Summer has yet not left us, and monsoon is knocking on our doors. This is one of the worst transitions in the weather. Hot, humid, and uncomfortable, resulting in rashes, skin issues, and chafing. Chafing is a skin rash caused by friction and excess moisture. It can be painful and irritate you while also becoming an obstacle in your day-to-day tasks. You can hardly move and anything active you do feels dreadful. While chafing is usual on hot and humid days, avoiding it is not impossible. A few precautions and some changes in lifestyle and you can do away with chafing forever (pardon our exagg ..read more

Building high-performing teams is crucial for organizational success. A high-performing team consistently achieves its goals and brings exceptional results, surpassing individual contributions through effective collaboration. As a business leader, it is essential to make your teams as efficient as possible.  But what constitutes a high-performing team? Moreover, what are the strategies we can implement that foster such teamwork? This article explores the concept of high-performing teams and provides valuable strategies to enhance collaboration within your organization. Source: PexelWhat ..read more

We know summer is the height of being alive Gary Shteyengart It is almost the end of May and the sun seems to be in full aggression, evening breeze now feels pleasant and the urge to take a sip of an ice-cold beverage has gotten intense. These are the signs of the peak Summers. After a brief winter and a few brutally cold days, Summer has arrived in full swing and knocked hard on our doors. This means we need to embrace ourselves for the long-drawn months of scorching heat. India is closer to the equator and experiences brutal summers for a prolonged period. In the good old days, wise men ha ..read more

Working remotely can sometimes be counterproductive. There are so many distractions when you are working remotely, sometimes some can’t be helped, but on many occasions, you can do something about it. And if you are looking to be more productive and impress your colleagues you have to take this matter into your hands. For some of you, time is of the essence. So you have to work overtime to make sure everything is in order. Unfortunately, what also doesn’t help are distractions. Distractions can completely derail our thoughts and make it difficult to maintain momentum and lose focus and produc ..read more

Awkward silence feels like facing a massive black hole.  The closer you get to a black hole, the more you realize that shit is going to hit the fan. At first, you slowly approach it… but once you get closer, it starts pulling you in stronger and stronger: Time starts slowing down. Your body gets pulled apart. You get shredded to pieces… Until you finally get sucked into nothingness. Source: Pexel It’s Just Like When Having a Conversation During a Date: You start with a few questions. Then you realize you don’t know what to say.  Awkward silence builds up. You panic. Now, the si ..read more

“Dipped in hues of love and trust has come the festival of Holi”  With the transition in weather, comes the joyous festival of Holi. All of us Indians, patiently wait for this time of the year, when we can meet our loved ones, color them, and celebrate togetherness. For our non-Indian readers, Holi is a festival of colors celebrated in the month of March, with the emergence of Spring. This festival is full of colors and is celebrated as a celebration of good over evil. Holi is celebrated by putting colors on our near and dear ones. Pouring colored water and applying colors on the face ..read more

Life is uncertain. Eat dessert first – Ernestine Ulmer Winters in North India are reminiscent of many delicacies; roasted peanuts, jaggery relish, and delicious desserts to name a few. These delicious desserts are usually prepared using seasonal fruits and vegetables utilizing their abundance and freshness. These mouthwatering desserts are intricate, slow-cooked, and carry the legacy of traditional Indian food. One of these traditional recipes is Gajar ka halwa, which can be roughly translated as a slow-cooked carrot pudding, made from fresh red carrots, milk, sugar, and ghee (clarified butt ..read more

Many male celebrities exude sophistication. A lot of people believe that sophistication is something that you either have or don’t, and it’s not something you can emulate. However, there are many hacks you can bring into your wardrobe that will make you look sophisticated. Sophistication is more than fashion and style, it’s about embodying a chic nature, one that is different in different cultures but appreciated worldwide. However, there are many ways in which you can incorporate this fashion movement into your personal style. Here are some of the top hacks on how you can look more sophistic ..read more

  Protein is one nutrient that is essential for the normal as well as extensive wear and tear of muscle tissues in the body. It helps us to gain strength, build muscles and boost metabolism. The macronutrient is even more important for athletes and individuals with an active lifestyle, as they experience even more muscle tears and fatigue. All of us need at least 1 gram of protein per kilo of our body weight. Contrary to popular belief that it is possible to consume the required amount of protein from whole foods but whole foods also contain other add-ons like carbohydrates and fats.&nbs ..read more

Workplace toxicity is one of the major reasons why people switch jobs. One of the primary reasons that lead to workplace toxicity is a toxic boss. Let’s face it – dealing with a toxic boss is difficult. You meet or interact with them on an everyday basis, and your growth and sustainability in the organization largely depend upon their feedback. If your boss is toxic, he is most definitely a micro-manager too. Each of your moves would be noticed and even small mistakes would be highlighted.  However, with the right approach, mindset, and tools, you can maneuver the difficulties that arise ..read more