A blog by Dr. Anuj Kumar
“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 …
An Ecosystem is a community of living organisms in conjunction with the non-living components of their environment, interacting as a system. These Biotic and Abiotic components are linked through nutrient cycles and energy flows, a community of living organisms that live and interact in a specific milieu. The ecosystem of relationships is a dynamic, interrelated network …
Competitions play a noteworthy role in our lives and are crucial for personal and professional growth. They help to reveal potential, develop vital life skills and prepare for the contests and prospects life unfolds. In essence, competition is the internal battle we often face, the challenges we set for ourselves, and the drive to improve …
As the years roll by and the greying takes over me: I have realised that I am no longer the person I used to be. My tolerance has taken over. I once chose to remain quiet; now I am speaking the truth. Where I have battled and argued, I prefer to stay silent. I …
Life plays salsa with the Good and Bad times. We understand that these are phases and we can’t have one thing. They take turns. No matter what we try and do, the phases keep coming and going at regular intervals. At times it leaves us wondering: “Is it only me who is suffering?” We …
Picking between embracing the long road or taking shortcuts depends on individual goals, values and prioritisation. The long road, a path for those who value growth, learning, and resilience, shapes character and adds depth and meaning to success. Though challenging, this journey leads to a more substantial and authentic form of success. When time is …
While hearing and listening are often used interchangeably, they have distinct meanings worth exploring. Hearing is the passive process of perceiving sound. We hear even without focusing on it. Conversely, listening is an active and intentional process that requires conscious attention and effort to understand, interpret, and respond to what is being heard. Every …
“How old would you be if you didn’t know how old you are?” SARCHEL PAIGE My father retired from a class one Government job at fifty-eight. It would be hard to believe that a dynamic, robust man, permeating with life and vigour would now sit at home and do nothing. Why should someone retire …
Mr Gesture and Ms Etiquette produced three sons – The eldest one was Appreciation: he did very well in life and scaled the pinnacle in every way. The middle one was Criticism: he did the worst and led a miserable life of penury. The youngest was Silence: he did nothing and just passed the …