my 3 books a day (at least )diet.When I read Roma’s book blurb, it reminded me of my college days and carefree romance.

What better way to spend a weekend than read a sweet poignant book of young love which battles all odds with plenty of interesting twists to keep it from being just a romance.

The author Roma Gupta Sinha has several books under her belt and is experienced in the art of mingling social issues in a chick lit romance.

The protagonists are sketched out in interesting details with enough mystery to keep this romance a page turner.

Who is this for?

Chicklit lovers, rustic romance, and young adult fiction readers will enjoy reading it.This is the perfect book to spend a weekend afternoon reading curled up in your armchair.

Romance with an underlying thread of social justice to make it interesting

What could have been better?

The background and childhood of the main female character Priyam is too turbulent.Her mother who has suffered as much as her seems to be left without fleshing it out.I felt her character could have been more developed.Meer is a nice character perfect boyfriend material in fact.

So no complaints there.

Would I recommend it?

Recommended for anyone looking for a light breezy romance. Overall an entertaining read.

Download your copy of the book here (Free for a limited time)!

Roma Gupta Sinha

The Fragrance Of True Love

About The Author: Known to the world as Truly Yours Roma, the author Roma Gupta Sinha, has been scribbling her heart out on every little piece of paper she managed to grab, from the age of four. Otherwise a qualified techie with over ten years of experience working all over the globe, she has a knack for telling stories, stories that touch and provoke your soul and stay in your hearts forever. She has been felicitated with numerous awards for her writings including ‘Women of the Year 2015’ and is often found weaving some inspirational words on her blog www.trulyyoursroma.com. She believes she is born for a purpose and yearns each day to be the face of positive change in the society she lives in. This is her second book after her first release ‘Dare to Defy the Destiny’ last year did really well and her maiden attempt on a full-fledged novella. ‘The Fragrance of True Love’ is a soulful tale of two resonating hearts of Priyam and Meer who the author believes have been living in her mind for a long while and she is just a medium to tell their glorifying tale to the world.

Book blurb: Priyam, an avid writer, is a girl who is haunted by her traumatic past but is determined to stay positive and works extremely hard to give herself and her family a happy and comfortable life. However, she is a lone traveler in her journey and she likes it that way. She has built strong walls around herself so that none can hurt her bruised heart ever again. But what happens when true love knocks at her door? Is she able to fight her inner demons and embrace life or she perishes unable to do away with her agonizing past? Dive in to find out how Meer enters her heart in softest steps and what destiny has in store for the lovely duo.

Tell me what you think in the comments below.

Hello Desserts by Tina Basu: Book review #BlogchatterEbooks

By Dr.Amrita Basu(MBBS,MS) on July 19, 2018 2

Are you a woman?Do you have a sweet tooth?If your answer is yes to both the above and you also are juggling time and workload then this dessert cookbook is a must-read.

I love desserts .but stuck in a small town the availability of quality dessert shops are limited.But what happens when I bake?My hubby has a little bit(no sweet tooth ) my daughter has it at most twice, and I have the rest!

That used to be very bad for my health goals and I ended up feeling guilty.I really wanted small portion dessert options which had tried and tested and np fail

My daughter’s school tiffin box needed fresh bakes and making a regular sized cake made no sense.Entry my family’s favorite two recipes from the cookbook by Tina Basu.

My favorite recipes from the cookbook:

Instant Microwave brownie and Quick Banana Bread Mug Cake.

Tina offers exact tips to get that single or at most double serve cake and muffins made fresh in 2 minutes.They are so easy and no fail that I could make them in the morning itself and send fresh.

Believe me, I never thought this was possible.The best part I can keep a small piece of it for me and not feel guilty.

Packed with quick tips, exact time and hassle free recipes this dessert cookbook is a must have for all dessert loving busy people.
(Moms are you listening?)

The basic theme of the book Hello Desserts

Quick dessert recipes.Many options for single serve baked goods and fruit based summer desserts.

The Writing style:

Friendly and the author Tina Basu understands what you are looking for.Friendly but no-nonsense she gives you exactly what she promises.

Hello Desserts by Tina Basu : Cookbook for busy people with sweet tooth

Who should read the book?

Anyone who wants to explore baking or no baking dessert making from scratch or sometimes with a little help from the store.A must have for busy women who have a sweet tooth but wants to cut down on portions.

For moms exploring indulgent snacks made fresh.

What did I love most?

Tina’s style of presenting the recipes without overwhelming the novice cook.Her exact proportions that made after the book a dream.Mouthwatering pictures.(Though a little heavy and was slow to download )

Fruit based desserts.Great recipes to mention in my book for Picky eaters.

What could be better?(If we have to nit-pick)

More optimized image.The book is a whopping 3.98 MB!Maybe image optimization could be explored here.A few recipes appeared similar. But one understands the author’s intention, of helping new cooks explore creativity with the basic framework.Not a negative as such.But food for thought.

Do I recommend it?

Absolutely .It’s a gem wrapped up with all things sweet.Go download it here.

Tina Basu

Hello Desserts

About The Author: Tina Basu is the voice, chef, and photographer behind the food blog – Twinkling Tina Cooks. A former trade marketing and branding professional, Tina is a freelance writer, author, blogger, graphic designer and a food enthusiast.Tina is a self-confessed food obsessed girl and all her love for food is reflected in her food blog. Food is a big part of her life being brought up in a family who loves to eat and feed people in similar gusto. Desserts make her happy. Tina has a special love for no-bake, cold fuss-free desserts – that doesn’t require too many efforts. The recipes in her blog are made with everyday ingredients and simple equipment so that anyone can follow them. This cookbook has easy yet sinful dessert recipes, from her food blog Twinkling Tina Cooks, that will help you through your dinner parties.

Book Blurb: This cookbook has easy yet sinful dessert recipes, from her food blog Twinkling Tina Cooks, that will help you through your dinner parties. Enjoy!

How to Write a Nonfiction Book:The exact steps to find an Idea and Grab it!

By Dr.Amrita Basu(MBBS,MS) on July 19, 2018 26

When I started writing the first book, it was difficult to write. The next books were easier. But the biggest problem is planning the launch. That’s where I am tapping into resources and doing some more challenges. One challenge I am loving is the New Challenge by Ed Dale. If you haven’t heard about it, check it out here.

What am I doing now?

I want my book to reach more people. I am exploring my options and you will be the first person to know all about it.But today I am going to share the behind the scenes of my Blogging in India book series. Writing, blogging, and marketing a book are three different things. If you check the educational qualifications of Indian authors, many have an MBA degree. That’s a happy coincidence. Or is it?

Mythological novelist Ashwin Sanghi has an MBA from Yale.
Chetan Bhagat: IIM Ahmedabad
Rashmi Bansal (Author, entrepreneur): IIM Ahmedabad
Amish Tripathi (Author) – IIM Calcutta

Being a successful authorpreneur needs a different skill set and that’s the fun part. The next half of this year will be an exploration of the mystical world of Authorpreneurship. I adore a challenge and this digital world is the best way to try things without stressing it. The Blogging in India series are the things I missed when I started my blog. That’s why I wrote it. Now comes the fun part.

What should you do today to blog better?

Download the book. Read it schedule your writing calendar to incorporate the challenges. Neuroscience says your brain learn better with challenges than anything else. But while trying out the challenges, you need to focus on three important things:

What is your dream with your blog?
What is the number one problem your writing journey facing?
Why are you doing them?

How I write my books? The exact technique.

Every time I write a blog post on an interesting topic, I jot down all the extra details and research I want to add, but is impossible in a blog post. I keep it in a folder as additional material for the book.

Top tip

If you want to write a nonfiction book,focus on one thing you are passionate about and want to learn more. Now research it. Find the gaps in knowledge in the research material. Write a book to fill the gaps.

My books 7 Blogging Challenges and Starting a Successful Blog in India: Take your blog from Kickstart to Awesome is doing just that.

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Parenting Tips and Tricks by Deepa Gandhi :Book review #BlogchatterEbook

By Dr.Amrita Basu(MBBS,MS) on July 18, 2018 4

Parenting Tips and Tricks by Deepa Gandhi is your “must read” parenting handbook.Experience distilled into stamp-sized bits of wisdom, without any hint of preaching.A difficult topic in life and challenging to write.We parents are snobs.We all know best(obviously) but would love to know the secret hacks a.k.a magic potion, to well-behaved children.

Wait no more, Deepa my #MondayMommyMoments, co-host, kreativemommy, has written just the book for parents, who secretly want a little hand holding without interference.

With a refreshing style and no superficial airs and graces, the author gives us an insight into child psychology and parenting geometry, as an easy mind map.I called it mind map because parenting is a skill taught only in the school of life and it’s a lot to do with our own conditioning.

How we are brought up reflects on our parenting.But that’s not always good.So what to do?

For that, you have Deepa’s books which is written with just the right amount of self-deprecating humor to prevent it becoming heavy.A topic which I would love to know more about, without fearing overload.A light touch, but with a depth of feeling, this book ticks all the right boxes for me.

What did I love most?

The disclaimer is a gem.It’s so cute, I want to frame it.I am a parent in the process too.Any mistakes should not be a cross against me.

Each chapter takes you across the common worries of parents.I liked when she talks about parent guilt.We all suffer pangs of guilt, no matter how much we try.Deepa talks about making children independent, developing empathy and kindness.Qualities which are hard to write about or teach , if one doesn’t believe.The honest and sincere way the author has touched on these topics show a great deal of understanding of human nature.

Who is this book for?

All would be parents, New parents, second-time parents, want to be better parents,make-it-easier for me, parents.It can also be the perfect gift for new moms!

What did I wish for?

Deepa is a nutrition expert and a freelance dietician, I am hoping she will include some quick healthy recipes for picky eaters, with the next edition of this book.

Get the book now, by clicking the link below!

Parenting Tips & Tricks

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About The Author: Deepa Gandhi is a post-graduate in Foods and Nutrition. She is a freelance Dietician and a writer in many fields like parenting, health care, and travel. She shares her experiences as a mom and as a nutritionist in her blog www.kreativemommy.com. She also enjoys teaching dance to small kids and ladies. She has a wealth of experience in choreographing for different events. As a mom and as a teacher, she is passionate about everything creative. She tries many meaningful activities that are engaging, and always fun for kids. Deepa traveled a lot after marriage and now stays with her husband and two daughters in Bangalore.

Book Blurb: Are you tired of finding new ways to make kids understand? Are you looking for answers to your parenting questions? Parenting is fun And this E-book shows you how. Do not push your kids too much and let them be. Always encourage them to be and strong. Be a happy parent and let your kids be happy too. These and much more such tips and tricks from an experienced mom. A parent’s guide to raising happy, insightful, creative and generous kids. Parenting blogger Deepa Gandhi believes parenting is easy, only if we remember to stay calm and enjoy parenthood. It is an insight from a learning and evolving mom.

Did you read this book?If not go download now!Comment below to let me know your opinion about parenting challenges you faced.

26 Favorite Foods & A Little Bit of Me by Mayuri Nidigallu:Book review #BlogchatterEbook

By Dr.Amrita Basu(MBBS,MS) on July 18, 2018 13

26 Favorite Foods & A Little Bit of Me by Mayuri Nidigallu is a part of #BlogchatterEbook review program.
I am a little biased about Mayuri.I have probably read her 13-year-old blog posts too!But when I started reading 26 Favourite foods, I didn’t know what to expect.Mostly because I haven’t read a lot of food stories.But I was in for a surprise!

Basic theme of the book

Mayuri the author takes you across India with her favorite foods and a trip down memory lane.
Her food stories are lip-smackingly delicious.Evoking nostalgia, exciting senses, making you salivate as you quickly read through this wittily written book.
This book is compiled like an A to Z of her favorites, but can also be A to Z of Indian food.
Some purists may say

But she has included Xmas cake?

I would say,

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The Writing style:

If you want the quirky delicious, hard to find food stories, with personality, then this is the book for you.The best part, Mayuri the author has woven her own stories with the food.It’s like fusion food, where both cuisines retain their beauty and together make it unique.
It’s a get to know your author journey too.The beautiful experience of an author memoir, with a collector-worthy list of Indian foods, which few know about.

Who should read the book?

Anyone who wants a great reading experience and loves Indian food like I do, book .must download and readbook.
My favorite is Belgavi Kunda, Ghewar and the two Bengali sweets(no spoilers ), she has mentioned.The authors taste in food is impeccable.But what’s even better, is her nuanced description of each type of food.For the uninitiated, reading about Belgavi may be weird.But rest assured , Mayuri’s words will make it come alive.

26 Favorite foods & A little bit of me :Mayuri Nidigallu — 26 Favorite foods & A Little Bit Of Me :Mayuri Nidigallu

What could be better?

I absolutely loved the book.The only thing which I want is hyperlinked recipe links.Somehow they were not clickable.But I did find them on her blog!

Highly recommended book for readers who love an entertaining read and knowledge, wrapped in a good reading experience.Get the book now, by clicking the link below
26 Favorite foods & A little Bit Of Me.

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About The Author: Mayuri Nidigallu is a Tarot Card Reader by Profession and a Writer by design. Since she already knows what the future holds, she enjoys unwrapping the present. Mayuri has been a Magazine Columnist and Freelance Writer and you can now read her Creative Writing, Reviews, Travelogues, Recipes and Food Stories on her site, Sirimiri – The Lifestyle Blogazine at www.sirimiri.in. Mayuri is a Punjabi, born and brought up in Bombay, married to a Telugu and currently living in Bangalore. Her palate has tasted a lot of flavors and eaten food with unpronounceable names (wait to read her post for the letter P to find out more) and relished its food journey.

Book Blurb: There is no sincerer love than the love of food, said George Bernard Shaw and I couldn’t agree more! Food is a nourisher, food is a celebration and food is a memory that connects us to people and to our past. Everybody has a list of food they love and so do I. Come along with me as I share my 26 Favourite Foods and A Little Bit of Me, and attempt to recreate the flavours my palate has tasted, through my words for you, as I walk you down memory lane sharing my moments associated with each.

Download the book today!Before you go, don’t forget to let me know about your favorite food, in the comments below!

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Thankful Thursdays:3 Things Guaranteed to Improve my Mood (30)

3 Things Guaranteed to Improve my Mood