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Important Principles from Chanakya

https://www.speakingtree.in/blog/chanakya-niti-moral-values-for-a-successful-life?UTMCODE&__sta=vhg.uosvpxHHHsmtnpqszq%7CTUUFFFFF&__stm_medium=email&__stm_source=smartech In his book Chanakya Niti, also known as Niti Shastra, Chanakya has listed the following principles for a person to follow inorder to build in them a strong character which in turn would lead to a successful and meaningful life. 1.Vinyasya Moolan Vridhopsewa. Acharya Chanakya says that humility lies in the service of elderly or old people. Only when one renders honest service to elders can he understand the real meaning of humility. 2.Vridhsevya Vigyanata T rue knowledge can be attained by serving the old. 3.Aalbadhlaabho Naalasya. Acharya Chanakya states that a lazy person can achieve nothing in life! Be it money, education or anything a lazy person can’t achieve any of these. 4.Agnindahadapee Vishishta Vaakyarushyama. In this aphorism, he warns that harsh and bitter language can caus...

The Symbolic Aphorisms of Pythagoras

Some learnings from Pythagoras which has stood the test of time :     http://voces-magicae.com/2009/11/03/the-symbolic-aphorisms-of-pythagoras/ I. Declining from the public ways, walk in unfrequented paths. By this it is to be understood that those who desire wisdom must seek it in solitude. The initiatic journey is one of isolation and exploration along paths taken by very few. II. Govern your tongue before all other things, following the gods. Here Pythagoras warns us that words have a tendency to misrepresent our true Self. If a thought or argument cannot be articulated clearly and properly without sentimental bias or emotional clouding, it is best to remain in silence. III. The wind blowing, adore the sound. We are reminded to take a moment to appreciate the “voice” of the elements. All things in Nature manifest through harmony, rhythm, and order and through attuning ourselves to Nature’s expressions we are confronted with the very principl...

How Your beliefs can sabotage your Behaviour

Skill is something you can cultivate, not merely something you're born with. You can become more creative, more intelligent, more athletic, more artistic, and more successful by focusing on the process, not the outcome. Instead of worrying about winning the championship, commit to the process of training like a champion. Instead of worrying about writing a bestselling book, commit to the process of publishing your ideas on a consistent basis. Instead of worrying about getting six pack abs, commit to the process of eating healthy each day. It's not about the result, it's about building the identity of the type of person who gets to enjoy those results.  https://jamesclear.com/fixed-mindset-vs-growth-mindset?__s=xhzsacuinvzdh8d4rrjh