Abel Prasad’s Blog — Life, Business & Wellbeing
Lessons in Patience: What My Mother Taught Me About Life, Resilience and Waiting Well
Discover the powerful lessons in patience passed down from my mother, and how they continue to shape my personal, professional, and emotional life in Australia today.
From Tamagotchi to Labubu: The Legacy We Leave Our Children Through Fads and Collectibles
From Tamagotchi to Pokémon cards to Labubu, childhood fads shape identity, nostalgia, and even economics.
Forgetting My Father
A raw and deeply personal essay by Abel Kalpi Nand Prasad on the quiet pain of forgetting a lost parent — their voice, their face, and the emotional weight of memory slipping away. A moving reflection on love, loss, and the enduring struggle to hold on.
Ten More Minutes
In this heartfelt essay, Kalpi Prasad reflects on the profound loss of his sister Raji and what he would give for just ten more minutes with her. A moving tribute about grief, sibling love, and finding purpose through pain—this story reminds us that the greatest lessons often come in life’s quietest moments.
The Bhagavad Gita and Business: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Leadership
Discover how the Bhagavad Gita offers powerful lessons for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals navigating the modern world. Learn how detachment, duty, and purpose drive success.
How the Barefoot Investor Changed Finance Forever: Abel Prasad’s Perspective
Discover why Abel Prasad believes Scott Pape, the Barefoot Investor, has transformed the finance world—from simple budgeting systems to reshaping how Australians think about money.
A Life Reimagined: Lessons from Loss, Family, and Growth
South Australian businessman Kalpi Prasad shares his journey from a prison sentence and PTSD to rebuilding life with integrity, purpose, and the strength of family. A raw and inspiring story of second chances, fatherhood, and healing.
How Business Owners Can Navigate Stress in an Inflation-Fuelled Economy: Abel Prasad on Mental Resilience and Financial Clarity
Discover how Australian business owners are managing stress amid rising global inflation. Abel Prasad shares insights on mental health, financial resilience, and sustainable strategies to survive economic pressure.
Why I Became a Mental Health Advocate: Honouring My Sister, Dr. Dheeraji Guterres (Raji Prasad)
🌿 Mental health isn’t weakness—it’s part of being human.
I became a mental health advocate in honour of my sister, Dr. Dheeraji Guterres (Raji Prasad)—a brilliant psychiatrist who understood pain, healing, and the power of compassion.
In this deeply personal piece, I share why people hide their mental health battles, why so many young Australians suffer in silence, and how we can break the stigma together.
From $1K to $60K a Week During COVID – Then I Lost It All
Discover how I turned a Shopify garden store into a $60K-a-week powerhouse during COVID — and how a misstep into retail cost me everything.
From Incarceration to Advocacy: An Autoethnographic Study on PTSD, Grief, and Mental Health Recovery in Australia
This paper presents an autoethnographic narrative examining the lived experience of incarceration, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and profound grief, particularly following the deaths of immediate family members. Integrating personal experiences with relevant Australian mental health statistics and literature, this paper seeks to contextualise individual trauma within the broader framework of systemic rehabilitation, mental health recovery, and advocacy. The goal is to contribute to scholarly discourse on trauma-informed support, particularly for those navigating reintegration post-incarceration in Australia.
The Heartbeat of South Australian Football: Adelaide United’s Season of Transformation
Discover how Adelaide United’s coaches led both the men's and women's squads to a season of growth, resilience, and football revival in South Australia. A deep, insightful look at the club’s transformation.
Ten Minutes
Discover Ten Minutes — a moving story of a man battling silent depression, his encounter with God, and the life he could have lived. A powerful reminder that even in darkness, hope is never lost.
Why Buying a Supercar Is a Business Move, Not a Luxury Purchase
Buying a supercar isn’t about showing off — it’s about showing up in the right rooms. Discover how elite cars can open business doors and expand your network.
Global Market Crash: What It Means for Australian Super, Shares & Mortgages
The recent global market crash and collapsing Aussie dollar are sending shockwaves through Australian super funds, share portfolios and mortgage rates. Here’s what you need to know – and how to stay ahead.
How US Trade Tariffs Will Impact the Australian Construction Market in 2025
With new US trade tariffs affecting global supply chains, Australia’s construction industry could face rising costs, delays, and sourcing issues. Discover how Renown Lending helps builders stay financially resilient.
The Future of Work: What Emerging Generations Expect
Discover how Gen Z and Millennials are reshaping the Australian workplace. Abel Prasad explores key trends in flexibility, purpose, tech, and wellbeing that businesses must embrace.
Why More Travellers Are Seeking Wellness Retreats and Digital Detoxes
More Aussies are turning to wellness retreats and digital detoxes to escape burnout and embrace mindful travel. Learn how these escapes are transforming lives.
The Remote Work Revolution: How to Navigate Productivity in a Global Workforce
Discover how Australian businesses can navigate remote work by focusing on outcomes, communication, wellbeing, and the right tools. Learn how to build a productive, connected global team.
Calm Home Office Design Tips for Productivity | Australian Home Workspaces
Discover how to create a productive and peaceful home office with natural light, calming colours, smart organisation, and ergonomic design. Ideal for Australian hybrid workers.