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The Bright Side

Posted on May 10, 2019 by chefswifediary

“The grass is always greener on the other side.” ― Erma Bombeck Keeping a positive mindset and believing that there is always something greater out there waiting for us to get them – That’s how we continuously build up courage to keep our dreams alive. Having said that, it’s also important to make the best out of…

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Cultivating positive values – How?

Posted on May 9, 2019 by chefswifediary

A nine-to-five job is no longer as straightforward as it seems. In this part of Asia, we spend a daily average of 12 hours or more at work. 50% of our daily time is spent on managing work expectation and socialising just to earn and ease a living. Because  they are not mutually exclusive, segregation of…

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Instagram makes me nervous. Does it to you?

Posted on May 2, 2019 by chefswifediary

“Interesting. She’s got a pretty good life. I wish I’ve got this life.”. . (next). “Amazing, I want to do that too, how did he get there?” .. (next). “Lucky her, I wish I could…..” (next). The more I scroll, my self-esteem got pushed further – not upward though. Admiring how others life on Cloud…

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Earned not given.

Posted on April 8, 2019 by chefswifediary

“Respect is earned not given” – one of the most commonly heard saying in leadership journals. Likewise, achievement is well deserved for those who worked hard for it. How many of us still believe in these? Take Margaret Thatcher (1925–2013) for example. She was the first female British Prime Minister from 1979–1990. When she spearheaded the role,…

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Getting to know you.

Posted on March 30, 2019 by chefswifediary

The world is changing. Everyone is crumbling to cope with the pace of change. In particular, being social in the digital world today is seen as a form of necessity. It’s assumed that those who couldn’t keep up, they’ll fall. Those who could, they’ll succeed. Unfortunately, they have got it all wrong – How? Take an…

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Women

15 Facts I Wish Everyone Knew About Women.

Posted on March 6, 2019 by chefswifediary

Just because they are neat does not mean they enjoy doing chores. Having a strong character does not mean they prefer to love more than to be loved. Being independent has nothing to do with marital status. Spending effort and time on beauty is a form of confidence investment. A good career means stability and…

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Gray skies are just clouds passing over

Superficial : Expectation vs Reality

Posted on February 17, 2019November 23, 2022 by chefswifediary

Gone are the days when Internet is a value-added option to our lives. It is now one of the necessities of life. With increasing apps creation, society is encouraged to become more superficial than ever. Physical interaction is gradually being replaced with virtual interaction. Talking is replaced with texting (it is no wonder voice calls…

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Everyone loves talking.

Posted on October 9, 2018November 18, 2022 by chefswifediary

Everyone loves talking. More so when it comes to talking about their lives or themselves.  The opportunity to communicate in terms of thoughts and feelings are pivotal. Not denying that it is possibly one of the few ways an individual could signal the identity he or she wants to share with people around them. It…

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Shenley Brook End, Furzton

The Journey Begins

Posted on June 5, 2018July 10, 2024 by chefswifediary

Writing is an art of expression, and so the journey begins today. Shenley Brook End, Furzton

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