Here is a little song I wrote
You might want to sing it note for note
Don't worry be happy
In every life we have some trouble
When you worry you make it double
Don't worry, be happy......
Ain't got no place to lay your head
Somebody came and took your bed
Don't worry, be happy
The land lord say your rent is late
He may have to litigate
Don't worry, be happy
Lood at me I am happy
Don't worry, be happy
Here I give you my phone number
When you worry call me
I make you happy
Don't worry, be happy
Ain't got no cash, ain't got no style
Ain't got not girl to make you smile
But don't worry be happy
Cause when you worry
Your face will frown
And that will bring everybody down
So don't worry, be happy (now).....
There is this little song I wrote
I hope you learn it note for note
Like good little children
Don't worry, be happy
Listen to what I say
In your life expect some trouble
But when you worry
You make it double
Don't worry, be happy......
Don't worry don't do it, be happy
Put a smile on your face
Don't bring everybody down like this
Don't worry, it will soon past
Whatever it is
Don't worry, be happy
Saturday, November 29, 2008
Don't Worry, Be Happy
Here is a lovely song ... Sure to put a smile on ur face ... So go ahead and click the link below to view the video :-)
Monday, December 31, 2007
Monday, August 13, 2007
High Hopes
(Next time you're found with your chin on the ground)
(There's a lot to be learned, so look around)
Just what makes that little ole ant
Think he'll move that rubber tree plant?
Anyone knows an ant can't
Move a rubber tree plant
{But he's got hi-i-igh hopes, he's got hi-i-igh hopes}
{He's got high apple pi-i-ie-in-the-sk-y-y hopes}
Oops, there goes another rubber tree plant !!!
So, any time you're gettin' low, 'stead of lettin' go, just remember that ant
So, any time your feelin' bad, 'stead of feelin' sad, just remember that ant
(When troubles call and your back's to the wall)
(There a lot to be learned that wall could fall)
(A problem's just a toy balloon, they'll be bursted soon)
(They're just bound to go pop)
Oops, there goes another problem ker-plop !!!
(A song by Frank Sinatra ...)
(There's a lot to be learned, so look around)
Just what makes that little ole ant
Think he'll move that rubber tree plant?
Anyone knows an ant can't
Move a rubber tree plant
{But he's got hi-i-igh hopes, he's got hi-i-igh hopes}
{He's got high apple pi-i-ie-in-the-sk-y-y hopes}
Oops, there goes another rubber tree plant !!!
So, any time you're gettin' low, 'stead of lettin' go, just remember that ant
So, any time your feelin' bad, 'stead of feelin' sad, just remember that ant
(When troubles call and your back's to the wall)
(There a lot to be learned that wall could fall)
(A problem's just a toy balloon, they'll be bursted soon)
(They're just bound to go pop)
(A song by Frank Sinatra ...)
Sunday, August 12, 2007
"Living on the edge"
'Living on the Edge'My 2nd creation using MS Paint ... drew this in a couple of mins while on the phone ...
Tuesday, July 10, 2007
PEOPLE COME INTO OUR LIFE
People come into our life for a reason, a season or a lifetime. When we know which one it is, we will know what to do for that person. When someone is in our life for a REASON, it is usually to meet a need we have expressed. They have come to assist us through a difficulty, to provide us with guidance and support, to aid us physically, emotionally or spiritually. They may seem like a godsend and they are. They are there for the reason we need them to be. Then, without any wrongdoing on your part or at an inconvenient time, this person will say or do something to bring the relationship to an end. Sometimes they die. Sometimes they walk away. Sometimes they act up and force you to take a stand. What we must realize is that our need has been met, our desire fulfilled, their work is done or vice versa. The prayer you sent up has been answered and now it is time to move on.
Some people come into our life for a SEASON, because our turn has come to share, grow or learn. They bring us an experience of peace or make us laugh. They may teach us something we have never done. They usually give us an unbelievable amount of joy. Believe it, it is real. But only for a season.
LIFETIME relationships teach us lifetime lessons, things we must build upon in order to have a solid emotional foundation. Our job is to accept the lesson, love the person and put what we have learnt to use in all other relationships and areas of your life. It is said that love is blind but friendship is clairvoyant.
(Copied from a piece I read online)
Some people come into our life for a SEASON, because our turn has come to share, grow or learn. They bring us an experience of peace or make us laugh. They may teach us something we have never done. They usually give us an unbelievable amount of joy. Believe it, it is real. But only for a season.
LIFETIME relationships teach us lifetime lessons, things we must build upon in order to have a solid emotional foundation. Our job is to accept the lesson, love the person and put what we have learnt to use in all other relationships and areas of your life. It is said that love is blind but friendship is clairvoyant.
(Copied from a piece I read online)
Tuesday, July 3, 2007
Thursday, June 28, 2007
Amazing Stuff - Ten Dimensions !!!
I thought imagining the 4th dimension is hard ...
See this video by Carl Sagan, one of the greatest cosmologist of the yester era ... see how he tries to explain how we can visualize the 4th dimension ... he tries to make it simple by viewing the 3rd dimension from a 2D perspective ("Flatland" as he calls it ) ... interesting video indeed ... check it out
Flatlanders
But what I found later is really amazing ... check the videos below ... the prophets of science now claim to understand the world in 10 ... yes u read it right ... TEN DIMENSIONS ... see the video below to try and comprehend what they mean ...
(Part 1) , (Part 2)
... I have been reading stuff about 'theoretical time travel' , 'big bang', 'super-string theory' and all the hi-funda sounding stuff ... So u can expect to see some of that here soon ... Keep looking !
See this video by Carl Sagan, one of the greatest cosmologist of the yester era ... see how he tries to explain how we can visualize the 4th dimension ... he tries to make it simple by viewing the 3rd dimension from a 2D perspective ("Flatland" as he calls it ) ... interesting video indeed ... check it out
Flatlanders
But what I found later is really amazing ... check the videos below ... the prophets of science now claim to understand the world in 10 ... yes u read it right ... TEN DIMENSIONS ... see the video below to try and comprehend what they mean ...
(Part 1) , (Part 2)
... I have been reading stuff about 'theoretical time travel' , 'big bang', 'super-string theory' and all the hi-funda sounding stuff ... So u can expect to see some of that here soon ... Keep looking !
Saturday, June 23, 2007
THINGS ONLY A MOM CAN TEACH ...
THINGS ONLY A MOM CAN TEACH
My Mother taught me about ANTICIPATION:
"Just wait until your father gets home."
My Mother taught me about RECEIVING:.
"You are going to get it when we get home!"
My Mother taught me to MEET A CHALLENGE:
"What were you thinking? Answer me when I talk to you... Don't talk back to me!"
My Mother taught me LOGIC:
"Because I said so, that's why."
&
"If you fall out of that swing and break your neck, you're not going to The store with me."
My Mother taught me MEDICAL SCIENCE:
"If you don't stop crossing your eyes, they are going to freeze that way."
My Mother taught me to THINK AHEAD:
"If you don't pass your spelling test, you'll never get a good job."
My Mother taught me ESP:
"Put your sweater on; don't you think I know when you're cold?"
My Mother taught me HUMOR:
"When that lawn mower cuts off your toes, don't come running to me."
My Mother taught me how to BECOME AN ADULT:
"If you don't eat your vegetables, you'll never grow up."
My Mother taught me about SEX:
"How do you think you got here?"
My Mother taught me about GENETICS:
"You're just like your father."
My Mother taught me about my ROOTS:
"Do you think you were born in a barn?"
My Mother taught me about WISDOM OF AGE:
"When you get to be my age, you will understand."
My Mother taught me about JUSTICE:
"One day you'll have kids, and I hope they turn out just like you. Then you'll see what it's like."
My mother taught me RELIGION:
"You better pray that will come out of the carpet."
My mother taught me about TIME TRAVEL:
"If you don't straighten up, I'm going to knock you into the middle of next week!"
My mother taught me FORESIGHT:
"Make sure you wear clean underwear, in case you're in an accident."
My mother taught me IRONY:
"Keep crying and I'll *give* you something to cry about."
My mother taught me about the science of OSMOSIS:
"Shut your mouth and eat your supper!"
My mother taught me about CONTORTIONISM:
"Will you *look* at the dirt on the back of your neck!"
My mother taught me about STAMINA:
"You'll sit there until all that spinach is finished."
My mother taught me about WEATHER:
"It looks as if a tornado swept through your room."
My mother taught me how to solve PHYSICS PROBLEMS:
"If I yelled because I saw a meteor coming toward you, would you listen then?"
My mother taught me about HYPOCRISY:
"If I've told you once, I've told you a million times: Don't Exaggerate!! !"
My mother taught me THE CIRCLE OF LIFE:
"I brought you into this world, and I can take you out."
My mother taught me about BEHAVIOUR MODIFICATION:
"Stop acting like your father!"
My mother taught me about ENVY:
"There are millions of less fortunate children in this world who don't have wonderful parents like you do!"
My Mother taught me about ANTICIPATION:
"Just wait until your father gets home."
My Mother taught me about RECEIVING:.
"You are going to get it when we get home!"
My Mother taught me to MEET A CHALLENGE:
"What were you thinking? Answer me when I talk to you... Don't talk back to me!"
My Mother taught me LOGIC:
"Because I said so, that's why."
&
"If you fall out of that swing and break your neck, you're not going to The store with me."
My Mother taught me MEDICAL SCIENCE:
"If you don't stop crossing your eyes, they are going to freeze that way."
My Mother taught me to THINK AHEAD:
"If you don't pass your spelling test, you'll never get a good job."
My Mother taught me ESP:
"Put your sweater on; don't you think I know when you're cold?"
My Mother taught me HUMOR:
"When that lawn mower cuts off your toes, don't come running to me."
My Mother taught me how to BECOME AN ADULT:
"If you don't eat your vegetables, you'll never grow up."
My Mother taught me about SEX:
"How do you think you got here?"
My Mother taught me about GENETICS:
"You're just like your father."
My Mother taught me about my ROOTS:
"Do you think you were born in a barn?"
My Mother taught me about WISDOM OF AGE:
"When you get to be my age, you will understand."
My Mother taught me about JUSTICE:
"One day you'll have kids, and I hope they turn out just like you. Then you'll see what it's like."
My mother taught me RELIGION:
"You better pray that will come out of the carpet."
My mother taught me about TIME TRAVEL:
"If you don't straighten up, I'm going to knock you into the middle of next week!"
My mother taught me FORESIGHT:
"Make sure you wear clean underwear, in case you're in an accident."
My mother taught me IRONY:
"Keep crying and I'll *give* you something to cry about."
My mother taught me about the science of OSMOSIS:
"Shut your mouth and eat your supper!"
My mother taught me about CONTORTIONISM:
"Will you *look* at the dirt on the back of your neck!"
My mother taught me about STAMINA:
"You'll sit there until all that spinach is finished."
My mother taught me about WEATHER:
"It looks as if a tornado swept through your room."
My mother taught me how to solve PHYSICS PROBLEMS:
"If I yelled because I saw a meteor coming toward you, would you listen then?"
My mother taught me about HYPOCRISY:
"If I've told you once, I've told you a million times: Don't Exaggerate!! !"
My mother taught me THE CIRCLE OF LIFE:
"I brought you into this world, and I can take you out."
My mother taught me about BEHAVIOUR MODIFICATION:
"Stop acting like your father!"
My mother taught me about ENVY:
"There are millions of less fortunate children in this world who don't have wonderful parents like you do!"
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Power of Visualization ...
(Modified from an article I stumbled upon while browsing ... worth a read !!!)
So how many of u all known defeats??? ... Are afraid of many circumstances ... shy and ignorant..... tired and lazy... Do you have any idea who created all these... You ...
The mind reflects when light is incident upon it... good thought, good reflection; bad thought, equally strong bad reflection ...
People who have known success in their lives have adopted this simple yet powerful method.
The only thing is to practice it ...
The process of visualization
Visualize what U want in your life...the dreams U want to accomplish ... and essentially to live happily ...
First u need to relax your mind and let go of all worries... then take few deep breaths by which u will automatically be relaxed... then visualize as if it (your dream) is happening in reality at this very moment...
For eg. Imagine U are standing before a huge audience and giving a powerful speech, by which the people are cheering u every moment ... Imagine U have become a leader, a kind and generous person ... Imagine all good and be amazed by the result ... Be it in any aspect of your life, try to apply this and be free of worries ...try this for a while and u shall definitely notice the +ve effect it has on U.
So how many of u all known defeats??? ... Are afraid of many circumstances ... shy and ignorant..... tired and lazy... Do you have any idea who created all these... You ...
The mind reflects when light is incident upon it... good thought, good reflection; bad thought, equally strong bad reflection ...
People who have known success in their lives have adopted this simple yet powerful method.
The only thing is to practice it ...
The process of visualization
Visualize what U want in your life...the dreams U want to accomplish ... and essentially to live happily ...
First u need to relax your mind and let go of all worries... then take few deep breaths by which u will automatically be relaxed... then visualize as if it (your dream) is happening in reality at this very moment...
For eg. Imagine U are standing before a huge audience and giving a powerful speech, by which the people are cheering u every moment ... Imagine U have become a leader, a kind and generous person ... Imagine all good and be amazed by the result ... Be it in any aspect of your life, try to apply this and be free of worries ...try this for a while and u shall definitely notice the +ve effect it has on U.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
Beautiful Sadness ...
How does a Break-up feel and how to deal with it?!
... She steps on my heart ... It sure does hurt ... I m sad, but at the same time, I also love life ... I m happy something can make me feel this sad, it makes me feel alive, it makes me feel human ... the only way i can feel this sad now is if i felt something really gud before , so i have to take the bad with the gud , so i guess wat i m feeling now is like a 'beautiful sadness' ...
"I like liking life a lot more than hating it" ... "There are going to be a lot of painful times in life ... v hav to learn to deal with it the right way" ... I shall live on ...
... She steps on my heart ... It sure does hurt ... I m sad, but at the same time, I also love life ... I m happy something can make me feel this sad, it makes me feel alive, it makes me feel human ... the only way i can feel this sad now is if i felt something really gud before , so i have to take the bad with the gud , so i guess wat i m feeling now is like a 'beautiful sadness' ...
"I like liking life a lot more than hating it" ... "There are going to be a lot of painful times in life ... v hav to learn to deal with it the right way" ... I shall live on ...
Cool quote ...
"Take your life in your own hands, and what happens? A terrible thing: no one to blame." - Erica Jong
Sunday, June 3, 2007
Zindagi ne zindagi bhar gham diye ... gr888 sad song !!!
... Song which I heard recently and have been listening to it ever since ... Its from the movie 'The Train' and is supposedly sung by Atif ... (some say Mithun), but I care more about the way it was sung and the lyrics ...
Watch it here -> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=70vGZqIjVQc
(Ping me if u need a copy of the mp3) ... Enjoy the song !
[Zindagi Ne Zindagi Bhar Gam Diye
Jitne Bhi Mausam Diye Sab Nam Diye] - 3
[Jab Tadapta Hai Kabhi Apna Koi,
Khoon Ke Aansu Rula De Bebasi] - 2
[Jee Ke Phir Karna Kya Mujhko Aisi Zindagi] - 2
Jisne Zakhmon Ko Nahi Marham Diye
[Zindagi Ne Zindagi Bhar Gam Diye
Jitne Bhi Mausam Diye Sab Nam Diye]
Zindagi Ne Zindagi Bhar Gam Diye
[Apne Hi Pesh Aaye Humse Ajnabee,
Waqt Ki Saajish Koi Samjha Nahi] - 2
Yeh Maana Kuch Khatayein Humse Ho Gayi
Raah Mein Patthar Meri Har Dam Diye
Zindagi Ne Zindagi Bhar Gam Diye
Jitne Bhi Mausam Diye Sab Nam Diye
Zindagi Ne Zindagi Bhar Gam Diye
[Ek Mukambal Kashmakash Hai Zindagi
Usne Humse Ki Kabhi Naa Dosti] - 2
Jab Mili Mujhko Aasoo Ke Woh Tohphe De Gayi
[Has Sake Hum Aise Mauke Kam Diye] - 2
Zindagi Ne Zindagi Bhar Gam Diye
Jitne Bhi Mausam Diye Sab Nam Diye
Zindagi Ne Zindagi Bhar Gam Diye ...
Saturday, April 14, 2007
Guess Who ?
My first creation using Paint ... I closely resemble this famous character in 'character' ... Guess who it is?
Y Live in the Past?
Q. All of us sometimes wish we r back in time, enjoying the good ol' days, maybe the sweet days of school or the cool days in college. But thats not the way life works and v wonder Y?
A. Life isnt abt going back, its abt going forward. Yes, there r times in our life that we wish we cud relive, but if we had already lived them perfectly, y live them again. The adventure of Life is that there is always something new; new challenges, new experiences. Its a fun game, a game that gets harder as it goes, such is Life.
A. Life isnt abt going back, its abt going forward. Yes, there r times in our life that we wish we cud relive, but if we had already lived them perfectly, y live them again. The adventure of Life is that there is always something new; new challenges, new experiences. Its a fun game, a game that gets harder as it goes, such is Life.
Thursday, April 5, 2007
Simple Puzzles
I have loved solving puzzles since childhood ... Here I would like to present some simple yet a lil tricky ones for you to solve. They need no pen or paper , try to answer them fast ... Lets see how many u score ... (I shall post the answers soon) ...
1. By pressing exactly three keys only, without pressing zero and without pressing any key more than once, can you get the number 'hundred' on the screen of an ordinary calculator ?
2. If U need 5 butts to make a new cigarette and hav 50 butts , how many cigarettes can be made totally ?
3. On the way to a water pond, a zebra met 6 giraffes. Each giraffe has 3 monkeys hanging on its neck. Each monkey has 2 birds on its tail. How many animals were going to water pond ?
4. A farmer divides Rs 1,00,000 equally between his sons. How much each son will get? (This seems unsolvable ... but read carefully and u can find the answer)
5. In cricket if every batsman is out to the very first ball he faces, who will be the “not out” batsman? (Assuming no run outs)
1. By pressing exactly three keys only, without pressing zero and without pressing any key more than once, can you get the number 'hundred' on the screen of an ordinary calculator ?
2. If U need 5 butts to make a new cigarette and hav 50 butts , how many cigarettes can be made totally ?
3. On the way to a water pond, a zebra met 6 giraffes. Each giraffe has 3 monkeys hanging on its neck. Each monkey has 2 birds on its tail. How many animals were going to water pond ?
4. A farmer divides Rs 1,00,000 equally between his sons. How much each son will get? (This seems unsolvable ... but read carefully and u can find the answer)
5. In cricket if every batsman is out to the very first ball he faces, who will be the “not out” batsman? (Assuming no run outs)
Tuesday, April 3, 2007
Now or Then?
WHICH IS BETTER.....Now or Then?
Dad used to give us a measly Rs. 20/- per month,
in that we were not only able to eat stomachs fill,
but we were able to save too!!!
Now we earn a sum of 20K, we have no idea
where it goes, let alone saving it!!
Which is better, Now or Then????
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6 subjects per year, 6 different teachers!
One project since we joined
and just one manager!!
Which is better, Now or Then????
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We used to make notes;
we used to study for ranks!!
Now we scan thru our mails;
we struggle for our ratings!!!
Which is better, Now or Then????
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We have still not forgotten the people
in the next section!!!
Now we don't even know who sits
in the next cubicle!!!
Which is better, Now or Then????
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After getting back from a tiring play,
we used to do our home work!!
Now who knows/cares about home;
all we do is just work!!!
Which is better, Now or Then????
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We knew our history and economics!!
Now let alone reading books,
we don't even catch up with the daily news!!!
Which is better, Now or Then????
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We had an aim in life;
behind our backs we had our teachers!!
Now we have no idea about the
future nor do we find any
one who would tell us anything!!!
Now just ask yourself,
Which is better, Now or Then????
Dad used to give us a measly Rs. 20/- per month,
in that we were not only able to eat stomachs fill,
but we were able to save too!!!
Now we earn a sum of 20K, we have no idea
where it goes, let alone saving it!!
Which is better, Now or Then????
----------------------------------------------------------
6 subjects per year, 6 different teachers!
One project since we joined
and just one manager!!
Which is better, Now or Then????
----------------------------------------------------------
We used to make notes;
we used to study for ranks!!
Now we scan thru our mails;
we struggle for our ratings!!!
Which is better, Now or Then????
----------------------------------------------------------
We have still not forgotten the people
in the next section!!!
Now we don't even know who sits
in the next cubicle!!!
Which is better, Now or Then????
----------------------------------------------------------
After getting back from a tiring play,
we used to do our home work!!
Now who knows/cares about home;
all we do is just work!!!
Which is better, Now or Then????
----------------------------------------------------------
We knew our history and economics!!
Now let alone reading books,
we don't even catch up with the daily news!!!
Which is better, Now or Then????
----------------------------------------------------------
We had an aim in life;
behind our backs we had our teachers!!
Now we have no idea about the
future nor do we find any
one who would tell us anything!!!
Now just ask yourself,
Which is better, Now or Then????
Thursday, March 29, 2007
Calvin & Hobbes ...
For starters, C&H was a comedy strip written by Mr.Bill Watterson which ran in newspapers in the late 80s and early 90 and has been liked by people worldwide ... and yes, I m a big fan too ... So here I go, posting some of the memorable ones ...
1. Who is Calvin ?
2. With Hobbes - His best frend ...
3. His lifestyle - Sleep to start with ...
4. How he feels abt TV?
5. Sleep and TV r 2 things he likes very much ... lets c ... what does he hate?
... more coming soon.
1. Who is Calvin ?
2. With Hobbes - His best frend ...
3. His lifestyle - Sleep to start with ...
4. How he feels abt TV?
5. Sleep and TV r 2 things he likes very much ... lets c ... what does he hate?
... more coming soon.
Wednesday, March 28, 2007
Be Strong ... Keep Going
There are always people who do this to U ...
But Be Strong ... Keep Going !!!
But Be Strong ... Keep Going !!!
We are all a part of the System called Universe
Life seems complex, confusing and chaotic ... like in this system below
(P.S: Click on the image to get the system running)
Though our roles r seemingly insignificant, we r all still a part of this huge system called Universe ... We should just do our part right no matter what comes our way ... and the whole system wud run well :-)
(P.S: Click on the image to get the system running) Though our roles r seemingly insignificant, we r all still a part of this huge system called Universe ... We should just do our part right no matter what comes our way ... and the whole system wud run well :-)
The Optimist Creed ...
Promise Urself -
1. To be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind.
2. To talk health, happiness and prosperity with every person you meet.
3. To make all your friends feel that there is something in them.
4. To look at the sunny side of everything and make your optimism come true.
5. To think only of the best, to work only for the best, and to expect only the best.
6. To be just as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are about yours.
7. To forget the mistakes of the past and press on for the greater achievements of the future.
8. To wear a cheerful conutenance at all times and to give every living creature a nice smile.
9. To give so much time to the improvement of yourself that you have no time to criticize others.
10. To be too large for worry, too noble for anger, too strong for fear, and too happy to permit the presence of trouble.
-- By Christian.D.Larson in 1912.
--- Adopted by Optimist International in 1922.
1. To be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind.
2. To talk health, happiness and prosperity with every person you meet.
3. To make all your friends feel that there is something in them.
4. To look at the sunny side of everything and make your optimism come true.
5. To think only of the best, to work only for the best, and to expect only the best.
6. To be just as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are about yours.
7. To forget the mistakes of the past and press on for the greater achievements of the future.
8. To wear a cheerful conutenance at all times and to give every living creature a nice smile.
9. To give so much time to the improvement of yourself that you have no time to criticize others.
10. To be too large for worry, too noble for anger, too strong for fear, and too happy to permit the presence of trouble.
-- By Christian.D.Larson in 1912.
--- Adopted by Optimist International in 1922.
Tuesday, March 27, 2007
Puzzling Puzzle
I have always had an avid interest in solving puzzles, logical and lateral ones , this is one of my fav puzzle. Can someone find out how this is true ?
P.S: Do leave a comment or buzz me at raj.vegas@gmail.com if you think you know the answer.
P.S: Do leave a comment or buzz me at raj.vegas@gmail.com if you think you know the answer.
Monday, March 26, 2007
Tips for Better Stress Management
Stress is the major killer these days , for people in all walks of life ... We have all observed, in others, read from books, heard from people, some methods used to counter it. Here I m trying to present some of those tips (which I try to follow regularly but fail miserably, lol) which might help us to effectively counter this major problem in life ...
1. We seldom concretely identify those situation and people we find stressful. To understand what brings on stress in your life, try to maintain a heightened awareness of your physical and mental feelings for a week. Keep a list of those things that trigger stressful feelings like when you feel your heart racing, your muscles tightening, or your stomach contracting, ask yourself why.
2. Make relaxation part of your daily routine. Deep breathing and simple stretches can be performed both at home and in the office. Taking a few minutes to sooth your soul by savoring a cup of tea or grounding yourself can center you, giving you the ability to deal with stress more effectively.
3. It can be difficult to let go of worries or thoughts that provoke anxiety. One technique involves dissipating stressful thoughts before they get out of control. Concentrate on the thought and firmly say "Stop" to prevent the thought from recycling itself in your mind. In doing so, you will be free of the thought's power to influence your mood.
4. It could be hard at times to keep your composure at all times. But try and maintain that smile on your face at all times. Flashing a genuine smile at people or cracking a simple joke in difficult situations could help ease stress by a long way.
5. Each day, give yourself the gift of doing one thing you truly enjoy. It may be writing, gardening, dancing, walking, or watching a good film. Doing something you like every day will improve your quality of life and frame of mind, making you better able to handle stress as it arises.
6. Assess your priorities and learn to say no. Determine what activities you don't want to or can't do at home or at work, and, if you can, stop doing them. Don't overload your schedule by committing to new responsibilities because you are afraid to say no. Instead, dedicate yourself only to the activities that bring you joy.
7. Guided imagery can help you stay relaxed during periods of stress. Take a moment to imagine yourself in a peaceful setting that feels safe and nurturing, perhaps somewhere you have felt lighthearted and calm in the past. Concentrate on your setting until you feel your muscles and mind relax.
8. Exercise affects both the body's energy level and the brain's chemistry by encouraging the release of beneficial hormones. It can also help you let go some of the tension and pent-up energy associated with stress by giving you a healthy outlet for your feelings. The mood-elevating benefits of exercise last for days, but regular exercise is the most uplifting.
9. Take a break. When you're faced with any type of stress, stop for a moment to collect your thoughts. Breathe slowly and deeply for ten seconds and try to clear your mind of unpleasant thoughts. You'll still be facing the same situation, but your outlook will be clearer.
10. When you have compiled a list of stressful triggers, compile a second list outlining your personal methods for dealing with stress. Though unexpected or frustrating situations can seem overwhelming, you have the power to cope. Recognizing your strengths can make dealing with stress seem easier.
My Mantra: Always 'Do Gud, Be Happy'
Saturday, March 24, 2007
Nostalgic Moments ... Retro Ads - Series 1
One of the major problems that plague our present day TV watching are the zillion ads that scream across the screen every other minute to such an extent that people sometimes forget what they r watching, but not all Ads are bad or silly or believe in promoting their products at the cost of pulling down their competitors ... In here, I put forward some of the nicer ones we have all seen at some time ...
In the 1st of such series , I would like to take us all for a walk thru the nostalgic lane on some of the great retro-ads ever shown on the Indian TV (the good ol' Doordarshan) ... The then kids of my age grew up watching ...
In the 1st of such series , I would like to take us all for a walk thru the nostalgic lane on some of the great retro-ads ever shown on the Indian TV (the good ol' Doordarshan) ... The then kids of my age grew up watching ...
1. Hamara Bajaj ... This ad epitomizes the Indian spirit and culture very nicely ... It truly made us feel Bajaj is our own ...
Tagline: Kal Bhi, Aaj Bhi, Kal Bhi
2. Fevicol ... This was famous during the late 1980's ... Nothing stronger has ever been made
Tagline: Ye Fevicol Ka Majboot Jod Hai, Tutega Nahi
3. Cadbury's ... Joy of Freedom ...
Tagline: Kuch Khaas Hai Zindagi Mein
4. Coca Cola ... Wat a combo - Aamir and Aish ... The 2 greats in their younger days ...
Tagline: Jo Chaho Ho Jaye Coca-Cola Enjoy
5. Adidas ... The greatest ever hero 'Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar' in the Indian sports arena ... The whole of India stopped when he was batting ... My most fav ad of all time ... Its a fitting tribute to Him ...
(P.S: Click on the Ad names to view them)
Thursday, March 22, 2007
State of our Nation - Ants and Grasshoppers!!
Hope U enjoy reading this piece ...
OLD VERSION...
The ant works hard in the withering heat all summer long building his house and laying up supplies for the winter. The grasshopper thinks the ant's a fool and laughs & dances & plays the summer away. Come winter, the ant is warm and well fed. The grasshopper has no food or shelter so he dies out in the cold.
MODERN VERSION
The ant works hard in the withering heat all summer long, building his house and laying up supplies for the winter. The grasshopper thinks the ant's a fool and laughs & dances & plays the summer away. Come winter, the shivering grasshopper calls a press conference and demands to know why the ant should be allowed to be warm and well fed while others are cold and starving.
NDTV, BBC, CNN show up to provide pictures of the shivering grasshopper next to a video of the ant in his comfortable home with a table filled with food. The World is stunned by the sharp contrast. How can this be that this poor grasshopper is allowed to suffer so?
Arundhati Roy stages a demonstration in front of the ant's house. Medha Patkar goes on a fast along with other grasshoppers demanding that grasshoppers be relocated to warmer climates during winter. UN criticizes the Indian Government for not upholding the fundamental rights of the grasshopper. The Internet is flooded with online petitions seeking support to the grasshopper. Opposition MP's stage a walkout. Left parties call for "Bharat Bandh" in West Bengal and Kerala demands a Judicial Enquiry. CPM in Kerala immediately passes a law preventing Ants from working hard in the heat so as to bring about "equality of poverty" among ants and grasshoppers.
Lalu Prasad allocates one free coach to Grasshoppers on all Indian Railway Trains, aptly named as the 'Grasshopper Rath'.
Finally, the Judicial Committee drafts the Prevention of Terrorism Against Grasshoppers Act [POTAGA], with effect from the beginning of the winter.
Arjun Singh makes Special Reservation for Grass Hopper in educational Insititutions & in Govt Services.
The ant is fined for failing to comply with POTAGA and, having nothing left to pay his retroactive taxes, his home is confiscated by the Government and handed over to the grasshopper in a ceremony covered by NDTV.
Arundhati Roy calls it "a triumph of justice". Lalu calls it 'Socialistic Justice'. CPM calls it the 'Revolutionary resurgence of the Downtrodden, UN invites the grasshopper to address the UN General Assembly.
Many years later...The ant has since migrated to the US and set up a multi billion dollar company in silicon valley. 100's of grasshoppers still die of starvation somewhere in India ....
P.S: (Modified and re-written from a piece I had read long ago)
OLD VERSION...
The ant works hard in the withering heat all summer long building his house and laying up supplies for the winter. The grasshopper thinks the ant's a fool and laughs & dances & plays the summer away. Come winter, the ant is warm and well fed. The grasshopper has no food or shelter so he dies out in the cold.
MODERN VERSION
The ant works hard in the withering heat all summer long, building his house and laying up supplies for the winter. The grasshopper thinks the ant's a fool and laughs & dances & plays the summer away. Come winter, the shivering grasshopper calls a press conference and demands to know why the ant should be allowed to be warm and well fed while others are cold and starving.
NDTV, BBC, CNN show up to provide pictures of the shivering grasshopper next to a video of the ant in his comfortable home with a table filled with food. The World is stunned by the sharp contrast. How can this be that this poor grasshopper is allowed to suffer so?
Arundhati Roy stages a demonstration in front of the ant's house. Medha Patkar goes on a fast along with other grasshoppers demanding that grasshoppers be relocated to warmer climates during winter. UN criticizes the Indian Government for not upholding the fundamental rights of the grasshopper. The Internet is flooded with online petitions seeking support to the grasshopper. Opposition MP's stage a walkout. Left parties call for "Bharat Bandh" in West Bengal and Kerala demands a Judicial Enquiry. CPM in Kerala immediately passes a law preventing Ants from working hard in the heat so as to bring about "equality of poverty" among ants and grasshoppers.
Lalu Prasad allocates one free coach to Grasshoppers on all Indian Railway Trains, aptly named as the 'Grasshopper Rath'.
Finally, the Judicial Committee drafts the Prevention of Terrorism Against Grasshoppers Act [POTAGA], with effect from the beginning of the winter.
Arjun Singh makes Special Reservation for Grass Hopper in educational Insititutions & in Govt Services.
The ant is fined for failing to comply with POTAGA and, having nothing left to pay his retroactive taxes, his home is confiscated by the Government and handed over to the grasshopper in a ceremony covered by NDTV.
Arundhati Roy calls it "a triumph of justice". Lalu calls it 'Socialistic Justice'. CPM calls it the 'Revolutionary resurgence of the Downtrodden, UN invites the grasshopper to address the UN General Assembly.
Many years later...The ant has since migrated to the US and set up a multi billion dollar company in silicon valley. 100's of grasshoppers still die of starvation somewhere in India ....
P.S: (Modified and re-written from a piece I had read long ago)
Sunday, March 18, 2007
Y ?
As we continue to make countless analyses of y'day defeat of the Men In Blue, blaming and pointing fingers at everyone , offering solutions, deciding career paths of the players (coach incl.), and worse, taking out our anger on all seemingly bad things life throws at us by just swearing at these guys ... I just hav this one Q,
" Y do we still the savor the truimph of the underdogs INDIA in the 1983 world cup? " while discrediting Bangladesh's performance y'day and placing the blame squarely on the Indian team ...
Is it Hypocrisy or Patriotism ???
" Y do we still the savor the truimph of the underdogs INDIA in the 1983 world cup? " while discrediting Bangladesh's performance y'day and placing the blame squarely on the Indian team ...
Is it Hypocrisy or Patriotism ???
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