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The mundane and pointless struggle for wealth

 How important is it to do what you love for the rest of your life? Is it even possible to give up a completely stable, yet boring routine for something that truly excites you? Some people do follow their dreams and consider it their life's purpose to be fulfilled in their occupation every single day, and I applaud them. For some, though, monetary circumstances outweigh their innate desire to pursue their true interests.           It surely cannot be denied that wealth can bring a certain amount of joy into one's life. But is this temporary and shallow happiness truly worth the emotional turmoil of waking up every day, tired and unfulfilled, to go to a dreaded workplace? Is it worth it, to slowly burn out, working somewhere you don't want to be? Is it worth it, to keep regretting your decisions and wondering if you could have chosen a better path? It is undoubtedly important to succeed and earn something, but at what cost?        ...
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Parallels between Greek and Indian mythology- coincidence or not?

  Trade and the exchange of knowledge during ancient times are sometimes considered the beginning of global connections and modernization. Among routes that were used by thousands of travelers, traders and philosophers, it’s not surprising that a lot of cultures in several areas are interconnected. The connection between Greece and India is a wonderful example of mythological similarities and parallels. They have had trade relations from over 300 years ago, and have exchanged invaluable knowledge about astronomy, industrial techniques and mathematics. The Greek philosopher and mathematician, Pythagoras was also influenced by Indians, which is evident in the Pythagoras theorem. The great school of Gandhara sculpture was also built by the Greeks.                 Greek and Indian mythologies, two very intricate and detailed collections of epics like the Iliad, by Homer or the Ramayana, by Valmiki. Obviously, ...
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