Tuesday, 10 January 2023

What the Heck is Rich Life? Is it an Utopian concept?

 I first heard of rich life from Ramith Seth. In his blogs, newsletter and book, he highlights his journey from being an obscure Indian in America to living a life filled with deep experiences. So, what is rich life about.

From what I infer from bits of reading from the web, rich life is about a balanced life.

#1 Have money ( earn money which is not tied to the clock)
#2 Travel and adventure ( Explore places, views and sites)
#3 Connect with family 
#4 Give back to the society
#5 Laugh daily
#6. Enjoy good food and share it
#7 Connect spiritually ( Inner consciousness)
#8 Play sports 
#9 Listen to music
#10 Meet new people
#11 Start a biz
#12 Read and share nuggets of learning to people
#13 Drink and enjoy beer
#14 Make new things 
#15 Have good sex (All things are fine)
#16 Gadgets
#17 Volunteer to any cause 
#18 Help someone to start a biz or find an earning


( The list above is my compilation of what all I would call as a rich life) L

Sunday, 8 January 2023

999 Rum at Karthika Bar at Kazhakootam

 

Rum and Beef as Starter

999 Rum 

Do you have a regular brand of spirits which you order?
Are you one of the folk who would go with anything and everything?
Have you tasted 999 rum? 

One of the weekday, I went for a drinking time with my two other colleagues to this bar at Kazhakuttom. We settled at the basement place as it suit our budget. The beef we ordered initially had no flavor or taste! I wish all the bars come with something new, in their menu? But, why should they care? 

This is true with majority of organization which feel no desire to change. These are evident with companies which are monopolies. One is our beverage retail units in Kerala. It's so, so evident that they don't have to do anything to improve. A simple thing in a unit like this is about carry bag. Why can't they sell cotton bags which will be a big help to the customer. All they have to do is to request a kudambaree unit to make one for them. Of course they should specify the quality, size and specification. The bags should be strong enough to carry couple of beers. So, the base of the bag should be made of carboard or thick material. 

And, while talking about Milma, I used to think why they don't supply bags at the Milma counter at Pattom. I had asked couple of times when I visited their outlet. ( before Covid era). I knew that they didn't have the bag, yet I asked the counter staff. The dudes there had the same answer! 

Now, Milma is loosing market share due to the entry of new players, like Muralaya, or many other milk brands. Earlier when I passed be Milma in the morning I often used to see customer at the counter. Now, I hardly find one. 

So, if the Milma administration is seeing this post, then you can think of keeping bags at the counter. And same as above, you can raise a tender with any Kudambasree organization to make cotton bags with Milma logo. Also, small brown covers made of recycled paper could be a thing to do. What you say milma boss?


Thursday, 5 January 2023

According to True Elements Brand

 

Brand Story - True Elements

Where do you we get inspiration? From stories people share, or from what we witness, or from thoughts from spring within!

Happen to see this post by Sreejith Moolayil and made a post out of it. Here's the link

Wednesday, 4 January 2023

Plants and Those Who Like Them

 

Plant for sale at Flower Show

Did you visit Tvm flower show 2022? I just went there in the morning, when I stepped in for walking.I then noticed this plant for sale. Interesting shade which made it stood out.

So, how are you going to stand out in 2023?

- Being more generous
- Spending time along or making new friends
- Trying some thing which you haven't
- Learn a new hobby

- Go for nature walks
- Climb a tree or make a swing 
- Go swinging 
- Donate for a cause 
- Remind yourself to smile often 
- Take everything more lightly ( Why So Serious)
- Make more money or invest
- Enjoy more sunsets by the beach 
- Build more bonds with neighbours 
- Smile often for no reason