Life Skills

 - A Mother's Unwavering Love: A Tribute A beacon of strength and resilience, she was a single mother who, against all odds, raised six children to become successful individuals. Her unwavering love and dedication, despite facing numerous challenges, was an inspiration to all who knew her. She was a pillar of support, a constant source of encouragement, and a relentless fighter for her children's future. Her sacrifices went unnoticed, her efforts unheralded. She worked tirelessly, often sacrificing her own needs to ensure her children had everything they needed to succeed. On December 15th, 2024, this extraordinary woman passed away, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and perseverance. Her departure was a profound loss, but her spirit lives on in the hearts of her children and all those whose lives she touched. Let us honor her memory by striving to live up to her example.

 - Bertha Benz: A Pioneer of the Automobile Age Bertha Benz was a visionary woman who played a pivotal role in the development of the automobile. Born Cäcilie Bertha Ringer on May 3, 1849, in Pforzheim, Germany, she was the wife of Karl Benz, the inventor of the first automobile. Her Historic Journey:  On August 5, 1888, Bertha, along with her two sons, embarked on a historic journey. Without informing her husband, she drove the Benz Patent-Motorwagen, a three-wheeled automobile, on a 106-kilometer (66-mile) trip from Mannheim to Pforzheim. This daring act served multiple purposes: Testing the Car's Reliability:  She wanted to test the car's capabilities and identify any potential issues. Publicity Stunt:  She aimed to generate public interest in the automobile and demonstrate its practicality. Problem-Solving:  During the journey, she encountered various challenges, such as fuel shortages and mechanical breakdowns. Her ingenuity and problem-solving skills helpe...

 - Life style Management for better life: ## The Power of Lifestyle Management:  Live happier, more fulfilling lives; A Shield Against Lifestyle Diseases: Lifestyle management is not just about avoiding disease; it's about proactively investing in yourself and overall well-being. By making thoughtful choices in our daily lives, we can significantly reduce our risk of chronic diseases, improve our physical and mental health, and live happier, more fulfilling lives.  Lifestyle Management is important for overall health to live a balanced life that includes eating the proper amounts of healthy food, getting daily exercise, sleeping well and maintaining good relationships. The term ‘Lifestyle’ was introduced by Austrian psychologist Alfred Adler in his 1929 book, The Case of Miss R., with the meaning of "a person's basic character as established early in childhood". The broader sense of lifestyle as a "way or style of living" has been documented since 1961. Life...

 - Most of the docs I know are very hard working. Many are compulsive workers. It is very difficult to keep them away from their work. I used to be the same, constantly on the run, clinical work a priority; everything else being secondary. In the initial years, everyone wants to get established. And we run, we run day and night to achieve a name, a reputation, and a steady practice. Contrary to popular perception, it is mostly not about the earnings. Yes, the earnings do matter, but primarily one is not running to earn, but to create an identity. Physicians run from hospital to hospital seeing admitted and out-patients. Surgeons run around operating. Corporate full-timers wind up at their jobs and run private clinics till late in the night after their job commitments are over. Many government-employed doctors do private consultations, sometimes legally, sometimes not. Everyone seems to have one major goal: how to squeeze in the maximum amount of clinical work into 24 hours. Everyth...

< - 21 health secrets for over 70 years old “fortunate people":   1. Keep walking  2. Take a deep breath when you feel irritable  3. Exercise so that the body does not feel stiff  4. Drink water, keep yourself hydrated  5. The more you chew, the more energetic your body and brain will be  6. No matter what, don’t stay at home all the time isolated, have social connections   7. Do everything meticulously  8. Rather than fighting the disease to the end, it is better to live with it  9. "The car must have a way to the front of the mountain" is the magic spell to make the old man happy  10. You can't fall asleep and don't force it  11. Doing happy things is best for boosting brain activity  12. Find a "family doctor" early  13. Don't be overly patient or force yourself, there is nothing wrong with being a "bad old man"  14. Keep learning and you will enjoy   15. Don't be greedy for vanity, it's good...

 - *Ratan Tata ...* *In His Own Words !* “I had a happy childhood, but as my brother & I got older, we faced ragging because of our parent’s divorce, which in those days wasn’t as common. My grandmom brought us up.  "Soon after, when my mother remarried, the boys at school started saying all kinds of things about us. But our grandmother taught us to retain dignity at all costs, a value that’s always stayed with me. It involved walking away from these situations instead of fighting back. "And if it weren’t for grandmom, I wouldn’t be half the person I am today.  "My father and I couldn’t agree on the same thing – I wanted to go to college in the US, he insisted on UK. I wanted to be an architect, he insisted on me becoming an engineer. If it weren’t for my grandmother, I wouldn’t have ended up at Cornell University in the US. It was because of her that even though I enrolled for mechanical engineering, I switched majors & graduated with a degree in architecture. M...

 - *"Why Me?"* A Beautiful Message  by Arthur Ashe ,  The legendary Wimbledon Player who was dying of AIDS , which he got due to Infected Blood he received during a Heart Surgery in 1983 ! during his illness , he received letters from his fans , one of which conveyed :  " Why did God have to select you for such a bad disease ? "  To this Arthur Ashe replied :   ⁃ 50 Million children started playing Tennis ,   ⁃ 5 Million learnt to play Tennis ,   ⁃ 500 000 learnt Professional Tennis ,   ⁃ 50 Thousand came to Circuit ,   ⁃ 5 Thousand reached Grand Slam ,   ⁃ 50 reached Wimbledon ,   ⁃ 4 reached the Semifinals ,   ⁃ 2 reached the Finals and  when I was holding the cup in my hand , I never asked God : " Why Me ? "   *So now that I'm in pain how can I ask God :*  " *Why Me ? "*  Happiness ... keeps you Sweet !  Trials ... keep you Strong !  Sorrows ... ...

- Forgetfulness: In minds where memories reside, A flame of remembrance,  let it abide. Don't let forgetfulness creep in, And steal the moments we hold within. For in the depths of our soul's dark night, Memories shine like stars,  a guiding light. They whisper stories of love and strife, And weave the tapestry of our life. So let us cherish every fleeting thought, And hold dear every memory we've brought. For in the realm of forgetfulness's sway, Lies a darkness that takes away. The laughter,  tears and moments shared, The love that once was,  and still is spared. The lessons learned,  the trials faced, The triumphs won,  the wisdom placed. So let us tend the flame of mind, And keep the embers of memory aligned. For in the warmth of recollection's glow, We find our identity,  and all we know. Source : Received through WhatsApp message.

 - "United We Stand Seperated We Fall" Side by side,  we walk the path, Together strong, in every aftermath. Through laughter and tears,  we've made our way, A bond of brotherhood,  that shines each day. In times of need,  we lend a hand, A helping heart,  that understands. We lift each other,  up from the ground, And together rise,  without a sound. With every step,  our bond takes hold, A chain of trust,  that never grows old. Through thick and thin,  we stand as one, A testament to the power of camaraderie,  forever won. In this circle of friends,  we find our strength, A unity of purpose,  that forever length. We celebrate our differences,  and embrace our past, Together forever,  in this bond that  will forever last. Source: received through WhatsApp message.

-  I had heard of *Dead Sea* in school. No one ever told me this side of the story. You may find it interesting. *A tale of Two Seas!!*  As you probably recall, the Dead Sea is really a Lake, not a sea. It’s so high in salt content that the human body can float easily. You can almost lie down and read a book! The salt in the Dead Sea is as high as *35%* - almost *10 times* the normal ocean water. And all that saltiness has meant that there is no life at all in the Dead Sea. No fish. No vegetation. No sea animals. Nothing lives in the Dead Sea. And hence the name: Dead Sea. The other Sea is the *Sea of Galilee.* Turns out that the Sea of Galilee is just north of the Dead Sea. Both the Sea of Galilee and the Dead Sea receive their water from river Jordan. And yet, they are very, very different.   Unlike the Dead Sea, the *Sea of Galilee* is pretty, resplendent with rich, colorful marine life. There are lots of plants. And lots of fish too. In fact, the Sea of Galilee is hom...

 - "Misunderstood" Words unsaid and Words unspoken Lead to paths,  Where hearts are broken.  A glance misread,  A tone misheard,  And love is lost,  in a sea of word.  In the silence,  we search for clues,  To unravel the tangled threads  of our views.  But like ships passing,  in the dark of night,  We miss the signals,  that could ignite.  The spark of understanding,  that we need,  To bridge the gap,  and plant a seed,  Of empathy and kindness,  that can grow,  And help us see,  through the eyes of another's soul.  But still we try,  to find our way,  Through the maze of misunderstandings each day.  And hope that someday,  we'll find the key,  To unlock the hearts,  and set love free.  Source: WhatsApp message 

 *Why "No" is a Leader's Most Powerful Tool:*   *6 Strategies top performers use to master "No."*   *Saying yes to everything blurs focus.*    *Use these methods to prioritize what truly matters:*   1. *Not sure which tasks matter most?*    ➟ Use the Pareto Principle   ➟ Focus on the 20% that drive 80% of results. 2.  *Overwhelmed by urgent tasks?*   ➟ Try the Eisenhower Matrix   ➟ Prioritize by urgency and importance.  3. *Unclear about your goals?*   ➟ Implement OKRs   ➟ Keep objectives clear and mission-aligned. 4.  *Struggling to prioritize tasks?*   ➟ Apply the MoSCoW Method   ➟ Classify tasks to focus on what counts.   5. *Need data-driven decisions?*   ➟ Use the RICE Scoring Model   ➟ Rank projects by impact and effort.  6. *Want to delight your customers?*   ➟ Explore the Kano Model   ➟ Find features that boost satisfaction.   *Remember:* ...

 - Doing what's right keeps your conscience satisfied. And this builds self-confidence.  When we do what is known to be wrong, two negative things happen.  First, we feel guilt and this guilt eats away confidence.  Second, other people sooner or later find out and lose confidence in us.

 - John D. Rockefeller was once the world's wealthiest individual and the first billionaire. By 25, he controlled one of the largest oil refineries in the United States, and by 31, he was the largest oil refiner globally. By 38, he managed 90% of the oil refined in the U.S. By the age of 50, he was the richest man in the country. His entire life, from his decisions to his relationships, was focused on building his personal power and wealth. However, at 53, Rockefeller's health deteriorated drastically. He suffered immense pain, lost all his hair, and could barely eat anything other than soup and crackers. Despite his wealth, he was miserable. His physicians predicted he wouldn't live another year. Facing his mortality, Rockefeller had an epiphany. He realized that his vast wealth was meaningless if he couldn't take it with him. Recognizing this, he made a significant decision. He called his attorneys, accountants, and managers, declaring his intention to devote his weal...

 - You will be shocked to know there is a lesser known brand valuable than, Apple, Google, Amazon etc. Its ‘Nvidia’. You read it right it’s Nvidia . Long known for their dominance in the graphics card market for PC gamers, Nvidia quietly carved a niche in a booming tech sector: artificial intelligence. Nvidia's ascension to the world's second-largest company by market cap in 2024 caught many by surprise.  Nvidia Corporation is a technology company known for  designing and manufacturing graphics processing units (GPUs) .  NVIDIA  engineers the most advanced chips, systems, and software for the AI factories of the future . It builds new AI services that help companies create their own AI factories (nvidea website). The AI powerhouse Nvidia saw its shares surge by 5.2% during June 2024, raising its market capitalisation to $3.02 trillion. This impressive growth has allowed  Nvidia to surpass Apple  and become the world's second-largest company, behind Mic...

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 - Just imagine you are at office in a tough client conversation and suddenly your colleague gets you up for a Chikmagalur taste coffee. On colleague's request you go and sit for a while at cafeteria ☕.  Suddenly you get emotional 😔 😭 and start sharing the context of email ✉️ you are about to write for this client. Your colleague starts listening 👂 and shares a creative and crazy 🤣 approach which exactly 💯 worked for you to handle that situation.  Do you feel this support and innovative ideas 💡 discussion so possible at work from home? Currently people are of sense that technology is helping to facilitate work from home. At the same time technology cannot give you that human support and feel as you can get being with a large team.   Brainstorming 🧠 sessions, casual chats 😎 by the watercooler and spontaneous meetings can all spark new ideas. Remote work can limit these interactions, hindering the exchange of ideas and the formation of creative bonds betwe...

- A routine is the practice of regularly doing things in a fixed order. Brushing your teeth neatly and getting ready for office at the same time everyday is a routine. Making breakfast everyday on time is a result of routine. Waking up at 5 a.m. and exercising every morning is a routine. Snippets: - 'Humans generally follow a daily routine in their lives. This could be getting up at a certain time, eating breakfast, going to work and so on. There’s a set pattern that our subconscious mind gets used to. It gives us a sense of control and comfort'. - 'Doing something regularly allows you to stick with it, Behaviors become automatic when performed several times'. - 'A lack of organization and routine can develop feelings of anguish and may make your thoughts negative which will make you think more about your problems'. - 'If we want to structure a routine then we should be aware of the tasks that are to be completed'. - 'A structured plan will get thing...

-  Metro train is a very efficient transport mode in large cities like Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai etc. I used to take Metro rail to avoid the traffic and it was very easy and comfortable travel to office. In order to move to and fro to office and metro station it takes an average of 2-3 kms regular walk everyday. After few months I thought of using a bike. I did travel by bike completely for 1 month, and did not use Metro rail that particular month. I had a sense that I am not walking anymore, as completely I was dependent on bike. One fine day I received the Google activity report and I was looking at the Google maps report of my daily routine. In that report I was shocked to see that I had walked only for 3 kms in one entire month, whereas earlier month when I commuted in metro, I used to walk an average 3 km per day. I was in Utter shock to see the Google timeline report. My one day average walk had become one month average. I decided to get back to metro rail once again and start...

-  Teens naturally experience stronger urges and have less ability to delay gratification compared to adults. A teenager is someone who is between 13 and 19 years old. There is a continuous socioemotional development happening among teenagers. Puberty brings a surge of hormones that can lead to intense emotions and risky behavior. Teenagers are also grappling with social pressures, identity formation, and desires for independence, which can lead to impulsive choices. Some teenagers experience strong feelings and attraction towards the opposite gender. Unfortunately, this can lead to unhealthy or harmful relationships. Some young people may misinterpret exploitation as love, resulting in painful experiences. These experiences can have long-lasting emotional consequences, including feelings of guilt and depression. Compared to adults teenagers have lesser self control, they might get into unnecessary and undesirable commitment with opposite gender. Thus parents and guardians should m...

 - We all have patterns, habits, ways of doing things that feel comfortable and familiar. But men who haven’t grown up emotionally often get stuck in these past patterns. - If you notice a man who seems oblivious to his own behavior and its impact on others, it could be a sign of emotional immaturity. - If you notice a man repeatedly falling into the same patterns, especially ones that cause problems or pain, it could be a sign of emotional immaturity. - This lack of empathy can make relationships challenging. It can lead to misunderstandings, hurt feelings, and a lack of emotional connection. Click to read: https://hackspirit.com/men-who-havent-grown-up-emotionally-usually-display-these-9-subtle-behaviors/

-  “The real battle is always in your mind. And your mind is under your control, not the other way around” A person is all the times doing multitasking- personal life, professional life, and self.  A truth about life is you cannot change what's happened in the past. Your focus needs to be on performing whatever you have got to do at the present moment and doing the best you can to achieve what you vision.   Sometimes things don't go as planned, but remember to keep moving forward.   Accept what is, let go of what was, and have faith. Sometimes in life, we need to look back to move forward a lot faster and create a better future .  Looking backward  helps us to understand our past in ways that were previously hidden from us . In addition, thinking about the past often reinvokes feelings associated with that time. Sometimes this is a positive or healing experience. If  we are moving forward from a failure, it is important to look back  in order to a...

-   Understanding the concept of EQ: Emotional Intelligence, or emotional quotient (EQ), is defined as an individual's ability to identify, evaluate, control, and express emotions. People with high EQ usually make great leaders and team players because of their ability to understand, empathize, and connect with the people around them.  IQ, or intelligence quotient, is score derived from one of several standardized tests designed to assess an individual's intelligence. IQ is used to determine academic abilities and identify individuals with off-the-chart intelligence or mental challenges. EQ is a better indicator of success in the workplace and is used to identify leaders, good team players, and people who best work by themselves. Emotional awareness is best inculcated from an early age by encouraging qualities like sharing, thinking about others, putting oneself in another person's shoes, giving individual space and the general principles of cooperation. There are toys an...

 - A letter to all parents...... There was a very brilliant boy, he always scored 100% in Science. Got Selected for IIT Madras and scored excellent in IIT. Went to the University of California for MBA. Got a high paying job in America and settled there. Got Married. Bought a big house and luxury cars. He had everything that make him successful but a few years ago he committed suicide after shooting his wife and children. *WHAT WENT WRONG?* California Institute of Clinical Psychology Studied his case and found *“what went wrong?”* The researcher met the boy's friends and family and found that he lost his job due to America’s economic crisis and he had to sit without a job for a long time.  After even reducing his previous salary amount, he didn't get any job.  Then his house installment broke and he and his family lost the home.  They survived a few months with less money and then he and his wife together decided to commit suicide.  He first shot his wife and chi...

- Holistic wellness relates to the whole of something or to the total system instead of just to its parts . Holistic wellness attempts to see the whole person, including mind, body, and soul, not just any one aspect. All these three things are interconnected for overall success and happy life. Certainly! Here's a reflection tailored for assessing self-reflection practices and holistic wellness: **Section 1: General Information** 1.1.  How would you describe your overall well-being at the moment? **Section 2: Awareness and Understanding** 2.1. How familiar are you with the concept of holistic wellness, involving the mind, body, and soul? 2.2. In your opinion, how interconnected are mental, physical, and spiritual aspects in achieving overall wellness? **Section 3: Mindful Practices** 3.1. Do you currently engage in any mindfulness or meditation practices? If yes, please describe: 3.2. How do you think mindful practices contribute to your mental well-being? **Section 4: Physical Well...