LOCKDOWN

COVID 19 - The pandemic has forced the world to go indoors and remain shut there. India, yesterday announced 21 days lockdown. The staying indoors dictum, especially when unprepared may really send the mind and body into a tizzy. 

However, there are opportunities that may have been sidelined in the past due to the workload, time constraint or other priorities. This is the time to embrace positivity, smile and see situations in better light.

“One of the great cosmic laws, I think, is that whatever we hold in our thought will come true in our experience. When we hold something, anything, in our thought, then somehow coincidence leads us in the direction that we've been wishing to lead ourselves.”

-Richard Bach

Reach out, and this time prefer “talk” over “chat”. Let your friends, relatives know, you have been thinking of them and meaning to talk. Be positive and let them know, lockdown has given us the opportunity to open up and reminisce the bond we share.

The mantra is to send out positive energy and vibes. It is about ensuring you are opening up to the opportunities, it is about assimilating the brighter side of life.

Upskill/Upgrade - Stuck in the rut and mundane choreographed professional journey. Always had the urge of learning something new? Here’s an opportunity. The likes of Udemy, Upgrad, LinkedIn and others have plethora of free off the shelf courses. Most of them, can be completed in less than 21 days if one dedicates 1 - 3 hours everyday. Self improvement courses are high on demand. They are short, encouraging, enlightening and satisfying. 

Pursue your hobby online. Music, singing, writing; all available at the click of a finger. There are online story & poem writing competitions, open for all to participate. 

If none of the above interests you, then clean your wardrobe :) Clear away the unattended clutter. Make room for some new entries ( after the markets open). Binge watch movies, dance to some rock-n-roll, exercise at home, understand your partner, ask your child their interests. 

There is plenty to do with loads of freshness, charm and smile. Cause this is an opportunity that you’ll always want. Happily Grab it! Lockdown is the key to a New You!

"Good thoughts & Smiles, just that special ingredient to make it a magical day. Don't forget to carry them always :)" -PVR