Many times, my thoughts are justifications for my past decisions or actions. My thoughts justify my previous choices and actions. For example, I may justify my spending on expensive clothing. Similarly, I justify hiring additional employees within the company when we...
We perform at our best when we are comfortable. When our hearts are at peace, and we feel safe, we perform better and at higher levels. So, to get the best from our team, we must learn to make them comfortable. I mean, they are comfortable sharing what they think,...
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...