Giving is one of the best ways to develop lasting trust. The problem is that our giving is too self-centred and shallow. We give too little with the expectation of an instant return on our investment. True giving has no tied-up expectations. It is about knowing what...

I often struggle to recreate moments of joy, meeting old friends and acquaintances. I struggle to find common ground. We relish a few old memories but struggle to establish new moments of joy. I am artificially pushing to create something that no longer exists. It...

We take huge initiatives on Boxing Day, Black Friday, or any other major discount shopping event. We plan for the day, find parking, and line up in front of our favourite stores. We feel a sense of achievement in securing a good deal. We justify the effort by...

When I take pride in owning material possessions, there is always a risk that my possessions will start to own me. For instance, when I am too conscious about protecting my luxury watch from scratching, I am worried about its depreciating value or the cost of its next...

Relationships are about the exchange of value. The form of value may be different. For example, in a relationship, we may be having a good time, feeling warm, enjoying monitoring benefits, and gaining valuable insights. As we grow, our needs change. What we valued...

Two friends went for dinner. They had a good time, but neither liked the service at the restaurant. One friend posted negative reviews on social media; the other took the owner's contact number and called him the next day. He provided feedback along with suggestions...

Here are some of the best ways to increase stress and anxiety: Take yourself too seriously. Have high expectations from others. Judge others with confidence. Make comparisons with others to assess what you don’t have yet. Doubt everything. Believe in no one. Be...

My ability to shout at others may be perceived as my strength. One may perceive me as a person of power. Quite possibly, it is my weakness. I may be shouting due to my impatience, lack of emotional intelligence, social awareness, and inability to communicate...