On a high window sill stood two flower pots. One had a wild red rose full of thorns in it. It was in bloom.… Read the rest
The Wisethorn and Bloomy–the Story of the Transformation!
Chocolates Are Not Lollipops!
Chocolates are not lollipops. Of course they are not; but both can be enjoyed in a traffic jam in the skies.… Read the rest
YouTube Makes the World Go Round
It is amazing how Pandemic Covid-19 and lockdowns following it has made YouTube a place of sleeplessness. Most people have started publishing videos on YouTube and are doing live streaming.… Read the rest
Elocution Competition Topic: Social and Humanitarian Changes Brought by the Pandemic Covid-19
Pandemic Covid-19 has changed the global landscape completely. It has made us realize how unpredictable life is. I would like to focus today on the social and humanitarian changes brought about by the pandemic.… Read the rest
A Story from Schooldays on My First Disastrous Public Speaking Attempt
I would like to share a story that happened at Christ Nagar School1 where I had done my schooling in VIII C Class during the third term.… Read the rest
KISS–Keep It Short and Simple!
Let us look at a few thoughts where you can try the KISS principle.
Life:
the gift of God, the one and only opportunity one has for doing good.… Read the rest
7 Must-Haves to Build a World Class Culture in Your Organization
It is an Organization’s unique approach to work that helps shape its culture. Building a world class culture in an Organization is like growing a tree.… Read the rest
7 Compelling Steps to Achieve Excellence at the Workplace!
Some work to make a living. Others work because they are passionate. The first kind of people do things well. The second kind of people pursue excellence at the workplace!… Read the rest
Three Insightful Stories on “What Will Others Think About Me?”
One of the questions commonly asked in my training sessions is this: “What will others think about me?” Whether it be professionals or students they share this same concern.… Read the rest
The Science, Maths, Vocabulary, and Art of Love in Marriage!
Let us begin the discussion of the science, maths, vocabulary, and art of love in marriage from departures. The tug at the heart at parting when your beloved boards the plane or when the train starts to move is love.… Read the rest
You Can Lead with Confidence: Leadership Simplified for School Children!
Some of you will be called to lead by choice or chance. It is a privilege but a great responsibility too.… Read the rest
7 Motivational Secrets That Will Surely Inspire You
Yes You Can
Great achievements follow when your pursuits are fuelled by the I Can belief and attitude. When this combines with enthusiasm and perseverance you become unstoppable.… Read the rest
Make Your Meetings Productive
Isn’t it amazing that only men and women gather together to talk? And perhaps listen. Other creatures of instinct lack this ability.… Read the rest
1 Minute Speech on Self and Selfies
My Professor once asked this question in class:
“Whose face do you look for first when you get see the group photo of your class in the College Magazine?”… Read the rest
A Love ❤️ Kaleidoscope
When love is absent,
Life is a starless night.
When love is present,
Life is a moonlit sunshine.
When love is absent,
Life is an unsalted egg.… Read the rest
Radio Talk: Hope for Tomorrow
Radio Talk for Yuvavani,
All India Radio, Thiruvananthpuram,
First Broadcast on 22 April 2017.
Radio Talk: Hope for Tomorrow PDF
Once there was a young boy who walked along with his mother one evening.… Read the rest
Radio Talk: The Spirit of Christmas as Seen in Charles Dicken’s A Christmas Carol
Talk for All India Radio, Thiruvananthapuram.
Broadcast on Christmas Day 2015.
Radio Talk: The Spirit of Christmas as Seen in Charles Dicken’s A Christmas Carol PDF
The famous novella A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens captures the spirit of Christmas in a memorable way.… Read the rest
Radio Talk: Life Lessons from Cricket
Talk for Yuvavani, All India Radio, Thiruvananthapuram.
Date of recording: 25 February 2011
Radio Talk: Life Lessons from Cricket PDF
Cricket World Cup 2011 will showcase some of the great talents of cricket.… Read the rest
Radio Talk: The Hope of Christmas
Talk for Yuvavani, A.I.R., Thiruvanathapuram.
First Broadcast 22nd December 2007.
Once upon a time, when Augustus Caesar ruled Rome, a star rose over a little town called Bethlehem.… Read the rest
Radio Talk: The Art of Leadership Communication
Talk for Yuvavani,
All India Radio, Thiruvananthapuram.
First Broadcast on 29 July 2006.
There are constants and variables in leadership communication.… Read the rest
Radio Talk: The Art of Public Speaking
Talk for Yuvavani,
All India Radio, Thiruvananthapuram.
First Broadcast on 20 August 2005.
A wise speaker once remarked: “The human brain is a wonderful organ.… Read the rest
Love and Cherish Your Children As God Wants You To
It is quite natural to be anxious about your children. Your children are God’s gift to you. So they are precious.… Read the rest
7 Ultimate Reasons Why You Fear to Speak in Public
#1. You Stand Alone
That is frightening. Many people like to be in the comfort of a group; allow others to talk and feel happy being led.… Read the rest
How to Score a Perfect 10 for a Winning Personality
When Nadia Comaneci won the first perfect ten in gymnastics in the 1976 Montreal Olympics* it stunned the world with amazement.… Read the rest
7 Irrefutable Laws of the Art of Salesmanship
#1. Know Your Customer’s Needs Identify the market.
Know what will sell? Opening a fish shop near a school might not be a great idea; rather it might be great to go for a book shop which also sells stationery items.… Read the rest
Motivational Collage: Be Inspired When You Stand Up to Speak on Stage
Plenty of Bad Speeches Make a Good Speech
When you get depressed over a bad speech the easiest thing to do is to find comfort in feeling sorry for yourself.… Read the rest
Seven Simple Steps to Face Criticism
“What will others think about me?” This is a thought that terrifies many people especially as they get on stage to give a speech.… Read the rest
For the Love of Food and Cooking
Cooking is a fine art. Done well, it preserves the health of those who consume the food and delights the heart as much.… Read the rest
The Hope and Legacy of Rev. Martin Luther King’s “I Have a Dream” Speech
There is no human heart that does not resonate with the hope that was so gloriously splashed out on the broad canvas as in Rev.… Read the rest
7 Characteristics of a Good Negotiator
Negotiations begin early in life. Children negotiate with each other to gain possession of their favourite toys. Customers negotiate to get the best buy in sales showrooms and shopping malls.… Read the rest