It’s Official: I Am A RIPPLMKR

I've been practicing The RIPPLE Practice™ for almost a decade—small tangible acts of gratitude for cashiers, janitors, delivery truck drivers. But now, even my car is in on the movement.

This plate is more than metal. It's a conversation starter. A declaration. The way I move in this world—with presence, creativity, and authentic connection.

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The RIPPLE Practice™

A Presence-Based Approach to Meaningful Living

Revisit how you connect with yourself and others through six simple steps:

R • I • P • P • L • E

In a world that demands bigger, faster, more—discover the profound impact of slowing down, tuning in, and offering something real.

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Meet the Creator

I'm Mansi (Maan-see), Creator of The RIPPLE Practice™.

In a day and age where people have come to value speed and scale over presence and intentionality, I created a practice for something quieter, deeper, and more real.

Living in the heart of Silicon Valley, surrounded by the buzz of innovation and the glow of screens, choosing presence feels radical but also essential. What began as spontaneous acts of appreciation has evolved into The RIPPLE Practice™—a methodology that helps people reconnect with themselves and others through small, meaningful acts.

I'm also the author of Little Tokens of Love, Big Ripples of Happiness (Schiffer Craft, 2026), the foundational guide to The RIPPLE Practice™.

Experience The RIPPLE Practice™

  • Abstract painting of a group of faceless figures with a red heart above the center figure, set against a colorful, painterly background.

    The Ripple Room

    A live monthly Zoom gathering to experience The RIPPLE Practice™ together. Create, connect, and slow down—no replays, no perfection, just presence. Come as you are. No skills or art experience necessary.

    Explore

  • The Ripple Circle

    A gentle membership-based community for those seeking conversations, meaning and companionship. Share your RIPPLE journey. Witness others with care. Gather between gatherings. Small on purpose. Deep by design.

    Join the Circle
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    Online and Offline

    Seasonal online gatherings, Substack Live interviews and in-person events—each gathering is a gentle return to presence. No matter which one you attend, you’ll always leave a little lighter, freer, and more confident in your creative voice.

    RSVP
  • Art studio workspace with watercolor paints, brushes, jars, a cup of tea, a drawing titled 'Ripple Maker,' and decorative hanging woven art pieces near a window.

    No Phone, Just Art

    A gentle daily invitation to put down your phone and pick up something creative. Five minutes of presence, play, and making—the perfect way to do The RIPPLE Practice™ in small moments. Self-paced with a downloadable PDF guide.

    Make Time
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    Reflective Essays

    Deeply personal storytelling from my lived experiences inviting pause, reflection and introspection. Perhaps, you’ll find a little bit of yourself in these. Perhaps, you’ll feel less lonely. Perhaps, you’ll share some of your stories, too.

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What My Ripple Makers Say…

  • High value to me--your gracious hospitality, having folks introduce themselves, gently inviting people to share at the pace of their comfort level, your affirmation and hearing of what people shared, giving space for people to have their experience without expecting it to be the same or normative for everyone, and sharing what we created at the end. Bonus-watching you create!

    —Melissa

  • I enjoyed sharing the space with everyone during my first visit to The Ripple Room. I wasn't sure if it would be conversation only, or working on personal art projects while chatting... perhaps that was made clear at some point, but I seemed to miss that aspect. I loved watching Mansi create - always so inspirational.

    —Judy

  • I loved seeing everyone today, creating with mindless abandon, while everyone shared their stories and perspectives. Such an awesome group, and I am grateful to you Mansi for coordinating getting all of us in the same space.

    —Jean

  • That was a great prompt for me to get creative in a new way with new people. Our small tribe for 90 minutes. Thank you.

    —Brenda