Srinagar, April 18 -- Life in Kashmir moves slowly. The harsh winters, frequent power cuts, rough roads, and financial instability shape every day. Yet, in the face of these constant challenges, people persevere - opening shops, drinking tea, praying. How do they manage? The answer is mindfulness, a practice so deeply ingrained in daily life that it is seldom named, yet it is the key to their survival.

Mindfulness in Kashmir is not a trendy term or something one actively labels. It is simply about being present, whether in the mundane act of making tea, walking through a crowded market, or quietly sipping tea with a friend. This awareness of the present moment is as much a part of the region's essence as its landscapes. It is in the rhyt...