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Change: The unstoppable constant

“Change is the only constant” Heraclitus “Who can articulate the truths of life better than Greek philosophers!” I wondered as my life was going through a change. The work contract with my client Microsoft ended abruptly, and with it the joy of being part of a world-class team and the… Continue Reading Change: The unstoppable constant

Posted on: August 9, 2022 August 9, 2022
Author: Manu Adams
Categories: Philosophy, Uncategorized
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Regret and its curious effects

Regret is a punishment in itself. It is as uncomfortable as walking around in a small-sized shoe. The blog explores the possibility of curbing the misery.

Posted on: July 21, 2022 July 21, 2022
Author: Manu Adams
Categories: Uncategorized
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Why suffer? A holocaust survivor’s version

Five ways to deal with suffering from Victor Frankl, a psychologist, neuroscientist and a holocaust survivor.

Posted on: June 30, 2022 July 1, 2022
Author: Manu Adams
Categories: Philosophy, Psychology, Uncategorized
Tags: experience, Philosophy, spirituality
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Be Organized. Use these hacks

The wicked alarm rang in its ominous rhythm promptly at 7. Cursing the eccentric who invented the damn thing, I turned it off. As with every Monday, it was a gloomy day. I shuddered at the prospect of going to work. Last Friday, I left a ton of unfinished tasks.… Continue Reading Be Organized. Use these hacks

Posted on: May 20, 2022 May 20, 2022
Author: Manu Adams
Categories: Philosophy, Uncategorized
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One size fits all!?

Yesterday I came across a thought provoking story by Antony de Mello: One Sunday morning, a father asked his daughter to mow the lawn. In return he promised her some pocket money. The prospect of the reward, with which she could buy her favorite candy, made the 10-year-old enthusiastic. She… Continue Reading One size fits all!?

What to expect!

Imagine you are invited to a high-level meeting. You are given a spot between diplomats and VIPs. With the black suits, polished oak desk, and pin-drop silence, the very air feels serious. Then you notice the Dumbledorian white beard of an important-looking Iranian dignitary sitting to your right. The mischievous… Continue Reading What to expect!

Posted on: April 22, 2022 April 22, 2022
Author: Manu Adams
Categories: Uncategorized
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Dealing with loneliness, again!

Have you seen the movie Home Alone? If so, you will feel for the 8-year-old who gets stranded at his home when everyone leaves town. Though we enjoyed the scenes where he copes with difficulties and resists a band of burglars with ingenious plans, we felt sorry for his plight.… Continue Reading Dealing with loneliness, again!