The word “Assembly” means “a group of people gathered in one place for a common purpose.” Therefore ‘assembly’ is not just a gathering it is a gathering for a ‘common purpose’ and the common purpose is to “educate” the young minds. The school assembly is conducted every day with a view to commence the process…
“If you can’t explain it simply, you don’t understand it well enough,” We know that these words came from Albert Einstein. ‘Understanding’ is the integral part of learning and without it; one cannot “apply” what is learned. But, for explaining what is understood, one often requires more than understanding. For example, the one who is weak in…
Yoga and Meditation The Sanskrit word “Yuj” is the root from where the expression, “Yoga” was originated. “Yuj” literally means, “to integrate.” Though the ultimate goal of Yoga is “Moksha” (Originated from “Mohakshya”: Moha=desires + Kshaya=decay, cession, etc) or “liberation,” the entire “framework” of Yoga “integrates” the mind, body and soul when practiced. Therefore, in…
It is our ability “to be useful” that makes us “sustain” and “wanted” in this world. If one is useful, he is wanted by his friends, employers, society, family and the world. On the other hand if one is of “no use,” nobody would want him and he would cease to sustain. Throughout his life,…
Life is said to be the best teacher anyone can have because what it teaches are all “practicals” and not theories! When we learn from theories, there is a possibility that we may forget few of them. But all those things we have learned by practicing are still lying embedded in our heart like the…
Life means “action” and that which acts invariably “cause an effect” or effects; good or bad, right or wrong, superior or inferior, appropriate or inappropriate. Karma can be translated as “Actions” which we do in our day to day life. “Every action has an equal and opposite reaction,” said Sir Isaac…
The English word, “Counsellor” was first used in 13 century and it has roots in the French expression “consigliere.” Its meaning is “One who gives counsel or advice.” Now, if one checks dictionary for the meaning of the word “Advice,” it is “guidance or recommendations offered with regard to a prudent action!” Therefore, if counselling…
