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Shyness versus Introversion

Shyness versus Introversion – Understand the differences

Many people confuse introversion with shyness. This post enlightens you on the differences between shyness versus introversion.

Susan Cain’s book Quiet is indeed a true masterclass that comes out in support of introverts in a world that desires extroversion.

Read this insight to understand the true difference between these two terms. If you are an introvert this post will give you enough confidence in your abilities.

Read a similar interesting post around the same topic:

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/introverts-vs-extroverts-as-leaders-choosing-the-right-context/

The book Quiet is a must read if you are lacking in confidence for being an introvert.

To read more about Susan Cain and her work please visit:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Susan_Cain

November 2, 2024
Do you have the Privilege of an Introvert?

Privilege of an Introvert

In his book Quiet, Susan Cain explores at length the characteristics of introverts that indeed makes it a privilege to be an introvert.

Very often an introvert is made to realize that the world is for outspoken extroverts who are risk taking and aggressive.

But after you read this book your entire perspective is sure to change.

This insight below is one such lessons that should make you proud if you are an introvert.

Read this link below to get enlightened on a similar insight:

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/introverts-vs-extroverts-as-leaders-choosing-the-right-context/

To know more about Susan Cain read this link:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Susan_Cain

November 1, 2024
Fall in LOVE with your PRESENT

Daily writing prompt
Is there an age or year of your life you would re-live?
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Why should you LOVE your PRESENT?

If at there is an age of my life I would re-live it would be the PRESENT. Falling in LOVE with your PRESENT is the best recipe for a fulfilling life.

In his book The Power of Now, Eckhart Tolle has motivated us to fall in love with our present. He has said that living in the present moment can lead to a transformational experience.

Read this insight from the book to know more:

More from the Power of Now

To get enlightened via another interesting post from his book, please read this insight:

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/being-present-can-be-your-transformation-tool-how/

Finally let me sign off by providing you some more details about the author Eckhart Tolle and his work.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eckhart_Tolle

November 1, 2024
Why is Power of Observation a key to Communication?

Power of Observation is a key to effective communication

In his book Supercommunicators, Charles Duhigg enlightens us on different techniques used by skilled communicators. Power of observation is one such technique and is key to effective communication.

Read this insight inspired this book explains how this special power is used by supercommunicators to effective communicate their messages.

Want to be a supercommunicator?

This book from Charles Duhigg is indeed a masterclass in communication. Read another such insightful post from the same book:

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/three-tips-for-effective-conflict-resolution/

Along with Power of Habit, Charles Duhigg is known for his great work. To know more about him visit this link:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Duhigg

October 31, 2024
THINK before you SPEAK

Why do SUPERCOMMUNICATORS think before they speak?

One very important criteria to be a supercommunicator is to think before you speak.

In this book Supercommunicators Charles Duhigg provides us many good tips for effective communication. One such wonderful tip to think before you speak has been mentioned below:

More from Supercommunicators

To read another such insightful post from the same book, please visit the following link:

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/who-are-the-best-listeners/

This book from Charles Duhigg is a true masterclass and I highly encourage you to grab a copy to sharpen your communication skills.

https://www.amazon.in/Supercommunicators-Unlock-Secret-Language-Connection-ebook/dp/B0C5QKJ8VP

To know more about the author click the below link:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Duhigg

October 26, 2024
Three Benefits of Regret as per Research

What does research say about Regret?

As per research regret when used in a proper manner can lead to wonderful results in our lives. Daniel Pink in his book The Power of Regret mentions three benefits of regret as per research.

What are the Three benefits?

Inspired from the same book, the following insight throws more light on these three benefits of regret as per research.

For another such wonderful insight on regret, please visit the following link:

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/how-is-portfolio-theory-relevant-to-human-emotions-as-well/

I am a huge fan of Daniel Pink. Visit this link to know more about the author and his wonderful books like Drive, A Whole New Mind, To sell is Human to name a few.

https://www.danpink.com

October 21, 2024
Why being in LOVE matters?

Being in Love helps

Do you believe that being in love matters? In his masterclass Man’s Search for Meaning, Viktor Frankl explains how being in love and longing to be with his wife and family gave him the strength to survive in the concentration camp.

Salvation of man is through love

Inspired from this book the insight highlights that salvation of man is indeed through love and in love. This is what can bring life back in any hopeless situation.

Being in love matters and gives a meaning in life

Like the way being in love helped Viktor Frankl find a meaning in life and helped him survive the brutal situation in the concentration camp, this feeling is innately human and indeed matters.

For more wonderful insights from this book visit:

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/logotherapy-is-key-to-a-meaningful-life/

Grab a copy of this wonderful book and get started to find a meaning in your life.

https://www.amazon.in/Mans-Search-Meaning-Viktor-Frankl/dp/1846041244/ref=asc_df_1846041244/?tag=googleshopdes-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=709881838753&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14879628213883431197&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9062077&hvtargid=pla-394582190534&psc=1&mcid=ed3736aed4e23d19afc70660ed2b81d4&gad_source=1

October 19, 2024
The State of NO MIND for Enlightenment

Daily writing prompt
What have you been putting off doing? Why?
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The State of NO MIND is very important to help us focus in order to arrive at enlightenment. This is something which I have been aiming to achieve but have been putting off doing for some time now.

In his book The Power of Now, the author Eckhart Tolle mentions about the concept of NO MIND. This he mentions is a very important state to help us focus on the present.

Immense amount of focus is needed to arrive at enlightenment for which the state of NO MIND becomes a pre-requisite.

This insight from the book The Power of Now is indeed very illuminating and helps us understand how to improve our focus.

Read another wonderful insight from The Power of Now:

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/what-does-satori-mean/

October 12, 2024
Theory of Nothingbutness and its harmful effects

Theory of Nothingbutness

In his book Man’s Search for Meaning the author Viktor Frankl enlightens us on the theory of NOTHINGBUTNESS. The prevalence of this theory in our lives is sometimes so huge that it comes in the way of finding a real meaning in our lives.

Read this insight on Nothingbutness inspired from the same book to understand how this can have harmful effects. Armed with this insight take the next step towards finding a new meaning in your life.

Have you found your true calling

Read another very insightful post from the same book that will inspire you to find a meaning in your life and lead your life with great amount of zeal and vitality.

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/most-inspirational-quote-for-a-meaningful-life/

Man’s Search for meaning is one of my most favorite books since it a book about hope and optimism. I encourage you to grab a copy and start reading to find a real meaning in your lives.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Man%27s_Search_for_Meaning

October 11, 2024
Human suffering versus behavior of gas

Wonderful perspective on Human Suffering

During his stay in the concentration camps in Auschwitz and Bavaria, Viktor Frankl found the meaning of life. His perspective on human suffering versus the behavior of gas is truly fascinating.

Have you noticed the similarity of human suffering versus behavior of gas?

Read this insight inspired from Viktor Frankl’s book Man’s Search for Meaning to understand a very different perspective on human suffering. Reading this insight would educate you not to allow it to dominate your thoughts for a healthy and meaningful life.

Why should you find the MEANING of your LIFE?

Viktor Frankl’s book Man’s search for Meaning is not merely a book. It is a practical illustration of man’s suffering and how hope and optimism can revive us from the most tragic of situations in life.

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/have-you-found-the-meaning-of-your-life/

To know more about the interesting concept of Logotherapy read this link:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Man%27s_Search_for_Meaning

October 10, 2024