Understanding Human Psychology

  There is so much stress on communication in corporate nowadays. With AI coming in and many technical skills becoming automated, communication is being called the skill to build. And I agree, it is important. Very important. But lately, I’ve been observing something. Communication is slowly becoming equal to articulation, only great articulation. If you can speak fluently, structure your thoughts well, present confidently, and use the right vocabulary — you are seen as a “great communicator.” Yes, articulation is a must. You should be able to put your point forward clearly so the other person understands you. But I beg to differ slightly. Communication is not just about how well you speak. It is also about how well you listen. And this is where I see something missing. I’ve noticed people entering conversations already prepared to prove a point. Their focus is on framing the perfect sentence, choosing the right words, building the strongest argument. But in that process, something...

It wasn’t always easy for me to say no. I used to agree to things like dinners with friends, extra tasks at work, just to avoid disappointing others, it even reflected similarly with personal life. But over time, I realized that constantly putting others first left me exhausted and disconnected from what mattered most to me. Learning to communicate boundaries didn’t come naturally, but as I’m learning it and have tried it, it changed everything. One of the hardest lessons was saying no to my friends. I remember a time when I’d be juggling work and family, yet still feel guilty for declining plans. I’d think, “What if they feel I don’t care?” But I learned that honesty is the foundation of any relationship. Saying, “I’d love to join, but I need to spend time with my family today. Let’s plan for another time,” made all the difference. My friends understood because I was clear and genuine. At work, the challenge was different. Admitting “I don’t know” used to feel like failure, as thou...