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  • Morning Routine: Between To-Do Lists and Little Joys | Nihshabd

    Morning Routine: Between To-Do Lists and Little Joys | Nihshabd

    Tell us about your morning routine.

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    My Morning Routine: A Little Bit of Everything, and a Little Bit of Me

    My morning routine doesn’t come with a snooze button for responsibilities. Monday or Sunday, the day begins, and apparently, the universe expects me to show up. 😂

    But somewhere between the sunrise and my first cup of coffee, I often catch myself doing something wonderfully unproductive: simply enjoying the moment.

    The sky turns beautiful, the morning light sneaks through the window, and for a few minutes, the world seems to have nowhere urgent to be. If it rains, the little girl inside me wants to fold a paper boat and set it sailing. No deadlines, no destinations, just a boat, a puddle and an imagination that doesn’t need Wi-Fi.

    Of course, I am also an adult. So the paper boat has to compete with a rather impressive list of responsibilities. Childhood was so much simpler. We could spend an entire afternoon making a boat out of paper. Now we need to schedule the nostalgia! 😄

    Healthy Morning Habits: Taking Care of Myself

    My morning routine also includes a little exercise and my homemade wellness potion: ajwain, jeera, saunf, methi, black pepper, ginger and lemon, all boiled together. It’s my way of reminding myself that looking after my health cannot always be postponed until a more convenient day.

    We make time for so many things and people; surely, our own well-being deserves a place on that list, too.

    This is something my mother-in-law taught me, and it’s a lesson I’ve come to value more with time: taking care of ourselves shouldn’t always come last. ❤️

    Then there’s my creative mind, which apparently has no concept of office hours. A thought for a blog post pops up while I’m doing something else. I rush to note it down before it disappears into the mysterious black hole where forgotten ideas live. An illustration starts taking shape in my head, and somewhere in between, a very practical question interrupts the artist in me: What on earth am I cooking today?

    Creativity is wonderful, but apparently, it doesn’t exempt anyone from deciding what’s for lunch. 😂

    Finding Peace in My Morning Routine

    After the school rush and seeing my husband off to work, I finally get a little time for myself. Pooja, meditation, and a few moments of quiet. No elaborate plans to transform my life before breakfast. Just a little pause to breathe, gather my thoughts and feel grounded before the day unfolds.

    I’ve come to appreciate these little rituals. Exercise reminds me to care for my body. Meditation gives my mind room to breathe. Writing and illustration allow me to explore the thoughts and ideas that make me feel like myself. And those quiet moments in between remind me that I am more than the things I do for everyone else.

    Perhaps that’s the secret I’ve been discovering in my ordinary mornings: a full life doesn’t have to mean a life lived in a hurry.

    Finding Joy in Everyday Life

    We often imagine that happiness will arrive when the work is finished, the house is in order, the responsibilities are taken care of and we finally have some free time.

    But have you noticed how the to-do list seems to reproduce when nobody is watching? Finish one task, and two more appear. It’s practically performing mitosis! 🤣

    If we keep waiting for everything to be done before we allow ourselves to enjoy life, we might spend a very long time waiting.

    My morning routine reminds me to find little pockets of happiness right in the middle of everyday life. To notice a beautiful sunrise even when the day is busy. To follow a creative thought instead of dismissing it as something I can do later. To make room for healthy habits, quiet moments and the occasional ridiculous idea involving a paper boat.

    Because life isn’t happening after the responsibilities are over. It’s happening while we’re living through them.

    And maybe we don’t need a completely different life to feel happier. Maybe we need to pay a little more attention to the life we already have.

    Maybe a beautiful life isn’t one where we have nothing to do. Maybe it’s one where, amid everything we have to do, we still find things that make us feel alive.

    And tomorrow morning, if you happen to see a paper boat floating in a puddle, don’t judge the adult who made it.

    She might simply have remembered how to be happy without a reason. ☀️❤️

    ❤️ A Little Question for You 🦋

    What makes your mornings special? Is it that first cup of coffee, a quiet moment to yourself, the sunrise outside your window, or something entirely unexpected?

    Tell me in the comments. I’d love to know about the little things that make your ordinary days beautiful.

    And if this post reminded you to slow down and enjoy life’s little moments, share it with someone who might need that reminder, too.

    Until The Next Whisper,

    —Rajeshwari 🧿💕

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    Learning to Dance with the Waves

  • Side Hustle Ideas I’d Actually Enjoy Doing 😂

    Side Hustle Ideas I’d Actually Enjoy Doing 😂

    What are your favorite side-hustle ideas?

    What Are Your Favorite Side-Hustle Ideas? Mine Come With a Proudly Mum Clause! 😂

    When someone asks about my favourite side-hustle ideas, you won’t hear me say, “Wake up at 5 a.m. and become a millionaire before breakfast.” 😂

    I prefer realistic side hustles—things I enjoy, skills I already have, and work I can do from home.

    But my most important full-time designation?

    Proudly Mum. ❤️

    No fixed hours, no annual appraisal, and definitely no work-life balance! 😂

    1. Writing — One of My Favourite Side Hustle Ideas! ✍️

    Writing is one of my favourite side hustles for women because it can begin with nothing more than a laptop, an internet connection and a head full of thoughts.

    Blogging, freelance writing, captions, personal essays and newsletters can all become ways to make extra income.

    My office can be wherever I find a reasonably comfortable chair and a cup of coffee. ☕😂

    A little piece of my heart, written into a beautiful evening. 🌅❤️

    2. Digital Illustration — A Creative Side Hustle Idea 🎨

    If you love drawing, digital illustration can become one of those flexible creative side hustles that actually feels like fun.

    Custom portraits, fashion illustrations, wedding illustrations, social media artwork and personalised designs are all possibilities.

    Of course, there is one tiny problem.

    You start drawing for “just 30 minutes”…

    Three hours later, you’re still adjusting one eyebrow. 😂

    Client work — bringing a wedding vision to life through digital illustration. ❤️✨
    Client work — creating a personalised Save the Date with a little creative touch. 💍✨

    3. Creating Books — Because One Idea Is Never Just One Idea 📚

    I especially love the idea of creating illustrated children’s books, where writing and art come together. 📚🦋

    And if you’re anything like me, the difficult part isn’t getting an idea.

    It’s deciding which of the 47 ideas currently living in your head deserves attention first. 😂

    Side hustle ideas for creating a children's book featuring Daisy the Little Deer
    Creating an illustrated children’s book is one of my favourite side hustle ideas.

    4. Handmade Crafts — Crochet, Art & Everything In Between 🧶

    Crochet, embroidery, handmade décor and personalised art can also become great work from home ideas.

    The beauty of handmade work is that people aren’t just buying an object.

    They’re buying your time, creativity and patience.

    Although sometimes, after spending six hours making something, you look at it and think:

    “Maybe I should have just bought it.” 😂

    But then you make another one anyway.

    That’s creativity for you.

    Handmade with a little patience, a little creativity, and lots of love. 🌼💛

    5. Content Creation — Sharing What You Already Love 📱

    Blogging and social media can also become part of your best side hustles if you genuinely enjoy creating content.

    You can share your writing, artwork, recipes, life experiences, humour, tutorials or things you’ve learned along the way.

    You don’t necessarily have to become an overnight influencer.

    Sometimes, just showing up consistently and being yourself is enough.

    And yes, I said consistent.

    I’m still working on that one. 😂

    Side hustle ideas through content creation
    Creating content can turn your ideas and creativity into a side hustle.

    What Makes a Good Side Hustle?

    For me, it’s simple: something you enjoy, something that fits into your life, and something that uses a skill you already have.

    Your writing, art, craft or knowledge could become a side hustle—or simply remain something you love doing.

    Because honestly, not every hobby needs to become a business. Sometimes, happiness is enough. ❤️

    Over to You 💬

    What’s your favourite side hustle—or a hobby you’d love to turn into one?

    Tell me in the comments. I might just discover my next little obsession! 😂❤️

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    Until The Next Whisper,

    —Rajeshwari 🧿💕

    © NihshabdThe Silent Stories That Speak to the Soul. All Rights Reserved. 

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    Work-Life Balance, Homemaker Edition

  • Simple Exercises to Do at Home: A Mom’s Honest Version 😂

    Simple Exercises to Do at Home: A Mom’s Honest Version 😂

    What are five simple exercises to do at home?

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    What Are Five Simple Exercises to Do at Home?

    A Mom’s Honest Version! 😂

    If you ask me what the simple exercises to do at home are, especially when you’re a busy mom, my list would look something like this.

    You don’t need a fancy gym or expensive equipment for these easy exercises at home. Sometimes, all you need is a little space—and whatever time you can steal from your children! 😂

    1. Simple Exercises to Do at Home: Wall Push-ups

    Simple, easy and no equipment. Just look at the wall and think—
    “Today, I’m definitely going to do it!” 😄

    They help strengthen your chest, shoulders and arms without putting too much pressure on your joints.

    2. Simple Exercises to Do at Home: Glute Bridges

    A little exercise, a little stretching… and a little thinking about what to pack for the kids’ school tomorrow. 😂

    As a result, they help strengthen your glutes, hips and lower back while improving overall lower-body strength.

    And as a bonus, you might even solve the next day’s tiffin problem while doing them! 😂

    3. Simple Exercises to Do at Home: Squats

    Moms already do squats so many times a day—

    “Pick this up from the floor… pick that up too… who threw this here?”

    Now we’re just giving it the official name of exercise. 😁

    Besides strengthening your legs and glutes, squats can also make everyday movements easier.

    4. Simple Exercises to Do at Home: Jumping Jacks

    And if you have two boys, believe me, you don’t need any explanation about the importance of cardio.

    Running after them is enough! 😂

    Only a mother of two boys will understand this. He he he!

    At the same time, they’re a simple way to get your heart rate up and your whole body moving.

    5. Yoga & Breathing Exercises for Busy Moms 🧘‍♀️

    Especially breathing exercises.

    Because sometimes, a mom needs deep breathing more than exercise. 😂

    “One… two… three… breathe in… and breathe out all the nonsense the kids just did!” 😁

    Yoga and breathing exercises can help with flexibility, relaxation and stress management.

    For women looking for simple home exercises, yoga and mindful breathing can also be a gentle way to add movement and relaxation to a busy day.

    Five simple exercises for a stronger, happier mom. ❤️

    And one little piece of advice for every mom… ❤️

    Give yourself a few quiet minutes for meditation.

    Meditation may not technically be an exercise, but it can be a beautiful form of mental rest.

    Even 5–10 minutes of sitting quietly, focusing on your breath and allowing your thoughts to settle can help you pause, relax and become more mindful of how you’re feeling.

    For busy moms, those few quiet minutes can feel like a tiny vacation without actually leaving the house. ❤️

    And honestly, mothers spend so much of their day taking care of everyone else.

    Sometimes, you need to sit with yourself too. ❤️

    No cooking.
    No cleaning.
    No “Mumma, where is my…?” 😂
    No repeating the same instruction for the 101st time.

    Just you, your breath and a few quiet minutes.

    Think of it as putting your mind on silent mode for a little while. 😌🧘‍♀️

    Because honestly, as a mom, finding time for exercise feels no less than going on an expedition.

    Running after the kids,
    repeating the same thing 100 times,
    and putting back all the things they have thrown around…

    We get tired too, guys! 😂

    And please don’t think we haven’t trained them to put things back in their place.

    We absolutely have.

    Properly. 😌

    It’s just that whatever they think is actually important somehow finds its way back to its place on its own.

    The rest?

    Apparently, that’s not their headache. 😂😂

    So, for a homemaker, expecting ourselves to find time for exercise can sometimes feel like preparing to go to war.

    Still…

    For our own satisfaction,
    for ourselves,
    and to stay fit…

    we do manage to squeeze in some exercise. ❤️

    Because staying active isn’t just about looking fit.

    It is important for your body, your mind and your overall well-being.

    A Simple 10-Minute Mom Workout 🌸

    If you’re wondering how to actually fit these simple exercises to do at home into a busy day, don’t overcomplicate it.

    Try this beginner-friendly routine:

    • Wall Push-ups: 8–10 reps
    • Glute Bridges: 10–12 reps
    • Squats: 8–10 reps
    • Jumping Jacks: 20–30 seconds
    • Yoga or Breathing Exercises: 2–3 minutes
    • Meditation: 5 minutes, if you have the time

    You don’t have to do everything perfectly, and you don’t have to finish the whole routine every single day.

    Even 10 minutes of movement is better than waiting for that mythical “free time” that somehow never arrives when you’re a mom. 😂

    Start small. Stay consistent. Listen to your body.

    A gentle reminder ❤️

    You don’t have to exercise until you’re exhausted for it to count. Start at a comfortable level and gradually increase the intensity as you feel able.

    If you have an injury, ongoing pain, dizziness, or a health condition, speak with your doctor before starting a new exercise routine.

    Consistency matters more than perfection. 🌸

    So, dear moms—

    Even if you get just 10 minutes, don’t consider it a waste.

    Sometimes, those 10 minutes can change the mood of your entire day. 🌸

    And if you have two boys…

    God bless you. 😂❤️

    What does your “mom workout” look like on a busy day?

    Tell me in the comments—I’m sure I’m not the only one counting chasing children as cardio! 😂

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    Until The Next Whisper,

    —Rajeshwari 🧿💕

    © NihshabdThe Silent Stories That Speak to the Soul. All Rights Reserved. 

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    What Peace Taught Me 

  • Cafe-Cum-Bookshop: My Dream Business ☕📚 | Nihshabd

    Cafe-Cum-Bookshop: My Dream Business ☕📚 | Nihshabd

    If you could start a new business right now, what would it be?

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    My dream cafe-cum-bookshop is more than just a business idea. ☕📚

    If I Could Start a New Business Right Now…

    My Dream Cafe-Cum-Bookshop

    If I could start a new business right now, I would open a little cafe-cum-bookshop. ☕📚 A place where people could come to read a book, sip their coffee, and simply slow down for a while.

    I imagine a cosy little place with shelves full of books, comfortable corners to sit, the smell of freshly brewed coffee and some soft music playing in the background. A place where you could walk in alone, pick a book, order your coffee and happily disappear into your own little world for a while.

    And I think the evenings would be my favourite.

    Where Writers and Readers Come Together

    There would be little gatherings with writers and readers. Someone might read a few lines they’ve written, someone might hum an old song, someone might pick up a guitar, and perhaps someone would suddenly recite a couple of shers and make the evening a little more beautiful. 🎶✨

    There wouldn’t be any elaborate arrangements. Just people sitting together, talking about books, writing, music and life.

    Someone might come to share a poem.

    Someone might bring a story they have been writing.

    Someone might sing.

    And someone might simply sit there with their coffee and listen.

    Maybe someone would come only for coffee and end up staying for a poetry evening. Maybe someone would pick up a guitar and suddenly everyone would start singing.

    And maybe the coffee would get cold because nobody remembered to drink it. 😄

    I think that would be perfectly okay.

    A Little Space for Writers at My Cafe-Cum-Bookshop

    It wouldn’t just be a bookstore or a cafe.

    It would be a little soul-space for all those small writers who have written so much but never really found a place to be heard.

    Of course, every writer wants to become famous someday. Who wouldn’t? 😄 But before fame, sometimes you just need a place where your words can find a few ears, a few hearts and perhaps a few people who say, “I liked that.”

    There are so many people who write quietly—poems in notebooks, stories on their phones, thoughts late at night, little pieces of life that perhaps nobody else has ever read.

    I would love to give those words a little space.

    No pressure.

    No big stage.

    No competition.

    Just books, coffee, conversations, music, poetry and people sharing a little piece of themselves.

    More Than Just Books and Coffee

    Because this place wouldn’t just be about books or coffee.

    It would be about people, stories and those little moments that make an ordinary evening feel special.

    A place where writers could find readers, readers could discover new words, and everyone could feel that they belonged there—even if they had walked in alone.

    Would it make me rich?

    I have no idea.

    But I know I would probably spend half my earnings buying more books and the other half drinking coffee. 😂

    Some dreams are not really about money, though.

    Some are simply about creating something that feels like home.

    For me, this would be that dream.

    A little cafe.

    A little bookshop.

    A little music.

    A little poetry.

    A lot of coffee.

    And a whole lot of stories waiting to be shared.

    It wouldn’t just be a cafe-cum-bookshop.

    It would be a little home for words, music and people.

    That’s all I wish for. ❤️

    What about you? If you could start a new business right now, what would it be? Something practical, something completely crazy, or something you’ve secretly been dreaming about?

    Tell me about it. I’d love to hear your dream. ☕📚✨

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    Until The Next Whisper,

    —Rajeshwari 🧿💕

    © NihshabdThe Silent Stories That Speak to the Soul. All Rights Reserved. 

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    My Little Life Hacks: Simple Things That Make Life Better 

  • My Little Life Hacks: Simple Things That Make Life Better 

    My Little Life Hacks: Simple Things That Make Life Better 

    What are some life hacks that you practice?

    My Little Life Hacks for a Happier Life

    We all have our little everyday life hacks.

    Some save time, some save effort, and some simply make everyday life a little easier. Over time, I have collected a few simple life hacks of my own—nothing extraordinary, just little habits that make my days a bit easier, lighter and happier.

    Don’t Reply When You’re Angry

    This one has saved me from many unnecessary conversations.

    When I’m angry, I wait.

    Because anger has a strange habit of making us say things our calmer self would happily take back.

    Sometimes I reply later.

    Sometimes I don’t reply at all.

    And honestly, there are times when silence turns out to be the best response.

    Write Things Down

    I write things down.

    Ideas, reminders, things I need to buy, things I suddenly remember before going to sleep.

    Because my brain is wonderful at producing thoughts but not equally wonderful at remembering where it put them. 😂

    So if it matters, I write it down.

    Life Hacks for Everyday Organisation

    I like keeping things where I actually need them.

    Why put something in a “proper place” if that proper place is going to make me search for it later?

    Keeping things within reach is one of those little life hacks that make life easier.

    Of course, this system works beautifully…

    Except when I put my mobile somewhere and immediately forget where I put it. 😂📱

    Then the whole house becomes a crime scene.

    Practical Life Hacks for Important Documents

    Receipts, bills, warranties and important documents—I take photos of them.

    It’s a tiny habit, but it has saved me more than once.

    Because somehow, the one piece of paper you need six months later develops a sudden desire to disappear. 😄

    Life Hacks to Make Cooking Fun

    Cooking doesn’t always have to feel like another chore.

    Sometimes I put on my favourite songs, cook, hum along and dance a little.

    The food gets made, the mood gets better, and for a few minutes, my kitchen feels less like a kitchen and more like my own little music studio. 💃😂

    Whether the choreography deserves an audience is another question altogether.

    Make Time for the Little Things

    A cup of coffee on the balcony.

    Watching the world outside for a few quiet minutes.

    Humming an old favourite song.

    Wearing the good dress. Using the pretty crockery. Taking the picture.

    Why keep everything for some imaginary “perfect day”?

    Sometimes, an ordinary Tuesday deserves a little celebration too. ❤️

    I also try to keep myself engaged in things I enjoy—writing, creating, reading, learning or simply doing something that makes me feel good.

    It keeps my mind occupied and gives unnecessary overthinking a little less space.

    These little life hacks for a happier life don’t cost anything, but they can make an ordinary day feel a little more special.

    The Best Life Hack: Choose Your Peace

    Not every argument needs to be won.

    Not every opinion needs an answer.

    And not everything deserves our energy.

    Choose your peace.

    Because some of my best life hacks aren’t about saving time—

    they’re about saving peace. 🌸

    What About You?

    What are some life hacks that you practice?

    Maybe something practical, something funny, or simply a little habit that makes your day better.

    I’d love to know. ❤️

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    Until The Next Whisper,

    —Rajeshwari 🧿💕

    © NihshabdThe Silent Stories That Speak to the Soul. All Rights Reserved. 

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    A Different Lens, The Same Life

  • Growing Older: Nobody Warns You About This Part

    Growing Older: Nobody Warns You About This Part

    Nobody Warns You About This Part of Growing Older

    Nobody warns you about this part of growing older.

    Everyone talks about wrinkles, grey hair, reading glasses and knees that suddenly sound like popcorn when you stand up. 😂

    But nobody really tells you about the quiet changes.

    Growing older is not just about adding another year to your age. It is about becoming less interested in explaining yourself to people who have already made up their minds.

    Growing Older Means You Stop Explaining Yourself

    You stop chasing people.

    You stop replying instantly just because someone expects you to.

    And you definitely stop writing those long explanations beginning with, “I just wanted to clarify…”

    Because honestly, who has the energy?

    Your Circle Gets Smaller

    Your circle becomes smaller too. And surprisingly, you don’t panic about it.

    You begin to understand that being surrounded by people doesn’t necessarily mean you are surrounded by friendship. Sometimes one person who genuinely checks on you is worth more than a hundred people who only remember you when they need something.

    You also become strangely protective of your peace.

    A quiet cup of coffee suddenly feels like an event. ☕
    Fresh bedsheets feel luxurious.
    Cancelled plans feel like a personal blessing. 😂

    Growing Older Makes You Enjoy Your Own Company

    And then comes the biggest change—you start enjoying your own company.

    You can sit alone, listen to an old song, write, read, stare out of the window and do absolutely nothing productive.

    And it feels wonderful.

    Perhaps that’s what nobody tells us about growing older.

    You don’t necessarily become lonely.

    You simply become more selective about who gets your time, your energy and your heart.

    You realise that peace is not boring, solitude is not sadness, and saying no doesn’t make you selfish.

    Sometimes, growing older simply means finally choosing yourself without feeling guilty about it.

    And honestly? Maybe that’s the little gift nobody told us about.

    What is one thing growing older has taught you that nobody warned you about? 🦋✨

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    Until The Next Whisper,

    —Rajeshwari 🧿💕

    © NihshabdThe Silent Stories That Speak to the Soul. All Rights Reserved. 

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    The Day I Stopped Chasing Butterflies 🦋

  • How to Make Time for Self-Care When Life Gets Busy

    How to Make Time for Self-Care When Life Gets Busy

    How do you make time for self-care?

    How to Make Time for Self-Care When Life Gets Busy

    How do you make time for self-care when life is already so busy? Between work, family, household responsibilities, appointments, errands, and all those little things that somehow become our responsibility, finding time for ourselves can feel almost impossible.

    We know we need to rest, eat properly, move our bodies, sleep well, and occasionally do something just because we enjoy it. But knowing that and actually making time for self-care are two different things.

    The truth is, most of us are not going to suddenly find a completely free afternoon waiting for us. So instead of waiting for the perfect time, perhaps we need to start using the small pieces of time we already have.

    How to Make Time for Self-Care in 10 or 15 Minutes

    Self-care doesn’t have to mean spending an entire morning at a spa or following a complicated wellness routine.

    Start small.

    Have your morning tea or coffee without checking your phone. Sit in the balcony for ten minutes. Take a short walk. Read a few pages of a book. Listen to music. Stretch your body. Simply sit quietly and do nothing for a while.

    Ten minutes may not sound like much, but ten peaceful minutes can feel surprisingly good when the rest of your day belongs to everyone else.

    Simple Self-Care Ideas Using the Time You Already Have

    Sometimes we don’t need to find extra time. We just need to look at our existing routine differently.

    Waiting for the water to boil? Put on your favourite song.

    Going for a grocery run? Take a few minutes afterward to enjoy a coffee.

    Already taking a walk? Leave your phone in your bag and actually notice what is around you.

    Have fifteen minutes before leaving for an appointment? Read instead of automatically opening social media.

    Self-care can fit into ordinary moments. It doesn’t always need a separate space in your schedule.

    Put yourself on your own calendar

    We schedule meetings, doctor’s appointments, school events and even reminders to pay bills.

    Why not schedule a little time for ourselves?

    It could be just 20 minutes in the evening for reading, writing, walking, drawing, gardening, or simply sitting with a cup of tea.

    And when that time comes, try not to immediately give it away because something else has appeared.

    Your time matters too.

    Learn to say “not today”

    One of the biggest reasons we run out of time is that we keep saying yes.

    Yes to another favour.

    Yes to another commitment.

    Yes to something we could easily have done tomorrow.

    You don’t have to say no to everything. Sometimes saying, “I can’t do it today, but I’ll see if I can do it later,” is enough.

    Protecting a little space in your day isn’t selfish. It is simply recognising that your energy is limited.

    Have a “minimum self-care” day

    Not every day will be productive.

    Some days you will have plenty of energy. Other days, getting through the day itself may feel like an achievement.

    On those days, forget the elaborate routine.

    Drink enough water.

    Eat a proper meal.

    Take a shower.

    Get some fresh air.

    Rest when you need to.

    Go to bed a little earlier.

    Call someone who makes you feel good.

    That’s enough.

    Self-care doesn’t have to look beautiful or Instagram-worthy to be useful.

    Don’t make self-care another task to complete

    This is perhaps the most important part.

    We already have enough things on our to-do lists. We don’t need another list that says:

    ☐ Exercise
    ☐ Meditate
    ☐ Journal
    ☐ Read
    ☐ Drink eight glasses of water
    ☐ Sleep eight hours

    And then feel guilty because we managed only two of them.

    Self-care should support your life, not make you feel like you are failing at one more thing.

    Some days you may want to exercise. Some days you may want to sleep. Some days you may want company. And some days, you may simply want everyone to leave you alone for an hour.

    Listen to that difference.

    So, how do you make time for yourself?

    Don’t wait for life to become completely quiet.

    It probably won’t.

    Instead, start with the little spaces.

    Ten minutes with your coffee.

    Fifteen minutes with a book.

    A short walk.

    A favourite song.

    A quiet room.

    A conversation that makes you laugh.

    A hobby you had forgotten about.

    Or simply doing nothing without feeling guilty about it.

    Because making time for self-care isn’t necessarily about having more time.

    Sometimes it’s about finally accepting that a small part of the time you already have belongs to you too.

    What about you?

    How do you make time for yourself when life gets busy?

    Is it your morning coffee, a walk, reading, writing, music, a hobby—or simply a few quiet minutes alone?

    I’d love to know what your little self-care ritual looks like. Share it in the comments; your simple idea might be exactly what someone else needs today.

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    Until The Next Whisper,

    —Rajeshwari 🧿💕

    © NihshabdThe Silent Stories That Speak to the Soul. All Rights Reserved. 

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  • What Makes a House Feel Like Home? | Nihshabd

    What Makes a House Feel Like Home? | Nihshabd

    Daily writing prompt
    What’s a place you visited that felt like home?
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    The Place Wasn’t Home… The People Were

    What’s a place you visited that felt like home?

    Honestly? I think I finally know the answer.

    The place wasn’t home. The people were.

    Because, let’s be honest, otherwise a house is just… bricks, walls, furniture and a monthly electricity bill. 😄

    For me, home is where someone is asking,
    “Khaya kya?”
    for the hundredth time.

    Where laughter suddenly bursts out from one room.

    Where someone is yelling from another room,
    “Who took my charger?”

    Where two people are arguing over something completely ridiculous… and five minutes later, they are having tea together as if nothing happened. 😂

    Where children are running around, making noise, fighting over toys, laughing at absolutely nothing, and turning the whole house upside down.

    Where there is teasing, complaining, shouting, sulking, making up, eating together and laughing again.

    Basically, where peace is occasionally missing but love is never out of stock. ❤️

    A perfectly quiet house may look beautiful in pictures, but give me a little noise, a little madness and a few people who drive me crazy but love me anyway.

    That, to me, is home.

    Because it doesn’t really matter whether you are sitting in a tiny apartment, a huge bungalow, a rented house, or somewhere on the other side of the world.

    If there are people who love you, laugh with you, argue with you, irritate you, worry about you and still come back to sit beside you at the end of the day…

    that place becomes home.

    Maybe home isn’t where everything is perfect.

    Maybe home is where you can be completely imperfect—and still know you belong. ❤️

    So tell me—what makes a place feel like home to you: the place itself, the people, or the beautiful chaos they create? 🦋

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    Until The Next Whisper,

    —Rajeshwari 🧿💕

    © NihshabdThe Silent Stories That Speak to the Soul. All Rights Reserved. 

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  • The One I’d Ride Through Life With 🐎

    The One I’d Ride Through Life With 🐎

    If you could pick any fictional animal to be your lifelong companion (like a Pokémon or fantasy pet), what would it be?

    If you could pick any fictional animal to be your lifelong companion (like a Pokémon or fantasy pet), what would it be?

    This sounds like a simple question.

    It isn’t.

    Because now I’m supposed to choose ONE fictional animal to spend the rest of my life with?

    That requires serious research. 😂

    I considered a few magical creatures. Then I thought about cute ones. Then loyal ones.

    And suddenly, there he was.

    Maximus from Tangled. 🐴❤️

    Why I’d Choose Maximus as My Fictional Animal Companion

    Yes. Maximus.

    And honestly, what’s not to love?

    That attitude.

    That strength.

    That temper.

    That intense “I know exactly what you’re up to” expression. 😂

    His face deserves a separate award.

    He can communicate an entire paragraph without saying a single word.

    One look from him and you know whether he approves, disapproves, or is currently reconsidering his decision to associate with you.

    I love that he is disciplined, trained, confident and intelligent. He doesn’t blindly follow anyone. He has his own mind, his own principles and a very strong sense of right and wrong.

    And let’s not forget his possessiveness.

    He gives off serious “I’m watching you” energy.

    Honestly, I wouldn’t mind having that kind of companion.

    Especially one who can keep me out of trouble.

    Or at least try. 😂

    But the real reason I’d choose Maximus?

    The ride.

    The Ride I’d Never Forget

    Just imagine sitting proudly on his back, holding the reins, while he takes off at full speed.

    The wind hitting my face.

    My hair flying everywhere.

    That feeling of speed.

    The world rushing past me.

    And me sitting there thinking…

    “Yes. This is exactly how I should be travelling.” 😌🐎💨

    I can almost feel that ride.

    Of course, there is a tiny detail I’m choosing to ignore.

    My carefully done hair?

    Gone.

    My makeup?

    God knows where it will be after that ride. 😂

    But honestly, who cares?

    If I’m sitting on Maximus, feeling the wind in my hair and watching him race ahead with that unstoppable confidence…

    I think the mess will be worth it.

    And then comes the most practical part of this lifelong companionship.

    Petrol prices.

    Diesel prices.

    The ever-increasing cost of travelling.

    With Maximus?

    Zero petrol. Zero diesel. I’ll deal with the hay bill later. 😂

    See? He’s not just handsome, strong and intelligent.

    He’s financially sensible too.  😌

    In this economy, that’s an important quality in a lifelong companion. 😌

    Although, knowing Maximus, I’m pretty sure he’d decide where we’re going, how fast we’re going, and whether I’m allowed to stop for coffee.

    So technically, I wouldn’t be his owner.

    I’d probably just be his very enthusiastic passenger. 😂

    And honestly?

    I’d happily take that ride. 🐎❤️

    Now tell me 🦋…

    If you could pick any fictional animal to be your lifelong companion, which one would you choose? 🐾✨

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    Until The Next Whisper,

    —Rajeshwari 🧿💕

    © NihshabdThe Silent Stories That Speak to the Soul. All Rights Reserved. 

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  • Turns Out, I’m Stuck Being Me. 😏

    Turns Out, I’m Stuck Being Me. 😏

    If you had to switch lives with a fictional character for a week, who would you choose?

    I spent almost the entire day trying to answer this question:

    “If you had to switch lives with a fictional character for a week, who would you choose?”

    Simple question, right?

    Apparently not for me. 😪

    I tried. Oh, I really tried.

    For a while, I was Hermione.
    Then I thought, Why not Enola Holmes? A little detective work could be fun.

    Then Emily showed up.
    Mia got her turn.
    And after all this identity crisis, I finally decided on Mrs. Harris.

    Done. Final answer.

    Except… it wasn’t.

    Because every time I imagined actually waking up as one of them, my brain went:

    “Hmm… nice character. But I don’t think we’re her.”

    And there I was again. Me.

    Apparently, switching lives with a fictional character is much easier to imagine than actually doing. 😂

    I can admire fictional characters, borrow their wardrobes, envy their adventures, appreciate their magic and even temporarily redesign my entire personality…

    But actually switching lives?

    Nope. My personality has rejected the application. 😂

    So, after spending an unreasonable amount of time trying to squeeze myself into someone else’s fictional life, I have finally accepted the truth:

    I am apparently too much myself to become anyone else.

    Sorry, Hermione.
    Sorry, Enola.
    Sorry, Emily, Mia and Mrs. Harris.

    I tried.

    I failed.

    And honestly?

    After all that drama, I think I’ll just keep my own life. ❤️

    Although… if someone offers me Mrs. Harris’s wardrobe, I may reconsider. 😏

    Now I want to know—if you could borrow someone else’s fictional life for a week, who would you become? ✨

    And please tell me you’d actually choose someone…

    because I clearly spent an entire day choosing everyone except myself. 😂

    Maybe you’ll have better luck than I did. 🤍🦋

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    Until The Next Whisper,

    —Rajeshwari 🧿💕

    © NihshabdThe Silent Stories That Speak to the Soul. All Rights Reserved. 

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