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The weekly summary of most of the community’s conversations. Transcript Sam Hey everyone and welcome to another deep dive. You know, we throw around this phrase, a good life,but what does it actually mean? Especially when it comes to our work. It often feels like we’re all on this treadmill, but what are we really […]
A conversation with Ritesh, from Bangalore on the cusp of marriage, grappling with the pressures of a demanding job and the complexities of navigating his rural upbringing in a fast-paced urban environment. The discussion highlights the tension between external motivators like career success and material possessions, and the pursuit of intrinsic values such as meaningful […]
We explore the perspectives on achieving a good life with Manfred and Martin. Manfred emphasises the importance of calmness and finding peace within oneself through mindfulness and simple routines, like enjoying a glass of buttermilk in the evening. Martin, on the other hand, advocates for the combination of physical health, idealism, and the simple joys […]
Sylvie lives in France and works remotely as well as in the German office for a German company. Her story explores the complexities of well-being, shows how it is not a singular concept but rather a multifaceted one, weaving personal, professional and social aspects. Sylvie’s story highlights the importance of work-life balance, personal priorities and […]
We explore the concept of “anticipation” as a lifestyle choice, inspired by the perspective of Nathalie, a French expat living in Seoul, She views anticipation as a powerful tool for creating a sense of order, control, and peace in her life. Claire and Sam go into Natalie’s personal experiences, examining how her anticipatory mindset influences […]
We explore the conversation between Frank and Ismar, a member of the Novo Party in Brazil. The discussion centres around Ismar’s participation in the recent municipal elections, where he ran as a candidate for city councillor. The conversation explores Ismar’s personal experience of the campaign and election, including his thoughts on the party’s performance, the […]
Your weekly round-up of all the conversations that happened in the Brida Community.
In the ongoing discussion about how supermarkets operate, Frank seeks Ritesh’s perspective on grocery shopping experiences in India, comparing them to his own experiences in Europe. Ritesh, drawing from his rural upbringing and current life in Bangalore, shares insights into the different approaches to grocery shopping in both settings, highlighting the role of local markets, […]
The provided text is an excerpt from a podcast conversation between Frank and Ritesh, where Ritesh explains the festival of Diwali to Frank. Ritesh describes the traditions associated with Diwali, including lighting lamps, cleaning and decorating homes, buying new clothes, and celebrating Dhan Teras. He also explains the historical and mythological significance of Diwali, highlighting […]
In this week’s “Coffee House Chronicles” Frank and Ritesh discuss the popularity of Western music in India, specifically citing the case of Taylor Swift. The conversation also touches upon the exorbitant pricing of concert tickets in India, referencing the recent Coldplay concert in Mumbai where tickets were being sold at inflated prices in the black […]