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In our fast-paced and anxious world, many wonder: how can we stay calm amid the chaos? The 12th-century Persian poet and philosopher Omar Khayyam offered timeless wisdom that still holds true today.
1. Joy lives in the small things
Not just big milestones, but everyday moments shape our emotional state. A sunrise, the smell of coffee, or a kind word can ground us. Khayyam taught that each moment contains the fullness of life — we just need to notice it.
2. Let go of what’s not yours
Guilt, fear, or regret often weigh us down. When we release what we cannot control, we reclaim our energy. Peace begins when we stop trying to carry burdens that don’t belong to us.
3. Stop comparing
A famous story tells of a man asking to exchange his cross, only to choose the very one he already had. Others' lives often seem easier — until we learn the truth. Acceptance of our path brings emotional balance.
4. Live the moment
Khayyam’s poetry urges us to seize the moment:
“This moment is all you have — it will never return.”
Modern psychologists call this mindfulness — a powerful tool for calm and presence.
Conclusion: Peace doesn’t come from the outside. It grows within — through self-awareness, letting go, and finding meaning in the now.
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In the Balkan region of Turkmenistan, extensive preparations are underway to celebrate the New Year. With the efforts of the Ministry of Trade and Foreign Economic Relations, the Balkan Regional Consumer Societies Union, and the local branch of the Turkmenistan Industrialists and Entrepreneurs Association, all retail outlets in the region have expanded their festive offerings. Residents and visitors can find a wide variety of food, industrial goods, and gift items.
Markets are adorned with fresh produce, sparkling globes, garlands, toys, candles, Christmas trees, and other gifts that capture the festive spirit. Modern greenhouses in Gyzylarbat, Magtymguly, Bereket districts, as well as in the cities of Balkanabat and Turkmenbashi, supply fresh vegetables and greens for the shelves of mobile trade points. High-quality meat, dairy products, vegetables, and fruits are sold at affordable prices. Beautifully packaged New Year gifts attract considerable interest from buyers.
To meet public demand, the Balkan Regional Consumer Societies Union has opened more than 100 mobile trade points across all districts and cities of the region. These mobile shops will operate until January 3, 2026, according to the «Türkmenistan» newspaper.
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