Kalyn Spirituality

Meditation – The Best Medicine

It is now being widely accepted all over the world that stress or mental tension is the killer number one because it causes high blood pressure, heart diseases, asthma and many other psychosomatic diseases and even cancer if its duration or frequency is more than an individual can withstand. But it is not adequately realized even now that modern system of medicine has no lasting remedy or real cure for it, for mental tension is generally caused not by physical fatigue but by mental factors.

Stress in a man
Despair, Stress, Alone, Being Alone, Archetype

If a person becomes increasingly suspicious of the motives of others, exaggerates his own importance and the things he has to do, frequently feels sad thinking that certain persons have slighted or neglected him, has too much expectations from others, has the habit of being over-critical of others, feels even small disappointments as too big, is too serious for keeping deadlines of all his assignments and is always rushing and running to do things, or if anxiety dominates his thoughts, or he has the ambition to do more or have more than the ability to do or have, then no medicine can save him from Stress. Such a person will have his anger, frustration, hatred or anxiety bottled up and would, ultimately, burst out or be weighted down.

Meditation for stress
Meditation

Medicines can keep these tendencies in check only for some time by affecting his consciousness or by producing in him a state akin to sleep, but medicines cannot free him from these tendencies or personality traits which are the real cause of Stress. Under such conditions, the only antidote to man’s negative or harmful tendencies that lead to Stress but it implants such thoughts that generate feelings of love, peace, harmony, faith and self-respect. This meaningful repetition of positive thought that raises one’s consciousness and brings about a qualitative and attitudinal shift is called Meditation. It is only this and no other remedy that really works. To say the truth, there is no medicine to cure a person of his negative personality traits for a considerable period of time; except Meditation. That is why it is now being called future medication.

-Teachings of Rajyogi Brahmakumar Nikunji

Kalyn Nature

Here comes the Spring

As Earth revolves around the Sun and spins on its axis, the seasons change. As it gets brighter and warmer, the days lengthen and animals and plants become active again, after months of lying dormant because of the cold. Birds return from their annual winter migration. Green shoots and flowers appear everywhere. Spring is in the air!

Spring, Navroz
Spring, Tree, Flowers, Meadow, Wood, Forest, Sun

For Hindus, Basant or Vasant Panchami falls on the 15th of February and marks the end of winter. It is the start of the long festive season which kicks off with Holi in March. Yellow is the good fellow, symbolizing the golden Sun. The goddess of wisdom and purity, Saraswati, is worshiped with flowers and food offerings colored yellow by devotees wearing yellow clothes!

Navroze is the spring festival for those of Persian origin. It is also New Year in Iran, Azerbaijan, Central Asia, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. It is celebrated by Iranians and Parsis in India and by the Kurds. The word itself means ‘new day’ in Persian and the festival marks the beginning of the solar year in the Iranian calendar.

Before the New Year, on the last Tuesday evening of the ‘old’ year, people build a fire and jump over it. As they jump they whisper, ‘My yellow goes to you, your red comes to me.’ To them yellow the symbol of weakness and red the symbol of health.

The house is given a thorough ‘spring cleaning’. Wheat, barley, and lentils are soaked ten days in advance so that the sprouts are three to four inches in height by Navroze. The Parsis observe traditional rituals and partake in splendid feasts. It is in fact, a very elaborate thanksgiving for God’s bounty.

Kalyn Education

Where will you find the Jedi and the Sith?

In the Star Wars universe! Star Wars is a sci-fi film series created by George Lucas, an American film producer. It is set in a fictional galaxy bound by an omnipresent energy called Force. Its power can be used to perform superhuman feats like telekinesis and mind control.

Jedi and Sith
Jedi or Sith? by Goatcookie

The Jedi and the Sith are two enemy groups who can harness the power of the Force for good or evil. The Jedi use the light side of the Force for good, peaceful and just purposes. On the other hand, the villainous Sith use the dark side of the Force to gain immense powers so they can control the galaxy. Both use a signature weapon called the lightsaber, as ‘laser sword’.

Jedi or Sith
Image courtesy-iKwiz

Grand Master Yoda, Master Obi- Wan Kenobi and Luke Skywalker are some of the prominent Jedi Knights. The most ominous of the Siths are Dark Sidious, who later becomes Emperor Palpatine of the Galactic Empire and his pupil, Darth Vader (former Jedi knight, Anakin Skywalker).

Kalyn Travel

How to hire a car at Doha airport without getting ripped off?

Air travel can be arduous but getting around after landing is far more tiring as many travelers turn to public transit while others hop in cabs. However, most prefer the usual rental cars and as we speak, the car rental business at the airport has earned numerous profits and witnessed tremendous growth over the last few years.

To hire a car at Doha airport from the vast array of rental companies; optional features, location, and type of vehicle lay a certain impact on overall rental fee so you should plan well. If you’re being careless, the actual cost may well extend beyond the advertised.

As a result, some of the travelers prefer simplified user experience of car sharing programs but only if they’re renting for more than a day. Just in case if someone’s renting for less than a day, these car sharing programs can get far more expensive.

Hire a car at Doha airport

Luckily there’re many valuable tips to hire a car at Doha airport and get the best package. Have a look below;

Shop online

Much like airplane tickets and hotel room booking, pre-reserving a rental car online at the arrival destination is more convenient. If you know about the rental company, simply book through their official website or conduct research. A general survey concluded that more or less 60 percent car rental bookings are performed online saving time and effort at the airport.

Go for a smaller car

Yet another way to land the best deal is booking a smaller car with acceptable features. Too many add-ons would only raise the cost beyond budget. This is much preferred if you only need commuting from airport to the targeted destination. On the contrary, there are times when your preferred model isn’t available and this is when the rental agency would upgrade you to a more expensive vehicle either for free or on appealing discount.

Longer rental period

When you hire a car at Doha airport for a longer period like for a week or so, the per-day cost would drop significantly so you’re at an advantage. This is probably because rental deals that last a week or so have a lower daily rate.

Timing matters most

The cheapest fare you can avail at the car rental counter is in the form of weekend rates. Travel experts also recommend avoiding changing reservations when in the middle of the trip. In fact, if you return the car a few days before the handover date can save a lot and weekly rates may be converted to a daily rate. On the contrary, returning the car an hour late and you may be charged for an extra day so it’s better to consider car rental rules that vary with every company and region.

No extras

Rental companies are likely to offer extra features such as GPS navigation, in-car Wi-Fi, television and much more. No matter how enticing it sounds, simply say “No” and you’ll just save a lot on your rental cost.

Conclusion

The above details would help you hire a car at Doha airport without breaking the budget.

Kalyn Nature

Volcanic wonder

Africa is a huge draw for wildlife enthusiasts. One of its gems is the Ngorongoro Conservation Area in Tanzania, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. At the heart of the 8,292 SQ, m-park is the remnant of an ancient volcano, the Ngorongoro Crater, said to be the largest intact volcanic caldera in the world.

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The Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCA) is a conservation area and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The main feature of the NCA is its large, unbroken, unflooded volcanic caldera. A dominant feature of the Ngorongoro Caldera is Lake Magadi, a shallow soda lake that supports large flocks of flamingo.

The crater itself is 610 m deep and 260 SQ m wide. The natural enclosure in a haven for a rich variety of wildlife- the endangered black rhino, giant tusked elephant, wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle. One can also find a number of crater lions- a sub-species that is largely inbred. Flocks of pink flamingo throng Lake Magadi at the center of the crater. Outside the crater, the grassland is home to cheetahs, lions, spotted hyenas and jackals.

Flamand rose Ngorongoro Tanzanie

Apart from the wildlife, archaeological research in the area has indicated evidence of early human evolution, including footprints of early hominids dating back, 3.6 million years. Tourists on safaris can visit Masai settlements in the conservation area- the tribal folk grazes their cattle in the crater, unmindful of the presence of the lions.

Kalyn Vocabulary

Month 5- Word of the day 23

Deism

means

A rationalist Enlightenment philosophy, best represented by a school of thought popular among English writers of the 17th and 18th centuries. According to this view, God is seen as Creator, but as one who stopped being involved with the world sometime after it was created.

Deism, vocabulary
Deism | by PinkMoose Deism
Kalyn Nature

Standing Tall

Do you know how the beautiful mountains of South India, the ‘Nilgiris’, got their name?  In the mid- 19th century, a species of tree soaring 65m tall, with a smooth steel-blue bark, was planted in these mountains on a large scale, to meet the locals’ requirement of fuel wood. The tree was a native of Australia, a species of eucalyptus called the blue gum. The blue-tinged foliage and trunk of this tree gave the Nilgiris their characteristic color.

Trees, gum tree, Eucalyptus, Australia, Nature
Trees, gum tree, Eucalyptus, Australia, Nature

In Australia, eucalyptus, especially ones that have a smooth bark, are called gum trees, because the trees exude a sticky resin. There are 600 species of eucalyptus growing in a variety of habitats, ranging from the snow-clad Australian Alps to the semi-arid desserts. Since eucalyptus are fast-growing, resistant to drought and provide useful timber, over 200 species have been introduced all over the world, including India. In fact, millions of eucalyptus trees have turned the treeless wastelands and semi-arid areas of Rajasthan and Punjab green.

Eucalyptus trees have a number of uses. They provide oil and tannins besides timber. The trees are planted for their shade and to prevent soil erosion by the wind and rain. Koalas feed solely on eucalyptus leaves and the honey possum lives on the nectar of eucalyptus flowers. Less than a dozen of the eucalyptus species are exploited for their oil. The oil is extracted from the leaves by steam distillation. Eucalyptus oils are used in medicines, perfumes, and disinfectants.  Some eucalyptus produce oil rich in cineole which is an important ingredient in ointments, inhalants, lozenges and gargles. Others contain phellandrene used in disinfectants and liquid soaps. Piperitone or peppermint eucalyptus lend their icy coolness to synthetic menthols.  Perfume manufacturers use oils with citronella, which has a pleasant fragrance.

The giant mountain ash or eucalyptus regnans is the tallest hardwood tree in the world. It towers to a height of 100 meters or more.

Kalyn Automotive

How to choose the best car tyres types for all seasons?

Automobiles are not a unique invention for the human of this modern era. We have been watching and using them since we came in this world. With the passage of time, they have been transformed a lot in terms of design, fuel consumption and sizes. We can even find a car running on rechargeable batteries. Irrespective of these primary differences, all kinds of vehicles possess a common structural and mechanical component called tyre. Minimum of four tyres as per the size and design of car are necessary for its primary function to move on the roads. When it comes to purchasing suitable tyres for an automobile, traditional buyers only think about the best brand available in the market. And this was totally fine 15 years ago.

Car tires

Buyers have become more educated now and they know the brand is not the single thing they should consider, but rather they should also pay attention to other factors like design, functionality, and endurance for different seasons. A tread performing well in the continent with cold weather will not perform the same in territories of the hot climate. Perhaps you are seeking to buy tyres in Dubai, you need to keep these factors in your mind: the high temperatures, the sunshine, and sandy deserts, if you purchase tires for 4WD adventure vehicle.

Here are a few major kinds of tyres available for different seasons and environmental conditions-

 Summer wheels

Summer car tyres are designed after keeping the consequences of the summer season including sunshine and rain. During this season, oil and water buildup is likely to appear on the road surface, making it slippery. To provide desirable friction and maximum road-holding grip, specialized patterns, and rubber compounds are used. This offers enhanced precision on the road. Moreover, they may also possess shallower tread depths to increase stability when pushed closer to their limits.

 Winter Tyres

Obviously, winter car tyre types should only be chosen for snowy roads and colder weather. They are specially made up of rubbers and silica, which enable them to remain soft in temperature below 7◦C. Thus, these winter tyres perform well on the hills and snowy surfaces, making it easy to control the vehicle on the slippery road surfaces. However, you should always consider speed and pressure ratings while choosing among the brands. The q-speed rating indicates an allowable range of speeds, which is usually lower than the regular types. Pressure limit is mentioned on the side wall and user manual. As cold temperature reduces the pressure, it becomes necessary to check pressure more frequently. A quality winter tyre is usually marked with a mountain snowflake symbol. Their design possesses a deep wide groove to manage increased traction and braking abilities on slippery road surfaces

 All Season type

As their name suggests, they can be used throughout all the seasons. However, they do not possess the status of ultimate choice. In extreme environmental and seasonal conditions, they fail their capabilities. People mostly choose them as a cost saving option with an aim to avoid changing trends in every season. The design is more complex with several small slits on the block as compared other categories. Although they offer good grip in freezing conditions they fail to work in extreme cold and icy roads. But, they are the best solution for regular winters with no ice. They remain functional throughout the year thanks to a blend of various tire compounds and technologies incorporated in the tread patterns. They are of two types touring (low noise with greater handling) and passenger (smoother ride and long lasting). Don’t forget to check the marking when purchasing them for your car. They can be either marked with four season’s icons or branded as M+S to show their capability to perform in mud and snow. In fact, they are ideal for a country with sudden weather swings.

 Wet Weather Tyres

Wet weather or rain reels are meticulously designed to perform well in the rain and wet roads. As we know stopping distance significantly increases during rain and accumulation of sand and oil also increases the risk of sliding, which badly affects the breaking capacity of running vehicles even if speed is moderate. A quality rain tread rapidly expels the rain away from the contact area of the road. They have greater depth of evacuating water quickly. So, don’t forget to check the depth while buying. It should not be less than 1.6mm deep.

Summary: Choosing a perfect set is not simply mounting an expensive set. You must consider the climate you live in, driving conditions and performance requirements while picking tyres for smooth drives.