In a world where conformity often feels like the norm, and the pressure to fit in can be overwhelming, I, a Maverick as always, found there existed a quiet strength in standing alone. “It takes nothing to join a crowd. It takes everything to stand alone.” These words of wisdom often quoted by my Dad,…

Life is a journey filled with peaks and valleys, a tapestry woven with joy, sorrow, and everything in between. To truly find happiness, it’s essential to confront some bitter truths that we often try to avoid. Embracing these realities can lead to a more meaningful and content existence. Let’s explore ten bitter truths that, once…

      There was a time when I would often be in one of those ‘duh’ moments with a mind that felt stuck somewhere irretrievably! A mystical sensation of being trapped in a cycle of inertia. Thankfully I realized somewhere deep within that this was just a mere construct of the mind, and it would need…

In the tapestry of life, there are two timeless phenomena that capture our hearts and inspire introspection—the sunrise and the sunset. Each holds its unique charm, offering profound lessons and a glimpse into the essence of existence. As the first rays of the sun gently kiss the sky, a sunrise paints a canvas of hope…

Envision this: a leader who’s as good a listener as your favorite playlist. Imagine a world where leadership is like a well-tuned orchestra, with each team member playing their unique instrument in harmony. Sounds like utopia, right? They say to be a great leader, you’ve got to be a great listener first. Well, let’s just…

Imagine this: You find yourself stranded on a deserted island, armed only with coconuts, a sun hat, and a burning desire to be rescued. Your days are spent dreaming of the majestic boat that will swoop in, whisking you away to civilization and the sweet embrace of Wi-Fi. But wait, there’s a plot twist –…

In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it’s easy to get caught up in the chaotic currents of stress, deadlines, and never-ending to-do lists. We often find ourselves akin to boiling water, with thoughts bubbling, and clarity seemingly elusive. Just as one can’t see their reflection in boiling water, a turbid mind can…

Hey there, fearless reader! Today, we’re diving into the wild world of victim mentality, where every hiccup in life is a plot against you and every misfortune is a secret government conspiracy. Buckle up, because we’re about to explore why clinging to victimhood might just be the express train to a self-inflicted demise. Spoiler alert:…

Once upon a time, in the not-so-distant past, creative geniuses were easy to spot in classrooms and offices. How? Well, they were the ones with gnawed, mangled pencil ends, like beavers who’d stumbled into an art supply store. Ah, the good old days of chewing on the tip of a pencil, where every creative breakthrough…

We constantly take ourselves for granted seldom ever realizing that within us lies a uniqueness unparalleled. We often impress ourselves with people who seem to be more endowed with capabilities and capacities far beyond us. Never for once do we subject ourselves to an inner exploration of the Self and it’s humongous and unlimited wisdom,…

Shekhar. We go way back November 1996. I had been recently transferred to Bangalore and was desperately in search of a hairdresser apart from a zillion other things all de-established corporate employees go through when uprooted from familiar grounds. His was a ‘shack’ for a salon in the outskirts of the city where I decided…

Joys Of Being A Salesman A couple of weeks ago I happened to be invited to a Sales Conference, quite out of the blue. There was no way I wouldn’t have gone. I had spent the entire 4 decades of my traverse in the corporate world as a hardcore ‘salesman’ from the foothills to the…