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Inspired by Optimism
Daily writing prompt
Who was your most influential teacher? Why?
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If I were to name a person who has most positively impacted my life it would be Simon Sinek. I have been highly inspired by his work around the following three aspects.
1. Leadership and fulfillment -> He is the one who has started a movement to ensure everyone comes home fulfilled by the work they do in office since all of us have a right to be fulfilled.
2. Optimism is the single most important human emotion that no longer enhances our longevity but improves our immune system as well.

3. Infinite mindset -> His work in encouraging each of us develop an infinite mindset to face the challenges of life is indeed very inspiring.

Some more points to inspire you with optimism are as follows:

I would highly encourage you all to learn more about his work to feel inspired and motivated:

https://simonsinek.com

Read this blog post to know why I am a big fan of Simon.

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/how-has-simon-sinek-inspired-me/

Like me if you are searching for inspiration and motivation look no further.
March 22, 2026
Optimism leads to Confidence

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Who is the most confident person you know?
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The ability to remain optimistic at all times is a very special ability that very few possess. Optimism leads to confidence and hence the most confident person I know who keeps inspiring me through his work is Simon Sinek.

Simon’s work on the merits of optimistic thinking is inspiring to the core. From his work I have come to know that adopting such a positive mindset can even lead to a better immune system and a progressive mindset.

When we think optimistically we focus on the present moment and grow in confidence. The following insights are inspiring to the core:

To know more about the Sweet Spot of Confidence read this insight inspired from Adam Grant.

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/sweet-spot-of-confidence/

March 16, 2026
Leadership is like Parenting

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What is the last thing you learned?
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How is Leadership like Parenting?

The last thing on great leadership I have learnt is that leadership is like parenting. Let’s explore more.

Simon Sinek has done extensive work on this topic via his experience with US Navy Seals, great leaders and has come up with this wonderful metaphor.

Great leaders back their team and encourage them to do their best. This is very similar to how we as parents support our kids to give off their best.

For another insight on the same topic, please visit:

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/extending-parenting-to-leadership-2/

Visit this link to to view the video around the same topic:

https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=497155764483613

March 7, 2026
Welcome your Infinite Minded self

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You’re writing your autobiography. What’s your opening sentence?
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If I were to write my own autobiography it would surely inspire you to welcome your infinite minded self.

The very fact that life is an infinite game and there are no merits in finite mindedness has been beautifully explained by Simon Sinek in his book The Infinite Game.

An infinite minded individual does not focus on trifles, strives to be a better version everyday without comparing with others.

The moment we develop this mindset we realize the benefits of thinking about long term benefits than short term dopamine driven gains.

The example of the gardener is an apt example of this mindset, which I encourage you all to develop for a fulfilled life.

For another insight around this same topic, please read this blog post:

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/lead-life-with-infinite-mindset/

If you have not already read this book, encourage you to grab a copy of The Infinite Game today:

https://simonsinek.com/podcast/episodes/the-infinite-game-with-dr-james-carse/?utm_term=&utm_campaign=&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=6968735945&hsa_cam=22203731911&hsa_grp=&hsa_ad=&hsa_src=x&hsa_tgt=&hsa_kw=&hsa_mt=&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22203735358&gbraid=0AAAAAojL0Xts6W6FEdqhIW768q8zn_Yae&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIrvPc3OSFkwMVyaNmAh2T0TgjEAAYASAAEgKRcPD_BwE

March 4, 2026
Fearlessly take the Risk of Optimism

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What’s the thing you’re most scared to do? What would it take to get you to do it?
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Fearlessly take the Risk of Optimism and see the benefits it brings in your life. This blog post elaborates on the same.

I have been highly influenced by the work of Simon Sinek around the topic of optimism.

According to him the primary ingredient of progress is the unwavering belief that the future is bright.

This and having faith in God that something good will happen is necessary for a fulfilling life free of anxiety and stress.

Research proves that when we are positive about life, the brain functions in a positive manner at the expectation of a reward. This is similar to a dosage of morphine.

Hence adopting feeling is scary at the start but something we should never shed moving forward in life.

For another insightful post around the same topic, please visit this link:

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/go-shop-for-optimism/

To know about Simon Sinek’s work on this topic, visit the following link:

https://simonsinek.com/

January 31, 2026
Complain less Contribute More

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What do you complain about the most?
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Life becomes a better place to live in when we complain less and contribute more.

We complain in a state when we are not prepared to take ownership for any shortcomings that we see. This leads to a proliferation of such complaints and never any fruitful solution.

As Simon Sinek aptly mentions in this quote instead of cribbing we need to contribute and bring about the change we want to see in the world.

This not only leads to more fulfillment but makes our lives much better.

For another wonderful insight from Simon Sinek, please visit this link:

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/why-should-you-carefully-choose-your-mentor/

To know more about Simon Sinek and his work, please visit this link:

https://simonsinek.com/product/the-art-of-presenting/?utm_term=&utm_campaign=&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=6968735945&hsa_cam=22203731911&hsa_grp=&hsa_ad=&hsa_src=x&hsa_tgt=&hsa_kw=&hsa_mt=&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22203735358&gbraid=0AAAAAojL0XuO4O6sBmAONZa5cQs50sWq9&gclid=Cj0KCQiAvtzLBhCPARIsALwhxdoxMEENRHfLXeBhSXr7xR81w7LJ_378QLi0vvPOmyXmrrxkNGP37OIaAhZHEALw_wcB

January 26, 2026
Lead life with Infinite Mindset

Need of adopting an Infinite Mindset

One thing which I have started doing differently is constantly making an effort to lead life with an infinite mindset.

Adoption of such a mindset makes us forget about competition and helps us focus on making ourselves a better version by the day.

Simon Sinek’s book The Infinite Game, enlightens us on the need to approach the game of life with such a mindset. He argues that winning does not matter in life or business, our goal should be to keep playing the game of life with an abundance mentality.

For another insightful post around the same topic, please visit this link:

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/adopt-the-infinite-mindset-for-life/

To know more about Simon Sinek’s work around the same topic, please visit this link:

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

January 7, 2026
Shift to an Infinite Mindset
Why should you shift to an Infinite Mindset?

The primary thing I am working on is to shift to an infinite mindset. This would me be purpose driven rather than pleasure driven.

In his book The Infinite Game, Simon Sinek had introduced this concept wherein he encourages us to think of bettering ourselves by the day instead of comparing with others.

This is the single most important skill needed to keep playing the game of life or business.

The five key principles that define adoption of an infinite mindset have been highlighted below:
1. Advance a Just CAUSE which acts as a GUIDING STAR for motivating ourselves.
2. Constant endeavor to build trust at home and workplace wherein people feel psychologically safe in our company
3. Respect , study and be prepared to learn from Worthy Rivals to keep playing the infinite game more effectively
4. Avoid complacency & Prepare for Existential Flex which is run time disruption at a time things are going well. This helps us course correct as needed.
5. Demonstrate the Courage to Lead
For another similar insight around the same topic, please visit this link:

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/adopt-the-infinite-mindset-for-life/

To know more about the book of Simon Sinek, please grab a copy now:

https://www.amazon.in/Infinite-Game-Simon-Sinek/dp/0241295599
October 19, 2025
Adopt the Principles of Infinite Mindset

Why should you adopt the principles of Infinite mindset?

If you adopt the principles of infinite mindset your life is going to take a turn for the better. This is the biggest lesson I have learnt ever since I have read The Infinite Game from Simon Sinek.

To adopt such a mindset you need to thing about long term benefits and sacrifice dopamine driven short term gains.

These principles will help you focus on long term continuous improvement rather than short term wins.

The goal is to stay in the game as long as possible by perpetuating a mission that is bigger than any one person or generation, not to win against competitors.

For another such insightful post around the same topic, please visit this link:

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/the-gift-of-infinite-mindset/

To know more about Simon Sinek and his work, please visit this link:

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

October 13, 2025
Best Advice to Millennials
The best piece of advice to Millennials and Gen Z

The best piece of advice I have ever heard and would like to pass on to Millennials is mentioned below.

My teenage was much different from that of modern day millennials. There are these two things which are driving modern day millennials crazy:
1. Instant gratification – Through channels such as Amazon wherein you instantly get what you want. The absence of instant gratification leads to feeling of anxiety and stress. PATIENCE is the KEY.
2. Addiction to social media – The fear of missing out forces these millennials to seek a dopamine shot through Likes and Shares on social media platforms. JUDICIOUS use of SOCIAL MEDIA is the KEY.
Unfulfilled needs due to 1 and 2 lead to feeling of anxiety, depression and even suicidal cases in modern day millennials.

Nothing highlights this better than the following Simon Sinek quote:

For a similar insightful post please visit this link:

https://viewpointsunplugged.com/social-media-addiction-versus-alcoholism/

To know more about Simon Sinek and his work, please visit the link below:

https://simonsinek.com
September 22, 2025