My Self-help and Stories

  Who has not heard of eagles? They are known as the KING OF BIRDS. So, what makes them so reverred? Possessed with a powerful body and iron claws, eagles symbolize dominance, freedom and dignity. Known for their bravery and excellent hunting ability, these extraordinary birds signify exceptional traits such as perseverence, rebirth and new beginnings. They are a living example of how one should endure his difficulties. So, what is the reason behind their being exceptional? None other than the fact how they live thier lives. Truly, nature has all the answers, only if one notices it by keen observation. Many are unwilling to take the effort. Silently, soaring at such great heights, an eagle hints us regarding the attitude one should possess in his life. So, dear friends. Do not become like a parrot. A parrot just talks. And it talks ways too much but does nothing. Contrary to it, an eagle is deadly silent. But has the power to reach the sky. Seven mentalities we can learn from an eagle

  Daughters are a blessing, and will remain so. In the old days, girls were much unloved and looked down upon. Abandoning them was routine. Boys were considered a pride because later on in life, the reins of control were to be in their hands. Gone are those pathetic days. However, a vivid semblence of this cruel notion still remains. Somewhere deep in our hearts, this dispicable truth is still innocently buried and is exposed by a slight feeling of satisfication that comes from a brith of a baby boy.  It, no doubt, is a moment of delight in itself. But it becomes lamentatable when subjected to comparasion. It becomes lamentable when the extent of delightfulness varies on these two occasions. Why should it vary? Why are sons still more celebrated? Aren't girls a pride as well? They are. But we're not ready to accept it. Things might not be as bad as they used to be. But a deeper look into the matter reveals that they are neither good. We are always incomplete without a man. But

  Many of us make this mistake. The mistake of running after people. Making them value us by our presence. Making them value us by always being available. But that will not at all help you. You've got to limit your availability. Even customers pay little heed to the item in abundant supply. The demand for the rare is there. The rare thing has great value because not everyone has access to it. Diamond is valuable because its rare. Same is the case with people. In the same way, the more you show up, the less respect you get no matter how nice you are. Your to can only be realized by your absence. So, besides being a helpful person, show up when needed. Not more. Not less. The tricky thing is that you have to figure out a way to maintain a balance between this absent-present situation. Too much availability lessens your "price" as the other person takes you for granted. Likewise, seldom showing up also marres your reputation.Your image will eventually be wiped out from the s

  Brave New World is a must-read novel that interestingly depicts certain characteristics of a modren society. It raises concerns about consequences of technological advancements and dangers of modernization which will effect individuals in many ways. Firstly, science and technology will become a tool in the hands of state to control the lives of every individual. All efforts will be centered around achieving stability, comfort and economic progress. There will be no concept of individuality or autonomy, necessary for ones freedom. There will be no privacy and no choice for people regarding their lives. They will be conditioned unquestionably to perform specific roles in society. Free souls will be nonexistent. Every one will be considered a part of a whole- belonging to everyone else.Attempts to free oneself from this chain of slavery will be a rebellion and immediately punished. People will strive for happiness and comfort. They'll do this by satisfying their needs and desires. P

  In our society, girls have been and are still being brainwashed that the prime reason for their existence is to get married. After marriage, they have to put up with their in-laws. Before, if they are lucky, they can persue their dreams according to their will. But this will comes to an end after they get married! One often questions about the fruit of ones effort. Weren't girls educated so they could modestly upgrade their own lives instead of being heartlessly dictated upon. One often questions what respect have these girls earned after striving hard for so many years getting education. Why arent girls allowed to continually persue their dreams- to live and earn a bit more respectfully. Such instances are prevalent in our society where everyone-including the girls parents deny her rights or even pretend as if it was no big deal. On the other hand, anything troubling the in-laws is percieved significant on both sides and must be rectified as soon as possible. A grave fault in ou