“You could have stopped her from going,” I said. It was extremely uncomfortable to keep quiet while the couple was intensely arguing over a petty topic. Refraining from taking any sides made it even harder. Felt like trapped. I traveled to Mumbai for the weekend to visit my college friend’s house. Sunil and his wifeContinueContinue reading “Fort @ Forties”
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Friendship: A Redefined Perspective
I know, I know… “friendship” – a vast concept to tackle in a single blog post. But I aim to shed light on a unique facet of this bond, one often overlooked. We glorify friendship as a noble, sacrificial endeavor. Yet, genuine friendship, in its purest form, might not always involve grand sacrifices. Recently, IContinueContinue reading “Friendship: A Redefined Perspective”
Maximize Your Energy on Social Media
Ever feel like your energy on social media is going up and down like a roller coaster? Many people feel worn out after scrolling. Others have trouble keeping up with all the changes. If you don’t know how to use social media effectively, it can cause a range of emotions. As long as you useContinueContinue reading “Maximize Your Energy on Social Media”
Becoming a Leader: Insights from Life’s Elements
Growing up, I was surrounded by portraits of great leaders. These included Mahatma Gandhi, Gopabandhu Das, Madhubabu, Rabindranath Tagore, Jawaharlal Nehru, and my grandfather. Their faces watched over us from our school walls. Their stories of the freedom struggle kindled a wish within me. I aspired to become a leader who positively influences those aroundContinueContinue reading “Becoming a Leader: Insights from Life’s Elements”
The Power of Silent Support: A Lesson in Leadership
Have you ever noticed how sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is simply listen? I witnessed this firsthand recently in a situation that started with tension but ended in transformation. It’s a story about burnout, recognition, and the healing power of being heard. The Storm Brewing During a project meeting, one of myContinueContinue reading “The Power of Silent Support: A Lesson in Leadership”
The Path to Mental Peace: A Conversation with My Inner Self
“Your mind is like a troubled lake,” my coach once told me. “The more you try to force it to be still, the more it ripples.” Those words echoed in my head as I sat in my favorite coffee shop, wrestling with thoughts that wouldn’t let go. That’s when an interesting conversation began – notContinueContinue reading “The Path to Mental Peace: A Conversation with My Inner Self”
The Morning Routine Makeover: Cultivating Positivity and Resilience
“What non-sense, this guy is a fraud,” Suraj said to himself, looking at the email where one of his colleagues hijacked an initiative of his overnight. He got frustrated and thought, ‘It is high time I change my job. Enough is enough’, he told himself. Upset with the email, He closed his mailbox and switchedContinueContinue reading “The Morning Routine Makeover: Cultivating Positivity and Resilience”
Understanding Human Conflict: Insights from a Parking Dispute
“I am sorry, Uncle, as I did not find any space for parking despite searching for 30 minutes and I had 15 minutes of work, I parked here and left.” “You guys don’t have any sense of what emergencies can occur due to your stupidity. You just think about yourself, not anybody else.” An argumentContinueContinue reading “Understanding Human Conflict: Insights from a Parking Dispute”
The Power of Networking: Key Insights for Job Seekers in India
Almost every week, I receive calls from old acquaintances who are seeking a job change or are on the verge of layoffs. Most of the time, the conversation ends with a promise that never materializes. I feel guilty for not being able to help, and I worry about calling them back without providing them withContinueContinue reading “The Power of Networking: Key Insights for Job Seekers in India”
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