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The Forgotten Army – Do We Remember Them or What They Fought For?

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Tomorrow is our seventy-first Republic Day. A day when we justifiably feel proud of our achievements as a nation. And when we remember the sacrifices of the brave souls who gave their everything for our freedom. But, do we really remember those who gave their blood and sweat to see our country free? Barring a few known names, we hardly recall the tens of thousands of ground soldiers who fought the intimidating British army with unrelenting passion and courage. Kabir Khan’s series on Amazon Prime brings back the focus on the soldier of the Indian National Army (or Azad Hind Fauj), set up by Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, with prisoners of war fighting on behalf of the British. Image Source: https://www.newindianexpress.com/ And what a fight these soldiers gave to the mighty British army! With all resources depleted, barring their own determination and steely resolve, they marched up to Imphal, and gave a tremendous reality shake to the British. Netaji had stirred the patriotic fervo

Are You Emotionally Resilient? Find Out Here

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We have all heard of Emotional Intelligence - a concept that emphasizes on emotional maturity and self awareness.  Emotional  intelligence  refers to the ability to identify and manage one’s own emotions, as well as the emotions of others. ( EI ) Emotional Resilience is the next level of emotional intelligence, that mostly has to do with how you see yourself as an individual, as a part of the social network, and as a member of the world community.  What Emotional Resilience means: Readiness to accept change Willingness to acknowledge failure/flaws in oneself Seeking help without shame Adaptability to situations, both positive and negative Self love and acceptance Connecting to the inner self, contemplation  Mindfulness. living in the moment Comfortable with solitude, as well as in company Drawing inspiration from within Seeking joy in living to the fullest How can I be Emotionally Resilient? Can anyone become emotionally resilient ? Yes and no. Willingness to subjugate the ego is cri