Cogito ergo sum—I think therefore I am. Reflection and introspection come naturally to the human race. We fall instinctively into a deep meditative mode whenever the mind gets overwrought with daily cares. In this section of the site, we present deeply introspective essays on life, the universe, and everything else by Indian celebrities, published over the years in Life Positive magazine.

Suresh Oberoi - Soul Classes
Indian film actor Suresh Oberoi shares a heart-to-heart on the birth of Soul Classes—the result of his decision to help others following his brother's death. From the February 2001 issue of Life Positive magazine.

Ruskin Bond - Bonded to Nature
Indian English author Ruskin Bond on his relationship with nature. From the May 2000 issue of Life Positive magazine.

Sharon Lowen - Dance Gives Me Spiritual Energy
American Odissi dancer Sharon Lowen on how her love for this exotic dance form brought her to India. From the May 2000 issue of Life Positive magazine.

Nandita Das - Riding the Rainbow
Indian film actress Nandita Das on the journey of life. From the February 2000 issue of Life Positive magazine.

Manisha Koirala - I Insist on Happiness
Indian film actress Manisha Koirala reflects on her life. From the January 2000 issue of Life Positive magazine.

Rahul Dev - Faith: Opium or Nectar?
Indian media personality Rahul Dev finds the truth of spirituality hidden deep within the superficial trappings of religious orthodoxy. From the November 1999 issue of Life Positive magazine.

Namita Gokhale - Shadow Words
Indian author Namita Gokhale comes to terms with pain and sees life in a new perspective—thanks to her own novel. From the September 1999 issue of Life Positive magazine.

Anoushka Shankar - Gift of Wings
Anoushka Shankar, sitar prodigy and daughter of sitar maestro Pandit Ravi Shankar, talks about the world of music, the paranormal, and her own goal in life. From the April 1999 issue of Life Positive magazine.

Swami Saradananda - The Nectar of Contentment
Swami Saradananda, disciple of Swami Vishnudevananda, discusses the true meaning of contentment. From the March 1999 issue of Life Positive magazine.

Deepti Naval - Pilgrim of Inner Spaces
Indian actress Deepti Naval on beauty, spirituality and self-expression. From the January 1999 issue of Life Positive magazine.

Govinda - Mother Divine
Actor Govinda talks about the profound spiritual influence his mother has had on him. From the February 1998 issue of Life Positive magazine.

Nafisa Ali - Winning the Game
Sportsperson, model, actress and socialite, Nafisa Ali, takes a look at her successful life. From the January 1998 issue of Life Positive magazine.

Vinod Khanna - Vinod Khanna—The Silent Hero
Actor Vinod Khanna on his tryst with guru Osho Rajneesh. From the January 1997 issue of Life Positive magazine.

Dr. L. Subramaniam - Beyond...
Violin maestro L. Subramaniam on life, music and beyond. From the December 1996 issue of Life Positive magazine.

Tanuja - Leading Light
Former Indian movie star Tanuja on how spirituality has always guided her life. From the November 1996 issue of Life Positive magazine.

Shammi Kapoor - Guru Granth
Bollywood film star of yesteryear Shammi Kapoor on his spiritual quest. From the September 1996 issue of Life Positive magazine.

Rahul Bose - Acts of Happiness
Indian theater artiste and movie star Rahul Bose on what happiness means. From the June 1996 issue of Life Positive magazine.

Seerat Narindra - Art Therapy
Indian fashion designer Seerat Narindra recounts how the creation of artistic handicrafts made a world of difference to earthquake victims. From the May 1996 issue of Life Positive magazine.