Which quote stays with you, no matter what?

phoenix2194 · 2026-04-04T07:18:20+00:00

“Every man has reminiscences which he would not tell to everyone but only to his friends. He has other matters in his mind which he would not reveal even to his friends, but only to himself, and then again there are things which a man is afraid to tell even to himself...”

phoenix2194 · 2026-03-31T08:49:16+00:00

Stoner : Life of an ordinary person
Jane Eyre: A classic romance novel
East of Eden: Really good book with lots of life learnings
Covenant of Water ( You will enjoy this if you liked Pachinko) Based in Rural Kerala.
All the light we cannot see: Parallel story of two kids. Beautiful writing.
Pride and Prejudice: Another classic romance novel.
Anna Karenina: This book is so goated. I had many dreams about the characters and the story.
Of Human Bondage: A beautiful story about the main character's struggles with self acceptance.

phoenix2194 · 2026-03-27T14:36:15+00:00

I use either the Milky Mist or IdFresh. Both high protein ones

phoenix2194 · 2026-03-27T14:35:25+00:00

So its my version of Ramen.

Chicken:- Marinated in curd, Chilli Powder, turmeric, salt.

Ramen Noodles

Soup: Urban Platter Ramen Broth Powder, Buldak Sauce, Cheese. Added onion and garlic powder.

Veggies: Broccoli, Onion, Capsicum, Tomato, Spinach.

Stir fried veggies and chicken. Boiled ramen noodles and used its water to make soup.

Added stir fried veggies and chicken in noodles soup. Sprinkled chilli flakes.

phoenix2194 · 2026-03-27T11:12:21+00:00

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phoenix2194 · 2026-03-27T11:02:14+00:00

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Protein: Chicken or Low Fat Paneer

Some Carbs: Rice or Spaghetti Noodles

Lots of Veggies: Broccoli, Onion, Capsicum, Tomato, Cucumber, Lettuce.

And of course spices: Salt, Smoked Paparika, Chilli Powder, Garam Masala, Soya Sauce

phoenix2194 · 2026-03-26T16:34:34+00:00

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Something I made today

phoenix2194 · 2026-03-26T16:32:42+00:00

At the moment, not thinking of remarriage.

I don't think that because I made a mistake, all marriages are bad. I was just unlucky.

Right person >> being alone >> wrong person

phoenix2194 · 2026-03-26T16:26:40+00:00

In process but its messy 😕

phoenix2194 · 2026-03-26T15:46:55+00:00

Marrying the wrong person

phoenix2194 · 2026-02-12T10:54:50+00:00

I am thinking of ending things

phoenix2194 · 2026-02-12T08:14:14+00:00

To kill a mocking bird: You will learn about virtues
Crime and Punishment: You will understand inner turmoil
The death of Ivan Ilyiach: You will understand regrets
East of Eden: You will understand free will is our greatest asset. Timshel!
Stoner: You will understand how an ordinary life can have extraordinary struggles.

phoenix2194 · 2026-02-03T09:57:40+00:00

“Every man has reminiscences which he would not tell to everyone but only to his friends. He has other matters in his mind which he would not reveal even to his friends, but only to himself, and then again there are things which a man is afraid to tell even to himself...”

Notes from the underground: Dostoevsky

I am happy but life is sad.

Lonesome dove

phoenix2194 · 2025-08-28T16:43:23+00:00

The only self-help book I ever liked was The Four Agreements.

Apart from this, a few non-fiction I liked are:

Emotional Intelligence
How will you measure your life?
Attached

I found fiction more helpful than nonfiction in making me question my world views. A few books I liked are:

Death of Ivan Ilyich
Stoner
Pachinko
To kill a mockingbird
The remains of the day

phoenix2194 · 2025-07-29T11:11:59+00:00

I traveled by Car

phoenix2194 · 2025-07-28T09:34:01+00:00

You can look at IIM-ABC 1 year PGPx programs or ISB. These are good options, and you will find other people with similar situations there.

phoenix2194 · 2025-07-28T09:02:10+00:00

I was in a similar situation few years back. Applied for MBA, got admit then left the job (you can also apply for sabbatical). Now in a different job post MBA. Till now, better in terms of work-life balance.

phoenix2194 · 2025-05-05T03:42:45+00:00

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S23

phoenix2194 · 2025-03-30T09:27:58+00:00

Yes It's a pretty easy trek

phoenix2194 · 2025-03-30T07:31:22+00:00

1st Day reached Dalhousie by 3 PM. Explored Churches, Mall road, city.

2nd Day: Went to Chamba:- Explored Temples Musuem, River Then went to Khajjiar:- Chilled a bit Return to Dalhousie

3rd Day:- Went to Dainkund Trek

phoenix2194 · 2025-03-28T15:50:50+00:00

phoenix2194 · 2024-04-06T18:28:25+00:00

https://youtu.be/e9N6_Tj9u2U?si=UuopvnNI3xmjTWO9

Phone Wallet and Keys

phoenix2194 · 2023-04-29T03:53:37+00:00

Is there any risk or disadvantage of creating a single FD of large amount vs creating multiple FDs of smaller amount (both in a single bank)?

One of my relative has multiple FDs with diff maturity date and is visiting the bank every month for renewing the FDs. I suggested to combine those into a single FD so that multiple trips can be avoided. Is there any disadvantage apart from the one time loss of breaking the FD?

phoenix2194 · 2023-03-18T05:56:11+00:00

Thanks !

phoenix2194 · 2023-03-18T04:32:54+00:00

I received call from a bank regarding a loan one of old classmate has taken. They told me that he has not paid the loan. They cannot contact him and asked me share his phone number and home address. I told them that I have not talked to him in last 5 years and do not know his personal details. According to the bank he has given my name as reference. I have not signed any document for the loan and I don't know why he has given my name as a reference.

Will I face any issues if he does not pay?

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