The Real Picture of Peace

The past week has been a truly satisfying start to the New Year 2025. Some of the highlights of the first 10 days of 2025 have been:

An amazing completion of a 14 day online cohort program called “High Impact Performer” where 40 participants were able to precisely understand and implement the secret ingredients of becoming High Impact Performers. The way the performers expressed their aha moments and the way they implemented the learnings were actually the real aha moments for me.
The Design Your Year (DYY) which was launched as an online program in Dec 2024 took off with its first offline version for 2025 with a dynamic group of business heads in Kolkata famously known as the Corporate Connections, who began their 2025 on the right note by designing their Best Year Ever.
The Thoughtful Calendar, a brainchild nurtured since long, saw the light of the day with an amazing welcome from you all. The first week of January was actively occupied in the logistical aspects of ensuring smooth delivery of all the orders received. The process included certain hiccups and learnings about having the right kind of reliable delivery partners. And with orders still flowing in, the system is now set on auto-pilot mode.
Completion of my second Masters. While the earlier one was 15 years ago as Masters in Financial Management, this time it has been in a seemingly opposite field, viz. Masters in Psychology. Integrating Psychology, NLP and Coaching is going to be an exciting journey of learning and transformation ahead.
Testing new technology platforms and integrations, where few of you would have actually received last Saturday’s newsletter just yesterday (Friday). The learning curve has been interesting, and I personally apologise for the delay. Good part of it is you received 2 newsletters this week. Yayyy!!!
Thoughtful Thoughts has been another new launch in 2025 with short videos (reels) about some truly impactful quotes from my book Thoughtfully Yours. The nudge for these series has come from all the readers of Thoughtfully Yours who would reach out to me, asking to share my perspective on the thought-provoking quotes in the book. Thank you for the nudge.

Well, I guess my excitement of sharing with you has made the updates itself lengthier than the usual length of this newsletter. But then that is the power of the community and the sharing (check out today’s One Minute NLP below). So now lets dive into this week’s NLP Around You.

Thoughtful Thought

“Troubles double when you are stuck in a negative bubble.” – Dr Mehernosh J Randeria

NLP Quote Corner

“You see, in life, lots of people know what to do, but few actually do what they know.” – Tony Robbins

One Minute NLP – Excitement of Sharing

Excitement is contagious, isn’t it? Think of the rush you feel when you share a victory — a promotion, a personal milestone, or a breakthrough — and your community celebrates with you. That same excitement can also come from sharing your vulnerabilities, like opening up about a struggle you’ve overcome.

In NLP, we recognise the power of connection. Sharing your highs and lows with those who matter creates deeper bonds. It turns mere acquaintances into allies and builds a sense of belonging. The act of sharing amplifies joy and transforms challenges into moments of growth, not just for you but for everyone listening.

So, the next time you achieve something or navigate a tough time, share it. Let excitement be your bridge to authentic, meaningful relationships. Together, you rise higher.

Meta Magic – The Real Picture of Peace

Once the world’s largest art museum announced a painting competition to depict peace, the news spread like wildfire. Artists from every corner of the globe eagerly picked up their brushes. It was as if the entire world had been splashed with vibrant colors, with creativity bursting forth like a garden in full bloom.

When the winner was revealed, the world gasped in disbelief. Among countless paintings showcasing serene landscapes, a radiant sun glowing warmly, blossoms blooming in soft hues, lush green fields basking in light the winning piece was nothing like the others. It showed a furious tornado tearing through the land, leaving destruction in its wake.

Shocked and confused, the painters crowded around the jury, demanding an explanation. “Surely there’s been a mistake!” one exclaimed with a nervous laugh. “This painting has no trace of peace. It’s pure chaos.”

The head judge smiled gently. “No mistake has been made. This choice was deliberate and thoughtful. Perhaps you overlooked the heart of the painting.”

The artists fell silent as the judge pointed to the canvas. “Look closely. Beyond the swirling storm, there’s a small hut. Inside, an old man gazes out of his window. His face is calm, untouched by the raging winds outside. True peace isn’t the absence of chaos. It’s the stillness within, even as the storm rages around you.”

My question- What does your picture of peace look like?

Hook From The Book

“All my life I wanted to be somebody. Now I realise I should have been more specific.” ― The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks Than Others Do in 12 Months

Movie Motivation

“Win a no-win situation by rewriting the rules.” This line by Harvey Specter from the series SUITS highlights the power of reframing and creative problem-solving. By changing the perspective or approach to a challenge, it’s possible to discover new solutions that weren’t previously visible.

This Week’s Winning Post

The Way You See The World is The Way You Shape Your Future

Make sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel for regular short videos on such Thoughtful Thoughts.

In case you would like to recommend these to your loved ones or your team members:

– Join the 5 Day Design Your Year (DYY) Challenge coming up again from 13th to 17th Jan 2025.

– Gift the most treasured Thoughtful Calendar before the Special Launch offer expires.

– A special 7 day Clutter Cutter Challenge organised only for Writernaama members. Curious about Writernaama? Please reach out to its Founder Heena M Shrivastava for details.

– Stay tuned for an exciting announcement of an offline in-person training coming up in February (more details in next week’s newsletter).

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Thoughtfully yours,

Mehernosh Randeria