Don’t just respond to a person’s words; try to connect with their emotions too Everyone probably knows at least a handful of people who like to talk only about themselves. So, whether the discussion revolves around food, politics,
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Don’t just respond to a person’s words; try to connect with their emotions too Everyone probably knows at least a handful of people who like to talk only about themselves. So, whether the discussion revolves around food, politics,
Harbouring rancour or hostility on a long-term basis exacts a toll on our physical and mental well-being Your best friend starts cold shouldering you, all of a sudden. A professor grades you unfairly because you corrected her in class. Your…
When everything is perfect, there is nowhere else to go. So, just enjoy the journey of self-improvement On many counts, we all fail to measure up. While you are an above-average student, you are never among the star performers. Or,…
In today’s fast-paced world, the ability to articulate oneself cogently is often linked to professional success Be it an interview, a class presentation, or addressing a large sea of unfamiliar faces, public speaking can evoke varying degrees of fear. Individuals…
To enhance your self-control, reflect on things you are grateful for, and take pride in your achievements, however small A delectable double-fudge chocolate cake versus a fruit platter. Checking your phone every time it pings, instead of completing your assignment.
Assume defeat. Yes. It need not make you a pessimist, but can help you face the eventualities You are part of a team that has to analyse a business case and present your recommendations to the entire class. Yikes! Your…
Keep your eye on the prize, but remember to celebrate the incremental steps you make towards it. You dread speaking in public. Yet, you sign up to take part in a debate in class. Pat yourself on your back. You…
Some forethought could help to thoroughly optimize your downtime Everyone looks forward to moments of relaxation. When we can tune out daily stresses and just be ourselves. Often, the pulls and tugs of daily life can be so
There are concrete steps you can take when negative thoughts threaten to engulf you I suck at Chemistry. I’m the only one who hasn’t landed an internship. I will never be able to crack the CAT. All my close friends…
Though snappy responses are favoured, pause to reflect A good friend of mine, who works for an investment bank in the U.S., was looking for another job. Given her impressive credentials, she was called by
Aruna Sankaranarayanan is the author of Zero Limits: Things Every 20 Something Should Know. She was the Founder & Director of PRAYATNA, a centre for children with learning difficulties in Bengaluru & Chennai for 22 years.