If December was a person, probably it could be melancholic in nature. We have finally entered the month of goodbyes or see you laters, reminiscing happy, odd and sad moments, and yes, New Year wishes turning into resolutions.
I believe, every year is eventful to every person, it is just about the variation in time and space.
For some it could be a year about events, situations, achievements, joys, sorrows, outbursts, strained relationships and new friendships. Sometimes, it could be about lessons, healthy discussions, new habits and silly jokes. For some it could be developments, improvements, opportunities, failures and new avenues.
For me, this year was about events turning into inspirations and actions-reactions turning into lessons! I mindfully decided to pick the wisdom around us to deal with December.
Following are my 12, carefully curated, handcrafted, creative 2022 recap to reform. These are my own, from where I stand.
1. Women around the world need to brace up, pump their spirits and consciously avoid trying to portray themselves as disadvantaged. We are rising, with our own gut and wit. The norms are changing. Our country has been inclusive, embracing women leaders from diverse communities, recognizing the power of the disadvantaged and highlighting the spirits of the marginalized.
Lesson Courtesy- A moment of rejoice on Election of respected Draupadi Murmu as the 15th President of India and Equal compensation for male and female cricketers
2. The rise and fall in life is inevitable. The rise will bring attention and celebration, the fall will be filled with discouragement, mockery, humiliation and sheer lack of empathy. During all these times, it is vital to safeguard ourselves, stick to the powerful roots, persevere and believe!
Lesson Courtesy- The rise, fall and dawn of Virat Kohli
3. The world is brutal yet kind, everyone has a story to share. Emotions are oozing everywhere and people are struggling to manage them wisely. There are anger outbursts, hatred, and lack of empathy or respect. It is important to control impulses, rage within irrespective of event, a state of mind or a trigger. Emotional Management is an underrated yet the most required skill.
Lesson Courtesy- The Will Smith-Chris Rock Incident.
4. Money is important. It may buy happiness most of the time. It is a medium. But, Health management holds a parallel paramount importance too. Big bucks and bad health is a sad combination. Nothing, I repeat nothing, is parallel to good health.
Lesson Courtesy- The sudden demise of Sir Rakesh Jhunjhunwala
5. Speech is silver and silence is gold! Words are nasty, they either pull you up or bury you to the core. Mindfulness in words and actions is necessary. Social Media is sometimes nasty. Blames, dishonesty, and casual statements are unhealthy practices. Men’s mental health, and respect to privacy must be recognized, it is time!
Lesson Courtesy- Amber Heard and Johnny Depp Defamation Case
6. While you are marching towards progress, pitfalls are a part of the process. They aren't always good news. Laying low, resistance, perseverance, observation and patience are the key to rise again. To wait, is the work of the wise!
Lesson Courtesy- The leadership story of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, UK at 42.
7. Competitors could be great friends. It is possible to build strong, fierce and genuine bonds with opponents with dignity and respect. At the end of the day, relationships matter. Know your boundaries, share and create meaningful long lasting relationships.
Lesson Courtesy- The retirement of Roger Federer and reactions of Rafael Nadal.
8. There is a great power in paying respect to the place where we call as our own, to celebrate belongingness. Patriotism evokes the spirit of oneness, inclusiveness and cohesiveness. The hoisting of the tricolor entered every home, irrespective. Demonstrating creative ways to unite the diversity, where every person was their own chief guest!.
Lesson Courtesy - The flag hoisting opportunities created by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the 75th Independence Day.
9. Success, popularity is a tricky affair. Everything is temporary. It is important to have constancy in mental status where money, positions are uncertain. Everybody will have their own versions to live a life, non-judgmental attitude is a compulsory trait.
Lesson Courtesy- The work life of Ex-Twitter CEO, Parag Agrawal
10. Staying humble, being human and kind is a forever healthy trait. Actions are impactful, reactions are subjective. There is no harm in spreading love, setting great examples and inspiring lives.
Lesson Courtesy- Prime Minister Narendra Modi cued to vote during Gujarat elections.
11. Habits are powerful tools to make our lives easy and perhaps, the fastest way to teach others by actions. Habits also unite people, create cohesiveness and bring bigger changes in people, groups, countries and the world.
Lesson Courtesy- The cleanliness drive by Japanese spectators at the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
12. There is an end to every game. But, there is a beginning after every end. Our life is about the choices we make. We can either choose to quit or to move on, to heal or to dwell, to fail or to learn. We evolve with time, we transform and reset. Acceptance is the key, shifting perspectives is the solution. Change is a beautiful thing!
Lesson Courtesy- The heartwarming retirement of Serena Williams.
In this way, the world was inspiring in many ways, these were my 12 favorites.
As I reminisce about my personal moments at my coffee table, these lessons are gentle reminders to just be, think wise, stay calm, and be human and kind.
What are yours? Did you resonate with mine?
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Wish you all a Happy New Year, from me to you!
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