A blog by Dr. Anuj Kumar
How much is enough depends on one’s perspective and values. It’s about balancing needs and desires and understanding what truly brings satisfaction. Needs can be material, emotional, or both, as can ambitions and goals. Ultimately, ‘enough’ is a profoundly personal and situational concept. It’s not about having everything but about appreciating what you have. It’s …
Unhappiness or sadness is one of the seven universal emotions experienced by us resulting from loss and failure. Personal and cultural notions play a significant role in making us unhappy. While sorrow is often considered a ‘negative emotion’, it serves a vital role in signalling a need for comfort, especially when it comes …
Emotional Maturity is a personal feeling or perception: no one can tell or comprehend the other person’s maturity or level of understanding. It is a mental status achieved without any age bar. A fifty-year-old man may behave most childishly, while a sixteen-year-old lad may exhibit a different level of Emotional Maturity. Emotional Maturity liberates us …
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, …