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Book Review, London (2026)

26/05/2023

10 SMALL HABITS THAT WILL IMPROVE YOUR LIFE

1. Morning Smile

Smiling affects your brain positively to relieve stress and depression, improve blood pressure and relieve pain

Smiling stimulates your brain to release what are known as neuropeptides that help in fighting stress.

2. Gratitude

”Without gratitude, life can be lonely, depressing and impoverished. Gratitude enriches human life. It elevates, energizes, inspires and transforms, and those who practice it will experience significant improvements in several areas of life including relationships, academics, energy level and even dealing with tragedy and crisis.”

Dr. Robert Emmons

3. Nature Gazing

“Nature always wears the colors of the spirit” - Ralph Waldo Emerson

4. Working Out

“Physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, it is the basis of dynamic and creative intellectual activity.” - John F Kennedy

5. Eating Healthier

The benefits of healthy eating are pretty obvious. When you eat healthy food, you have more energy, better weight, better health, which translates to more productivity, you become able to think and generally feel better.

6. Get A Role Model

Having someone, you admire and look up to can motivate you to achieve great feats and do amazing things.

7. Reading

Remember that most of the successful people have this one common trait; that is to educate themselves on a regular basis. They would never tell you that they are done gaining knowledge.

8. Write Your Ideas

I have always thought that a successful life is one in which you are able to constantly turn thoughts into successful actions. All of us have many thoughts, and many of us, unfortunately, let them slip away before taking any action on them.

One very important step in between having a thought and taking successful action is to bring a thought from within you to the outside. A good way to do this is writing it down. Whatever the thought is, writing it down does have a lot of benefits beca

21/05/2023

"12 things for a PM to do in your first 30 days"
Stumbled upon this from my (PM) onboarding at Google. I feel most are still relevant today after years as a PM.

1. Set clear expectations with your manager
2. Schedule 1:1 with everyone in your team (and those around it)
3. Ask everyone this question: "What can I do to make your life easier?"
4. Fine ONE (even small) thing that you can take off their shoulders
5. Schedule time your TL (tech lead) to walk through your product
6. Resist the urge to jump in and start changing things aka "Try not to be useful right away"
7. Get in front of your users
8. Fix something (use fix liberally)
9. Read everything, and write it if it isn't written down
10. Set some personal goals (personal OKRs)
11. Configure life support (permissions/access, software, email filters)
12. Check your teammate OKRs

Which one resonates with you the most? I got the most bang for the buck from number (4). I was plussed into an email about some data cleanup issue and offered to take it for my manager. Gave me an excuse to talk to folks across my team, learn the technical details of our infra and get a small but mighty launch in within a quarter

04/05/2023

𝟗 𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 “𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐛𝐲 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲” 𝐛𝐲 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐚 𝐕𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐤𝐚𝐦

1. If you want to make time for what matters, you have to know what matters.
2. People who spend time planning tend to have a better sense of control over their lives.
3. We tend to think of time as a scarce resource, but it is actually a limitless one. We all have the same amount of time in a day, but how we use that time is what makes the difference.
4. Mindfulness is the ability to be fully present at the moment, to be aware of what is going on both inside and outside of yourself.
5. It's important to schedule downtime in your day or week, just as you would schedule any other important task or appointment.
6. Saying no to something you don't really want to do can be incredibly liberating.
7. We can't control everything that happens in our lives, but we can control how we react to it.
8. Taking care of yourself is not a luxury, it's a necessity.
9. It's not about finding balance, it's about finding harmony - a way to make everything in your life work together seamlessly.
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03/05/2023

Top 10 Lessons learned From the Book “Man’s Search For Meaning”

1. Sometimes, the only way to survive is to surrender to dying.

🥀Being indifferent to death allowed people to survive. In order to survive, you had to be okay with dying any moment.

2. Your life has its own meaning and it’s up to you to find it in any given moment.

❓ how you act, and how much responsibility you bring to the decisions you make determines how big your sense of meaning in life is.

3. Try to force your fears to come true to make them go away.

✍️Another thing logotherapy does is enable people by focusing on their internal state of mind, instead of external factors, thus giving them a sense of control over their own life.

4.CHANGE YOUR DAILY APPROACH TO LIFE

📍We can make life meaningful by preparing and searching for tasks that can define our lives.

The more you’re able to find meaning from small moments, the more likely you’ll be proud of the life you live.

5.Use Your Imagination to Overcome Suffering

💡Positive thoughts can act as a distraction from a horrible reality.

Frankl pushed on because he was able to retreat within himself. His body was beaten, but his spirit remained unconquerable.

6.Suffering Is Always Followed By Liberation

🔴There comes a time in each person’s life where we become liberated from our suffering.

The countryside around the camp he was imprisoned at was free and open. In this state of gratitude, Frankl broke down and fell to his knees.

7. Love finds its deepest meaning in the inner, spiritual being.

❤️Love is the ultimate and the highest goal to which man can aspire.

The salvation of man is through love and in love. The salvation of man is through love and in love.

8.Don’t aim at success

🎉Happiness must happen, and the same holds for success: you have to let it happen by not caring about it.

I want you to listen to what your conscience commands you to do and go on to carry it out to the best of your knowledge.

9.SELF-DETERMINING—Meaning in each moment

🌱every human being has the freedom to change at any instant.

“What matters, therefore, is not the meaning of life in general but rather the specific meaning of a person’s life at a given moment.”

10.CHOICE OF ATTITUDE—The last of the human freedoms

👉Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms—to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s own way.
💯You can't improve if you don't know what you're doing wrong.

25/04/2023

Top 10 Lessons from learned from the book-- How To Finish Everything You Start

1) Another reason for failing to finish is that you are so unprepared for interruptions that when one or more occur, you get thrown by it.

2) By far the #1 reason for leaving a task or project unfinished is having too much to do.

3) If you have a fear of failure, you will delay finishing a project, so you do not have to deal with the potential negative feedback that you fear. If you fear success, procrastination delays that scenario from happening.

4) If you end whatever you are trying to finish at a good point, it will be that much easier to pick right up again when you can get back to it.

5) Make whatever you are procrastinating about the very first activity that you tackle first thing in the morning, or when you first get to the office.

6)F = Focus on one priority task.

I= Ignore interruptions or distractions.

N = Now is the time, not later or tomorrow.

I= Initiate and innovate so you keep going.

S = Stay the course however tough it gets.

H = Hail finishing by celebrating your accomplishment.

7) Be open to trying new things and even fresh ideas or even new technology that might make it faster, easier, or better to finish what you started.

8) Those who have too many
unfinished projects or activities often are trying to do everything themselves.

9) Here is what his SMART acronym stands for:

S = Specific
M = Measurable
A = Assignable
R = Realistic
T= Time-related

10) "Should I have started this in the first place?"

Thanks for Reading 📝👌

25/04/2023

My REALIZATIONS about GETTING STARTED.

1) You only need ONE thing to get started. One smile can start a friendship. One hand can lift a soul. One candle can wipe out darkness. One word, one child, one teacher, one pen and one book can change the world. Be that ONE.

2) You don’t have to be smarter than the rest. You just need to be more disciplined than the rest and get started.

3) Conquer yourself. Your success or failure in life or at work isn’t about other people. It’s your procrastination and excuses. Success happens when you grow yourself, not outgrow others. Winners focus on winning. Losers focus on winners.

4) Nothing changes if nothing changes. When you change how you see things, both you and the things you see change. You see the world what you carry in your heart.

5) Every teacher once was a student. Every winner once was a loser. Every expert once was a beginner. Small steps taken every day leads you to your success.

6) Perseverance is the multiplier of Talent and Potential. Success is not about who has more talent, but who is hungrier. A river cuts through a rock not because of its power, but its persistence. You can do anything you set your mind to, but it takes action, persistence, and the courage to face your fears.

7) Stress comes from ignoring things that you should not be ignoring. Break down the task and start small. A journey of 1000 miles start with one step. Don't wait to be in the mood to do a certain task. Motivation follows action. Get started, and you'll find your motivation will follows. Don't worry about the darkness when you take that first step, for that is when the stars shine brightest.

8)You can become a person of value in a matter of months. Every mountain top is within your reach if you keep climbing. If you aren’t winning, you must be learning.

9) Once you start, no matter how long you have travelled in the wrong direction, you can always turn around. When you can’t change a situation, change yourself.

21/04/2023

8 Lessons From My Morning Routine

1. When you come up with a morning routine, understand that you’re undertaking it in order to do something good for yourself, not to meet some stranger’s standard of productivity.

2. “After years of trial and error, I’ve found that the first thirty minutes of my day have the biggest impact on how I feel for the rest of my waking hours.”
—MOLLI SUROWIEC

3. Making your bed in the morning is one of the simplest things you can do to help wake up your mind and get you ready and prepared for the day ahead. It also reduces your chances of climbing back into it.

4. Practice gratitude every morning. Remind yourself of three things you are grateful for.

5. Do the most important work in the morning.

6. Write a To-Do List and then stick to it.

7. Break down your big goals into small steps that you can act upon.

8. “Most of us realize we’re more productive at certain times of the day, but a key to benefiting from this information is being able to identify those times and adapt our schedule accordingly. Pay attention to the times when you’re at peak productivity.” Melody Wilding

15/04/2023

Worth Reading
Summary of IKIGAI
"The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life" by Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles is a self-help book that explains the Japanese concept of ikigai, or "the thing that you live for," and how it can help us live fulfilling lives. Here are 10 important lessons from the book:

1. Find your ikigai: Ikigai is a combination of what you love, what you're good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for. By finding your ikigai, you can cultivate a sense of purpose and passion that can lead to a happier and longer life.

2. Don't worry about finding a single ikigai: It's okay if your passion and purpose evolve over time. Your ikigai can be a blend of different interests and skills, and may change with changes in your life stage or circumstances.

3. Connect with others: Social connections are a key component of happiness and well-being. Cultivate relationships with friends, family, and community members, and seek out opportunities for collaboration and teamwork.

4. Stay active: Regular physical activity can improve your mood, reduce your risk of chronic disease, and enhance your quality of life. Find forms of exercise that you enjoy, such as walking, cycling, or swimming, and make them part of your daily routine.

5. Eat well: A healthy diet that's rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and lean proteins can support your physical and mental health. Experiment with new recipes and flavors, and savor your meals with mindfulness.

6. Practice mindfulness: Mindfulness is the practice of being fully present in the moment, without judgment or distraction. By cultivating mindfulness through meditation, yoga, or other practices, you can reduce stress, improve your focus, and enhance your overall well-being.

7. Embrace simplicity: Simplifying your life can reduce stress and enhance your sense of peace and tranquility. Consider decluttering your home, simplifying your wardrobe, or reducing your digital distractions.

8. Find meaning

13/04/2023

Top 13 lesson learned from book -13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do.

1. They Don’t Waste Time Feeling Sorry for Themselves

Mentally strong people don’t sit around feeling sorry about their circumstances or how others have treated them. Instead, they take responsibility for their role in life and understand that life isn’t always easy or fair.

2. They Don’t Give Away Their Power

They don’t allow others to control them, and they don’t give someone else power over them. They don’t say things like, “My boss makes me feel bad,” because they understand that they are in control over their own emotions and they have a choice in how they respond.

3. They Don’t Shy Away from Change

Mentally strong people don’t try to avoid change. Instead, they welcome positive change and are willing to be flexible. They understand that change is inevitable and believe in their abilities to adapt.

4. They Don’t Waste Energy on Things They Can’t Control

You won’t hear a mentally strong person complaining over lost luggage or traffic jams. Instead, they focus on what they can control in their lives. They recognize that sometimes, the only thing they can control is their attitude.

5. They Don’t Worry About Pleasing Everyone

Mentally strong people recognize that they don’t need to please everyone all the time. They’re not afraid to say no or speak up when necessary. They strive to be kind and fair, but can handle other people being upset if they didn’t make them happy.

6. They Don’t Fear Taking Calculated Risks

They don’t take reckless or foolish risks, but don’t mind taking calculated risks. Mentally strong people spend time weighing the risks and benefits before making a big decision, and they’re fully informed of the potential downsides before they take action.

7. They Don’t Dwell on the Past

Mentally strong people don’t waste time dwelling on the past and wishing things could be different. They acknowledge their past and can say what they’ve learned from it. However, they

13/04/2023

Top 5 lessons from book "The Compound effect”

1. Small daily actions lead to big results: The book emphasizes that success is not achieved overnight but through consistent small actions taken every day. The small daily habits can compound over time, leading to significant changes in your life.

2. Take responsibility for your life: The author stresses that success and failure are the results of the choices we make. To achieve success, we need to take responsibility for our lives and the actions we take.

3. Track your progress: To make progress, we need to track our actions and results. The author recommends keeping a daily journal or tracking sheet to monitor progress, which helps to identify areas of improvement and celebrate wins.

4. Surround yourself with positive influences: The people we surround ourselves with can have a significant impact on our lives. It is important to surround ourselves with positive influences that motivate and support us in our goals.

5. Embrace the power of consistency: Consistency is key to achieving success. The book emphasizes that success is not a one-time event but the result of consistent action over time. By consistently taking small actions, we can achieve significant results.

08/04/2023

10 Lessons from the book "55 Questions To Ask Yourself, Across 8 Dimensions For A New You!" by Manoj Chenthamarakshan"

1. To change your life, you have to change yourself.

2. Your beliefs and values shape your actions and decisions.

3. You cannot achieve your goals without a clear plan.

4. Gratitude is the key to happiness.

5. The quality of your relationships determines the quality of your life.

6. Success is not just about money and status, but also about inner peace and contentment.

7. The way you talk to yourself can either empower or disempower you.

8. To be successful, you have to step out of your comfort zone.

9. Your health is your wealth.

10. Time is the most valuable resource you have, use it wisely.

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29/03/2023

Top 5 lessons learned from the book --"Master your time, master your life"

1. Identify your priorities:
Before you can effectively manage your time, you need to know what's most important to you. Take the time to figure out what your goals and values are, and use them to guide your time-management decisions.

2. Use a system:
Develop a system for managing your time, whether it's a planner, calendar, or digital tool. This will help you stay organized and on track, and ensure that you're making progress towards your goals.

3. Avoid procrastination:
Procrastination is a major time-waster, so it's important to learn how to avoid it. One way to do this is to break tasks down into smaller, more manageable chunks, and focus on completing each one in turn.

4. Practice saying no:
If you want to master your time, you need to be willing to say no to things that aren't important to you. This can be difficult, but it's important to set boundaries and prioritize your own needs and goals.

5. Take care of yourself:
Finally, it's important to take care of yourself if you want to manage your time effectively. This means getting enough sleep, eating well, and making time for activities that recharge and energize you. When you feel good, you'll be more productive and able to accomplish more in less time.

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