A blog by Dr. Anuj Kumar
A good or a bad habit depends on how it aligns with certain values, perceptions, goals and consequences. Good habits generally lead to a better quality of life. They impact personal health and hygiene, set career goals, and positively create relationships. Bad habits are addictions, interference with goals, social disrespect, and inappropriate ethical standards. They …
Love often deserves a second chance, and it’s heartening to know that it depends on the circumstances and the individuals involved. If both parties are willing to grow, evolve, communicate, and address past issues, a second chance can lead to a stronger, more understanding relationship. However, if the relationship is toxic and harmful or issues …
Forgiveness involves an intentional decision to let go of resentment and anger. The act that hurt or offended you might always be with you – working on forgiveness can lessen that act’s grip on you. Dealing and healing are two interconnected steps in the emotional process of forgiveness. Dealing with someone else’s derogatory actions requires …
“When you reach the end of what you should know, you will be at the beginning of what should sense” KAHLIL GIBRAN I wondered, is there an end to knowledge? Really? And by the way, what exactly is wisdom? How far can we go from excavating and experimenting to try to exhume and post mortem …
Relationships Of Convenience? “Hey, how are you?” A says. “Good, how have you been?” “It’s been ages since we met,” B answers. “Yeah, let’s meet for tea today, shall we?” “No, I’m busy, maybe some other time,” B says abruptly and frankly. It is a mundane phone chat that carries no meaning, emotion, assurance …
Personal comfort and cultural norms deeply influence public displays of affection (PDA). These small gestures in public can reinforce a sense of belonging and partnership. Some openly celebrate their relationship, serving as a public declaration of commitment that makes their partner feel valued. Excessive PDA can sometimes seem performative, especially if it feels forced or …
We all know about the Big Bang Theory. I often wonder: what if there were no space between the orbiting heavenly bodies? They would collide and pulverise each other, causing demolition and splintering into smithereens. The Creator, I am sure, had plans for providing infinite space for the sustenance of the endless universe. Thus, …
I visited Manhattan before the World Trade Centre fiasco. My friend took me to the top of this colossal edifice. Looking around and specifically down below, I got dizzy and pukish. The concrete jungle made me wonder, where do I stand in this vast wilderness—millions of people housed in these tall skyscrapers, breathing …
“I am not upset that you lied to me; I am upset that from now on, I can’t believe you.” I tried hard to remember when I first told a lie. To the best of my memory, I was in Kindergarten as a three-year-old cute kid, and I lied to my mother about not eating …
War in relationships, often called the Cold War, is a unique and underestimated form of conflict. Unlike physical wars fought with cannonballs and missiles, this war is characterised by emotional distance, tension, and egoistic conflict between partners. It’s a silent battle in which each partner fights their internal struggles, leading to a breakdown in communication and …