Chinese proverb of the day: 'It is easier to know how to do a thing than to...' - inspiring life lessons on turning knowledge into results, overcoming procrastination to take action, discipline, effort and insights on why many people struggle to reach their goalsChinese proverb of the day: Understanding what to do is easier than actually doing it. This ancient Chinese wisdom highlights the gap betwe...
04 Jun, 2026, 09.04 PM IST
Psychology says people who can’t work without music or a familiar show playing in the background aren’t lazy but their brain is running a secret algorithm that needs a soundtrack to boot upMillions of people can't start a single task without pressing play first. Science finally explains why that's not a quirk, it's neuroscienc...
31 May, 2026, 04.29 PM IST
Quote of the day by Emily Brontë: 'A person who has not done one half his day's work by ten o'clock runs a chance of...' - life lessons on time management, discipline, work ethic and overcoming procrastination by the author of Wuthering HeightsQuote of the day by Emily Brontë: Emily Brontë's timeless wisdom emphasizes that consistent effort and discipline, not just talent, shape o...
27 May, 2026, 07.39 PM IST
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Clarity of vision is essential for effective action. Saint Thiruvalluvar and spiritual texts like the Gita and Upanishads emphasize this. A...
25 May, 2026, 11.11 PM IST
Quote of the Day by English author Douglas Adams: ‘I love deadlines. I love the whooshing noise they make...’Douglas Adams, the celebrated author of 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy', left a legacy of blending science fiction with humor. His f...
03 May, 2026, 08.26 AM IST
Quote of the Day by Theodore Roosevelt: ‘If you could kick the person in the pants responsible for…’ – Why you shouldn't ignore the youngest US President’s innocuous take on fixing your own problemsQuote of the Day: Theodore Roosevelt's quote, 'If you could kick the person in the pants responsible for most of your trouble, you wouldn't...
29 Apr, 2026, 10.14 AM IST
Quote of the day by Christina Rossetti: 'Can anything be sadder than work left unfinished? Yes, work never begun' ; lessons on productivity from British poetPoet Christina Rossetti highlighted that inaction causes more regret than failure. Work never begun represents lost potential. Starting som...
25 Apr, 2026, 06.01 PM IST
African proverb of the day: “You can’t climb a ladder with your hands in your pocket” — Lessons on hard work, growth and successAfrican Proverb of the Day: Ancient African wisdom emphasizes a powerful reminder that success is earned through consistent effort and dete...
17 Apr, 2026, 10.11 PM IST
Chinese proverb of the day: 'The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is...' Lessons on timely action, success and why making optimum use of present is crucialChinese proverb of the day shares a lesson about action, time, and long-term growth. The saying explains why delay leads to regret and why ...
14 Apr, 2026, 10.41 PM IST
Quote of the day by Walt Disney: 'I found the way to get started was to quit talking and begin doing it' ; lessons on life from iconic American animatorWalt Disney emphasized that action, not just ideas, brings dreams to life. He believed in starting and doing, rather than overthinking or d...
09 Apr, 2026, 10.07 PM IST
“I’ll Send It Later” Is the Workplace Habit Everyone Ignores Until It Becomes a ProblemThe common workplace phrase "I'll send it later" signifies a delay that, while seemingly minor, significantly impacts team performance and ...
06 Apr, 2026, 04.48 PM IST
Word of the Day: AkrasiaAkrasia, the ancient Greek term for a weakness of will, describes the common human experience of acting against one's better judgment. This...
22 Jan, 2026, 05.39 PM IST
Want to beat procrastination? Behavioural science expert says the problem isn’t you, it’s how you start, shares 3 ways to stay focusedBestselling author and behavioural science expert Daniel Pink has shared three science-backed ways to overcome procrastination in a recent ...
18 Dec, 2025, 09.07 PM IST
Why Each Zodiac Sign Procrastinates and The Secret to Breaking FreeEach zodiac sign possesses individual strengths, but when procrastination comes around, every sign has a telltale weakness that holds them ...
05 Sep, 2025, 05.22 PM IST
Kaizen philosophy: Apply this way of life to overcome laziness and grow in your personal lifeSetting small, achievable goals is a key aspect of the Kaizen approach. Breaking down larger tasks into manageable steps helps to alleviate...
28 Jun, 2023, 10.25 AM IST
Are you lazy? Try these steps to overcome the procrastinationThe only way to overcome laziness, according to philosopher Alain de Botton, is to abandon perfectionism & not fuss over details.
13 Sep, 2016, 09.16 AM IST
Five ways to avoid putting off workET lists a few 'practical' work and time management mantras which could help overcome procrastination on the job.
02 Nov, 2011, 04.44 PM IST