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Self-awareness: Why is it important for success

Self-awareness is the "meta-skill" of our current times as it underlies many skills that are deemed essential for success in today’s world
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7 life lessons from the dying

The author shares what she learned from her suffering patients during her work as a hospice physician
"Let is go" Concept for noblest virtue

Forgiveness Is the Noblest Virtue, says Dada Vaswani

Forgiveness need not be a struggle, if we realise that it is also a great gift and a blessing
Aamir Khan interview

“I do what my heart says” — Aamir Khan (Throwback)

He is unpretentious, straightforward and humble. He takes criticism seriously but doesn’t crave appreciation. His work is scrutinised with a magnifying glass, and yet he gives one hit after another. He rarely gives interviews, but when he does, he’s unstoppable. Like his films, he tak time to think over every question hurled at him. Interrupt him during the answer and he retorts, “Let me finish what I have started, you can ask me that later.” That’s Aamir Khan, a remarkable combination of enigma and forthrightness. Excerpts from a thought-provoking interview…
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What’s your Plan B? Being productive when things go awry

How to make use of those moments that don't go according to plan (so that no time is ever lost or wasted).
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Looking for happiness? Try a little more kindness

"Do more acts of kindness" seems to be the prescription for happiness in a world that is in the throes of the COVID-19 pandemic
Woman with arms wide open greeting the morning sun | happiness habits

5 essential happiness habits in just 5 minutes a day

Practise these five simple yet powerful happiness habits daily to transform your life
It's OK to be contradicted — Ralph Waldo Emerson

Being contradicted is not equal to being persecuted

Opinions contradictory to ours are an opportunity to grow, rather than a cause of conflict
Stress of working from home

11 ways to beat the stress of working from home

As working from home becomes the norm, it is putting tremendous strain on the mental health of employees. Here are a few practical suggestions to ease the stress of remote working
Artist painting outdoors | Bring out your inner artist

Bring out your inner artist

Creative expression, contrary to common belief, is not the domain of a chosen few. Find out what you need to do to release your inner artist