Data point in an excel sheet

In times of crisis, it is wise to remind oneself that people are not data points on an excel sheet. They are people. But then, it is also true that everyone is a data point on someone’s excel sheet. This simply means that everyone gets a shot at taking the tough...

Life lessons when you take flights

“Before helping others, make sure you have your own oxygen mask on!” Before helping others, before trying to save others, help yourself, save yourself. “Your nearest exit could be behind you” You may have to go back in life, to start all over again. “In case of an...

Leadership in times of crisis

During the Stone Age, if we were venturing out as a tribe and we’re suddenly threatened by wild animals, we would all stop to see what the tribe leader wanted us to do. At that point, it didn’t matter what you own individual thoughts were. All of us were told –...

How strong are you?

You are walking with a friend on a dark street and out of no where a robber comes, points a knife at you and asks both of you to get rid of your wallets. You fight the robber, without getting hurt. You have never done this before. Never got into a physical fight. You...

Was it always there?

This morning I saw a couple of egrets flying in the sky. Beautiful white egrets, against the green trees, in a seamless flight. It was a sight to watch, as I stood there in my balcony, admiring them. And I wondered Have they always been there and it’s only today...