The Splash of Wisdom

A n elderly man in Mumbai calls his son in New York and says, 'I hate to ruin your day son, but I have to tell you that your mother and I are getting a divorce; 35 years of marriage and that much misery is enough!' 'Dad, what are you talking about?' the son screams. 'We can't stand the sight of each other any longer,' the old man says. 'We're sick of each other, and I'm sick of talking about this, so you call your sister in Hong Kong and tell her!' Frantic, the son calls his sister, who explodes on the phone, 'Like heck they're getting divorced,' she shouts, 'I'll take care of this.' She calls Mumbai immediately, and screams at the old man, 'You are not getting divorced. Don't do a single thing until I get there. I'm calling my brother back, and we'll both be there tomorrow. Until then, don't do a thing, DO YOU HEAR??' and she hangs up. The old man hangs up his phone and turns to his wife. ...

I f a child lives with criticism, he learns to condemn. If a child lives with hostility, she learns to fight. If a child lives with ridicule, he learns to be shy. If a child lives with shame, she learns to feel guilty. If a child lives with tolerance, he learns to be patient. If a child lives with encouragement, she learns confidence. If a child lives with praise, he learns to appreciate. If a child lives with fairness, she learns justice. If a child lives with security, he learns to have faith. If a child lives with approval, she learns to like herself. If a child lives with acceptance and friendship, he learns to find love in the world.   - Dorothy Law Nolte

D o you put off your work for later, only to find your deadlines steadily creeping in? Then you, my friend, are one of the millions of people afflicted by the bad habit of procrastination. Procrastination is the biggest reason for loss of productivity and reduced output. Though many would not admit it, they would benefit greatly if they start their work on time. For many people, putting off their work for later is more habit than desire. It can be so hard to get into a groove where starting your tasks in a timely fashion is a priority, especially if the consequences for being late are things that one can probably bear. If you are one of these people, yet you desire to shake off your propensity for procrastination, then this advice is for you. Here are a few tips to help you overcome this dilemma and become a more productive and reliable person. 1. Set Schedules. It is very important that you have a list of activities to accomplish per day. This will help you realistically budget y...

T he festival of lights, Diwali, brings fun, joy and togetherness. Children and youth look eagerly forward for the arrival of the festival. In fact, they begin bursting of crackers and playing with fireworks well before the festival. Diwali marks the triumph of good over evil and dispels darkness. Unfortunately, improper handling and playing with fireworks, mar the celebrations every year. Every year a number of people across the country, lose their eyesight and sustain burns during the festival. Property is also damaged in mishaps. Mohsin Eye Bank has suggested a number of do's and don'ts to prevent loss of eyesight and other mishaps during the ensuing Diwali festival. Do's: * An adult should always supervise the use of fireworks by children. * Check the area before igniting fireworks to ensure that all inflammable and combustible materials are removed. * Follow all safety precautions issued with the fireworks. * Use a candle or an agarbathi to ignite fireworks. They b...

RDI - December 2007 Stuck late in the office? Bypass the biscuit tin and choose a snack that will satisfy your stomach rumbles for longer. If you're starving because you didn't eat lunch. Make something small to tide you over until dinner. Try peanut butter on wholewheat crackers or a handful of nuts. If you still have a long night ahead of you. Eat a light meal that won't slow you down. Try a turkey sandwich on whole-grain bread or cheese on toasted brown bread. If you've had a coffee and are now past the point of being hungry. Try eating a piece of fruit, some yoghurt, a boiled egg or a slice of ham. That way you won't wake up in the middle of the night famished. If the vending machine is your only option. "The occasional packet of chips is fine," says Ursula Arens from the British Dietetic Association. "But don't reach for them every time you work late."

Women have strengths that amaze men. They bear hardships and they carry burdens, but they hold happiness, love and joy. They smile when they want to scream. They sing when they want to cry. They cry when they are happy and laugh when they are nervous. They fight for what they believe in. They stand up to injustice. They don't take "no" for an answer when they believe there is a better solution. They go without so their family can have. They go to the doctor with a frightened friend. They love unconditionally. They cry when their children excel and cheer when their friends get awards. They are happy when they hear about a birth or a wedding. Their hearts break when a friend dies. They grieve at the loss of a family member, yet they are strong when they think there is no strength left. They know that a hug and a kiss can heal a broken heart. Women come in all shapes, sizes and colors. They'll drive, fly, walk, run or e-mail you to show how much they care about you. The ...

S hould you ever need to be institutionalized, this little test should get you started. During a visit to the mental asylum, a visitor asked the Director what is the criteria which defines a patient to be institutionalized. “Well” said the Director “we fill up a bathtub, then we offer a teaspoon, a teacup and a bucket to the patient and ask him/her to empty the bathtub”.OK, here’s your test. 1. Would you use the teaspoon? 2. Would you use the teacup? 3. Would you use the bucket?Think about this before you scroll down : : : Oh, I understand” said the visitor A normal person would use the bucket because it’s bigger than the spoon or teacup”. “No” said the Director, “a normal person would pull the plug”! Moral: Never forget to give a first thought to the most obvious approach.