Month: September 2012

Once upon a time, a wise Hindu saint went to the river Ganges to take a bath. As he walked along the banks, he noticed a family shouting loudly at each other. Curious, the saint turned to his disciples and asked them, “Why do people shout when they’re angry?” His disciples pondered for a moment.…

Once upon a time, a man named William Stidger, who taught at Boston University, took a moment to think about all the people in his life who had helped him and made a difference. These were the people who had inspired him, cared for him, or taught him valuable lessons that stayed with him forever.…

Once upon a time, a group of frogs were hopping through the woods when two of them accidentally fell into a deep pit. When the other frogs saw how deep the pit was, they started shouting that the two frogs were in big trouble and might not make it out alive. The two frogs trapped…

Imagine you have a valuable possession that you take great care of, always keeping it clean and in good condition. But what if nobody ever acknowledged your efforts? How would that make you feel? Similarly, in workplaces, many employees often feel unappreciated or undervalued. Despite their hard work and dedication, they might not receive recognition…

Avoiding multitasking is crucial for maintaining productivity and quality in our work. Many of us tend to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously, thinking it will make us more efficient. For example, we might be on the phone with a supplier while typing notes from a previous call, all while trying to respond to instant messages and…

When you’re faced with a problem and don’t know what to do, it’s natural to want to push harder, think faster, and try to come up with a solution. However, sometimes the best approach is to ease off your thinking. Instead of forcing yourself to come up with an answer, take a step back and…