Minimalism

Tired of city life, a couple moved from Mumbai to a quiet hill in Mahabaleshwar. On abandoned land, they began again — growing food, building a zero-waste farm, and learning to live simply. Today, their journey inspires others to slow down, reconnect with nature, and find joy in doing things differently.

Here’s celebrating this spirit of freedom and passion with stories of individuals who have gone against the hustle culture to chase their dreams.

Lucia Gasparidesova started Prolong with a staunch focus on sustainability and recycling waste. This is how her idea took shape.

“Everything was sustainable when I was growing up in Kodagu. Only when I came to Bengaluru I realised how much 'waste' is wasted. That irked me."

Shivya Nath travels the world full-time, has no permanent address, and is a staunch minimalist. Here's her advice for you!

Lifestyle changes can truly make or break your life. Here's how this resident of Chennai has the world at her feet!

It may come across as a traditional or old school of thought, but there may be more to this philosophy, which is also being advocated by developed countries.

Creating extraordinary pieces of art out of ordinary subjects like withered flowers, petals, leaves, twigs, grains & even vegetables, Subhashini Chandramani’s handle which goes by the name, ‘neelavanam’ is a hit on Instagram!