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Darwin and Anthroposophy: Two Lenses on the Evolution of the Human Being
What if evolution isn’t just about physical survival, but also about spiritual growth? What if, alongside DNA and mutation, we carried the momentum of a soul evolving over eons? This piece explores Darwin’s insights through the lens of Rudolf Steiner’s Anthroposophy. A perspective that sees the human not as a clever ape, but as a spiritual being in the making.
Sumana Sethuraman
6 days ago5 min read
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🧬 Who Are We Indians? A Story Revealed Through Bones, Language, and Memory
What do archaeology, ancient DNA, and forgotten languages reveal about who we are? In this reflective summary of Tony Joseph’s Early Indians, I explore how the First Indians, Harappans, Steppe pastoralists, and Dravidian and Indo-European languages all converge in the story of India’s deep past — and in us today.
Sumana Sethuraman
May 45 min read
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Is English My First Language? Strengthening the Muscle of Speech
Is English my first language? Not exactly — but it’s the one I think in, the one I feel closest to. This blog is a reflection on my relationship with English, the physicality of speech, and the slow, steady practice of finding fluency as a non-native speaker. It’s about the urge to mean every word — and how, with repetition and presence, speech begins to feel alive.
Sumana Sethuraman
Apr 203 min read
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How to Stop Resisting Life and Free Yourself from the Trap of ‘The Ideal’
The ideal was never real. But you—right now—are. Drop the struggle, observe what is, and step into the infinite space of now.
Sumana Sethuraman
Mar 142 min read
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Beyond Veganism and Carnivory: Conscious Consumption for Sustaining Life
Beyond veganism & carnivory—life is an interconnected cycle. The question isn’t what we consume, but how consciously we do it.
Sumana Sethuraman
Mar 53 min read
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The Art of Dying to the Moment To Truly Live in the Moment
Let go of the past version of you and embrace the magic of now. Learn how to live in the moment and step into your truest, most alive self.
Sumana Sethuraman
Dec 1, 20243 min read
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The Most Powerful Gift We Can Give Our Children
Parenting isn’t about perfection; it’s about growing alongside our kids, embracing life’s challenges with love, honesty, and self-awareness.
Sumana Sethuraman
Nov 23, 20242 min read
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In Travel, You Grow: My Journey to the Maldives, Amsterdam, and Iceland in Half a Month
Three countries, half a month, a lifetime of memories. From Maldives to Amsterdam to Iceland—feeling the magic, wonder, and connection.
Sumana Sethuraman
Oct 5, 20244 min read
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A Lesson on Warmth: The Role of Scientific Thinking in Relationships
Observing before concluding isn’t just for science—it’s a life skill that can lead to fewer misunderstandings and stronger connections.
Sumana Sethuraman
Aug 22, 20243 min read
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What is Sound? What is Light? Physics for the Young Minds
Exploring physics through awe-inspiring phenomena, not textbooks. Join me in discovering the wonders of Sound and Light with young minds.
Sumana Sethuraman
Aug 10, 20245 min read
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Will I Ever Get What I Want? Finding Fulfilment Beyond the Endless Chase
True fulfillment isn't in achieving specific goals but in finding joy, contentment, and connection in everyday life. Embrace the present.
Sumana Sethuraman
May 14, 20247 min read
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Journey to Self: Aligning Personal and Professional Worlds
Welcome to a journey like no other - one that takes you deep into the heart of who you are and what you're here to do.
Sumana Sethuraman
May 5, 20241 min read
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Do I Have To Have A Niche? Exploring Coaching Without A Niche
Exploring coaching without a niche: embracing the multidimensional journey of human growth, guided by compassion and intuition.
Sumana Sethuraman
May 5, 20244 min read
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Fear or Freedom? Which of These Is Directing Your Life? Discipline and Habit-Building May Not Be for You
Are your actions rooted in fear or freedom? What does this mean? Consider the common strategies people use to combat bad habits or gain...
Sumana Sethuraman
Apr 24, 20245 min read
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Redefining Education for the Age of AI: A Personal Journey with My Son
What should today’s education be like to meet the creative and problem solving needs in the era of advanced computers and AI? I think...
Sumana Sethuraman
Apr 13, 20244 min read
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No One Is A Hypocrite
“Hypocrisy is the practice of pretending to be what one is not or to believe what one does not.” - Wikipedia Can we let go of this word?...
Sumana Sethuraman
Apr 6, 20242 min read
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What’s Life? Exploring Our Inner Journey and Universe
In the simplicity of daily routines and the vastness of human interaction, we discover profound inner universes.
Sumana Sethuraman
Mar 20, 20242 min read
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The Profound Loop of Thoughts and Experiences: A Conversation with My Dad and Sister
Welcome to a glimpse into what might seem like an extraordinary conversation in our family, yet is, in fact, typical—just another piece...
Sumana Sethuraman
Mar 2, 20244 min read
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Grade School Education for the Evolving Child
“Grade school education is a re-living of the history of human evolution.” In the journey of homeschooling my children, in their tenth...
Sumana Sethuraman
Feb 12, 20243 min read
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What Is My Life Purpose: How To Find It
You can achieve anything you want if you know the purpose you are coming FROM while on the path to achieving what you desire. 'The...
Sumana Sethuraman
Jan 27, 20244 min read
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