Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Ten tips : Time management

1.Time is priceless :- Lost time can not be retrieved . Time as a resource is limited .
2. Time planning :- Assess as to how you spend time in a day. Identify activity , which you can forgo or do less . Care full use of the time will ensure more time for the activity which may make a difference .
3. Fix priority :- Fix priority of the work in hand . Allocate maximum & minimum time for managing activity 24 hours .
4. Timely start :- Where ever possible , begin & complete assignment & projects in hand well in time in order to avoid undue tension . Never wait for the last moment .
5. Time table :- Start by preparing a time table . Draw a schedule that will work for your preferred style of study i.e. at particular time , you are able to handle difficult tasks .
6. Create a learning enviorment :- The best enviorment is one where you feel motivated , alert & reasonably comfortable to study .
7. Note down :- Always carry a pencil & paper with you . The moment you get an unique idea or you hear some thing noteworthy - note it down on the paper & retain it at a place where it can be reached easily . It is an absolute time saver .
8. Assess potential time wasting activities :- Some of these are net surfing , channel surfing , lack of self discipline , avoiding or postponing difficult tasks .These unknowingly consume time , therefore , avoid these .
9. Fix priority :- It is better to concentrate on select activity or interest & increase proficiency & efficiency in them . Other wise you may find you self exhausted & unsatisfied .
10. Seek help :- There will be time that when in spite of all planning , you may not be able to stick to your schedule . At such time seek help from some one close to you .
Remember you have the same 24 hours that were given to Mother Teressa , Lois Pasture , Helen Keller or Albert Einstein . It is how you use your time ,that makes the difference .

Sunday, February 7, 2010

Plan career : ten tips

1. Prepare a list of your interest .
2. Take a realistic look at your strength & weaknesses .
3. Make a list of your career goals & values .
4. List your aptitude & skills .
5. Take note of all the jobs that interest you .
6. Research careers based on the above .
7. Volunteer or work in a job that interest you .
8. Talk to people already in careers that interest you .
9. Gather as much information as possible on the relevant courses - institutions , the duration & cost involved .
10. Finally consider issues that can affect your plans . Such as how you will manage family or relationship commitments or how will you balance your work & going to school .

Saturday, February 6, 2010

Keep Fit : Points for kids

Now a days obesity is a major problem faced by kids . Watching TV for long duration is largely responsible for it . If one wants to remain fit , one should exercise and give less time to the TV daily.
Recently the American academy of pediatrics advised kids to watch TV or play video games for not more than two hours in a day . Further kids should under take two to three hours of physical activity daily . It can be in the form like walking on foot . Either bringing required articles from market or participating in sports .
Research has come to the conclusion that boys must under take minimum of thirteen thousand steps & girls eleven thousand steps as essential minimum physical exercise .
You must get motivated by cartoon characters who keep moving around and running in the TV serials .

Friday, February 5, 2010

Leader ship

As per the psychologists , each one of us wish to be recognized in social or business activities & considered as a person par excellence . Psychologists advise that one should think twice before uttering any word in respect of others . It should be remembered always that measured & balanced speech have long lasting impressions . By doing it one will not only make an impression in a meeting or get together , in one's area of activity but also chances of misunderstanding will vanish .
- The meaning of word spoken should be clear .
- The easiest way to be recognized in a society is to always fulfill promises made to others .
- Always keep in mind that spirit of honesty , dependability & responsibility are the qualities which give distinct identity .
- Always present one self in the form of a valuable & latest brand .Imagine that you have good qualities which are distinct from others .As per the psychologists this way of thinking will boost morale & enthusiasm .It will help in winning the people .
- Most of us desire success in leaving an impression where ever we go .

Thursday, February 4, 2010

Keep Fit : Points

The secret of good health is to follow a restrained daily routine & intake of nutritious food . To remain healthy through out life , keep in mind following points :-
1. Eat only when you feel hungry . Before eating think for at least one to one & half minute that are you really hungry or intend to eat to pass time . Do not over eat .
2 . Drink water in place of sweat drinks . As water does not have calories .
3. Eat plenty of fresh vegetables & fruits . These give a feeling of filled stomach because of the reason that these are nutritious & contain fiber .
4. Select food as per the requirement of your body . Avoid eating fine flour , sweat , fast food & chips .
5. Instead of watching TV or sitting at one place , move around as much as possible .
6. Make a food diary . Keep a record in it of what you are eating . It will keep you mind full of your in take of calories .
7 Sleep for at least eight hours . Disturbance in sleep affects metabolic hormones . It increases the activity of 'grilin hormone ' responsible for causing hunger .

Sunday, January 31, 2010

Crop of apples require one more snow fall

In the District Uttarkashi in the state of Uttarahkand , the apple garden are being pep-aired so that adequate money is generated . Cutting of apple trees is in progress for flowering in the month of April . One more snow fall is desired by the farmers . How ever after this years rainfall & snow fall , the farmers are working very hard . At present 7254 hectare land is under apple gardens .

Thursday, July 16, 2009

Agression control : Strategies

. Accept that being angry is perfectly normal .
. Identify your source / trigger of anger .
. Shift your focus from ' what was done to me ' to ' what I can do ' .
. Create positive self talk .
. Identify your irrational beliefs .
. Think of a more rational and adaptive plan of action .
. Change thoughts that provoke anger , interpreting the situation from a different ( less provoking ) point of view .
. Write down angry thoughts .
. Focus on gratitude - make a list of things you are thankful for .

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Temper control : Strategies

. Practice relaxation exercises and breathing techniques to calm body and mind .
. Learn to resolve conflicts through effective communication with out out bursts .
. Use problem solving technique such as goal setting and time management to reduce stress level .
. Eating well and at regular interval help to keep energy level in check .
. Get at least 6 - 8 hours sleep , so that you do ' nt feel irritated .
. Take break when you are tired . This will help you rejuvenate .
. Keep your self upbeat by indulging in a hobby .
. Compartmentalize your work and personnel life .
. Nurture your support system , like family and friends .
. Regular exercise help to keep the mind and body fresh .
Seek counselling for inter personnel conflicts .
. Be assertive instead of agressive .

Monday, July 13, 2009

Increase life after retirement

Three measures are recommended
. Nutritious food .
. Exercise .
. Stop smoking .
If one follows these measures ,one can look 30 years of age after retirement . One research conducted in USA has come to this conclusion . It has been found that if smoking is stopped , regular physical exercise are undertaken and if the blood pressure remain normal , then the chances of living of a person up to the age of 90 years are 50 percent . But if the habits are not changed the rate of living long is reduced .

Sunday, July 12, 2009

Tips for working people

It is necessary to be fit and healthy to do work . In it first of all we must take care of our body . We should at least sleep for seven hours during the night .
Control emotions
When the person is able to learn to control his emotions , he is able to cross half of the difficulties . It is for your betterment to get rid of negative thinking if any . In fact it is true that this emotional build up can help the person to do his work even under intense pressure . If you want to work in a positive enviorment then cultivate habit of praising others .
Work should have an objective
Many a times it is seen that we are doing work with out an objective in mind . This objective less work does not augur well for the progress of once career in future . Always note that before undertaking any work , you must examine as to how much benefit you can obtain from it in future . It is useless to do work where you can not concentrate . The heart and brain will remain full of vitality , if work is done as per your liking .

Thursday, July 9, 2009

Computer will challenge brain

By 2030 computer of brain capability will be ready . It has been reported that very soon computer will be manufactured which will be comparable to human brain . According to a computer expert , in the coming 50 years the computer technique will be developed which will enhance the capability of the computer by 32 times to what it is in twentieth century . Computer has so far been based on two dimensional silicon chips . The capability of the computer will increase by use of three dimensional silicon chips .

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Go herbal

It's holi once again . Even though the regular colours are still being sold like hot cakes . It's the herbal gulal that's become the current craze for every one . While about a couple of years back herbal gulal was for the rich and wealthy only . It's now becoming increasingly popular with every one . A simple touch is enough to judge it's purity . If the colour is slippery then rest assure , it's genuine . Back to nature , Pidilite & organic India are some of the brands to choose from . Herbal is the way to go this holy as cosmetologists and beauty therapist say , " Herbal gulal uses vegetable dyes . It has a soothing effect ; can be removed easily ; make skin soft after a wash and is available in all perfect ingredients for a gentler , more rollicking holi ".

Friday, June 6, 2008

Teenagers start smoking because of advertisements .

In a news item published in the daily , The Times of India , it is said that surrogate tobacco ad are now luring Indian youth - 10 to 14 years - to take up smoking . As reported in the daily that a recent Indo - US study conducted in Delhi and Tamilnadu which included 11,642 sixth and eighth graders , found that nearly
50 % of the kids had seen and remebered a tobacco advertisement . Over 490 of the students surveyed from 32 schools had a fovourite tobacco ad . While 238 of them could recall a brand name . Current use of tobacco was five times lower among the students who had not watched tobacco promotions .
According to the study , published in the month of May issue of the
' American Journal of Health Behaviour ' , shows a clear connection between exposure to surrogate tobacco ads and consumption . Cigarette companies are now trying to tap the younger population by falsely associating use of tobacco products with qualities such as glamour , energy and sex appeal . The finding has serious implications for India , 51 % of whose population is below the age of 25 .
Times of Idia have quoted one of the researcher e.i. Monica Arora , director of Hriday that event sponsorship and life style stores named after tobacco products were slipping through the cracks of the law in India which banned tobacco ads in 2004 .
Fatal Puff .
. Tobacco kills a third or half of those who use it globally .
. India is home to nearly 12 crore smokers .
. Smoking kills 1 lakh females and 6 lakh males a year between the ages of 30 - 69
in India .
. Smoking is expected to kill 10 lakh people in India , annualy from 2010 .
. It will be the primery cause behind one in five of all male deaths and one in
twenty of all female deaths in India .
. Nearly 70 % of these one million deaths - seven lakh people will die young .
. Over 50 % of the tobacco deaths will occur in illiterate men or women , with
80 % of them residing in rural India .
. On an average , every tobacco user loses 15 years .
. In India only 2 % of the adults quit smoking .
. Bidi is the most popular form of smoking tobacco in India .
. 70 % of the tobacco smoked is in the form of bidis .
. For every cigarette , 8 bidis are sold .
. Nearly 85 % of the world's bidi tobacco is grown in India .
. 22 % of adults world wide currently smoke tobacco .
. 36 % men smoke compared to 8 % women globally .
. About 61 % of men who smoke will die at ages 30 - 69 , compared with 41 % of
otherwise similar non smokers .

Sunday, June 1, 2008

Body basics

Simple life style changes can go along way in ensuring healthy eyes .
Food habits : - Eye dis oreders can be prevented by eating nutritious food . Studies have concluded that by eating nutrients - antioxidants , lutiens & zexathins , beta carotins , vitamins - C , Vitamins - E and zink , eye disorders can be prevented .
Vitamin - C : - is contained in most fruits and vegetables including oranges , grapefruits , strawberies , papaya , green peppers and tomatoes .
Vitamin - E : - is hard to find since found in small quantities . Vegetable oils ( sunflower & corn ) , almonds , peanuts , wheat germ and sunflower seeds contain it.
Beta carotine : - is present in dark green leafy vegetables ( spinach ) , deep orange and yellow fruits ( carrot , mangoes , sweat potatoes , apricots and peaches ) , vegetable and cereal .
Lutiens & zexathins : - Primery source is dark green leafy vegetables . Also available to lesser extent in other colour ful fruitas and vegetables such as broccoli , corn and peas .
Zink : - Meat , liver , shellfish , milk , whole grains and wheat germ .
Must do's : - Eye examination once between age of twenty years and thirty nine years . Every two to four years between age of forty to sixty . Every one to two years if older than sixty five years . Children eyes should be screened at ages of six months , one and half years and five years .
It is important to protect one's eyes ( both chldren and adults ) from the damaging rays if sun . By using sun glasses that block out ninty nine to one hundred percent of both UV - A and UV - B radiations .
Glaucoma is asymptomatic . It can be detected if looked into .
Control of diabetes and blood pressure ensures healthy eyes .
Cow webs in front of eyes need urgent( not emergency ) examination .
Once in awhile close one eye alternately and read . Any distortion or missed letter calls for a detailed examination .
Regular exercise benifit eyes .
Stop smoking to prevent blindness .

Thursday, May 29, 2008

Six recommended food

On the basis of nutrient value following six food have been recommended : -
Yogurt
It boosts our immune system by enhancing digestion , increasing mineral absorption , synthesizing certain vitamins and reducing the incidence of certain type of diarrhea . Generally well tolerated even by those suffering from lactose intolerance . It meets fifty percent of peoples daily calcium requirement .
Recommended : two cups daily
Spinach
One and half cup of raw shredded spinach is an excellent source of vitamin - A , Which protects the eye . Spinach is low in calories , yet extremely high in vitamins , minerals . The carotenoids and vitamin - C & E found in spinach are believed to reduce the risk of cancer , heart disease , stroke and cataracts .
Recommended : one cup steamed or one & half cup raw a day .
Beans
They are powerful antioxidants that neutralizes the harmful free radicals in the body . Four different types of beans rank among the top twenty foods with highest antioxidant capacity . They include red kidney beans , pinto beans and black beans . They benefit in controlling blood glucose because of the solubility of most of the fiber contained . Pre soaking the beans and discarding the soaked water can reduce the carbohydrate present .
Recommended : Four hand full cooked per week .
Ash gourd
The fruit is covered by white , chalky wax , which deters micro orgasm , and can be stored for an year without refrigeration . Being low in calories , it is particularly useful for diabetics and obese persons . It has neutralizing property and ulcer healing activities . It also acts as laxative , is cooling and diuretic in nature .
Recommended : One hundred grams per day .
Orange
It is rich in vitamin - C as well as cartonoids making it a natural source of antioxidants . It is also an excellent source of minerals and perform dual act of giving nutrition and promoting detoxification . It works against cancer , help prevent strokes , provide energy , improve immunity and help in sperm production .
Recommended : Three oranges per week
Fish
The omega - three fatty acids , vital for the development of human brain , are also required for cellular hormone regulation . Sea fish is more beneficial .
Recommended : Two to three times a week .

Tuesday, May 27, 2008

Charachterstics of mars

Gravitational force - 38 % of earth .
Sun light - 44 % of earth .
Solar year - 686 days versus 365 days of earth .
One rotation - 24 hrs 40 min versus 24 hrs of earth
Earth Gas in atmosphere Mars
0.0003 Carbon dioxide 0.95
0.781 Nitrogen 0.027
0.210 Oxygen 0.0013
0.004 Water 0.0021
0.0093 Organ 0.016
Note - all figure in percentage .
. Oxygen makes the circumstances suitable for life .
. One assessment says that if the ice present at mars is completely melted , then it will create an ocean at mars of 500 meters depth .
How is mars
Mars i.e. red planet . During summer the temperature remains -27 degree Celsius and in winter it reaches - 133 degree Celsius . Dust storm , extreme cold are the characteristics of the climate . Despite all these the geographical condition of the mars is very good .
Competition to reach mars
Russia - Plans to send six astronauts to mars by the year 2015 . Estimated expenditure is 200 billion dolors .
USA - Plan to send astronauts by the year 2031 . Estimated expenditure - 450 lakh dolors .
Europian union - will decide in the year 2015 that whether man should land on mars or other wise . By the year 2025 , technology suitable for making man to reach mars would be available .

Mission mars - NASA

Up to the decade of the year 1960 , scientists were unaware about many mysteries of the mars . First time mariner space craft of NASA transmitted pictures from mars . Which created lot of curiosity in the scientists about many mysteries of the planet mars . Most of them have been solved by now and now scientists are trying to find as in what form life exists in mars .
1965
NASA first time obtained 22 pictures of mars by space craft mariner - 4 when it reached near the mars .
1969
Mariner - 6 and mariner - 7 took more than 100 pictures of the mars and sent to earth . The surface and atmosphere of the mars was studied .
1971
Space mission mariner - 8 was unsuccessful . The space craft was destroyed during the flight .
1972
Historical flight
Mariner - 9 was the first space craft which orbited the mars . It sent pictures of valleys & volcanoes .
1976
Space craft landed on mars
Viking - 1 and viking - 2 landed on mars for the first time . No indication of life at mars were recorded . But detailed knowledge of chemical activity was obtained .
1993
After 18 years
Mars observer was successful to reach the orbit of mars . But after three days contact with the space craft was disrupted .
1996
Mars globan surveyor transmitted one lakh twenty thousand pictures of the mars .Many mysteries were unraveled .
1997
Mars path finder transmitted 220 million information and twenty thousand pictures . First time the pictures were watched on internet . It was disclosed that at some point of time mars was as wet and hot as the earth .
1999
Unsuccessful missions
Mars climate orbiter mission was unsuccessful . Later mars polar lander was also lost while it was trying to land at southern end of the mars .
2001
The geological maps received through mars odyssey for the first time unraveled many mysteries of the mars . Indication were received of presence of water and ice on the mars .
2004
Rover craft spirit transmitted pictures of a mystery image . Which looked like a image of a human being . There are however differences amongst the scientists about it .
26 May 2008
Hours after Phonix mars lander of NASA , softly landed at Martian arctic plains , it dazzled scientists with the first ever glimpse of red planet high northern latitude , believed to hold reservoir of the ice beneath .

Sunday, May 25, 2008

Identify own capabilities

Our first priority should be progress with satisfaction . But we must plan our career in such a way that we are able to achieve our objective . It is necessary to enforce certain measures to make coming time eventful .
Allot priority to your liking
Try to perform work of your liking . The hard work done in the field may tire you but it will not make you mechanical and hollow .
Self appraisal
Take out time and think , what position you have obtained in personnel and professional field . What are your priorities ? Write a sentence about you and keep it with you as an inspirational object .
Identify capability
List those work which you can do . Then list those works which you can not do . It will be better not to waste your time in such activity which are beyond your capability . Instead give energy to creative work and obtain better results .
Take responsibility
Some times take responsibility beyond your position . This would not only enhance your capability but also make easy for you to obtain promotion in future .
Take care to choose the projects
Keep in mind benefits while selecting new projects for you . The success in projects will benefit your resumme .
Create a friendly atmosphere
Create a friendly atmosphere in your field of work , because none other than colleague can understand your professional responsibilities and difficulties . Find time and develop good relations with them .
Formulate small objectives
At one time when you have set a big objective for you , take small steps to achieve it . Set objective for the day and keep an eye over every day's achievement .
Are you trying in the right direction
First of all ascertain that whether you are doing what you want to do . If it is not so , then no suggestion enumerated above can be use full to you . It is necessary to succeed in personnel and professional life that you perform the work which you like .

Tuesday, May 20, 2008

Efficient management is key for checking the speed of time

It is true that time follows its own speed and it is very difficult to check it . But by some alert efforts and solid management technique , time can be managed according to our convenience .

Teeths are true indicators of health

Eat fruits , veg . diet and solid food grain for shining teethes . The color of gums should be like oranges . Iron deficiency is indicated when the gums and eye lid turn yellow . Violet gums indicate infection and deficiency of vitamin a , c and e . There fore eat more oranges , carrot and green vegetables .