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In this episode, host Rishi Nagar explores Jonathan Swift's Hints Towards an Essay on Conversation, a timeless reflection on how the way we speak and listen can reveal our character. Written more than 300 years ago, Swift's satirical essay examines human vanity, selfishness, boasting, unnecessary arguments and the tendency to talk without truly listening. His message remains surprisingly relevant today: good conversation is not just about knowing what to say, but knowing when to listen, respect others and give them space to be heard. Read the full article to discover why Swift's observations about conversation and human nature still resonate today.

Why are we often more supportive of others than we are of ourselves? In this episode of Motivational Monday, we explore why setbacks, rejection and fear of failure can make us lose confidence and give up on our goals. The conversation looks at the importance of recognizing small progress, separating our mistakes from our identity and learning to speak to ourselves with the same kindness we offer the people we love. This Monday, the message is simple: a setback does not define you, and it's never too late to try again. Sometimes, the person we need to encourage most is ourselves.

In this episode, host Gurpreet Kaur connects with her listeners on air to explore the quiet and often misunderstood feeling of loneliness. Can someone feel lonely even when they have a partner, children, and a family around them? During the conversation, listeners share their thoughts and personal experiences. One listener reflects that loneliness can grow when we have emotional expectations from the person living beside us especially when, during illness or difficult times, we feel that they are not there to care for us or stand by our side. This heartfelt conversation on Roshni looks at loneliness not simply as being physically alone, but as the feeling of being emotionally unseen, unsupported, or disconnected from the people closest to us.

In this episode, host Rishi Nagar speaks with a Ward 5 Councillor about the significance of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, observed in Canada on September 30. The conversation explores the history and legacy of residential schools, including what Indigenous children experienced, why children were taken from their families and communities, and the lasting impacts on survivors, families, and Indigenous communities.

Host Rishi Nagar speaks with renowned Calgary retina surgeon Dr. Jag Anand about the connection between diabetes and eye health. He explains how diabetes can affect vision and why regular eye checkups are important for preventing serious eye complications. Dr. Anand also discusses diabetes that develops during pregnancy, particularly among South Asian women, and highlights the importance of monitoring blood sugar and eye health during and after pregnancy.