I was feeling lazy and restless last weekend. A friend had recommended couple of TV series. I spent the weekend binge watching.On Sunday evening, instead of feeling relaxed, I felt worse, totally washed out!Let’s rewind a bit, ask yourself: When was the last time I felt genuinely happy?Aristotle identified happiness as the ultimate goal of … Continue reading Happiness
I Logged Off LinkedIn for 3 Weeks—here’s what happened
I was on vacation, spending time with my family. Those two weeks were precious, time that we rarely get. I had a decision to make: stay active on LinkedIn: post, scroll, comment, stay “visible”—or fully unplug. I chose to PAUSE. And I extended it to shake off the jet lag, and felt like me again. … Continue reading I Logged Off LinkedIn for 3 Weeks—here’s what happened
The Manager’s Paradox
Some years back, my son — then a young boy — asked me a cheeky question. “I am your only child… so I can’t ask you who your favorite is. But you have worked with many team members over the years. Do you have a favorite?” I smiled and said, “Yes… I do have a … Continue reading The Manager’s Paradox
What does silence mean to you?
I was facilitating a two-day leadership workshop. One participant stood out—not for what he said, but for what he didn’t. He sat there like a mouse—listening and scribbling, barely speaking. Not in the large group, not even within his small group. As a facilitator, I couldn’t help but wonder: Is he uninterested? Is he struggling … Continue reading What does silence mean to you?
Small steps…
"I don’t get to exercise much..." I thought one day. “On average I manage to go for a walk about 2.5 kilometres in 35 minutes, four times a week.” “Is it enough? Shouldn’t I be doing more?” I was almost self-deprecating, when I realized how wrong I was. I did a quick math. My little … Continue reading Small steps…
Pause…
Ever noticed what a butterfly does when it rains?It finds a safe spot—tucked behind a leaf, beneath a flower, under a branch—and wait it out. Once the skies clear, it takes off again—graceful and alive.In our work and lives, we all go through unexpected storms: a failed project, an unexpected lay-off, illness, a personal setback … Continue reading Pause…
REEL vs REAL LIFE
A few days ago, I was scrolling through social media when I came across a post from a friend. She had just returned from a jungle safari. The pictures were incredible—especially the close-up of a tiger. In the next post, she shared her excitement about an upcoming trip to the US. There were also snapshots … Continue reading REEL vs REAL LIFE
The Secret to Doing More
Before we dive in, here’s a quick challenge—without paying attention to your breath, answer this: do we pause between inhale and exhale? Now, observe your breath: Do you feel that tiny pause before you inhale? And brief stillness before you exhale? This pause is life’s natural rhythm. Even breathing isn’t a nonstop sprint; it flows … Continue reading The Secret to Doing More
When you get bumped up…
I fondly remember the times I got opportunity to pick larger or wider roles. I recall the excitement, as it opened doors to new opportunities. However, once the initial excitement subsided, I recall feeling overwhelmed. Suddenly, my to-do list seemed endless, and being “busy” became my new normal. My pride in being a hands-on person … Continue reading When you get bumped up…
Who says working with diverse people is easy?
I was presenting a couple of approaches to solve a difficult problem. After presenting the solutions, I said, “If you have a different point of view or suggestion, please share” A junior colleague raised her hand and said, “Padma, I don’t think this is going to work. And here’s why…” Immediately a thought crossed my … Continue reading Who says working with diverse people is easy?
Perspectives 