Whispers for the Soul: 101 Short Stories of Wisdom and Spirituality for Ready Minds

Dr S. K. Sharma, MBBS, MD, is a physician and lifelong seeker of truth. A graduate of AIIMS, New Delhi, he has more than three decades of experience as a researcher, clinician, and professional in the pharmaceutical industry. He now dedicates his practice to diabetes care and provides free consultations in Chennai through two social organizations.

Beyond medicine. Dr Sharma has followed a parallel journey into the deeper questions of life. philosophical thought, and scientific inquiry, bringing together the deeper questions of life. For years he has studies spiritual traditions, philosophical thought, and scientific inquiry, bringing together the wisdom of all three in his reflections on existence and consciousness.

His writings weave reason with reflection, offering insights through simple, accessible narratives. They invite readers to pause, question, and look beneath the surface of everyday life to rediscover the wonder that lies within and around us.

His first book, Guru Who Never Was: A Seeker's Chronicle, was received warmly by readers across ages and backgrounds, especially those drawn to inquiry and inner exploration.

Whispers for the Soul carries that spirit forward in a different way. Over the years, Dr Sharma came across stories from many cultures and traditions. A few stayed with him, revealing their wisdom quietly, often just when it was needed.

In this collection, he retells those stories in his own voice, inviting readers to slow down and listen. Each story stands on its own and is best taken one at a time, reflected upon, and allowed to settle. This book invites the reader to experience the depth hidden in simple tales, the quiet whispers that can open a doorway to insight.