Human Trafficking: Definition, Facts and Statistics

Human Trafficking: Definition, Facts and Statistics

What comes to your mind when you think about human trafficking? You probably think it happens in some developing countries. What if I told you, it is happening in your backyard right here in Durham. I have lived in Durham Region for the last 15 years. 

24 astonishing benefits of yoga, meditation and mindfulness

24 astonishing benefits of yoga, meditation and mindfulness

I have been to every state and province of central and northern India. I have met many Yogis and have seen some of them standing for days in a certain position. What is Yoga? What are all the Yoga poses, Hatha Yoga, Bikram Yoga, Hot 

Giving to Charity

Giving to Charity

Charity is to give to others that which belongs to you. Welcome to my series, How to Use Money to Make You Happier. In the introduction section, I gave some stats and mentioned a few reasons for starting this series. I am going to break 

What is prayer?

What is prayer?

Prayer is a form of communication or supplication directed toward a deity, higher power, or divine being. It is a practice that is often associated with religious or spiritual traditions and is found in various forms across different cultures and belief systems. In prayer, individuals 

Feedspot: 90 Best Women Empowerment Blogs and Websites in 2026

Feedspot: 90 Best Women Empowerment Blogs and Websites in 2026

I am pleased to announce that Fourcolumnsofabalancedlife has been ranked at number 55 in the Top 90 Women Empowerment Blogs and Websites for Women. Fourcolumns has been ranked at number 9 in RSS Feeds. I look forward to being part of the best and most 

Self-care

Self-care

Self-care for women involves taking intentional actions to prioritize and maintain their physical, emotional, and mental well-being. It’s important to note that self-care is a personal and individualized concept, and what works for one person may not necessarily work for another. Regular Exercise: Engage in 

Thrive by taking responsibility

Thrive by taking responsibility

Thrive by taking responsibility and becoming empowered. I had not spoken to a cousin wh I grew up with for quite a while. We were living in different countries, and life got in the way. We connected on WhatsApp, and over the next three days, 

Bishop Cotton School, Shimla

Bishop Cotton School, Shimla

Off to Bishop Cotton School British Airways announces the departure of its flight from Dubai to…. That announcement from the airport always reminded me that my vacation was over and that it was time to go back to my grandparents or to St. Andrews School. 

Who are the Sikhs?

Who are the Sikhs?

Today, I have the pleasure of speaking with Gurpreet Singh Bhogal, a man who gracefully balances a thriving professional life with a deeply rooted spiritual path. Gurpreet is the Network Operations Manager at Bell Canada, where he leads with integrity and technical excellence. But beyond 

Patience is the Mother of all Virtues

Patience is the Mother of all Virtues

Patience is a virtue we all admire but often struggle to practice—especially when life seems to test us at every turn. Whether we’re stuck in traffic, waiting for a breakthrough, or simply navigating the everyday pressures of life, our response in those moments can reveal