The Art of Living: Let Literature, Philosophy, Wellness, And Growth Illuminate Your Soul
The Soul Index invites you on a journey of self-discovery, where the wisdom of philosophy, the beauty of literature, and the healing powers of physical and mental wellness come together to nourish the mind, body, and soul. Explore the timeless teachings of great thinkers, the transformative narratives of storytelling, and the practices that promote holistic well-being. Slow down and wander with us through these articles and discover a more profound way of being.
GRIEF & GROWTH
How To Stop Being Defensive: 7 Easy Ways
There was a point when even gentle questions made me feel attacked. Whenever someone asked me why I had missed…
18 Simple Ways To Invite Good Luck Into Your Life
The other evening, I walked out of the room with my cut nails wrapped up in a piece of newspaper…
The Art Of Small Talk And How To Master It
Let me make a confession. I hate small talk, and I feel anxious when I am having brief conversations with…
6 Simple Tips On How To Deal With Toxic Family Members
There are families that make space for you, and families where you always feel too much. You answer the calls,…
12 Life Lessons I Learned On The Path of Self-Discovery
Life doesn’t always shout lessons to you. Sometimes, it whispers. And my path to self-discovery was not a neat journal…
How To Stop Being Judgmental: 5 Easy Ways
You’re scrolling through Instagram and see someone’s vacation post. Instantly, a thought pops into your head, “Must be nice to…
NIETZSCHE & NABOKOV
200 Poetry Writing Prompts For Poets
Sometimes language slips away when you need it most. You reach for a word and it hides, or the page…
25 Best Quotes From Great Expectations That Still Resonate With Us Today
I read Great Expectations fresh after a breakup. It felt like Dickens was speaking directly to me. The twisted mess…
I Read And Ranked The Most Famous Books By John Green
I first heard about John Green from a friend who said she bawled her eyes out while reading one of…
The 9 Best Time Travel Books Of All Time From All Genres
I usually don’t read time travel novels for the science. I read them for the silence, the moment when a…
Top 10 Best Locked Room Mystery Books That Will Mess With Your Mind
When people ask me about the best locked room mystery books, I can never give a single answer! The joy…
The Ultimate Fall Reading List: 9 Best Autumn Books To Read This Year
There is something about cooler nights and falling leaves that makes reading feel even better. The world slows down a…
NOURISH & NURTURE
9 Best Chair Workouts To Do At Home
You sit on a chair all day long and you’re immediately labelled as lazy and inactive. But hold on. There’s…
Top 15 Fruits For Skin Whitening And Glow For Real Results
“Mirror mirror on the wall, who’s the glowiest of them all?” If you’re feeling like the mirror won’t answer, “YOU”…
15 Ingredients To Avoid In Skin Care Products
If you care about your skin and overall health, the ingredients to avoid in skincare products should be a top…
What’s The Difference Between Keto And Paleo Diet? Let’s Find Out
The difference between keto and paleo diets can be a confusing one for many, especially since some of the results…
15 Natural Skincare Ingredients To Use – Backed By Science
Self-care practices rooted in tradition have manifested in the form of skin care. In the use of natural skincare ingredients.…
Skincare Ingredients That Should Not Be Mixed
Ever confidently layered your skincare, only to wake up with skin that looked like it had a mild existential crisis?…
VIRTUES & VICES
How To Overcome Imposter Syndrome: 11 Practical Ways
All of us experience, at times, that quiet voice at the back of our heads that tells us we are…
11 Signs Of A Petty Person
Ever found yourself apologizing for something as small as forgetting to reply to a text, only to realize the person…
9 Traits Of A Manipulative Person
Dealing with emotionally manipulative people is a big problem because they have a way of making everything your fault. Seriously,…
10 Self-Jeopardizing Lies We Tell Ourselves
The human mind is a master manipulator. It doesn’t just manipulate others. It can manipulate its owner too in not…
11 Signs Of An Arrogant Person – And How To Deal
Arrogance is a very misunderstood term that is often bandied about during an argument. It can be used in an…
Am I A Narcissist? 10 Alarming Signs to Watch Out For
In an age when self-promotion is often lauded and social media pays vanity, it’s tempting to stop and ask yourself,…