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Was that Okay?
15th December 2025 I recently came across the commencement speech delivered by Oprah Winfrey at Harvard University in May 2013 and a section of the
Sobremesa
14th December 2025 One of my fondest memories of childhood are of the meals we shared at our dining table. I had the privilege of
‘Slow Food’
13th December 2025 Slow Food movement was initially founded by Carlo Petrini and a group of activists in Italy during the 1980s with the aim
Lagom
12th December 2025 Once asked by a reporter how much money was enough money, business tycoon John D. Rockefeller replied, “Just a little bit more.”
WHY NOT YOU?
11th December 2025 Each and every day, there are people all around the country and world who are living their dreams. Millionaires are made every
‘Firgun’
10th December 2025 I recently came across this wonderful word, ‘Firgun’ – A term simply explained as, “I’m happy because you’re happy.” And it struck
The power of Association
9th December 2025 Swami Vivekananda gives a beautiful explanation on the power of Association:“The rain drop from the sky: If it is caught in hands,
As if..
8th December 2025 Sometimes life feels stuck not because we lack ability, but because we stay trapped in our current identity. There is a simple
Don’t wait for ‘After..’
7th December 2025 Barely the day begins, and suddenly it’s evening. We blink, it’s Monday, then Friday. The months slip away, we are suddenly in
Jordan’s Flu Game
6th December 2025 On June 11, 1997, Michael Jordan stepped onto the court for Game 5 of the NBA Finals between his Chicago Bulls and
‘Invisible labels’
5th December 2025 Recently, I was rushing for an appointment but the car ahead was moving at a snails pace and not giving me way
Altruism..
4th December 2025 Today, ask yourself a simple question: “What am I doing with no expectation of return?” We live in an ROI-obsessed world. Every
Humility
3rd December 2025 A sign of great emotional intelligence is humility. A humble person will always begin his sentence with ‘You’ rather than ‘I’. नमन्ति
The Skyscraper Mentality
2nd December 2025 I recently developed an interest in skyscrapers. Ever since the first skyscraper was built in Chicago in 1885, the world has been
Finish Strong..
1st December 2025 A new day, a new week, a new month, and it seems like the blink of an eye & we are already
En..Joy
30th November 2025 I realised that making everyone happy is not possible, So I decided to be happy with everyone! Every day, whatever the circumstances,
‘You are allowed..’
29th November 2025 Today is your day, And you are allowed, to start fresh, to be happy, To Work some, play some, Breathe in &
Ignorance is bliss
28th November 2025 It is sometimes better not to know about a problem or its implications because the lack of knowledge prevents worry. At times,
Happy Thanksgiving Day
27th November 2025 Almost every culture in the world has held celebrations of thanks for a plentiful harvest. For Americans, it’s Thanksgiving. The story began
Direction not speed
26th November 2025 In ‘Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland,’ there’s a scene in which Alice reaches a fork in the road and has a simple exchange
What would you do if you couldn’t fail?
25th November 2025 A provocative question indeed. It reveals what is often really holding us back from living out our dreams: Fear. What would you
The Power of “Just One”
24th November 2025 Have you noticed how the mind loves to say, “It’s too much… I’ll start tomorrow”? Let’s play a different game with a
Life is..
23rd November 2025 Life is not all work & just mowing your lawn in spare time. It’s also about your secret desires & wishes, About
Space to think
22nd November 2025 Henry Ford was famous for paying the highest salaries in the industry. One day, a curious journalist asked him: “Mr. Ford, who’s
The Good Life
21st November 2025 Every human being aspires to live a Good Life. But, we all define the phrase, “Good Life” differently. Some are looking to
The Stockdale Paradox
20th November 2025 We often find some of the greatest bits of wisdom in paradox. The Stockdale Paradox is a concept that was popularized by
Are you holding onto something that you no longer need?
19th November 2025 Here’s a parable that I love on the subject: A man on a long journey comes to a wide, rushing river blocking
Are you prepared for the favourable wind?
18th November 2025 When fisherman cannot go to sea, they repair nets. When the sea is too rough to sail, the smart ones don’t wait—they
The “Parking Lot Principle”
17th November 2025 Simon Sinek was right when he said, “100% of employees are people. 100% of customers are people. 100% of investors are people.
Informational obesity
16th November 2025 Every once in a while, the internet throws up a gem like this one: “Informational obesity will kill you.” Somewhere in the
The benefits of Reading
15th November 2025 J k Rowling said it beautifully, “I do believe something magical happens when I read a good book.” Iam grateful to my
‘Prepare your children for the road’
14th November 2025 I love this quote, “The parents who don’t not teach their children their duties are as guilty as the children who neglect
Don’t Argue with a Fool
13th November 2025 The older I get, the more I realize, peace has a price. You buy it by saying no. No to drama. No
The Chivas Regal Effect
12th November 2025 Whether or not we realize it, we’ve likely all fallen victim to the fallacy that pricier products must be superior to their
It’s Okay Not to be Okay
11th November 2025 I am currently reading Robin Sharma’s latest book, “The Everyday Hero Manifesto.” I have always found his writing very motivational and inspirational
Chesterton’s Fence
10th November 2025 There was once a small village surrounded by a tall wooden fence that had been there as long as anyone could remember.
Jeevan ki Aapadhaapi Mein
9th November 2025 I love this poem by Harivanshrai Bachan ji, where he says life is like we have entered a stream and can no
‘Sharpen your Axe’
8th November 2025 “If I only had an hour to chop down a tree, I would spend the first 45 minutes sharpening my axe.” ~Abraham
The Ant Philosophy
7th November 2025 Sometimes, the most valuable lessons can be learnt from the smallest of creatures. Everybody should study ants. While the world rests, they
Chardhi Kala
6th November 2025 As we celebrated Gurupurab yesterday, I wa reminded of the unique concept, of leading life with the spirit of ‘Chardhi Kala’ The
Happy Gurupurab!
5th November 2025 “Satgur Nanak Pargateya, Mitti Dhund Jag Chanan Hoyeya” (With the emergence of the Holy Guruji, Guru Nanak, the mist cleared and the
Abundance Mindset
4th November 2025 One of my favorite quotes is, “The mind is everything, what you think, you become.” One of the most life changing moments
Someday…
3rd November 2025 Someday I’ll write that book. Someday I’ll start that business. Someday I’ll find that partner. Someday I’ll take that leap of faith.
Tomorrow never comes
2nd November 2025 How many times do you postpone a task by saying, “I shall start tomorrow / next week / Next month /in the
The Iceberg theory of Success
1st November 2025 The world watched and India cheered when Jemimah Rodrigues played the classy knock & helped India chase 339 and enter the Women’s
The Abilene Paradox
31st October 2025 There’s an old Danish fairy tale about an emperor who loved fine clothes. One day, two swindlers arrive at his court, claiming
Problem or Inconvenience
30th October 2025 One of life’s best coping mechanisms is to know the difference between an inconvenience and a problem. Iam reminded of a great
Live like it’s the last time
29th October 2025 Writer and philosopher Sam Harris once said, “No matter how many times you do something, there will come a day when you
Dare to Fail
28th October 2025 Have you ever asked yourself what you would attempt to do if you knew you could not fail? Failure is scary, but
Presence of mind
27th October 2025 One of the key things we look for when receruiting a team member is Presence of mind – the ability to remain
The Power of Appreciation
26th October 2025 Sir Richard Branson said, “As a leader of people, you must be a great listener and a great motivator. People are no
Are you allowing their narrative to impact your life?
25th October 2025 My life improved dramatically when I realized that it’s not my responsibility to change the narrative that other people have about me
The Hercules Principle
24th October 2025 An old fable tells of a farmer whose cart became stuck in the mud. He cried out to Hercules, the God of
Day 5 – The final day of the Diwali Festivities – Bhai Dooj
23rd October 2025 The festival of Bhai Dooj has a literal meaning attached to it. It is made up of two words namely- “Bhai” meaning
Vishwakarma Day – Day 4 of the Diwali Festival
22nd October 2025 A day after Diwali also celebrated as the New Year, the start of the New Samvat, with enthusiasm and fervor which symbolizes
Stories & Legends of Deepavali
21st October 2025 As the confusion about the Diwali date continues, let’s just celebrate life. However, As per Hindu calendar, the five day festival of
Diwali – The Festival of Light
20th October 2025 ॥तमसो मा ज्योतिर् गमय॥ “हे ईश , हमें अज्ञान के अंधकार से ज्ञान के प्रकाश की ओर ले चलिए |” On this
‘Gambling during Diwali!’
19th October 2025 Have you ever wondered why a vice, like card playing, is a part of Diwali celebrations? Does the idea of people going
‘Dhanteras -The start of the 5 day Festival of Diwali’
18th October 2025 Diwali is a five day festival & starts with Dhanteras. The five days of Diwali are Day One -Dhanteras (Day of fortune)
‘Giving with Humility’
17th October 2025 In this season of giving, what is most important is: How do you give? Do you find joy in giving in little
‘The Giving Plate’
16th October 2025 In this festive season, I shall like to share this wonderful concept of ‘The Giving Plate.’ No one likes to show up
To – Be List
15th October 2025 I swear by my, ‘Things to Do List.’ Meticulously, every morning, I pen down what I need to do today, this week,
‘Light the Lamp’
14th October 2025 I read a beautiful couplet from Sant Kabir this morning, which reads: जब मैं था तब हरी नहीं, अब हरी है मैं
Be the First
13th October 2025 In this highly competitive world, where everything is a race & everyone wants to be the first, This Festive season, You also
‘Helpers High’
12th October 2025 “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” This quote is so true. When we
Become a Two-dollar Man
11th October 2025 I have always considered Jim Rohn – the grand old man of American motivational speaking, as my Life Guru. I read an
The Karwa Chauth Festival
10th October 2025 Karva is another word for a small earthen pot of water and chauth means ‘fourth’ in a reference to the fact that
Lollipop Moment
9th October 2025 I was introduced to this wonderful concept of a ‘Lollipop Moment’ by an amazing speaker at a conference I attended recently. A
The joy of giving
8th October 2025 Giving is the biggest secret of a happy life full of abundance. The more you give, the more it flows back to
The Joy of Giving
7th October 2025 John D Rockfeller was once the richest man in the world. The first billionaire in the world. By age 25 he controlled
‘Share your light’
6th October 2025 Once upon a time a man heard, that in a foreign place, far away, there was a holy flame burning. So he
Be an Encourager
5th October 2025 One of my favourite quotes is : “Be an encourager, there are enough critics already in this world.” Spend a day, a
Take care of yourself
4th October 2025 Self-care is not synonymous with self-indulgence or being selfish. Self-care means taking care of yourself so that you can be healthy, you
The Joy of Giving Diwali
3rd October 2025 I’ve been thinking about the act of giving for some time now. I’ve been reflecting on how much do I give compared
Happy Vijaydashmi!
2nd October 2025 Dussehra is a Sanskrit word meaning removal of ten bad qualities within you. * Kama vasana (Lust) * Krodha (Anger) * Moha
Go for it
1st October 2025 “The worst prison in the world is having the talent and intelligence to achieve something great but lacking the courage to go
‘Happy Durga Ashthmi’
30th September 2025 सर्वमंगलमांगल्ये शिवे सर्वार्थ साधिके। शरण्ये त्र्यम्बके गौरी नारायणि नमोस्तु ते।। During Navratri, We celebrate the nine forms of the Goddess, the Universal
Knowledge & Action
29th September 2025 “The purpose of knowledge is action, not knowledge.” Have you ever wondered, why the wisest or the most well read and educated
My Happiness Mantra
28th September 2025 I love this quote: “Comfort kills. If your goal in life is to be comfortable, I guarantee two things. First, you’ll never
Choose Inner Peace
27th September 2025 Someone recently shared some lines attributed to Meryl Streep which really resonated with me. She said: “I’ve learned not to beg —
The next 100 days..
26th September 2025 It suddenly struck me that we have less than 100 days left for the year to end and that got me thinking.
Stop making excuses
25th September 2025 As human beings, One of our most powerful needs is certainty: we are driven to avoid pain and seek out things that
True Leadership
24th September 2025 Your position or your title don’t make you a leader. Leadership has nothing to do with your social status, your bank account
Kidlin’s Law
23rd September 2025 Albert Einstein was once famously asked how he would approach a challenging problem if given one hour to solve it. His response:
Spiritual Importance of Navratri
22nd September 2025 The 9-day festival is all about prayers, sattvik food, and devotion towards Maa Durga and her 9 avataars. The festival marks the
Build Character, Reputation will follow
21st September 2025 In Life, sports, business, politics, the emphasis today seems to be too often on reputation. The mantra of our times is “What
The Ancient Problem of Akrasia
20th September 2025 Continuing with yesterday’s post, I delved deeper into the reasons for delaying things against better judgement. Human beings have been procrastinating for
Commitment Device
19th September 2025 How many times have you decided to do a task but keep procrastinating till the deadline approaches, stress builds up & only
Be like the Bison
18th September 2025 All of us face storms in life, not just professionally, but even personally. There’s some financial struggle we’re going through, A relationship
Fall down Seven times, stand up eight
17th September 2025 Nelson Mandela said “I never lose. I either win or learn.” And that is the mindset that I try to bring to
Keep your Bread warm
16th September 2025 This morning, while having breakfast, while enjoying my breakfast, I realised that my toast is not tasting good as usual. The toast
Believe in your Dreams
15th September 2025 The Difference in winning and not losing is most often not quitting. It took Walt Disney 16 years to get the rights
What are you fishing for?
14th September 2025 Thomas Edison, one of history’s greatest inventors, had an unusual habit. He loved going fishing, but strangely, he never caught any fish.
Stop chasing..
13th September 2025 We live in a culture that glorifies the chase. Chase the promotion, Chase the perfect relationship, Chase the next milestone, The bigger
Be Pronoid
12th September 2025 There are 2 ways to live life: One that the universe and all its occupants are conspiring in your favour and the
Don’t Hesitate – take the chance
11th September 2025 Neil Armstrong, was the 1st person to set his foot on the moon. But, do you know who was supposed to be
Change..
10th September 2025 We live in a world where everyone wants everyone else to change first. We blame the govt for our problems. We blame
Make things happen
9th September 2025 People can be divided into three groups: Those who make things happen, Those who watch things happen and Those who wonder what
The Snake Chasing Effect
8th September 2025 Here’s a story I come back to often when I feel negative emotions rising: A man is walking through the woods when
Good Deed Sunday
7th September 2025 Let this Sunday be your day to fill your account at the Bank of the Universe with good deeds. Give encouragement to
Ganpati Visarjan
6th September 2025 Ten days after welcoming Lord Ganesha to our homes on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, devotees bid adieu to Ganesh idols on
Happy Teachers Day!
5th September 2025 “The aim of education is not aquisition of information, although important, or aquisition of technical skills, though essential in modern society; but
Oubaitori – The Japanese Philosophy That Changed My Life
4th September 2025 Let’s face it: we live in a world that thrives on comparison. Social media, house that you live in, car that you
What is Maturity?
3rd September 2025 Funny but true, We normally assume that people mature with age, however, many just age and don’t mature. We are always advising
All is well!
2nd September 2025 Remember the movie, 3 Idiots, & the famous dialogue, “All is Well, All is well” Life is actually like that. The mind
Come September!
1st September 2025 A New day, a New week, a New month. Make it a September to remember. The name September comes from the the
Let Yourself Rest
31st August 2025 You can make the world a better place by making yourself a better person. Recognize rest as a necessity, not a luxury,
Don’t worry!
30th August 2025 Are you facing problems? Worrying won’t solve any problems, You just be kind, be honest, be true & all these will come
The four Principles of Spirituality
29th August 2025 It is not important whether you believe in spirituality or not, the four principles of spirituality apply to all from the moment
Change your perspective
28th August 2025 Everyone faces tough times, I have had my share. I have lived by the maxim, “Having problems, change your perspective.” There are
Ganesh Chaturthi – A new beginning!
27th August 2025 Ganesh Chaturthi is here! The religious-cultural festival is a 10-day-long celebration of Lord Ganesha’s birth. In Hinduism, Lord Ganesha is the epitome
The Ben Franklin Effect
26th August 2025 During his time on the Pennsylvania Assembly, Benjamin Franklin had come into conflict with a rival legislator. Seeking to defuse and effectively
‘The Truth About Selling’
25th August 2025 “I’m no good at selling!” Have you ever heard someone say that, or perhaps said it yourself? We hear it all the
Find Happiness by Giving
24th August 2025 This story is about a beautiful rich lady who complained to her psychiatrist that she felt that her whole life was empty,
Be a Child
23rd August 2025 Today live like a child, let the things happen & see the magic. You just, Smile. Dream. Love. Learn. Push. Rest. Create.
Don’t Worry, Be Happy
22nd August 2025 Whenever, something is bothering me, I remember the immortal words of Bobby McFerrin 1988 song: “Here’s a little song I wrote, You
What do you See?
21st August 2025 One day a professor entered the class room and asked the students to prepare for a surprise test. The professor handed out
‘Micchami Dukkadam’
20th August 2025 “May all my improper actions be inconsequential. My fault has been due to error. May all my transgressions be forgiven. I ask
Do you face a mountain?
19th August 2025 Do you find yourself facing a road that seems impossible today? Whatever it is, it’s not. In life we always have metaphorical
The Magic of Showing Up
18th August 2025 There will always be times, when you don’t feel up to it but you decide to go ahead. After finishing the task,
‘Help someone to help yourself’
17th August 2025 Somebody once made the observation that the person who is wrapped up entirely in himself makes a very small package—and the package
Happy Janamashthmi!
16th August 2025 Krishna was born in the darkness of the night, in the locked confines of a jail. However, at the moment of His
Happy Independence Day
15th August 2025 Dreams, aspirations, and ideals mean nothing if one does not have the freedom to pursue them. As each one of us aspire
What does Freedom mean to you?
14th August 2025 Dreams, aspirations, and ideals mean nothing if one does not have the freedom to pursue them. On the cusp of our 79th
Know What NOT to Do..
13th August 2025 Resources available whether in terms of time, money, ability or capability are always limited. To make the best use of our resources,
Hope..
12th August 2025 “We must accept finite disappointment, but we must never lose infinite hope.” ~Martin Luther King Jr. A New Day Has Arrived and
Today..
11th August 2025 Recently, I came across this wonderful thought : “You are richer than 93 percent of people. Not in money, but in time.
Pause..
10th August 2025 I can think of several times in my life I wish I had practiced the pause in my life, and I cannot
Happy Rakshabandhan!
9th August 2025 Raksha Bandhan has been celebrated by Gods and men alike since ages. Rakhi fables abound around Gods like Lord Yama, the Goddess
Don’t wait for the perfect moment
8th August 2025 We all strive for perfection, but as someone said, “Perfection does not mean doing extraordinary things but in doing ordinary things extraordinarily
“Slow is smooth and smooth is fast.”
7th August 2025 There’s debate about the origin of this phrase. I don’t know if it’s originally from the Navy SEALs, Vince Lombardi, or someone
Let’s Start Talking Again
6th August 2025 Till, not too long ago, We were good at talking. Storytelling was our forté. We sat around with friends & family, reminisced
The Hidden Cost of Comfort
5th August 2025 There’s an old story that I try & remember when Iam struggling with something. “A man stumbled upon a cocoon of an
The Burnt Toast theory
4th August 2025 Someone recently shared this concept with me & suggested it as an idea for my morning blog. Traditionally, the Burnt Toast Theory
Happy Friendship Day!
3rd August 2025 I’m a success today because I had a friend who believed in me and I didn’t have the heart to let him
Learn to be still
2nd August 2025 How different would the world be, If we spent as much time listening to our conscience as we did listening to others.
Live Life..
1st August 2025 For a long time it seemed to me that life was about to begin. But there was always some obstacle in the
Sliding door moments
31st July 2025 A sliding door moment” refers to a seemingly minor event or decision that significantly alters the course of one’s life, much like
Create your own Paradise!
30th July 2025 Heaven as described in various religions and cultures, is often portrayed as a place of ultimate peace, joy, and perfection, a realm
‘Normalization of Deviance’
29th July 2025 Dr. Diane Vaughan of Columbia University coined the term “normalization of deviance” in her analysis of the Challenger space shuttle disaster. In
“Can you sleep when the wind blows?”
28th July 2025 The phrase “I can sleep when the wind blows” is a common idiom that signifies being prepared & having peace of mind
‘Early or Late’
27th July 2025 I have recently discovered this magic pill and use it regularluly; It’s called, Late-No-More. Just one dose every day allows me to
‘Embraceable You’
26th July 2025 Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, a honest compliment, or the
“Destitutus ventis, remos adhibe”
25th July 2025 I love this Latin proverb that means “If the wind will not serve, take to the oars.” Life is never going to
‘Self Talk’
24th July 2025 We all have an internal dialogue that runs 24/7. The quality of that internal dialogue has a real, tangible impact on your
‘Don’t Judge’
23rd July 2025 I try not to judge people mainly because I have too many imperfections of my own & I don’t know the battles
‘Dream Big’
21st July 2025 Have you ever dreamt a great dream or had an inspiring idea, but then went back to your daily routine and lost
Am I doing enough?
20th July 2025 Someone recently shared this with me: “I have this productivity anxiety that everyone else is working harder than me and I’am going
‘What is Success?’
19th July 2025 Yesterday, on my birthday, A dear friend asked me “How were the last 12 months,” Was it a “successful” Year? I sat
Via Negativa – Subtract, Subtract, Subtract
18th July 2025 I remember, I read somewhere that we spend the 1st half of our lives adding things, and the 2nd half subtracting most
I wish you enough
17th July 2025 Someone recently shared this wonderful story with me and it touched a chord, hence sharing. “Recently I overheard a father & daughter
Leave it to him
16th July 2025 Whenever someone asks me, ‘What should you ask for in prayer from God,’ I am reminded of a story: A king was
Action Bias
15th July 2025 Prioritizing action over inaction, without sufficient reasoning to support it, can lead us to mishandle a situation. Action is normally an automatic
Just keep showing up
14th July 2025 The key to life is to just keep showing up. Your entire life will change when you realize that everything matters. You
Put the glass down
13th July 2025 Every now and then one come’s across the perfect article or story at the perfect time in our life. That happened for
Be Busy
12th July 2025 The weekend is the best time to be busy. Busy with family & friends, Busy creating memories, Busy improving yourself, Busy doing
White Belt Mentality
11th July 2025 In this Guru Purnima week, let’s talk about the concept of learning. To grow, it is better to adopt a beginner’s mind.
Happy Guru Purnima
10th July 2025 This day marks the birthday of Veda Vyasa, the sage who authored the Mahabharata and complied with the Vedas. Guru Purnima is
Have You Found Your Gardener Yet?
8th July 2025 Aditya, the CEO of a growing firm, often praised his Executive Assistant, Priya. “She’s exceptional, organized, quick, and completely reliable,” he told
Global Forgiveness Day
7th July 2025 The best way to destroy an enemy is to make him a friend. July 7th, is celebrated as a Global forgiveness day,
Stop Complaining..
6th July 2025 A lot of people who have it pretty damn good (like I do) find plenty of things to complain about. Ask someone,
The Power of Silence
5th July 2025 Ever since the Industrial Revolution, noise has been synonymous with productivity and progress, In all the clamour, we have forgotten the value
Shower Effect
4th July 2025 I have always wondered, ‘Why do I get my best ideas or solutions to problems I have been tackling while take a
Owner’s Mindset
3rd July 2025 When I was a kid, my father once asked me to tidy up a few bookshelves in his room. I rushed through
Decision Fatigue
2nd July 2025 When you reached home in the evening after a hard days work, and were asked by your spouse, “What would you like
Build Resilience..
1st July 2025 Success is never linear. We all face failure at some point. Life is all about handling the peaks & trough. Resilience is
Learn from failure
30th June 2025 While discussing inventions, Thomas Edison’s associate, Walter S. Mallory, once said to him, “Isn’t it a shame that with the tremendous amount
The Big Prize..
29th June 2025 Most of us miss out life’s big prizes like the Nobel, Oscar, Olympic Gold, Grand slam etc, but we all are eligible
Don’t Try to Get Rich Twice
28th June 2025 Warren Buffett once gave a talk to a group of MBA students at the University of Maryland. A student asked the Oracle
Are You Letting The Bull Get Away?
27th June 2025 “Don’t wait for the perfect moment, take the moment & make it perfect.” But so often we wait for the conditions to
Leave a little sparkle….
26th June 2025 The divine force which has created the Galaxy, the earth, the mountains, the oceans and all the wonders; looked at you &
Fallacy of Rituals
25th June 2025 Do Rituals need to be followed unquestionably or do we need to examine the logic behind them? I increasingly believe in the
Get out of your comfort Zone
24th June 2025 “Once a wise man & his disciple in their travels, saw a hut in the distance. As they approached they realized that
Strategy Vs Tactic
23rd June 2025 I have no idea whether this is really part of a program at Stanford, but I liked the story. Most Stanford students
Choose to Forgive!
22nd June 2025 “The best way to destroy an enemy is to make him a friend.” The heaviest thing to carry is a Grudge, Choose
‘Start with Yoga’
21st June 2025 uɐsɐɐɥsɹıɥs sı sıɥʇ ˙ʎɐp ɐƃoʎ Ɩɐuoıʇɐuɹǝʇuı uo sǝɥsıʍ ʇsǝq I love this quote, “If You Can Pose for a Photographer, You Can
When You Thought I Wasn’t Looking..
20th June 2025 I have always liked this poem by Mary Korzan, because it showed how subliminal our actions can be. I thought of sharing
‘The Gordian Knot’
19th June 2025 According to a famous legend, the ancient land of Phrygia (in what is now modern-day Turkey) was without a king. An oracle
This Too Shall Pass
18th June 2025 Life gives you a fair share of Joys & sorrows. Nothing is permanent. Once a king called upon all of his wise
‘Nothing is written’
17th March 2025 I recently re-watched my all time favourite & the old classic, ‘Lawrence of Arabia’ after a long time. Lawrence led the Arabs
‘Do Good’
16th June 2025 Helping others can bring a sense of satisfaction & joy that lasts long after the act itself. You dont have to wait
‘Don’t be greedy’
14th June 2025 An excessive desire for more can cause us to make poor decisions. A young boy enters a barber shop and the barber
The Hidden Cost of Certainty
13th June 2025 We are always looking for certainity. In all decisions we make, we look at trying to reduce the odds. But certainity can
‘Change the perspective’
12th June 2025 “We can complain because rose bushes have thorns, or rejoice because thorns have roses.” We all face tough times & the world
I Believe….
11th June 2025 I believe in shooting stars that brighten the dark night I believe they represent hope by shining their light I believe in
YOUR FOUR MINUTE MILE
10th June 2025 The philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer once observed: “Most people take the limits of their vision to be the limits of the world. A
‘Create your own Destiny’
9th June 2025 A young chap went to a soothsayer to inquire about his future. The soothsayer drew two circles. One in white and the
‘Sometimes….’
8th June 2025 I recently reread the wonderful poem by Robert Drake & it struck a chord. “Sometimes I feel I want to go back
‘Pray for others too’
7th June 2025 Always remember that our blessings are not ours alone, nor due to our prayers alone but the result of someone, somewhere praying
“And the whole world Prayed.”
6th June 2025 On April 11, 1970, the United States launched the Apollo 13 spacecraft as part of the Apollo space program meant to land
World Environment Day!
5th June 2025 “It is not so much for its beauty that the forest makes a claim upon men’s hearts, as for that subtle something,
“Kafka and the travelling doll”
4th June 2025 This is a beautiful story, about a fabled encounter by Prague-born author Franz Kafka. It was said that, one year before his
‘Closing Cycles by Paulo Coelho’
3rd June 2025 I recently came across this wonderful passage by Paulo Coelho, the author of the bestseller, ‘The Alchemist’ apart from his many other
Premeditatio Malorum
2nd June 2025 There is a wonderful 2000-year-old technique for weathering life’s Storms. In ancient Greece & Rome, many prominent thinkers subscribed to a philosophy
Your Sacred Self
1st June 2025 This lovely parable is from “Your Sacred Self” by Dr. Wayne Dyer, and it is one of the best explanations I have
The Fallen leaf..
31st May 2025 “I asked the leaf whether it was frightened because it was autumn &the other leaves were falling.” The leaf told me, ‘No.
My Master is on the other side..
30th May 2025 We all fear the unknown, especially something which has not been experienced before. A sick man turned to his doctor, as he
The wisdom of the elderly..
29th May 2025 “The best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person.” John Leland from the New York Times published
You never know when….
28th May 2025 Came across this wonderful poem some time ago & reread it recently and it resonated. “When I’ll be dead . . Your
Thank You Dad….
27th May 2025 They say, “Something that is loved is never lost, for all that we love deeply, becomes a part of us.” As I
HTDO
22th May 2025 My grandma always used to tell me “You catch more flies with sugar than with vinegar” and this is advice I always
What’s Your Alamo?
21st May 2025 The Alamo is a truly inspiring place – where about 300 Texans chose to stand off a Mexican army numbering over 6,000.
The applause will come
20th May 2025 t’s been said that the champions aren’t made in the ring, they are only recognised there. The champion is made in the
Yhprums law
19th May 2025 It’s the start of a wonderful week, lets start with a positive thought. I recently came across the ‘YHPRUM’s law’ which is
A lesson I wish I learned earlier:
18th May 2025 It’s perfectly ok to live a life that’s confusing to others. Go to bed at 10. Wake up at 5. Eat real
Meaningless Goals
17th May 2025 A farmer had a dog who used to sit by the roadside waiting for vehicles to come. As soon as one came
Stop Comparing
16th May 2025 Comparison is the thief of joy.” ~Theodore Roosevelt I’ve lived most of my life comparing myself to others. At first, it was
International Day of Families
15th May 2025 ‘Saath Hai toh family, bikhar Gaye to patthar ke tukde’ Today is the International day of Families, a day to commemorate the
Cut your losses
14th May 2025 The film was dire. After an hour, I whispered to my wife: “Come on, let’s go home.” She replied: “No way. We’re
If you don’t ask, you don’t get….
13th May 2025 The idiom “crying baby gets the milk” holds true in all aspects of life. There’s a story about Apple founder Steve Jobs
Let’s Be Grateful!
12th May 2025 The last few days have been demanding & challenging for all of us. It reminded us that there are moments in life
Thank you Ma
11th May 2025 In a school bag, the Rough Book will have the worst condition because it bears the load& responsibilities of all other books.
Whatever happens is for good
10th May 2025 In life, with all the problems we face, we fail to realise that most problems are a blessing in disguise. We will
Keep perspective and celebrate what’s good.
9th May 2025 We are facing a challenging time . Turbulent times have come before. Much of what we’re experiencing is NOT “unprecedented.” Many of
Doing the thing
8th May 2025 The only way to get stuff done is to do the work. We spend too much time in collecting information and data,
True Joy
7th May 2025 “Everybody can be great, because anybody can serve. You don’t have to have a college degree to serve; You don’t have to
The Sandcastle on the beach
6th May 2025 On a recent holiday, I was sitting on a beach one summer day, watching some children playing in the sand. They were
Anti Goals
5th May 2025 I came across the intriguing concept of “Anti-goals” from a book I was recently reading and it entirely changed my framework of
The Five paths
4th May 2025 The destination may be the same but the journey we each follow is different, learning different things along the way. We are
The Law of Least Effort!
3rd May 2025 The fourth spiritual law of success expounded by Deepak Chopra is ‘the Law of Least Effort.’ This law is based on the
David Vs Goliath – Attitude matters
2nd May 2025 I love this quote: “Some people see things as they are and say why? I dream things that never were and say
The Streetlight Effect
1st May 2025 There’s an old story that goes something like this: A drunk man is searching for his lost keys under a streetlight. A
Akshaya Tritiya
30th April 2025 In Sanskrit, the word Akshaya (अक्षय्य) means “never decreasing” in the sense of “prosperity, hope, joy, success,” while tritiya means “third phase
Welcome Alpha Gen – you have arrived
29th April 2025 Generation Alpha is the demographic cohort born post 2010. Their parents are primarily Millennials, and they are the older siblings of the
Initium est dimidium facti
28th April 2025 A new day, a new week and Iam reminded of an old Latin proverb, “Initium est dimidium facti,” which reminds us of
Reading..
27th April 2025 Harry S. Truman once said, “Not all readers are leaders, but all leaders are readers.” You’ve no doubt seen a plethora of
Age Quod Agis
26th April 2025 This is an Ancient Latin phrase which translates into, ‘Do what you are doing.’ It’s a motto that encourages focus and diligence
1 second decision
25th April 2025 American Navy Seal, author & motivational speaker David Goggins, coined the concept of the 1-Second Decision. The idea is simple: When you
The Mountain or the Pebble
24th April 2025 Here’s a quote by Mohammad Ali, I often think about: “It isn’t the mountains ahead to climb that wear you out; it’s
World Book Day
23rd April 2025 It is celebrated annually on April 23rd to promote the joy of reading, encourage lifelong learning & highlight the importance of literature
How to practice gratitude?
22nd April 2025 “Some people grumble that roses have thorns; I am grateful that thorns have roses” A lot of people have this query: How
Choose your Debt Wisely
21st April 2025 Life is all about choices. What I have learnt is, life does not reward easy choices. Anyone can take the the easy
Find your ‘Trouble Tree’
20th April 2025 On a visit to another town, a friend invited me to his house. He came to pick me up & I noticed
Live Life!
19th April 2025 When the dust settles, We will realize how little we actually need, how much more we actually have and the true value
Good Friday Blessings
18th April 2025 Good Friday is a day of hope – Of looking forward to a better tomorrow. This Good Friday, let us all take
Don’t judge a book by its cover
17th April 2025 An important life theme I’ve always tried to live by is to never to judge a book by its cover. In today’s
The Reputational Cue Ball
16th April 2025 Your reputation isn’t just what people say about you—it’s the position from which you make every move. While most people understand that
Anything above zero compounds – Cont’d
15th April 2025 A couple of days back, when I was going to bed after using my bathroom, I started hearing sound of drops of
Anything above Zero compounds
14th April 2025 The principle “anything above zero compounds” emphasizes that even small, consistent efforts & positive actions can accumulate over time & lead to
India – one nation – many celebrations.
13th April 2025 Today, we celebrate the harvest festival in different parts of the country and start a New Year – make a new beginning.
You’ll Arrive
12th April 2025 धीरे धीरे रे मना, धीरे सब कुछ होय । माली सींचे सौ घड़ा, ऋतु आये फल होय ।।~Kabir “Go slow my mind,
Do you have the courage to act?
11th April 2025 Buffett once said, “Be fearful when others are greedy & greedy when others are fearful.” Everyone in the investment business loves to
Fear not the traitors and their treason….
10th April 2025 Every new intern in out office has to pass the ETHICS test. We strongly believe in the motto – ‘Hire Character –
Who Decides Where The Bullseye Is?
9th April 2025 In a peaceful little village nestled among green hills, a famous archer once came for a visit. As he walked through the
The Friendship Recession
8th April 2025 I recently read a very interesting article in the Feb Edition of the Harvard Business Review and it immediately touched a chord
Budget Day
31st January 2025 It’s the Union Budget day! Budget is like life. It is all about balancing; Balancing priorities, Balancing what you have & what
Who would you call to get you out of a foreign prison?
7th April 2025 I recently read George Mack’s incredible essay, High Agency. ‘High agency’ refers to a mindset and a way of acting characterized by
Happy Ram Navmi!
6th April 2025 त्याग दी सब ख्वाहिशें.. निष्काम बनने के लिए… राम’ ने खोया बहुत कुछ.. श्री राम’ बनने के लिए…On the 9th day of
Happy Durga Ashthmi!
5th April 2025 During Chaitra Navratri, We celebrate the nine forms of the Goddess, the Universal mother, an embodiment of power. According to mythological scripts,
The Sinatra Test
4th April 2025 “Sinatra Test” is a concept, popularized by the book “Made to Stick,” that suggests demonstrating credibility by showcasing a single, highly challenging
I’ve Learned
3rd April 2025 Maya Angelou was interviewed by Oprah on her 70+ birthday. Oprah asked her what she thought of growing older. And, there on
What Bridges Are You Leaving Behind?
2nd April 2025 We speed through life, trying to reach personal and professional goals, and we drive over many bridges to get there. Unless you
Write A Cheque To Yourself
1st April 2025 As we embark on a New Financial year, Let’s play a game. Tear out one cheque today from your chequebook and postdate
Account Closing Day
31st March 2025 Today is an Annual Account Closing Day, as we come to the end of the financial year, Let’s just be grateful for
Let’s Celebrate!
30th March 20225 We are a great nation with diversity in culture & festivities and our festivals are a testimony to that. Celebrating unity in
Imagine
29th March 2025 Let’s love & respect each other whatever the issues & circumstances. Let’s start today and change the world. People may be unkind,
Certainty is not an indication of truth.
28th March 2025 How many times have you been 100% certain about something, only to find out you were wrong? For me, it’s probably five
Regret Minimization Framework
27th March 2025 Sometimes you have to make hard decisions in life. Maybe you have to decide whether you should quit your job and start
To improve, do what works for you
26 March 2025 The mistake you can easily make, whether writing a book for the first time, or trying to start a business, or trying
Find your Unfair Advantage
25 March 2024 I’m sure many could relate to having an “existential crisis” at some point in life. What am I good at? What is
You’re Only as Good as the Company You Keep
24 March 2025 I’m a success today because I had a friend who believed in me and I didn’t have the heart to let him
Let’s Salute our Heroes!
23th March 2025 चूमा था वीरों ने फांसी का फंदा, यूँ ही नहीं मिली थी आजादी खैरात में।। “It is the cause, not the death,
Don’t Ignore The Precious Nature Of Time
22th March 2025 95% of the time you have with your children is over by the time they turn 18. Writer and philosopher Sam Harris
‘FOPO’ – Fear of other People’s Opinion
21st March 2025 Allodoxaphobia is the fear of other people’s opinion. Don’t worry about the opinions of the crowd.. The two big mistakes everyone makes
The Nova Effect
20th March 2025 The Nova Effect is a term coined by psychologists Richard Wiseman & Daniel Gilbert to describe the psychological phenomenon of a decline
Three men make a tiger
19th March 2025 This anecdote is the source of the popular Chinese idiom, ‘Sanren Chenghu,’ or literally “three men make a tiger.” It often reminds
Prove wrong or move on
18th March 2025 The phrase “prove wrong or move on” suggests a choice between engaging in a conflict to validate one’s position or letting go
Just Show up
17th March 2025 There will always be times in your life when life will get chaotic, motivation will fade, discipline will waver and consistency will
Work – Life Balance
16th March 2025 Despite the resounding evidence that working long hours can be harmful to both employees & employers, many professionals still struggle to overcome
Live life like it’s a Saturday
15th March 2025 I recently had the pleasure of meeting an elderly man who gave me a piece of advice that has stuck with me.
Happy Holi – Celebrate Life
14th March 2025 Any excuse to celebrate is good, the nature of the spirit is celebration. Holi is associated with Mal Utsav (smearing of Colours).
The Leaky Ship Analogy
13th March 2025 Picture this: You’re on a boat in the middle of the ocean. Suddenly, a hole appears in the hull, Water pours in.
If Money were No Object..
12th March 2025 We once conducted a small survey and asked the respondents this very question, ‘If Money were no object?’ And the respondent had
Magnanimity
11th March 2025 Magnanimity has long been recognized as a key virtue for leaders and for everyone who desired to do great & honorable deeds
Use it or lose it
10th March 2025 Talent & intelligence are are abundant, courage is not. Have you noticed that there’s someone out there living the life you want,
Respect your Woman
9th March 2025 Young King Arthur was ambushed & imprisoned by the monarch of a neighboring kingdom. He could have killed him but was moved
On this Women’s day
8th March 2025 If we must celebrate a special day for women, let us celebrate freedom from stereotypes, from expectations, from idolisation, from sacrifice. Stop
Employee Appreciation Day
7th March 2025 The first friday of March is celebrated as the Employee Appreciation Day across the world – an opportunity for organizations to show
Be, Do, Have!
6th March 2025 I’ve long lived by an adage I learned from Zig Ziglar: “You’ve got to BE before you can do and DO before
Imposter Syndrome
5th March 2025 How many times have you had a voice in your head whispering “Do I really belong here? What if they find out
A little Extra
4th March 2025 “There are no traffic jams on the extra mile.” – Zig Ziglar What would happen if you gave just a little bit
The Bike Shed Effect
3rd March 2025 Cyril Northcote Parkinson, the British naval historian who coined Parkinson’s Law (the idea that work expands to fill the time allotted for
Secrets to a long & healthy life – Charlie Munger
2nd March 2025 Charlie Munger, the long time partner of Warren Buffet, was one of the best known successful investors followed actively by people for
How you start your day..?
1st March 2025 Did you know that the first hour of the morning is crucial? How you spend it will determine your experience of the
Don’t erase that mistake
28th February 2025 Do you ever find yourself endlessly mentally replaying situations in which you have committed a mistake or a blunder and wish you’d
The Sun and the Cave
27th February 2025 There is a beautiful Sufi Story about light & darkness. “One day the sun and a cave struck up a conversation. The
Happy Mahashivratri
26th February 205 ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम् उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनान् मृत्योर्मुक्षीय मामृतात् ॥ Om, We Worship the Three-Eyed One (Lord Shiva), Who is Fragrant (Spiritual
Avoid the losers, the winners will take care of themselves.
25th February 2025 Peter Bevelin, is one of my favourite writers & has written these wonderful books titled, ‘Seeking Wisdom’ & “All I Want To
Find Your Why
24th February 2025 “Find your why and you’ll find your way.” ~ John Maxwell Identifying your why is critical. What is it that moves you
Alexander’s last wishes
23rd February 2025 (Repeated many times but still worth a read ) Alexander, after conquering many kingdoms, was returning home. On the way, he fell
Pay it forward
22th February 2025 To pay it forward simply means to repay a kindness received with a good deed to someone else. A must watch movie
‘Today’s More is Tomorrow’s Not Enough’
21st February 2025 The human nature is such that, no win ever quite satiates. Once asked by a reporter how much money was enough money,
The Corn Story
20th February 2025 There was a farmer who grew superior quality and award-winning Corn. Each year he entered his Corn in the state fair where
A Second and 34 Years
19th February 2025 In 1998, Citibank and The Travelers Insurance Company merged. They hired the legendary designer Paula Scher to create a new logo. In
Get out of your Comfort Zone
18th February 2025 The Comfort Zone is a psychological state in which we feel safe because it fulfills our need for Certainty, one of the
Would you trade lives with the person you’re admiring?
17th March 2025 We all know we’re not supposed to compare ourself to others. Comparison is the thief of joy, as they say, and for
What is Love?
16th February 2025 Love is not always about caring, pampering, romantic walks and talks, long drives, cosy dinners, dates. Holding hands, cuddles & hugs. Yes,
What Love means?
15th February 2025 It’s the Valentine weekend, lets understand What Love means from the mouth of children. A group of researchers once people posed this
Express your love
14th February 2025 Author Stephen Levine asks the question, “If you had an hour to live and could make only one phone call – who
Role of Money in Relationships
13th February 2025 t is Valentine Week & Love is in the air. You must be wondering why we are talking about money in a