Day 14 - Be Engaging : 21 Days. 21 Virtues for Life .

 

To be detached staying attached to the purpose of helping oneself and others is a virtue that definitely sets a perfect example of a person who can interrelate with others easily and joyfully.

They are humans who are always in the present and believe in living in the moment to the fullest. They add value to the people around them by helping them professionally and personally. They never shy away from standing for the truth and believe in ethical ways at work and in life. Their interpersonal skills are innate and all regard them as a very likable person.

We often get to interact with such amazing engaging humans who are known for their positive vibes. They are good-humored and good listeners. The moment any problem knocks at their door, whatever be the source, they smile and suggest the best solution that will sail people through any tide. They have no room for unhealthy gossip and they focus on happiness. They believe in looking at the brighter side of life even when the tunnel is deep and seems never-ending to many around.

People who are engaging, often touch the lives of the people with a high vibration of humanity and kindness. They are simple and modest. They come as friends, mentors, well-wishers, colleagues and almost anyone who can bring a smile, expecting nothing in return, but your peace and well-being.

Day 13 - Be Just : 21 Days. 21 Virtues for Life .

When you align your thoughts based on accuracy with a fair attitude towards life, you belong to the just category. In a society where the rules seems to be deep-rooted in almost every aspect of life, the best way to lead your life is to experience life in non-duality, wherein you are in sync with the guidance of the divine that is best for you and eventually for the rest of the world.

Be just to your very self.
Self that is governed by experience.
Experience that is polished with wisdom.
Wisdom to detach and decide for the highest best.
Best for being just and spreading happiness around.

You have numerous examples of people, who have defied all the rules of the society, to settle for the one that was most fair and logical. It is correct to just be and do all that it takes to find your own peace and happiness. In doing so, one should also ensure that they do not trespass and be unjust to others. Those who are empathetic towards others are able to see beyond and be just while taking the right decisions in life.
 

Day 12 - Be Special : 21 Days. 21 Virtues for Life .

 

The word ‘Special’ definitely radiates a happy feeling to the giver and the receiver.

Every human is endowed with distinct quality that is unique. The ones who are humble and kind are often liked by most of the people. This might not be expressed through words always, but stands implied as positive reflections.

He had the habit of greeting the security guards, each time he entered or left his residential or office premises. It took just few seconds or a minute to check if they were fine, he did it every single day. Even if he was a new guard, he would wish him. It was during the 3rd wave days, when he suddenly caught a flu and left to take care of himself at home, isolating from the world. The challenge was that, he knew nobody as such to help him since he was just 2 weeks new to his present place of stay.

Luckily, he had the grocery stacked up for a week or so, yet procuring medicines was a challenge yet he was hopeful to find a way. While he could reach out to his friends in this regard yet they all stayed quite far. Call it a miracle, one of the security guard, called him, to check on him. It had been 4 days that he ventured out and this chap did notice it. He thanked the guard and explained his situation. It was so kind of the guard to offer help and he got all his medicines at his doorstep, in less than an hour. Not only that, the security would call him each evening to check if he needed something on an urgent basis. He was more than happy to help with no expectation.

Once he resumed going to office, the smile to see him healthy and happy showed on the guards face. He also said, Sir, you always stop by to smile and greet us when others just walk away paying no heed, a special of smile and greeting from you makes our day.

Qualities of Special souls

They are humble, grateful, simple,calm, joyful and kind. They value others and treat others without being judgmental. Their presence is valued even when they are absent. They may be just well-wishers or strangers, yet they have a special aura of respect and humanity. They offer unconditional care and focus on learning to get better through real connections. Each one of us is Special, you have to be one to yourself, to become one for others.

Day 11 - Be a Giver : 21 Days. 21 Virtues for Life .

One who gives is blessed with abundance. It is always a good habit to help people, unconditionally. Life is about keeping it simple and making it easy for someone else as well.

With a lot of emphasis on being kind to people, it is seen that givers are quite respectable and avoid any arguments. The focus is on the solution, always. They do their best to bring ease in the process to help team members achieve goals. They are very good listeners and have the humanist instinct to give the best solution to anyone and everyone.

One of the best qualities that industry leaders have is that they give value and respect to people working for and with them. This gives way to building healthy relationship at workplace and in life.

When traversing through myriad routes in life, we definitely get to meet humble givers, who have their specific roles to play. While they reflect their aura with grace, the gesture is reciprocated with gratitude and the trend of inculcating life skills as these.

The world has become wealthy with givers, especially during the pandemic times. People have shown amazing level of humanity through selfless acts of kindness as a giver. Being nice to someone, with the intention of being of good help to them actually attracts peace and a sense of deep satisfaction.

Givers are detached souls and they always look at the positive side of anything, they do not engage in any meaningless arguments yet put across their perspective with a broader vision and problem-solving angle.

Givers are gifted with patience and a great sense of empathy. They understand a person’s struggle or obstacle and offer their support with genuine intentions of motivation and empowerment. The taker feels the magical aura of assurance and dawns a smile of peace with their presence.

 

Day 10 - Be Disciplined : 21 Days. 21 Virtues for Life .

 

“She was slow in writing and scored less in her test papers. She practiced writing each day for 3 months and became a topper in most subjects.”
“He was unable to achieve success professionally because of his habit of distraction. Meditation was not his solution, so he focused on excelling in his subject of interest through mindfulness learning. He received a deserving promotion after 6 months.”
The success mantra of those who achieve something extraordinary in life. It is by practicing self – discipline. All of us are taught this virtue, it is ingrained in our thought laboratory from formal years of education, in such a way that the quality becomes part of our personality.
With tens and thousands of books on how to master this, what actually matters is the daily habits that help in making the difference.
Thankfully, there is no hard and fast – one solution for all procedures. However, there are 10 basic tips that will help you achieve your big goals in life.
1.      Identify your strength and weakness honestly.
2.      Define and write down your weekly or monthly goals.
3.      Conquer your early mornings, the rest of the day is taken care.
4.      Write down 3 daily small wins and a new learning.
5.      Read and learn on topics pertaining to your area of expertise.
6.      Breathe easy, wrap up your day by writing your gratitude journal.
7.      Make friends with an alarm clock, keep your mobile phone away and sleep.
8.      Share your goals with friends and update on your progress
9.      Connect with Nature, walk in the park or plan a weekend getaway.
10.   Prioritize your happiness every day and spread some around.

I also recommend these good books, which I have read to make the road to self-discipline easy.
No Excuses!: The Power of Self-Discipline – Brian Tracy
Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance – Angela Duckworth
The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do, and How to Change – Charles Duhigg
 
There are so many ways. Just take a few and practice it daily. Try it to believe that it works.

Day 9 - Be Love : 21 Days. 21 Virtues for Life .

“Let yourself be silently drawn by the strange pull of what you really love. It will not lead you astray.”- Rumi

A universal virtue that is gifted to every soul, from the moment they find place on planet earth. The virtue is one of the most essential bridge that connects all other human virtues. It is a source of existence, a medium of connection, a credo that is customized to individual's purpose of life. Love is a universal energy that is the cause and the effect of any thought and action.

With the pure bliss, this is like a rainbow that showers kindness, compassion, care, blessings, acceptance, understanding and respect for others as much as for oneself. Love governs the law of attraction and the more productively we use it in our daily lives, we shall welcome abundance of peace and prosperity.

In spirituality, love is soulful and it is said - Love is not an emotion, it is your very existence. Wherever you are, whatever you do, be in love. So be love, as it removes all the barricades in your journey to connect to right people and to the right places meant for your highest good as well as those around you, as long as you are destined to stay. The quality of life is when you succeed in bringing a positive change to the world, to spread love and in turn raise the level of humanity.

 

Day 8 - Be Happy : 21 Days. 21 Virtues for Life .

 

When the waves of life sweep in to wash away the faintest of light, what is the first thing that your heart looks for? A virtue that is divine, an emotion that is regarded as the most expensive antidote to tackle any situation, a powerful vitamin to align thoughts in the direction of your goals in daily life. A positive remedy that in itself is the purpose – Be Happy.

In pursuit of living a pattern of life, somewhere the essence of happiness is influenced by external factors. Happiness is not a destination; it is to be acknowledged with gratitude, it helps us confront with a brave heart.

While essaying the magnitude of success in professional or personal life, every individual does, at some point of time, pause to be refueled with this most powerful virtue. Be happy, whatever it takes to give up or to embrace.

What are the small steps you can take to be in this state consciously than articulating?

Read light inspiring books, call old happy friends or connect to like-minded people, paint abstracts, watch comedy, listen to music, journal gratitude daily, take a day at a time, be kind to yourself, try to meditate when calm.

Slow down. Pause. Detach. Restart. It is perfectly fine as it is important to heal and be happy. You are unique and so is your journey.

Day 7 - Be Liberated : 21 Days. 21 Virtues for Life .

 

Freedom is the open window through which pours the sunlight of the human spirit and human dignity. The concept of feeling liberated is when you are free from your own self-limiting beliefs and believe in the infinite vision of your path in life. This is a feeling that brings a lightness within and a clarity about what you vouch for in life. The sense of freedom of doing what you really love, will make way to amazing opportunities in life.

I love writing around the positive aspects of life, stories that I have experienced, people whom I have met and been inspired by. That is what makes me feel liberated in terms of thoughts and words. The action is definitely seen through my honestly in work and life. The power of expression, I am sure every writer can resonate this with, is the deepest sense of liberation. The term liberation may be different for people of different walks of life. Leaders, mentors, quality specialists, authors, artists, design experts, orators, stand-up comedians, entrepreneurs and the list is longer.

The fact of the matter is to just let go and let peace. With a free liberated mind, follow your instincts, do the right for you and the best will come your way.

The sense of liberation is so interesting, as you break free from the cage of your mind.

Day 6 - Be Brave : 21 Days. 21 Virtues for Life .

As the Chinese New Year comes in this time, to remind us all, to be brave and courageous. This Lunar New Year is the year of the tiger. So it is.

🐯While the depiction of the tiger seems so much well timed when there is so much happening within and around. Yet the catch here is to brave it all going by what is best for you.

🐯We have heard of warriors who braved it during battles even when they were defeated. They might be the ones who are always remembered than those who won those insignificant wars. One should not lose faith in what is right and no matter what it takes, just be brave.

🐯In kindergarten, children are read and shown stories depicting brave acts and deeds to uplift the people and do good for themselves and others. To be brave is to trust that the decision or step taken is for the best of oneself and in turn others. After all happy endings are from courageous moves by daring the fear like a tiger.

🐯Positive self-talk and acknowledgement of ones worth is the right way to practice any act of bravery. Take a deep breath and just believe in what is right for you. The best is yet to come, for those who brave it.

🐯At times, it is worth staking it all, and when you go by your heart, it is right. Every brave story has a pleasant new beginning, in every aspect of life. Just believe that this is a virtue that is regarded with respect by all. Rise, shine and be happy.

Why fear the dark when you are brave and can walk through anything boldly. Just do it and become a brave soul, an inspiration for yourself in life.
 

Day 5 - Be Kind: 21 Days. 21 Virtues for Life .

In a world that is changing each day, with uncertainties looming above , the stories of kindness keeps up faith in humanity. The act of kindness is seen everyday and everywhere, should your eyes perceive it.

Princess Diana, known for her humility and kindness once said, "Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, safe in the knowledge that one day someone might do the same for you.”

🌼Kindness is a virtue that comes naturally. It begins with 'You'. Be kind and considerate of your thoughts and feelings. When you are kind to yourself, you take care of yourself better. You are happier and in sync with your soul's talk and mind's action.

🌼You can be kind to someone you hardly know by helping them out, in any situation. A smile and blessing is assured.

🌼Kindness will only make the world a better place. To show compassion at workplace is a great virtue of a leader or manager. In fact research shows that being kind and polite keeps the team motivated. the quality of work definitely improves and the happiness index rises.

🌼Pets are adorable isn't it? You are always caring towards them. Yet showing kindness to stray dogs or cats, whenever you see them in trouble, is definitely a good way to show humanity. After all every life deserves a share of love and care.

🌼Genuine appreciation sent in written, is being kind and also acknowledging the person's contribution in many a lives. It can be a family member, a friend, a colleague or a well wisher.

🌼To listen patiently is another gesture of showing your kindness. In a world where ' I' or 'me' is the echo, for a change, why not lend a ear to help others feel nice and relaxed.

All humans are all kind in their own ways,it is

just that you have got to realize the virtue and value it.