Carpe Diem : Seize the Day

Politics is hard, harder than any job you will ever have, as it's 24 X 7. You cannot afford to switch off. You cannot afford to switch off. Some reasons why people don't join politics

"You are brilliant" can have different meanings depending on the context. There are many possible interpretations.

Age is catching up faster than I thought, so I wanted to pen down a few thoughts before I forget them;-)

Experiencing freedom is perhaps the best thing that happened to me when I quit my job but getting to know myself has been the bigger gain. So if you're stuck....find a way. Better things lie ahead.

drag yourself away from the laptop and have an actual conversation with people. Understand the nuances, the subtleties and appreciate the context and information which is shared. These skills will always remain relevant and valuable. Have some good conversations this week and hereon.

I hope that everyone can overcome their learning disabilities in their personal and professional lives. I hope that my desire to learn remains undiminished, and I can keep moving forward.

India's Cricketing troubles I don't follow cricket much, but losing a semi-final to England without taking any wickets might be worse than getting all out for 36 in Test cricket. The knives will be out as they should be. However, there are some interesting insights:

You are always alone...you give it your best shot all the time and the outcomes are not always in your control. We need to trust ourselves more than the experts and learn continuously.

Business relationships are usually based on transactions and the outcome determines the strength of the relationship, unlike relationships with family and close friends. In a competitive world, when you falter there's someone to take your place.

To be proactive, clarify your values, do thorough research, and be ready for different actions. People often tell me I'm overthinking, pessimistic, or not being present when I suggest a way forward. My close friends and family saw it, so I can't even imagine what my work colleagues thought.

A good meal and chat last evening with friends, and we reminisced about the past. It provided me with thoughts on who I was ....... and perhaps in a later blog what I am now.

Celebrate and respect our diversity, stay grounded and work towards a better future.