The Introvert Diary

Day 2 of my TED Talk series!  Today, I delved into the captivating world of motivation with Dan Pink’s thought-provoking talk, "The Puzzle of Motivation." In an era dominated by social media and fleeting pleasures, staying focused can be daunting. That’s why I turned to Pink’s insights—I believe motivation is the antidote to procrastination. Dan Pink, a masterful storyteller and researcher, challenges the conventional wisdom that rewards drive performance. He convincingly argues that intrinsic motivation surpasses external rewards in fostering sustained effort and satisfaction.                                                   (Image Source: TED Talks YT) Unpacking Intrinsic Motivation  (I've attached a mind map made by me that sumps up the Intrinsic Motivation) Pink breaks down intrinsic motivation into three fundamental components: 1. Autonomy Autonom...

                                            30 Days of Life-Changing TED Talks  Mastering Procrastination: Introduction: Welcome to the first installment of my 30-day series, where I’ll be reviewing life-changing TED Talks and sharing my insights. Along with these reviews, I'll discuss key takeaways, implementation strategies, memorable quotes, and related reading suggestions. Let's dive into the first TED Talk of the series, which tackles a universal challenge: procrastination.                                                                                        Image Source: TED Talks                   ...

So, Here I'm Going to Talk About Anxiety from My Experience: • Where does Anxiety Comes From? • What anxiety really feels like? • What are the types of Anxiety? • When Anxiety Hits? • Which Anxiety Is the Worst? • Will Anxiety Go Away? I'll try to give my personal opinions on these very common questions that millions are still unaware of, based on my experiences in my teenage years and even now. 1. Where Does Anxiety Come From? Ever wondered where anxiety comes from? Spoiler: it's not just in your head! There isn't a complete understanding yet, but here are some of the usual suspects: - Genetics : Yep, thanks, Mom and Dad! Anxiety disorders can run in families. This means if your parents or grandparents had anxiety, you might be more likely to experience it too. - Brain Chemistry : Imagine a faulty circuit in your brain that controls fear and emotions – that's anxiety. Research suggests that imbalances in brain chemicals like serotonin and dopamine can contribut...

  If you're here, chances are you're shy or introverted, feeling a bit lost. Don't worry, you're not alone . I've been there too. And trust me, there are millions of us. In this blog, I'll share my honest experiences growing up introverted. Let's navigate this together. • The Introvert's Journey: Overcoming Challenges with Confidence and Ease : If you're reading this, you're probably a shy person or an introvert, and maybe you're feeling a bit confused and lonely. I can relate. Growing up in India, a very orthodox and religious country, many people don't understand what it means to be an introvert. Even within my own family, I've heard things like, " What? Go outside, move your a**, and go out! " It can be really hurtful when your family doesn't understand your condition.  In this blog, I'll share my unbiased and honest experiences of being an introvert in my early life and teenage years. My goal is to help you feel ...