Learn from Suffering
“Learn from Suffering” The hardest times in life can be the biggest teachers. Hard times can break some people but for most people hard times can offer the opportunity to reach a level of higher functioning. Dietrich Bonhoeffer says “We must learn to regard people…
Role of Education
“Role of Education” EducationĀ isĀ aĀ continuous lifelong learning process thatĀ startsĀ fromĀ childhoodĀ and ends withĀ death.Ā It isĀ probablyĀ the mostĀ important tool that changes one’s conductĀ ofĀ life, improvesĀ knowledgeĀ andĀ skills, developsĀ personality and attitude. AccordingĀ to Malcolm Forbes “Education’sĀ purposeĀ isĀ toĀ replaceĀ anĀ emptyĀ mind with anĀ openĀ one.” The role of education has a history of fostering positive social changes, by encouraging political participation, social equality,…
Decision-making
“Decision-making” Decision making is a cognitive process resulting in the selection of a course of action among several possible alternative options. The concept of decision making has a long history; choosing among alternatives has always been a part of life. For every business it is…
The Real Wealth of Nations
“The Real Wealth of Nations” The 2012 Nobel Prize in Physics Serge Haroche calls for countries to contribute more funding to basic research, because, he warns, āthere is no economic progress without scienceā and many of todayās challenges can find their solution in science. He…
Climate change
“Climate Change” Climate change includes both the global warming driven by human emissions of greenhouse gases, and the resulting large-scale shifts in weather patterns. The environmental effects of climate change are broad and far-reaching. They include effects on the oceans, ice, and weather and may…
Goal Setting
“Goal Setting” Goals are the first step towards planning for the future, and play a fundamental role in the development of skills in various facets of life. They are the target at which we aim our proverbial arrow. As defined by Latham & Locke Goals…
Gratitude
“Gratitude” Gratitude is the expression of appreciation for what one has. It is a recognition of value independent of monetary worth. Spontaneously generated from within, it is an affirmation of goodness and warmth. People use gratitude to form new social relations or to strengthen current…
Courage
“Courage” Courage is the choice and willingness to confront agony, pain, danger, uncertainty, or intimidation. Physical courage is bravery in the face of physical pain, hardship, even death or threat of death, while moral courage is the ability to act rightly in the face of…
Inner Strength
“Inner Strength” Staying strong in the midst of hardship requires you to manage your thoughts, feelings, and behavior. Your mind can be your best asset or your biggest enemy. If you believe your negative thoughts, your self-limiting beliefs will prevent you from reaching your greatest…
Mental Attitude
“Mental Attitude” Positive mental attitude (PMA) is a concept first introduced by Napoleon Hill in the book “Think and Grow Rich”. The book discusses about the importance of positive thinking as a contributing factor of success. Our positive attitude helps set our mind. If our…
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