Practice Mindfulness to Beat COVID-19

“COVID-19 pandemic doesn’t discriminate humans based on community or status. It can infect anybody irrespective of communities and status.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

Humans were into rat race chasing for insignificant things by ignoring the significant things. They were chasing something by ignoring their wellness. They searched for stones by leaving gems at home. The COVID-19 pandemic has applied a brake to them to go slow and understand life, purpose, and meaning. The virus has enlightened them to emphasize mindfulness. It grounded humans and emphasized humility. It connected all humans into one platform and emphasized humanity. It encouraged them to emphasize hope. In a nutshell, COVID-19 emphasized humility, humanity, and hope.

Coronavirus has taught to the humans the lessons on humility, humanity, and hope. It helped them unlock the hidden human power to beat the virus. Thanks to the virus that humans believed in their inner powers and strengths. It helped them to remain calm and composed and search for meaning for life.

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“Machines cannot outsmart humans because humans are blessed with creativity and the power of imagination.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

“Machines cannot outsmart humans because humans are blessed with creativity and the power of imagination.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

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“Machines are always puppets in the hands of humans because machines cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

“Machines are always puppets in the hands of humans because machines cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

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“I am grateful to God because He gave me solutions for the problems He created to me.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

“I am grateful to God because He gave me solutions for the problems He created to me.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

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“I was unsuccessful because of rogue relatives but I am successful because of good friends. For me, friendship is thicker than blood.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

“I was unsuccessful because of rogue relatives but I am successful because of good friends. For me, friendship is thicker than blood.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

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“I was betrayed by my siblings and rogue relatives but rescued by my friends. I bounced back from my failures due to the love and affection of my students. I owe a lot to my students.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

“I was betrayed by my siblings and rogue relatives but rescued by my friends. I bounced back from my failures due to the love and affection of my students. I owe a lot to my students.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

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“An integrated and coordinated effort from all stakeholders including educators, students, institutions, parents, nonprofits, and the government is essential to ensure that the future of world education is bright.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

“An integrated and coordinated effort from all stakeholders including educators, students, institutions, parents, nonprofits, and the government is essential to ensure that the future of world education is bright.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

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“Students must love learning, teachers must love teaching, and parents must love nurturing to groom students as global leaders.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

“Students must love learning, teachers must love teaching, and parents must love nurturing to groom students as global leaders.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

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“I enjoy identifying the talents of my students, elevating, encouraging, and cultivating them.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

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"God offers everything on a platter to the fools but throws challenges to the intelligent because fools cannot face challenges while intelligent can overcome them successfully." ―Professor M.S. Rao

"God offers everything on a platter to the fools but throws challenges to the intelligent because fools cannot face challenges while intelligent can overcome them successfully." ―Professor M.S. Rao

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“If you want to leave your mark, identify the challenges of the future, shortlist one challenge you are passionate about, and invent innovative and simple solutions to solve it.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

“If you want to leave your mark, identify the challenges of the future, shortlist one challenge you are passionate about, and invent innovative and simple solutions to solve it.”  ―Professor M.S. Rao

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“Life is all about packaging and presenting in a positive way to inspire others. There are people who rose from the mud like the lotus. Let us look at the lotus, not the mud. Similarly, let us look at the opportunities, not the problems.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

“Life is all about packaging and presenting in a positive way to inspire others. There are people who rose from the mud like the lotus. Let us look at the lotus, not the mud. Similarly, let us look at the opportunities, not the problems.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

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Sushant Singh Rajput

"I have pretty thick skin, and I think if you're going to be in this business if you're going to be an actor or a writer, you better have a thick skin.” ―John Irving

For more than a moth, the social media in India is bombarded with loads of negativity and spreading venom among others especially after the death of Indian actor, Sushant Singh Rajput.

Celebrities must not wash their dirty linen in public places. They must exercise restraint. They must not use social media for short-term fame or settle their personal scores in public places. They must note that everyone has a hidden story.

Democracy gives freedom of expression but there is a method to express opinions or disagree or criticize others. Taking advantage of the dead actor does no good for them or others. They must care for the struggling actors and prevent them from going to the Sushant Rajput way.   

Celebrities must stop mud-slinging. This world is meant for thick-skinned people. The aspiring actors or struggling stars must explore opportunities instead of blaming others. They must have the steel of nerves to become a celebrity. There is no free lunch in this world. Everything comes at a price. When things go well, anyone can be at the helm whereas when things go wrong the real potential and leadership come to the fore. Therefore, aspiring actors must improve their mindset. They must stop blaming or scapegoating others. They must be part of the solution, not the problem. They must stop taking advantage of dead people and stop playing politics on dead people.

The so-called outsiders will become insiders one day when they prove and establish themselves. After they become insiders they are likely to promote their children in the same profession. The nepotism and favoritism exist in all areas and especially in India. Remember, talent gets recognized ultimately. The cream is meant for coming up. This is the universal truth. The audience will identify the talent and support them. When you look at Kangana Ranaut, she is a talented actress who rose in the Bollywood with her own potential and performance despite odds that were stacked against her. She is a self-made actress and an inspiration for other aspiring actors and actresses.

Life is very short and let us make it sweet. We have come to this world for a short duration. Therefore, let us make it pleasant for ourselves and others. It helps us depart from this world without any regrets on the death-bed. Fame is shortlisted. The fresh water will always replace the old water. New talent will replace old talent. It is the law of nature. Let us understand these facts and live our lives with dignity and honor.

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Leadership Lessons from Mehmed II, the Ottoman Emperor

“Either I conquer Istanbul or Istanbul conquers me.” ―Mehmed the Conqueror

During the global lockdown, I enjoyed watching the episodes of ‘Rise of Empires: Ottoman’ on Netflix. There are several lessons the present leaders must learn especially from Mehmed II, the Ottoman emperor.

Mehmed II was born on 30 March 1432. He was inspired by Alexander the Great. He was an intellectual who spoke several languages including Persian, Arabic, Greek, and Italian. He was a military genius. He had strategic thinking and effective PR. He was ambitious to build a multi-ethnic society. He was a great orator and knew how to motivate his people. He adopted unorthodox strategies, tactics, and tools to achieve the impossible―conquering Constantinople (today named Istanbul). He had advanced technology in those days. He attacked his enemies with massive cannonballs to pound the walls during the Constantinople conquest. He understood his people and enemies well and fought the battle accordingly. He fought the battle ferociously. He was persistent when odds were stacked against him. He had rivals within his army including Çandarlı Halil Paşa. He was aware that his daring attempt would cost his life and throne. His leadership gamble paid off finally. He conquered Constantinople on May 29, 1453 at the age of 21. He was poisoned to death on May 3, 1481. He died at the age of 49 years.

Leadership Lessons from the Ottoman emperor

“In order to see the boundaries of the probabilities, need to try impossible.” ―Mehmed the Conqueror

Here are some leadership lessons from the Ottoman emperor. Explore ways and means to win the battle even when the odds are stacked against you with different strategies, tactics, and techniques. Take feedback from reliable sources, and change your tactics accordingly. Be secretive. Be positive. Be persistent. Be patient.

Mehmed the Conqueror was a legendary Ottoman emperor who turned his scars into stars and left a great legacy. A leader should have wisdom, strategy, instinct, and loyal people to succeed. To conclude, understand your people, understand your competitors, and communicate with your stakeholders clearly to succeed as a great leader.   

“Tell your emperor; Where my power has reached, Emperor's dreams cannot reach!” ―Mehmed the Conqueror

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“You must have a clear vision and work hard to climb the ladder of success. Vision is the bridge between what you are today and what you will be in the future. It is to envision the future and create the right moment in advance based on your passions and priorities and surprise the heavens.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

“You must have a clear vision and work hard to climb the ladder of success. Vision is the bridge between what you are today and what you will be in the future. It is to envision the future and create the right moment in advance based on your passions and priorities and surprise the heavens.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

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“The companies in the 20th century cared for their shareholders while the companies in the 21st century care for their employees and customers.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

“The companies in the 20th century cared for their shareholders while the companies in the 21st century care for their employees and customers.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

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“In the 20th century, leaders adopted hard leadership but in the 21st century, leaders adopt soft leadership. In the 20th century, people cared for themselves but in the 21st century, people care for others.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

“In the 20th century, leaders adopted hard leadership but in the 21st century, leaders adopt soft leadership. In the 20th century, people cared for themselves but in the 21st century, people care for others.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

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“There are always good and bad lessons to learn from leaders irrespective of their countries. We must take precautions from the lessons of bad leaders and emulate lessons from good leaders and customize them as per the availability of resources, money, and time to excel as ethical and ideal leaders.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

“There are always good and bad lessons to learn from leaders irrespective of their countries. We must take precautions from the lessons of bad leaders and emulate lessons from good leaders and customize them as per the availability of resources, money, and time to excel as ethical and ideal leaders.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

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“Lovers are winners; haters are losers.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

“Lovers are winners; haters are losers.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

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“The humble leaders neither underestimate nor overestimate themselves and others, unlike arrogant leaders who overestimate themselves and underestimate others.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

“The humble leaders neither underestimate nor overestimate themselves and others, unlike arrogant leaders who overestimate themselves and underestimate others.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

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“Humble leaders are trustworthy and reliable. They respect others consistently without any gap between their intentions and actions. They treat others with respect irrespective of their rank, role, and position.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

“Humble leaders are trustworthy and reliable. They respect others consistently without any gap between their intentions and actions. They treat others with respect irrespective of their rank, role, and position.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

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“We humans can control our actions, not the outcomes. Therefore, we must do what is the right thing to do in the given circumstances irrespective of the outcomes. Life is short. We must make it peaceful and pleasant for us and others.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

“We humans can control our actions, not the outcomes. Therefore, we must do what is the right thing to do in the given circumstances irrespective of the outcomes. Life is short. We must make it peaceful and pleasant for us and others.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

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“When your intentions are positive and actions are ethical you will be able to do the right things in life. Ensure that there is consistency between your intentions and actions while doing the right things to get the right results.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

“When your intentions are positive and actions are ethical you will be able to do the right things in life. Ensure that there is consistency between your intentions and actions while doing the right things to get the right results.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

Vision 2030: One Million Global Leaders

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“Treachery wins initially and the truth wins finally. When you want the truth to win, you must always do the right thing rather than the best thing in your life.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

“Treachery wins initially and the truth wins finally. When you want the truth to win, you must always do the right thing rather than the best thing in your life.” ―Professor M.S. Rao

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