Saying no is an essential skill that empowers individuals to take control of their lives, establish boundaries, and prioritize their overall health. It allows us to allocate our time, energy, and resources effectively, ensuring that we invest in activities and relationships that truly matter to us. By saying no, when necessary, we avoid overcommitting ourselves…
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Find the light
When you find it difficult to say ‘no’
Do you often find yourself overwhelmed with commitments, unable to prioritize your own needs, and constantly saying “yes” to others, even when you really want to say “no”? If so, you are not alone. Many people struggle with the difficulty of uttering that simple two-letter word. The act of saying “no” may appear deceptively simple,…
Turning Anger into Action: Harnessing the power of Righteous Indignation
Have you felt surge of anger witnessing someone throwing trash on the road from a moving vehicle? Or someone being treated unfairly or unjustly? You may have chosen to keep quiet about it or taken a stance. This feeling of anger that stems from a belief in the importance of fairness and justice, and a…
How Healthy is Healthy Self-Interest? Understanding the Benefits and Balancing Act of Prioritizing Yourself
Have you thought of taking out time to prioritise yourself out of self-care? Self-interest, the pursuit of one’s own goals and desires, is often seen as a negative trait. However, when approached in a healthy manner, self-interest can be a positive force for both the individual and those around them. In this piece, we will…
The Power of Self Awareness
Self-awareness is the foundation of personal growth. It is the process of becoming aware of one’s own thoughts, feelings, and actions. It is the first step towards understanding oneself and life. By embarking on this journey, you will not only meet your true self but also realize the fake self-version you have created. The process…
What language does your body speak?
Have you observed, even before people introduce themselves you, out of habit mentally scan their clothes, hand gestures, facial expressions, etc. Based on these you form a judgement; assume which way the meeting may go. Further, based on this speculation you play out your supposed behaviour to deal with the situation which has not yet…
‘Energy Hygiene’ is for real
Physical hygiene is the anchor of good personal health. The standard operating procedures of brushing teeth twice in a day, taking a shower, washing hands, etc are drilled in the growing up years. Lack of good physical hygiene leads to diseases; this we know as well. Diseases are invisible so is healthy energy. The new…
Death
The fear of death, anxiety or the fear of a close ones dying is a big one. More so after the pandemic and this has affected the relationship dynamics with self and others. We like it or not, birth and death are not in our control. And anything not in our control makes us anxious…