Combat Fear

Fear is a raw emotion that all of us experience from the early stages of our life; a baby fears darkness, fears strange people, Later on, we fear not meeting expectations of family and friends, fear of not able to perform at work, even things as basic as medical treatment and driving after meeting with an accident.

I was just reading ‘Paths of glory’ the other day, there arises an instance, where the mountaineer suffers a bad fall and his guide suspects that he might not want to go back to climbing ever again. A bad experience and the feeling that we may fail is enough to create a mind-block for the rest of our lives! The trick comes in accepting things, and once we accept, the strength will come from within.

1. Face fear, do not postpone things. If you have to do it and there’s no escape, you might as well do it. At least you will be free from it, awareness of fear is half the battle won!


2. Think long-term. Once the treatment is done, how are you going to feel! Once you are able to accomplish what you have set up yourself for, how you are going to feel.


3. Talk about your fear, to someone who you think will understand. It also helps to talk to a complete stranger at times. Talking helps to see some of the things about the issue that we do not understand when our thoughts are confined to ourselves!


4. If you think that things are screwed up, start all over. “Failure is the pillar to success”, clichéd but true!


5. Pray/Meditate. Faith enhances inner strength; it helps the mind to concentrate on something else other than the object of fear and ultimately heals.

Building Relationships for Sustainability

S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research is organizing a two-day workshop on Team-effectiveness, Performance appraisal, HR tasks for NGO leaders and other functionaries.
The details are here as follows:
http://www.spjimr.org/event_interactive_workshop.asp

Five things to do before you go to bed

I face a lot of difficulty getting up in the morning and over the years I have figured out that I am not an early riser. Yet, the chores in the morning have to be done and reaching office late is also an option. I arrived a few quick practices over the years that help me to tide through the morning.

1. Lay down your clothes & the accessories that you are going to wear tomorrow.
2. Make a mental note of the breakfast or the lunch that needs to be made, no time wasted for thinking in the morning.
3. Wash the dishes, keep the kitchen clean; clean the clutter in the house. A clean house can be a great motivator in the morning.
4. Make a quick to-do list for the next day, this ensures that if any bills need to be paid or any paper needs to be carried that are all ready.
5. Set the alarm accordingly, and keep it out of reach!

These made a huge difference to me, hoping it does the same to you!

Inner Katha - The Story Within

We are happy to share with you that we are conducting a one day workshop for self empowerment and personal effectiveness in April 2009 at Hyderabad.

In our daily lives, we are constantly faced with struggles and challenges. While fighting the external struggles, we tend to ignore our inner struggles and conflicts. While listening to the world, we more than often forget to listen to ourselves. While resolving the problems we face at our work or in our personal relationships, we forget there is a silent relationship we share with our selves.

Deep within us there is a world of suppressed fears, pain and inner conflict.
This affects are mental and emotional heath considerably and results in high levels of stress and physical ailments

This workshop ascribes to the journey inwards…………
In eastern philosophy, it is believed to manage our environment; we have to first manage ourselves, our inner world.
India is bestowed with rich culture, heritage and ancient wisdom. Using tools inspired from natyashastra, performing arts, archetypes and symbols from culture and mythology, the participants will explore their hidden selves and realize the immense potential that lies within.
The potential to resolve, achieve and be happy.

The Process:
Process work that creates an awareness of our mental barriers, it’s a tool of self-transformation and exploration. With the aim to increase awareness of our thoughts and emotions; to deepen our capacity to connect with others and ourselves and to use the power of potential to improve our life experience.

Techniques:

• Creative visualization (using archetypes, symbols from Indian culture and mythology)


• Form, dance and movement


• Use of poetry and music


• Use of props and theatre improvisation


• Thought/emotional balance using Navarasa approach

Benefits

• A deeper understanding of self


• How to break barriers of fear, frustration and failure


• How to expand your life experience on a daily basis.


• How to fight negative thoughts and feelings.


• How to tap potential and inner joy


• Cross culture adaption


• How to enhance personal effectiveness at work , relationships and the external environment

For whom
This workshop has been designed for women who have multiple Priorities & Responsibilities at Home, at Work, in Community.

About the Trainer:
Mishti V Thapar: Over 10 years of experience in Theatre and diversified media portfolio across, Television, Print and Music entertainment sector.

She studied marketing management from NMIMS, and has a PG specialization in communications, with a focus on TV and Film productionWearing many hats, she has worked as a marketing professional, theatre director & writer, entrepreneur and art aggregator. She has worked with legendary names such as Tom Alter, Mrinalini Sarabhai, Saira Banu and Nadira Zaheer Babbar among others and in reputed organizations such as The Times of India & RPG Saregama.

Her fundamental belief is that the powerful medium of theatre is beyond the four walls of an auditorium. Taking this thought forward, she used alternative theatre spaces, doing innovative supper theatre productions & theatre festivals, integrating elements of mime, mental magic and audience participation.As an art aggregator, and founder of LA'llegro Productions, she also combined theatre with brand communication, using theatre as a medium for promotions and lifestyle events. She has done several niche theatre festivals & lifestyle events. She has taken the healing power of theatre & performing arts to a new dimension. Integrating performing arts and experiential methodology with soft skill training. Training on various behavioral aspects, such as stress and conflict management, assertiveness, team player, breaking barriers, personal effectiveness using navrasa and objective listening among others.

This is a one day workshop
Workshop details:
Venue : Wisper Valley, Walden Club House, Road # 78 Jubilee Hills, Near Judges Colony.
Date : 25 April 2009 Saturday
Timing : 10.30 am to 6.00 pm
Investment : Rs.5000/- Group Discounts please enquire.
Call : Pradheep Nama 98850 22158 for queries and registrations.
Limited Seats: So please Hurry. Registrations on First Come First Served basis.

Beat Inferiority Complex at Work

Often we come across friends & colleagues, who have migrated between industries/departments involving change in the nature of work, after having a few years of work experience. They suddenly find themselves to be senior yet, not an expert in the new field, which generate a sense of insecurity. There also arises scenario when an employee is bullied and made to feel small by peers or seniors and he finds himself sinking, while starting to believe he is not good.

All these generate a feeling of inferiority complex, displaying some of the symptoms like:

• Refuse to take ownership at work


• Perceive constructive criticism as personal attack


• Fish for compliments


• Extremely critical about self and a tendency to blame peers


• Avoid speaking in team meetings & other public form

I have myself been through phases such as these and I have also learned to overcome such mental state. Though it is not easy, living with it is more painful. These are a few things that can help you get rid of inferiority complex that takes over us:

• Start believing in yourself. Convince yourself that you are good, capable and confident before you start convincing others.


• Discover your strengths. If you dislike your present job-profile, then you are neither doing justice to yourself nor to the job. Summon the courage to follow your heart’s desire.


• Master the skill-set. If the job has to be done and there’s no escape from it, then better be good at it. Knowledge brings out self-confidence.


• Avoid Negative vibes. Stay away from people who spread negativity, if it is not possible, refrain from displaying you insecurity to such people


• Love yourself! Dress with care, outward appearance boosts inner confidence; and that is reflected in our behavior.

Never forget what Eleanor Roosevelt said…
“No one can make you feel inferior without your consent”