Hi all,
"When you are inspired by some great purpose, some extraordinary project, all your thoughts break their bounds. Your mind transcends limitations, your consciousness expands in every direction, and you find yourself in a new, great and wonderful world. Dormant forces, faculties, and talents come alive, and you discover yourself to be a greater person by far than you ever dreamt yourself to be."
By Maharishi Patanjali in Yoga Sutra (500 B.C.)
When I read this, I got curious. Is there any way we can utilize this quote by Maharishi Patanjali in learning or training? Do share your views; I would like to hear from all of you in this regard. May this way I can make my teachers happy and proud. What say??
Cheers,
Archna
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115"When you are inspired by some great purpose, some extraordinary project, all your thoughts break their bounds. Your mind transcends limitations, your consciousness expands in every direction, and you find yourself in a new, great and wonderful world. Dormant forces, faculties, and talents come alive, and you discover yourself to be a greater person by far than you ever dreamt yourself to be."
By Maharishi Patanjali in Yoga Sutra (500 B.C.)
When I read this, I got curious. Is there any way we can utilize this quote by Maharishi Patanjali in learning or training? Do share your views; I would like to hear from all of you in this regard. May this way I can make my teachers happy and proud. What say??
Cheers,
Archna
From India, Delhi
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Hi,
What the Maharishi said is the universal truth of life expressed in words. Most of the fundamental theories, schools of thought, and practices are based on such similar universal truths and are already being used in learning, teaching, and training in one form or another.
Trainings like work-life balance, stress management, and SQ/EQ/HQ/IQ are all based on these fundamentals only and are a perfect fit in today's work and life situations. These packages (picked up and converted from ancient era fundamentals) are selling like hot cakes these days.
I want to add more but later... as I have to rush....
With best regards,
Alok Goel
From India, Bharat
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What the Maharishi said is the universal truth of life expressed in words. Most of the fundamental theories, schools of thought, and practices are based on such similar universal truths and are already being used in learning, teaching, and training in one form or another.
Trainings like work-life balance, stress management, and SQ/EQ/HQ/IQ are all based on these fundamentals only and are a perfect fit in today's work and life situations. These packages (picked up and converted from ancient era fundamentals) are selling like hot cakes these days.
I want to add more but later... as I have to rush....
With best regards,
Alok Goel
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Hi Parichay,
Thank you very much for the suggestion; I have already read that book. However, I brought up this question because I wanted all of us to share our thoughts openly and discuss it further. Many HR professionals can benefit from these kinds of discussions.
I look forward to hearing your views on this.
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Archna
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Thank you very much for the suggestion; I have already read that book. However, I brought up this question because I wanted all of us to share our thoughts openly and discuss it further. Many HR professionals can benefit from these kinds of discussions.
I look forward to hearing your views on this.
Cheers,
Archna
From India, Delhi
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Hello Prof. Lakshman,
It is so nice of you to share your views on this. I really want this forum to be the world's best, for a selfish reason i.e. I want HR to be equally taken into consideration for higher posts in an organization, which is still not there. I want people to think creatively about how different quotes can be utilized in HR or in our companies. Thanks a lot for adding your valuable inputs to my post.
Hi Alok,
Thank you for sharing your views. I would surely like to hear more from you on this topic. But make sure you do come back to this post and add something more for our knowledge.
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Archna
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It is so nice of you to share your views on this. I really want this forum to be the world's best, for a selfish reason i.e. I want HR to be equally taken into consideration for higher posts in an organization, which is still not there. I want people to think creatively about how different quotes can be utilized in HR or in our companies. Thanks a lot for adding your valuable inputs to my post.
Hi Alok,
Thank you for sharing your views. I would surely like to hear more from you on this topic. But make sure you do come back to this post and add something more for our knowledge.
Regards,
Archna
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Hi Rishi, HR freshers are known as HR babies. Generally this term is used for people who are studying HR or who are new in the profession. Cheers Archna
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Hi Rishi,
Actually, HR professionals are constantly in the learning process, and I am one of them. I truly appreciate Archana ma'am and Prof. Laxman for providing me with insights into another aspect of this field that was previously unknown to me.
Looking forward to learning more.
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Aanchal
From India, Mumbai
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Actually, HR professionals are constantly in the learning process, and I am one of them. I truly appreciate Archana ma'am and Prof. Laxman for providing me with insights into another aspect of this field that was previously unknown to me.
Looking forward to learning more.
Regards,
Aanchal
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Hi Aanchal and HR Colleagues,
Mentioning HR Babies as individuals who are in the learning process. When does the learning stop, or is it that after adding years to one's experience in the CV, one stops learning? Learning is a continual process. If that is the case, then I would love to be called an HR baby and continue to be called so even after decades. These are my personal views.
Although I firmly believe that the connotation with which the word "Baby" is used here is derogatory. If that is the case, then the oldest man in India should be the president. Just adding years to one's experience doesn't make him/her learned. After all, the most learned man also has passed through college.
This is completely off the topic, but I felt like airing my views.
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"HR Baby"
From India
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Mentioning HR Babies as individuals who are in the learning process. When does the learning stop, or is it that after adding years to one's experience in the CV, one stops learning? Learning is a continual process. If that is the case, then I would love to be called an HR baby and continue to be called so even after decades. These are my personal views.
Although I firmly believe that the connotation with which the word "Baby" is used here is derogatory. If that is the case, then the oldest man in India should be the president. Just adding years to one's experience doesn't make him/her learned. After all, the most learned man also has passed through college.
This is completely off the topic, but I felt like airing my views.
Regards,
"HR Baby"
From India
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Hi Rishi,
I agree with your point that learning is a continual process, and we all continue in an evolving cycle of learning, unlearning, and relearning. The term was just used to denote the identity of an HR fresher. I have just entered this HR world, pursuing my MBA in HR. So, I thought this is the first step for me. Before running the race, a person has to learn to balance and learn how to walk; then only can they run. These are my baby steps to run the HR pioneer race.
I hope you understand my point. 😄
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Aanchal
From India, Mumbai
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I agree with your point that learning is a continual process, and we all continue in an evolving cycle of learning, unlearning, and relearning. The term was just used to denote the identity of an HR fresher. I have just entered this HR world, pursuing my MBA in HR. So, I thought this is the first step for me. Before running the race, a person has to learn to balance and learn how to walk; then only can they run. These are my baby steps to run the HR pioneer race.
I hope you understand my point. 😄
Regards,
Aanchal
From India, Mumbai
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Hi Anchal,
I hope you are in the best of health!
I agree with you fully, and I must appreciate you for explaining this in such good words. No wonder we have our BAL SHRI winner baby HR here.
I missed you at the meeting yesterday. :)
Cheers,
Archna
From India, Delhi
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I hope you are in the best of health!
I agree with you fully, and I must appreciate you for explaining this in such good words. No wonder we have our BAL SHRI winner baby HR here.
I missed you at the meeting yesterday. :)
Cheers,
Archna
From India, Delhi
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Hi Archana,
That's a really profound topic to discuss. We, as humans, have the ability of countless intelligence and innovation, we just don't explore it. Some techniques suggested by the professor are very useful.
I would like to share my experience on this. When I have something that needs mental application, I take time out, sit on the issue for some time, and make an effort to gain a new perspective on the same issue. Out-of-the-box thinking is not like a click; it's not necessary for you to be struck by ideas. You need to cultivate your mind to do it. We are very prone to being in our comfort zones and taking the well-proven roads to do things.
A little risk-taking should be developed.
Rakhi
From India, Pune
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That's a really profound topic to discuss. We, as humans, have the ability of countless intelligence and innovation, we just don't explore it. Some techniques suggested by the professor are very useful.
I would like to share my experience on this. When I have something that needs mental application, I take time out, sit on the issue for some time, and make an effort to gain a new perspective on the same issue. Out-of-the-box thinking is not like a click; it's not necessary for you to be struck by ideas. You need to cultivate your mind to do it. We are very prone to being in our comfort zones and taking the well-proven roads to do things.
A little risk-taking should be developed.
Rakhi
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Thank you, Rakhi.
There are many things that these Maharishis and Lord Krishna have written, keeping in mind the future requirements. I think they predicted the future a long time ago, and that is why we are using excerpts and Shlokas from the GEETA, RAMAYANA, and the words of other people as well. I generally start my training programs and seminars with any of these quotes.
Thanks again. Cheers, Archana
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There are many things that these Maharishis and Lord Krishna have written, keeping in mind the future requirements. I think they predicted the future a long time ago, and that is why we are using excerpts and Shlokas from the GEETA, RAMAYANA, and the words of other people as well. I generally start my training programs and seminars with any of these quotes.
Thanks again. Cheers, Archana
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Hi Archna,
What a profound issue. No doubt we ourselves are unaware of what we are capable of doing. The human potential seeks no boundaries in any terms, be it in any aspects, situations, or capacities. Human power (both physical stamina and intellect) cannot be confined to boundaries.
Regarding the various views presented, of course, Prof. Laxman has indeed touched upon some great insights from the Vedic angle.
I'm also in the same boat as Anchal of being an 'HR baby.' I have chosen to explore this area of quantifying people's potential and performance, their attitudes, and behaviors. And I surely aspire to be in this race of 'HR pioneers.'
But I certainly see the 'HR profession' representation starting on the higher echelons of society. Now, every successful person is tagged with a people specialist first before their area of operation.
We HR people would surely make a mark that will be recognized with due respect in a big way.
Cheers to this initiative.
Regards,
Dheeraj
From India, Calcutta
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What a profound issue. No doubt we ourselves are unaware of what we are capable of doing. The human potential seeks no boundaries in any terms, be it in any aspects, situations, or capacities. Human power (both physical stamina and intellect) cannot be confined to boundaries.
Regarding the various views presented, of course, Prof. Laxman has indeed touched upon some great insights from the Vedic angle.
I'm also in the same boat as Anchal of being an 'HR baby.' I have chosen to explore this area of quantifying people's potential and performance, their attitudes, and behaviors. And I surely aspire to be in this race of 'HR pioneers.'
But I certainly see the 'HR profession' representation starting on the higher echelons of society. Now, every successful person is tagged with a people specialist first before their area of operation.
We HR people would surely make a mark that will be recognized with due respect in a big way.
Cheers to this initiative.
Regards,
Dheeraj
From India, Calcutta
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Hi Archana,
It's nice that you start your training sessions with these positive thoughts. Have you read any of Robin Sharma's books? His recent title "The Greatness Guide" is very good. The concepts in the book may seem obvious, but they are rarely implemented. A little focused effort can make a significant difference.
Rakhi
From India, Pune
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It's nice that you start your training sessions with these positive thoughts. Have you read any of Robin Sharma's books? His recent title "The Greatness Guide" is very good. The concepts in the book may seem obvious, but they are rarely implemented. A little focused effort can make a significant difference.
Rakhi
From India, Pune
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Hi Friends .. Just bcoz Robin Sharma name features too often .. here is smthing for everyone .. Njoi Dheeraj :lol:
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Hey Rakhi,
Thanks a lot. I have read some books by Robin Sharma, and I will surely read this one as well.
Hi Dheeraj,
I fully agree with you that Prof. Lakshman has added his valuable 'Vedic' contribution.
Really thankful to you for giving details about the books.
Cheers,
Archna
From India, Delhi
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Thanks a lot. I have read some books by Robin Sharma, and I will surely read this one as well.
Hi Dheeraj,
I fully agree with you that Prof. Lakshman has added his valuable 'Vedic' contribution.
Really thankful to you for giving details about the books.
Cheers,
Archna
From India, Delhi
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Hi!
What Maharishi said is true and very motivating, but the fact is that we are learning these things most of the time through interpretations by foreign authors. To substantiate the point further, I add the following embodiments:
There is a need to delve deep into an untouched area regarding how HRM concepts and culture-building practices were widely prevalent in ancient India. Indians were truly the precursors and founding fathers of all management principles and practices labeled as 'Modern Management' by Western countries. Chanakya was the world's first management guru long before Peter F. Drucker, Lord Krishna was an example of the world's best leader, and Vidur was the greatest strategist. However, very little work has been done on the management aspects of these great Indian masters.
The need of the hour is to study and systematically translate these ancient theoretical and academic findings into relevant and practical managerial applications, similar to what is being done by foreigners. Kautilya's 'Arthashastra,' Lord Krishna's 'Geeta,' and the theories of kings Vikramaditya and Agrasen have been adopted by Western masters in the form of 'Modern Management.'
In yet another embodiment: SWOT analysis (9.1.1); Corporate governance (1.19.34); Handling employees; selection of employees; and theories of Motivation - Sama (counseling), Dana (offering gifts), Danda (punishments), Bheda (creating a split) (1.5.4-5); wealth creation (9.4.26); role of a consultant (1.15.2, 35, 40); and information (1.15.20-21) are concepts we are using in the name of modern management that are actually derived from Chanakya's Arthashastra and niti, as evident by the shloka/sukti numbers mentioned within brackets.
Similarly, the concepts derived by the so-called Drucker, Kotler, and Robbins are well mentioned in the Geeta and other Upanishads.
I want to add more but will do so another time as I am getting sleepy.
Best regards,
Alok Goel
NB - The views expressed are my personal views only without any disregard to any authority/person/entity.
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What Maharishi said is true and very motivating, but the fact is that we are learning these things most of the time through interpretations by foreign authors. To substantiate the point further, I add the following embodiments:
There is a need to delve deep into an untouched area regarding how HRM concepts and culture-building practices were widely prevalent in ancient India. Indians were truly the precursors and founding fathers of all management principles and practices labeled as 'Modern Management' by Western countries. Chanakya was the world's first management guru long before Peter F. Drucker, Lord Krishna was an example of the world's best leader, and Vidur was the greatest strategist. However, very little work has been done on the management aspects of these great Indian masters.
The need of the hour is to study and systematically translate these ancient theoretical and academic findings into relevant and practical managerial applications, similar to what is being done by foreigners. Kautilya's 'Arthashastra,' Lord Krishna's 'Geeta,' and the theories of kings Vikramaditya and Agrasen have been adopted by Western masters in the form of 'Modern Management.'
In yet another embodiment: SWOT analysis (9.1.1); Corporate governance (1.19.34); Handling employees; selection of employees; and theories of Motivation - Sama (counseling), Dana (offering gifts), Danda (punishments), Bheda (creating a split) (1.5.4-5); wealth creation (9.4.26); role of a consultant (1.15.2, 35, 40); and information (1.15.20-21) are concepts we are using in the name of modern management that are actually derived from Chanakya's Arthashastra and niti, as evident by the shloka/sukti numbers mentioned within brackets.
Similarly, the concepts derived by the so-called Drucker, Kotler, and Robbins are well mentioned in the Geeta and other Upanishads.
I want to add more but will do so another time as I am getting sleepy.
Best regards,
Alok Goel
NB - The views expressed are my personal views only without any disregard to any authority/person/entity.
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Adding to what Prof. Lakshmanan was saying, as long as the ego exists, there would be differences. Once the ego dies and we start seeing the universal Self in everyone, peace will reign. Though this thought is out of proportion, it's nice to know this.
We can talk about all meditation (TM) and other stuff, but it is not difficult to practice as everyone gives as a reason to do. Start realizing the Self in you; it would help you to open your eyes and see the self in other people.
No book can make us spiritualists because we are spiritualist people. Our mind covers the truth and makes us believe the fact. Remember, truth overtakes fact.
~Raghav
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We can talk about all meditation (TM) and other stuff, but it is not difficult to practice as everyone gives as a reason to do. Start realizing the Self in you; it would help you to open your eyes and see the self in other people.
No book can make us spiritualists because we are spiritualist people. Our mind covers the truth and makes us believe the fact. Remember, truth overtakes fact.
~Raghav
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Dear All,
The excerpt by Archana is excellent. In fact, we can gain more knowledge on management strategies from Arthashastra. Besides that, if we need to bring the excerpt given in this context into reality, we need to make a personal change within ourselves, and our perception about things should change.
This can be brought into practice by using small hoardings in the office canteen and office gardens. This not only motivates the employee but also instills a positive attitude in the person who wants to be retained in the company and is facing challenges in his department.
I think this is a cultural change that has to happen through enormous advertisement within the company and having ownership in their projects.
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SK.
From India
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The excerpt by Archana is excellent. In fact, we can gain more knowledge on management strategies from Arthashastra. Besides that, if we need to bring the excerpt given in this context into reality, we need to make a personal change within ourselves, and our perception about things should change.
This can be brought into practice by using small hoardings in the office canteen and office gardens. This not only motivates the employee but also instills a positive attitude in the person who wants to be retained in the company and is facing challenges in his department.
I think this is a cultural change that has to happen through enormous advertisement within the company and having ownership in their projects.
Regards,
SK.
From India
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Hi SK,
Thank you for appreciating my efforts. I really like the idea of putting up hoardings of such quotes in the office to motivate everyone or at least bring about some changes in attitude, even if just by one percent. Thanks for the idea; I have started looking for quotes/shlokas to be printed in the office.
Cheers,
Archna
From India, Delhi
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Thank you for appreciating my efforts. I really like the idea of putting up hoardings of such quotes in the office to motivate everyone or at least bring about some changes in attitude, even if just by one percent. Thanks for the idea; I have started looking for quotes/shlokas to be printed in the office.
Cheers,
Archna
From India, Delhi
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Hi Archana,
You can get these quotes set as screensavers/wallpapers on employees' computers or have them printed on coffee mugs, and more.
Another option is to start a forum on your intranet catering to all kinds of inspiring and healthy soul-exchanging knowledge.
Regards,
Dheeraj 💡
From India, Calcutta
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You can get these quotes set as screensavers/wallpapers on employees' computers or have them printed on coffee mugs, and more.
Another option is to start a forum on your intranet catering to all kinds of inspiring and healthy soul-exchanging knowledge.
Regards,
Dheeraj 💡
From India, Calcutta
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Hello Archana,
Good to see your post, which aims to serve a purpose for a lot of people.
Basically, for any job, assignment, or action, the mind is the base. Once the mind is set, it provides the necessary driving force to face any challenge.
I read in a book:
1. About 50 years ago, during a press conference, a question was posed to a US President.
Question: What is your dream now?
The President answered: "I want a human being to go to the Moon, and they should be from our country."
The press people replied: "Foolish dream that cannot see the light." But what happened later, the world knows.
2. A man at the age of 20 declared that he wanted to change the world.
He failed when he was 30.
Then he announced he wanted to change his country, and at the age of 40, he realized his failure.
He said he at least wanted to change his relatives, friends, and society, but he could not, and he was 50.
Then he thought to change at least his family, but once again he failed, and he was 60.
He tried to change himself but failed.
He then realized that had he tried to change himself first at the age of 20, perhaps he could have succeeded in all his efforts.
So, know yourself first.
Best wishes,
Senthil Raj
From Costa Rica, San José
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Good to see your post, which aims to serve a purpose for a lot of people.
Basically, for any job, assignment, or action, the mind is the base. Once the mind is set, it provides the necessary driving force to face any challenge.
I read in a book:
1. About 50 years ago, during a press conference, a question was posed to a US President.
Question: What is your dream now?
The President answered: "I want a human being to go to the Moon, and they should be from our country."
The press people replied: "Foolish dream that cannot see the light." But what happened later, the world knows.
2. A man at the age of 20 declared that he wanted to change the world.
He failed when he was 30.
Then he announced he wanted to change his country, and at the age of 40, he realized his failure.
He said he at least wanted to change his relatives, friends, and society, but he could not, and he was 50.
Then he thought to change at least his family, but once again he failed, and he was 60.
He tried to change himself but failed.
He then realized that had he tried to change himself first at the age of 20, perhaps he could have succeeded in all his efforts.
So, know yourself first.
Best wishes,
Senthil Raj
From Costa Rica, San José
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Wonderful Senthil. I truly agree with you that we first need to change ourself and then expect from others. Both the stories are amazing and teach a lesson.
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Hello Archana,
Thank you for your appreciation. Just to add, one more incident: A man/woman went to a shop with an exclusive offer of AFFECTION - LOVE - FRIENDSHIP - HAPPINESS - PEACE - etc. They took everything and came to make the payment. The shopkeeper said, "NO PAYMENT PLEASE, ALREADY GOD HAS PAID FOR EVERYTHING, AND YOU ARE COMING LATE TO TAKE ALL THESE THINGS."
Best wishes,
Senthil Raj
From Costa Rica, San José
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Thank you for your appreciation. Just to add, one more incident: A man/woman went to a shop with an exclusive offer of AFFECTION - LOVE - FRIENDSHIP - HAPPINESS - PEACE - etc. They took everything and came to make the payment. The shopkeeper said, "NO PAYMENT PLEASE, ALREADY GOD HAS PAID FOR EVERYTHING, AND YOU ARE COMING LATE TO TAKE ALL THESE THINGS."
Best wishes,
Senthil Raj
From Costa Rica, San José
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Hi Senthil, First of all, The spelling is Archna. :D Once again it is a wonderful story. I hope we all can find the shop where all this are available. Cheers Archna
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Hola Intellex!
Some great thoughts here. Archna ma'am, even we in our class do the exercise of putting up quotes on the stick board. It is useful.
Sentill... nice incidental and inspirational humor! 😉
Regards, Aanchal
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Some great thoughts here. Archna ma'am, even we in our class do the exercise of putting up quotes on the stick board. It is useful.
Sentill... nice incidental and inspirational humor! 😉
Regards, Aanchal
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Hello Prof. Lakshman,
Thank you a lot for offering this link; I would really appreciate that. Kindly send me the link. I don't know how I will ever return this gratitude. Learning, I believe, is an ongoing process; I will surely learn and upgrade my knowledge with this link. Thank you once again.
ARchna
From India, Delhi
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Thank you a lot for offering this link; I would really appreciate that. Kindly send me the link. I don't know how I will ever return this gratitude. Learning, I believe, is an ongoing process; I will surely learn and upgrade my knowledge with this link. Thank you once again.
ARchna
From India, Delhi
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