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CORPORATE MUSHAIRA BY APPLAUSE ADAB

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                   Vo itr-daan sa lahja mere buzurgon ka,                     Rachi-basi hui Urdu zabaan ki Khushboo!”                     – Bashir Badr Art is an expression of the heart, literature is an expression of the mind, and poetry is a combination of heart, mind, body & soul! A picture, drawing, photograph or illustration is a by-product of the expression of what the eyes see and the mind perceives; prose in any form is the expression of your heart and mind; however, poetry is not only the by-product and the confluence of your heart, mind, body, and soul, but it also has the innate ability to perceive that which can be experienced by the five senses, but most importantly, it has the ability to give expression to that which cannot be seen or expressed for the silence in between the words have the capacity to speak volumes for the seeker of truth. This is my understanding of poetry and that is how I see it, feel it, read it and write it and Urdu poetry does all this to me. U

Leaving Footprints: A CEO's Journey in the World of Entrepreneurship

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  “You have got one lifetime to create & leave your footprints behind. You can either aspire, assess, act & impact to become an asset OR conspire, dissect, divide & destroy to become a liability to mankind. The choice is completely yours and what you think or ask for is what you will get. Be mindful of your thoughts & actions.” - Kay S   If you all do not already know me, I am the Founder and CEO of my exciting new venture in the world of entrepreneurship for the sixth time, K&S International FZCO. As I embark on this incredible journey, I'm reminded of a profound mantra that has guided me throughout my life: "You are born by chance & defined by your choices!"   Today, I want to share my personal thoughts and insights on how this mantra has shaped not only my entrepreneurial path but also my approach to life itself. Join me as we explore the power of aspiration, assessment, action, and impact in building a legacy that not only serves as a testament

"Navigating Life's Seas: Discovering Your Purpose Amidst the Chaos"

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    Our fast-paced world makes it easy to lose sight of our #purpose and #direction. We often find ourselves navigating the tumultuous waters of life without a clear direction. However, as I have come to realize, "Everybody and everything has a purpose in this Universe." I want to explore the profound wisdom behind this statement, and share my own journey to #reconcile, #recognize, and #reconnect with my purpose in this article.   "Unlock the Hidden Treasure of Purpose in Your Life!"   "Are You a Rudderless Boat in Life's Vast Ocean? Find Your Direction Now!"   "Discover Your True Calling: The Power of Self-Reconciliation!"   "The Secret Signs of Purpose You've Been Missing in Your Life."   "Don't Drift Through Life! Learn How to Realign with Your Purpose!"   "Join the Journey to Purposeful Joy: Happy Discovery Awaits!"   "Captain of Your Destiny: Navigating Life's Seas with Purpose and Inten

Au Revoir, 2021! Welcome 2022!!

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Au Revoir, 2021! Welcome 2022!!   An Ode to a year that passed….. "The Universe beholds each time a heavenly soul descends on earth. Each come with a message for humanity to be Kind, Compassionate, Honest, Righteous, Respectful, Empathetic, and Conscientious.  Humanity & Mankind today needs to restart itself to leave a better world for tomorrow. As we start a New Year, a new chapter it's time to deep dive into our souls to Refresh, Rejuvenate, Rethink, & Restart for a better tomorrow." - Kay S As we wrap up another year, let’s reflect upon what we HAVE rather than the HAVE-NOTs.  Yes!!!! This has been a very difficult year for all of us across the world, but I believe we are richer by experience and tougher in mental strength.  Let us be grateful to be alive and strive to be a better version of ourselves in the coming year.  Let us start the year with positive vibes and thoughts that will reflect upon us and the world around us. The year has left many thoughts for

Of Chances & Choices by Kay S

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"In chasing Money & Fame, we lose Time.... In making up for Time, we lose important Relationships, In losing Relationships, we lose strength, peace of Mind & Trust, In losing Strength, Trust, and Peace of Mind, we lose our Health In losing our Health, we lose everything we have & end up Lonely!" - Kay S  As I passed through life in installments, sometimes happily, sometimes melancholically, at times brave and at times frail and afraid, I learnt some very important lessons on the important pivots that define Life, the essence of it, and the lack of the same. During my sojourn, I was exposed to a lot of learning and readings by established poets, writers, philosophers and scholars.  One of things I happened to read that impacted me a few years ago was a couplet in Urdu that read, " Masroof rehne ki aadat kaheen tumhe tanha na kardein, Rishte ehmiyat ke mautaaj hote hain fursat ke nahin!"  which translates to, "Let not the habit of staying busy end up

Introspection & Rumination - A Theatre Review by Kay S

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  A Theatre Review – Jiss Ne Lahore Nai Dekhiya by Kay S “Let the borders be outside, not inside.” Abhijit Naskar, Author The remnants of humanity and human relationships live on to raise its ugly hood, resonating, and at times transporting us through books, plays, or a movie into a zone of eternal bliss where there is camaraderie, brotherhood and unity that still exists. We as human beings are a flawed race to be frank, and the sooner we accept this fact, the better off we will be and endeavor to at least attain a semblance of being a better version of ourselves.  This thought seemed to echo in my mind, heart, and soul at the highest decibel it ever could as I watched the play, “Jiss Ne Lahore Nai Dekhiya” written by playwright Asghar Wajahat, directed by Zafer Mohiuddin of Kathputliyaan Theatre Group.  I have been so touched deep in my soul by the storyline, the underlying message.  The impeccable performances of the actors who were par excellence carrying each of their roles with

The Outcast - A short story by Kay S

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The Outcast “As the light begins to intensify, so does my misery, and I wonder how it is possible to hurt so much when nothing is wrong.” ― Tabitha Suzuma, Forbidden The hurt and misery within seems to consume me today as I look out of the bay window of my bedroom.   The tears roll down uncontrollably as though a dam of control was shattered into smithereens.  It is pretty late in the evening.   The darkness of the night beckons me to step outside into the balcony as my memories pulled at the strings of my soul.   “Why does this always happen with me?   Why do I have to feel this way?   Why, God, why?”   There are days like this when I feel my life is not worth living anymore and that it is time to put an end to my misery.   I have done enough and taken care to provide for the children, they will be richer with me dead than alive.   The people who are friends and my relatives will no longer be ashamed of who I am, nobody will be threatened by my existence anymore, nobody has