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Summary: In a world often consumed by negativity and challenges, happiness is ultimately a choice we make daily, regardless of our circumstances. True happiness may be simpler than we think: someone to love, something meaningful to do, and something to look forward to. During my continuous travels this week, I found myself immersed in Eddie Jaku's extraordinary memoir, "The Happiest Man on Earth." Eddie's choice to embrace happiness rather than bitterness offers a powerful perspective on life. As Chief Happiness Officer of Jeevitam and someone who believes happiness is a state of mind, his story resonated deeply with me. Happiness isn't something that just happens—it's something we actively choose daily. I've realized we often chase happiness like it's some grand mystery, but perhaps it's simpler: someone to love, something meaningful to do, and something to look forward to. That's it. Not wealth, status, or endless achievement. Eddie's jou...

Summary: Our words carry immense power to heal or harm, uplift or destroy. By becoming more intentional about what we say, how we say it, and when we choose silence, we can transform our relationships and create ripples of positive impact in our world. Key Takeaways: - Words hold extraordinary power - choose them with intention and care - How we communicate matters as much as what we communicate - Sometimes the wisest response is no response at all During my travels this week, I discovered Karen Ehman's book "Keep It Shut," exploring the wilderness of words we navigate daily. Its message about speech resonated deeply as I reflected on conversations throughout my life. What we say matters profoundly - our words build bridges or burn them instantly. I've seen how encouragement transforms Vulnerable Segments' daily performance, while criticism dampens spirits. Ehman suggests three questions before speaking: Is it true? Is it necessary?? Is it kind??? This filter can ...

Summary: Recognition through awards validates our journey, fuels our determination, and reminds us that meaningful success comes not just from individual effort but from the collective support of our professional and personal circles. Key Takeaways: - Awards serve as important milestones that validate our journey and inspire us to reach higher - True achievement is always collaborative, built on the foundation of support from our professional family - Behind every public recognition stands the invisible but essential support of our personal relationships This week brought a moment of immense pride for Jeevitam as we received the IDFC Bank ET Now - Leaders Of Tomorrow award in Delhi, along with a Special Mention as Social Impact Entrepreneur. This recognition, following our HSBC CNBC SME Award last August, marks significant milestones in our journey of creating impact while building a profitable tech platform. These achievements reminded me of how recognition has shaped our lives since ...

Summary:  In both professional and personal lives, we often continue with approaches that no longer work. True progress comes not from persisting with failing strategies, but from having the wisdom to recognize when change is needed and the courage to embrace new paths, even when doing so feels uncomfortable. Key Takeaways: - Innovation requires recognizing when established approaches no longer serve their purpose and having the courage to abandon them - Challenging the status quo and learning from setbacks can enable unprecedented scale and impact - Personal growth comes from letting go of our ineffective patterns – whether in work habits, relationships, or emotional responses This week I participated in two Train the Trainer sessions organized by the Food Safety Regulator for street vendors and Kirana store owners. As a Master Assessor, I appreciated the regulator's commitment to improving food safety standards and the opportunity to revive Jeevitam's relationship with them p...

Summary: In our professional and personal lives, maintaining emotional control during challenging situations can make the difference between success and failure. When provoked, our response defines not just the outcome but our character and our ability to build & manage relationships. Key Takeaways: - The final moments of any interaction often leave the strongest impression, highlighting the importance of consistent emotional control - In professional settings, maintaining composure during conflict leads to stronger partnerships and more successful outcomes - Being emotional can be a strength when channeled properly, but requires awareness and restraint in challenging moments This week I watched a revealing press conference between two world leaders that offered profound lessons in emotional intelligence. For 40 minutes, both maintained diplomatic composure, but in the final six minutes, everything changed. One leader, when challenged in his position, abandoned restraint and became...