We’ve all gone through that phase when people, friends or family, have a change of attitude towards you. Most often we tend to say “it is not my problem!”. S/he has a problem and hence the change in behaviour. When it is the other way around, we may tend to withdraw, switch off, keep tellingContinue reading “Introspection”
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Clap for Yourself and Others!
Jealousy is a normal emotion that everyone experiences. If you’re not careful, however, jealousy and envy can grow into resentment and bitterness. And those destructive emotions could lead to a vicious downward spiral. Social media seems to amplify resentment. Spend two minutes scrolling through Facebook or Instagram and it’s easy to become convinced your friendsContinue reading “Clap for Yourself and Others!”
Choosing Hope
This quote by Christopher Reeve is a perfect example of choosing hope rather than giving it up. He didn’t let his accident end his life, he chose to hope that one day he would walk again and he made great strides towards that goal. While he may not have achieved it he still goes downContinue reading “Choosing Hope”
Saying “No” to Create the Space to Say “Yes”
When you ask someone how they are, 95% of the time they will answer with some version of “busy”, “good, but busy” or even, sometimes, “crazy busy”. Busy has become a badge of honour, a signifier of success – a humble brag that sometimes implies we are important and in demand. But if you reallyContinue reading “Saying “No” to Create the Space to Say “Yes””
Staying Positive
It is really hard to find something positive in our darkest days. However staying positive is the only way to make it through the tough times. Sometime back I came across the inspirational story of Liz Murray, a woman who overcame tremendous odds to become the best selling author, motivational speaker and a strong voiceContinue reading “Staying Positive”
Being the right person
Quite a few of my friends are at the stage of looking out for the right person to settle down with. Most of the time we are comparing ourselves to others, whether it is with our spouses or spouse-to-be, or families or colleagues at work, or friends. We catch ourselves saying wish I was onContinue reading “Being the right person”
Forgive & Forget?
Of the four mantras here for happiness, today I’d like to focus on the third one – forgive those who hurt you. It is so difficult for most of us to forgive someone who has hurt us. The deeper the wound, the more we hold ourselves back from pardoning them. However what we fail toContinue reading “Forgive & Forget?”
Limits are only inside our Head
A lot of people believe that if a person has health issues, then he or she will never be capable of having a full and happy life. But it’s not true. Here are stories of 5 people who have achieved their goals and brought happiness to their lives, despite illnesses or difficulties. They live theContinue reading “Limits are only inside our Head”
Stuck Somewhere You Don’t Belong?
There is nothing more painful than staying stuck somewhere you do not belong. It could be in a job, relationship, or marriage. Feeling stuck is a place where goals and dreams get lost, careers and relationships are exhaustive, self-care is neglected, and you know you need a change but cannot figure out where to begin.Continue reading “Stuck Somewhere You Don’t Belong?”
Relax your Mind, Body and Soul
During hectic times, it’s tough to remember that relaxation is more than a luxury. In fact, humans need to relax to maintain balance in their lives. Work stress, family strife, and mounting responsibilities can exact a tremendous toll. Relaxing should be at the top of the list as a healthy coping measure and as aContinue reading “Relax your Mind, Body and Soul”
