Office Humor

After 2 years of selfless service, a man realized that he has not been promoted, no transfer, no salary increment, no commendation. So he decided to walk up to his HR Manager. His manager looked at him, smiled and asked him to sit down saying: "My friend you have not worked here for even a single day." The man was surprised to hear this, but the manager went on to explain.

Manager:
How many days are there in a year?

Man:
365 days and sometimes 366.

Manager:
How many hours make up a day?

Man:
24 Hours.

Manager:
How long do u work in a day?

Man:
10am to 6pm i.e 8 hours a day.

Manager:
So, what fraction of the day do u work in hours?

Man:
He did some arithmetic and said 8/24 i.e 1/3 (one third).

Manager:
This is nice of u! what is 1/3rd of 366 days?

Man:
122(1/3 x 366=122 in days)

Manager:
Do u come to work on weekends?

Man:
No sir.

Manager:
How many days r there in a year that r weekends?

Man:
52 Saturdays and 52 Sundays equals to 104 days.

Manager:
Thanks for that. If u remove 104 days from 122 days. how many days do u now have?

Man:
18 days.

Manager:
I do give u 2 weeks sick leave every year. Now remove that 14 days from the 18 days left. How many days do u have remaining?

Man:
4 days.

Manager:
Do u work on Republic Day?

Man:
No sir!

Manager:
Do u come to work on Independence Day?

Man:
No sir!

Manager:
So how many days r left?

Man:
2 days Sir!

Manager:
Do u come to work on New Year Day?

Man:
No sir!

Manager:
So how many days r left?

Man:
1 day sir!

Manager:
Do u work on Christmas Day?

Man:
No Sir!

Manager:
So how many days r left?

Man:
None Sir!

Manager:
So what r u claiming for?
While sitting only company is already paying you from last 2yrs.

Man:

!!!...

Moral-NEVER GO TO HR FOR HELP!!!

HR= HIGH RISK

Thought for action

If you wish to be respected, then be ever respectful.
If you wish to be understood, then sincerely understand others.
If you wish to be appreciated, then be ever grateful.
If you wish to be loved, then give love in each moment.

If you wish to be wealthy, then act to create real value.
If you wish to learn, then take time to teach.
If you wish to climb higher, then life others up.
If you wish to be wise, then share what you know.

Whatever you wish, life will surely give it.
What you must do, though, is to truly live it.

There is so much to live for and so much to see.
You will have whatever you are willing to be.

Why Worry?

When you are hit down hard
And you cant go lower
Why worry?
Ther’s only one way through now - higher.

When you are down to your last drop
You don’t know what to do
Don’t worry ever
You’d make it through.

Life is not a cakewalk
Neither was it meant to be
But life’s neither a prison term
Why worry?
Aim high.

When you’d rather be dead
Than go ahead,
And feel like sinking to the ground
Why worry ever, you’d go through sound.

Life is a cycle no one can contradict,
Life is a battle go ahead and fight,
but just don’t forget…………………….
Why worry?
U would pull through right.

Thought for the day....

The tongue has oil, fat and greasy substances rolling over it; but it is unaffected by these. It does not become greasy or oily. So too, the mind must be unaffected by the experiences of success and failure, of gain and loss, of well-being and illness. It must be wholly surrendered at the Feet of the Lord. Just close your eyes for five minutes and think of the profits and losses your efforts have won for you. Why worry? Surrender your everything to Him and let His will prevail

15 Tips to Improve Your Memory and Exercise Your Brain

Everyone can take steps to improve their memory, and with time and practice most people can gain the ability to memorize seemingly impossible amounts of information. Whether you want to win the World Memory Championships, ace your history test, or simply remember where you put your keys, this article can get you started. Scientists believe that exercising your brain can create a 'cognitive reserve' that will help you stay sharp as you age.

1. Convince yourself that you do have a good memory that will improve.

Too many people get stuck here and convince themselves that their memory is bad, that they are just not good with names, that numbers just slip out of their minds for some reason. Erase those thoughts and vow to improve your memory. Commit yourself to the task and bask in your achievements it's hard to keep motivated if you beat yourself down every time you make a little bit of progress.

2. Keep your brain active.

The brain is not a muscle, but regularly "exercising" the brain actually does keep it growing and spurs the development of new nerve connections that can help improve memory. By developing new mental skills especially complex ones such as learning a new language or learning to play a new musical instrument and challenging your brain with puzzles and games you can keep your brain active and improve its physiological functioning.

3. Exercise daily.

Regular aerobic exercise improves circulation and efficiency throughout the body, including in the brain, and can help ward off the memory loss that comes with aging. Exercise also makes you more alert and relaxed, and can thereby improve your memory uptake, allowing you to take better mental "pictures."

4. Reduce stress.

Chronic stress, although it does not physically damage the brain, can make remembering much more difficult. Even temporary stresses can make it more difficult to effectively focus on concepts and observe things. Try to relax, regularly practice yoga or other stretching exercises, and see a doctor if you have severe chronic stress.

5. Eat well and eat right.

There are a lot of herbal supplements on the market that claim to improve memory, but none have yet been shown to be effective in clinical tests (although small studies have shown some promising results for ginkgo biloba and phosphatidylserine) . A healthy diet, however, contributes to a healthy brain, and foods containing antioxidants broccoli, blueberries, spinach, and berries, for example and Omega-3 fatty acids appear to promote healthy brain functioning. Feed your brain with such supplements as Thiamine, Vitamin E, Niacin and Vitamin B-6. Grazing, eating 5 or 6 small meals throughout the day instead of 3 large meals, also seems to improve mental functioning (including memory) by limiting dips in blood sugar, which may negatively affect the brain.

6. Take better pictures.

Often we forget things not because our memory is bad, but rather because our observational skills need work. One common situation where this occurs (and which almost everyone can relate to) is meeting new people. Often we don't really learn people's names at first because we aren't really concentrating on remembering them. You'll find that if you make a conscious effort to remember such things, you'll do much better. One way to train yourself to be more observant is to look at an unfamiliar photograph for a few seconds and then turn the photograph over and describe or write down as many details as you can about the photograph. Try closing your eyes and picturing the photo in your mind. Use a new photograph each time you try this exercise, and with regular practice you will find you're able to remember more details with even shorter glimpses of the photos.

7. Give yourself time to form a memory.

Memories are very fragile in the short-term, and distractions can make you quickly forget something as simple as a phone number. The key to avoid losing memories before you can even form them is to be able to focus on the thing to be remembered for a while without thinking about other things, so when you're trying to remember something, avoid distractions and complicated tasks for a few minutes.

8. Create vivid, memorable images.

You remember information more easily if you can visualize it. If you want to associate a child with a book, try not to visualize the child reading the book that's too simple and forgettable. Instead, come up with something more jarring, something that sticks, like the book chasing the child, or the child eating the book. It's your mind make the images as shocking and emotional as possible to keep the associations strong.

9. Repeat things you need to learn.

The more times you hear, see, or think about something, the more surely you'll remember it, right? It's a no-brainer. When you want to remember something, be it your new coworker's name or your best friend's birthday, repeat it, either out loud or silently. Try writing it down; think about it.

10. Group things you need to remember.

Random lists of things (a shopping list, for example) can be especially difficult to remember. To make it easier, try categorizing the individual things from the list. If you can remember that, among other things, you wanted to buy four different kinds of vegetables, you'll find it easier to remember all four.

11. Organize your life.

Keep items that you frequently need, such as keys and eyeglasses, in the same place every time. Use an electronic organizer or daily planner to keep track of appointments, due dates for bills, and other tasks. Keep phone numbers and addresses in an address book or enter them into your computer or cell phone. Improved organization can help free up your powers of concentration so that you can remember less routine things. Even if being organized doesn't improve your memory, you'll receive a lot of the same benefits (i.e. you won't have to search for your keys anymore).

12. Try meditation.

Research now suggests that people who regularly practice "mindfulness" meditation are able to focus better and may have better memories. Mindfulness (also known as awareness or insight meditation) is the type commonly practiced in Western countries and is easy to learn. Studies at Massachusetts General Hospital show that regular meditation thickens the cerebral cortex in the brain by increasing the blood flow to that region. Some researchers believe this can enhance attention span, focus, and memory.

13. Sleep well.

The amount of sleep we get affects the brain's ability to recall recently learned information. Getting a good night's sleep a minimum of seven hours a night may improve your short-term memory and long-term relational memory, according to recent studies conducted at the Harvard Medical School.

14. Build your memorization arsenal.

Learn pegs, memory palaces, and the Dominic System. These techniques form the foundation for mnemonic techniques, and will visibly improve your memory.

15. Venture out and learn from your mistakes.

Go ahead and take a stab at memorizing the first one hundred digits of pi, or, if you've done that already, the first one thousand. Memorize the monarchs of England through your memory palaces, or your grocery list through visualization. Through diligent effort you will eventually master the art of memorization.

Self Esteem

Low self-esteem could lead to extremes of behavior. A person with high self-esteem could choose identical behavior for different reasons.

He may be alone because he prefers solitude, whereas a person with low self-esteem prefers to be alone because he is uncomfortable in groups.

Some characteristics of people with:


High Self Esteem - Low Self Esteem


Talk about ideas - Talk about people
Caring attitude - Critical attitude
Humility - Arrogance
Respects authority - Rebels against authority
Courage of conviction - Goes along to get along
Confidence - Confusion
Concerned about character - Concerned about reputation
Assertive - Aggressive
Accepts responsibility - Blames the whole world
Self-interest - Selfish
Optimistic - Fatalistic
Understanding - Greedy
Willing to learn - Know it all
Sensitive - Touchy
Solitude - Lonely
Discuss - Argue
Believes in self-worth - Believes in net worth only
Guided - Misguided
Discipline - Distorted sense of freedom
Internally driven - Externally driven
Respects others - Looks down on others
Enjoys decency - Enjoys vulgarity
Knows limit - Everything goes
Giver - Taker

The objective of this list is to provide a basis for self evaluation rather than produce guilt.
It is not necessary to have all the traits. Some characteristics may be present to a greater or lesser degree.

So long as we are able to recognize them we can make efforts to correct ourselves

Quotes........Part 2

"Silence & Smile are two powerful tools. Smile is the way to solve many problems & silence is the way to avoid many problems. So, have a silent smile always."

"When it rains all the birds occupy shelter. But eagle alone avoids the rain by flying above the cloud. Problem the common to all but attitude make the difference."

"Accept what you cannot change, Change what you cannot accept."

"Look backward with satisfaction and look forward with confidence, You will succeed in your life. be bole when you lose, be calm when you win."

10 Rules for 'Taking back to Life'

1.Challenge yourself to use every 'bad' thing in your life as a new beginning.

2.Find the 'good' in everything that you can.

3.Don't expect the good things to be readily apparent. It may take a few days, weeks or even months before you finally see them.

4.Allow yourself to realize your true power. This doesn't mean pushing people around, but looking for your hidden skills.

5.Talk to yourself. Talking to yourself is a very powerful tool to use and it can help you increase your motivation and your ability to stick to a task.

6.Stop expecting others to solve your problems. Even if you lost your job, it's an opportunity to look in a new direction, to acquire a new skill and to blaze a more pleasurable path in life.

7.Throw out that 'yes, but' expression from your life. It's just a way of keeping yourself stuck in the mud.

8.Take a good hard look at what you'd really like in life and sit down and begin making a list that outlines the steps you need to take. Not everyone needs to go to college to be happy. Find out where your happiness lies, if you don't want to go back to school. Abraham Lincoln did just fine with his self-learning plan.

9.Beware of the negative people in your life. Pointing out the problems is fine, but some people only see doom and gloom and they can't be very helpful, unless you find that helpful.

10.Remember that every road has unexpected turns and that any plan must be one that allows for some give and take. If there's one word for your plan to take back your life, let it be 'flexible' and go from there.

7 ways to find time for fitness

The reason it's so hard to get, and stay, in great shape is because we are all just so incredibly busy. We've got work, friends, family, etc., etc. Every single day there is so much to do -- so much going on! Obviously, those who are successful at transforming their health and maintaining good physical fitness have a lot less going on in their lives than we do, right?

Well, as much as we might like to believe a lack of time is what's preventing us from building a lean, strong, healthy, body, the truth is, that isn't the case. Believe it or not, people who are successful (and I mean remarkably successful in this endeavor) have exactly 24 hours in every day, just like you and I do.

Yes…I know…sometimes it's hard to believe, but it's a fact -- there's not a single person on the planet who has figured out how to make a day longer than 1,440 minutes. And, in reality, folks who experience extraordinary success in the area of health and fitness are usually just as busy as we are -- their lives are hectic; they have careers, families, friends, and obligations; and unexpected obstacles and problems pop up in their lives as well.

So why does it so often feel like we don't have time to eat right and exercise? I've been forced to ponder that query often because it is by far and away the most popular excuse given for why so many people "can't" make a commitment to building a better body.

So what's the answer? Well, some say "not having enough time to exercise" is simply a cop out for people who are lazy and don't really want to look or feel better. But, after having the opportunity to work with thousands of people over the years who really want to get in great shape and are some of the hardest working people I've ever met; I don't think "laziness" is the primary culprit here. I've discovered most people simply don't understand how to "create time," and, therefore, they've bought into the "perception" that they are too busy. (Remember, perception can become reality) Most people just don't understand how possible it is to find the time to invest in building a healthy, energized body.

The great news is, we all have time to make regular exercise and good nutrition part of our lifestyles. Here's seven surefire techniques you can use (starting today!) to find time to get in, and stay in, great shape. These relatively simple (but so overlooked) tips for finding loads of time you didn't even know you had will allow you to fit in workouts on a regular basis, follow a precise nutrition program, and even free up time for active rest and more fun, which is good for the body and mind!

Before we get to the list, I want to remind you that to build a healthy body, you really don't need more than four hours of exercise a week. Think about it -- that's only 2.3% of the time you have to work with each week! That's not a huge investment of time by any stretch of the imagination! And, those who think following a proper nutrition program is time consuming have got it all wrong -- the fact is, "Eating right" doesn't cost you time, it saves you time!

Okay…here are my 7 ways to find time for fitness!

Tip #1: WATCH LESS TV

Although watching television can be a great way to unwind after a hectic day, laugh out loud, or even learn something new, it is, generally, the biggest time vampire in modern society. The average American spends 30 hours a week watching TV (and people say they can't even find 4 hours a week to exercise!). For the most part, most people are completely "indifferent" about what they watch on the boob tube. Most sitcoms don't present interesting situations nor good comedy, and the vast majority of news broadcasts are comprised of reports that are absolutely irrelevant to the majority of us.

What TV actually does is hypnotize you -- think about what you look like when you're sitting there on the couch watching TV: you're literally staring off into space, thinking about nothing, accomplishing nothing, and being nothing. Now, you don't have to give up television altogether to find extra time you can use to accomplish much more productive things, like building a fantastic physique. Just use discretion! Every time you turn on the TV, ask yourself, "Could this time be better spent doing something else?" Most of the time, the answer will be, "Yes!"

Tip #2: PLAN AHEAD!

One of the best (and simplest) time-saving techniques I've discovered is to plan your day ahead of time. For example, make a "Major Outcome Activity" list each night. Write down the things you know you need to accomplish the next day which matter -- things that produce a "major outcome." Include working out, taking your supplements, and eating when you're supposed to on this list. Then, keep your list with you throughout the day and "check off" items as you complete them. If you have no idea what you're going to do tomorrow until tomorrow comes, you waste a lot of time reacting, adjusting, and trying to figure out what to do, when to do it, or how to do it. But, when you plan ahead, you can eliminate a lot of unnecessary problems, and you'll be amazed at how smoothly things go. Of course, you can't plan everything, but by scheduling your day, which takes only a few minutes, you can easily pick up an hour a day (if not more!).

Tip #3: EXERCISE REGULARLY!

This is a great example of the "perceived problem" being the "ultimate solution." You see, those who believe they don't have time to exercise because they are so darn busy actually don't have time to not exercise! Let me explain…

It's a scientifically proven fact that the right amount of exercise gives you more energy! (Now remember, if you exercise too much, you can actually end up run down and burned out! A good, brief, intense weight-training workout should stimulate your muscles, not annihilate them!) When you have more energy, you get more things done, faster!

If you're anything like me, you've experienced days when you just can't seem to get anything done. Projects that should be taking you an hour to complete end up taking all day! Low energy is an epidemic in our society, but the good news is, exercise is part of the cure! Not only does exercise help give you more energy, it has also been scientifically proven to improve the quality of sleep, which means when you hit the sack, you'll have less difficulty arriving at destination dreamland, and you'll wake up with a renewed sense of power.

Believe me on this one, folks -- I've learned the hard way if you're trying to save time by skipping workouts, hoping you'll get more work done, you're making a colossal mistake! Do not, under any circumstances, skip workouts in an effort to save time. This "quasi solution" will backfire; I guarantee it! When you work out regularly, you'll not only have more energy but also greater self-confidence, a higher level of "certainty," and you'll just, quite simply, be more effective at everything you do! Investing three or four hours a week in rigorous exercise will yield "double dividends" -- you'll get "paid back" with an extra six to eight hours a week!

Tip #4: CONSUME A NUTRITIOUS DIET!

Another excuse I hear frequently from people who can't get in shape is they don't have time to "eat right." The fact is, today, "eating right" is a lot easier than it used to be. Thanks to modern advances in nutritional science, a healthy, high-protein, nutrient-rich, low-fat meal can be consumed in the form of a meal-replacement shake (the better ones taste like milk shakes) or convenient nutrition bars (that taste almost as good as candy bars).

When you provide your body with a constant supply of the nutrients it needs to stay healthy and strong, you have consistent energy throughout the day. (You can avoid those midafternoon slumps and "premature fatigue.") Once again, as is the case with regular exercise, adhering to a proper nutrition program saves time -- it doesn't rob you of time!

It really doesn't take a lot of time to follow a proper bodybuilding nutrition program; in fact, I probably spend less time each day preparing and consuming my five or six healthy, nutrient-rich meals than millions of people do sitting around in restaurants waiting to be served just one high-calorie, low-nutrient meal. (By the way, if you eat out at restaurants more than a couple times a week, there's a great place to eliminate some "mega empty time" and convert it to "power time," which you can put to good use!)

Tip #5: ELIMINATE MINDLESS PHONE CHITCHAT!

Pressed for time? Well, get off the phone! In any given day, most people blow at least an hour on irrelevant phone chitchat. This is especially true in the business world. I will do almost anything to avoid phone conversations -- I do the vast majority of my business communication with faxes and memos. Through this strategy, I'm able to get right to the point. You just put it down on paper and ink, and it's done.

Personal phone conversations (like most business calls) are almost as bad as TV -- they're just something most people do to stay comfortable -- to stay occupied or feel busy.

If you insist on spending time on the phone, do so only while you walk on a treadmill or ride a stationary bike -- at least you'll be accomplishing something productive. Alternatively, keep a timer by your phone and set it for five minutes. When the timer goes off, your call time is over. It's simple but remarkably effective. Try it.

Oh… and for those of you who think your relatives and friends "need" you to call them every day to "stay in touch," remember this -- nothing has more impact than sincere, appreciative, written words. One card or letter a week and one phone call will be significantly more appreciated and have more impact than "daily calls." (Caution: Mothers excluded -- you talk to your mom whenever she wants, got that?!)

Tip #6: HAVE A SENSE OF URGENCY!

Some people do things so damn slowly it drives me crazy! If they just picked up the pace a bit (or a lot) and pushed themselves -- if they approached each task with a sense of urgency, they would be remarkably more efficient at everything and could free up at least an hour a day.

An analogy you might be able to relate to is the way football teams perform the last two minutes of the first half (after the two-minute warning) or at the end of a game. All of a sudden, everything becomes "ultra urgent," and the next thing you know, they're moving up and down the field -- piling up yardage and points at a rate significantly greater than what they did the rest of the game. (That's the "pace" you should keep all day!)

Try approaching your tasks in the business world (or in school or at home) with a sense of urgency -- with an "I must get it done as fast and efficiently as possible" attitude -- and you'll storm through projects with greater expediency than you thought possible! Heck… if you apply this principle, you might just get a promotion at work, or if you own your own business, it's a surefire formula for increasing profits!

Tip #7: DON'T GET SICK!

Okay, now I'm just being completely unrealistic, right? Not hardly! The fact is, if you won't make the time to be well, you'll be forced to make the time to be sick!

By incorporating exercise, proper nutrition, and the regular use of supplements into your lifestyle, you can significantly improve your health. Applying this "tip" has allowed me to not miss a day of work for an illness-related reason (knock on wood) in eight years, which is good because I don't have time to get sick!

If you try to "cut corners" in any of these areas, in hopes of freeing up time, your efforts will backfire, and you'll find yourself down for the count. Nothing is more counterproductive than spending two days in bed, sick with the flu or some avoidable, sub-clinical virus that's making its way around the office or gym!

CONCLUSION

As you can clearly see, the all-too-common excuse, "I don't have time to get in shape right now…" is simply a misperception, not a reality. What thousands of people have discovered is that by being very conscious about how they spend their time, they're able to get more done, faster; look and feel better; and even enjoy life more! And, as an added bonus, they don't have to waste time feeling guilty or making excuses for why they don't work out and eat right -- that, in and of itself, could free up a few hours a week for some folks!

All right, now you know what to do to find time -- apply these tips, and you'll be amazed how much they can change your life for the better!