Most of the educated middle class in any part of the world often curse their circumstances and always aspire and pursue for a better life. Though the role of choice and destiny is often discussed in determining one's status or position but there are some very interesting facts and analysis which can help us understand this concept. The most thrilling as well as threatening factor for any person to live life is the "unpredictability of future events" and the "effect of their outcome" on ourselves. The two very interesting concepts that are worth sharing here is that of the Johari window and the Foce-field analysis:
In brief, the purpose of this theory works for both the individual and the team where the effort is made to minimize the unknown, blind and the hidden area and increase the area of the first quadrant i.e. open and free. The tools and techniques given in the diagram are all based on effective communication. Though in real life, we often get influenced by both the verbalized and the unsaid things hence after studying the above diagram of Johari window, understanding the diagram of force-field analysis is much easier which is as follows:
On a lesser technical note, whatever decision or action we take, there are always driving and restraining forces for the same, however all of them may not be known to us. Also, there are always ways and means to capitalize on our interpersonal skills to bring about required changes in our private and public life. As the greatest gift to human being by God is adaptability, we tend to adapt to our circumstances and make relevant choices that directly effect our being. For every choice or a decision we make, we'll always find driving and restraining forces, however it's always tough to categorize these forces as positive or negative. Sometimes, restraining forces have a great positive impact on our choice and give us more conviction in our decisions whereas driving forces sometimes can also have a negative impact if they're superficial and are merely ego-boosters.
Though the unpredictability of life can never be controlled and the consequences may not always be as anticipated. We need to understand the cause-effect relationship for having a better risk assessment in our lives. The following diagram will definitely be helpful:
On Y-axis there is increasing unpredictability of the cause and on X-axis there is increasing vulnerability of the effect. When both cause and effect are known both the unpredictability and vulnerability are low whereas they become high when cause and effect are unknown. Now our attitude and behavior are the determinants of our actual status in real life. Whatever happens around us gives us a stimulus on which our response is dependent but if we control our response/ reaction, then we can have a better control of our lives. Consider the diagram:
It doesn't take much to understand that if we simply increase some reaction time and allow our self-awareness, imagination, conscience and independent will to operate, we are likely to give a much more balanced response and making this a habit could give us a more controlled life.
Now if we consider the role of supernatural or the presence of the divine power in determining our being, then I won't say that one should shy away from consulting a horoscope which is a very common tradition in India. Though it is worth stating here that even the best astrologers claim that there are three factors which can influence even the most inevitable astrological predictions, these are (in Hindi):
1) Desh: It means one's country. In other words the area of your settlement. You are more likely to grow and prosper in your life if you belong to a place that provides you with better opportunities and wider range of options.
2) Kaal: It means time frame. It is possible that if you were born with the same horoscope 100 years back or 100 yrs ahead from now, you could be someone out of your imagination. Hence, your self-estimation and actualization has to be as per the contemporary standards.
3) Paatra: It means the individual. Your individuality and personality traits have a direct bearing on your being. You may be groomed in a way that could guarantee your future but that may not be reflected in your horoscope. Moreover your own will-power and determination can also be the forces that could help you change your circumstances and life.
Now, I believe that if this article could inspire even a single individual who shows enough temerity to realize his/ her dreams and make his/ her own destiny, it was worth writing.
In brief, the purpose of this theory works for both the individual and the team where the effort is made to minimize the unknown, blind and the hidden area and increase the area of the first quadrant i.e. open and free. The tools and techniques given in the diagram are all based on effective communication. Though in real life, we often get influenced by both the verbalized and the unsaid things hence after studying the above diagram of Johari window, understanding the diagram of force-field analysis is much easier which is as follows:
On a lesser technical note, whatever decision or action we take, there are always driving and restraining forces for the same, however all of them may not be known to us. Also, there are always ways and means to capitalize on our interpersonal skills to bring about required changes in our private and public life. As the greatest gift to human being by God is adaptability, we tend to adapt to our circumstances and make relevant choices that directly effect our being. For every choice or a decision we make, we'll always find driving and restraining forces, however it's always tough to categorize these forces as positive or negative. Sometimes, restraining forces have a great positive impact on our choice and give us more conviction in our decisions whereas driving forces sometimes can also have a negative impact if they're superficial and are merely ego-boosters.
Though the unpredictability of life can never be controlled and the consequences may not always be as anticipated. We need to understand the cause-effect relationship for having a better risk assessment in our lives. The following diagram will definitely be helpful:
On Y-axis there is increasing unpredictability of the cause and on X-axis there is increasing vulnerability of the effect. When both cause and effect are known both the unpredictability and vulnerability are low whereas they become high when cause and effect are unknown. Now our attitude and behavior are the determinants of our actual status in real life. Whatever happens around us gives us a stimulus on which our response is dependent but if we control our response/ reaction, then we can have a better control of our lives. Consider the diagram:
It doesn't take much to understand that if we simply increase some reaction time and allow our self-awareness, imagination, conscience and independent will to operate, we are likely to give a much more balanced response and making this a habit could give us a more controlled life.
Now if we consider the role of supernatural or the presence of the divine power in determining our being, then I won't say that one should shy away from consulting a horoscope which is a very common tradition in India. Though it is worth stating here that even the best astrologers claim that there are three factors which can influence even the most inevitable astrological predictions, these are (in Hindi):
1) Desh: It means one's country. In other words the area of your settlement. You are more likely to grow and prosper in your life if you belong to a place that provides you with better opportunities and wider range of options.
2) Kaal: It means time frame. It is possible that if you were born with the same horoscope 100 years back or 100 yrs ahead from now, you could be someone out of your imagination. Hence, your self-estimation and actualization has to be as per the contemporary standards.
3) Paatra: It means the individual. Your individuality and personality traits have a direct bearing on your being. You may be groomed in a way that could guarantee your future but that may not be reflected in your horoscope. Moreover your own will-power and determination can also be the forces that could help you change your circumstances and life.
Now, I believe that if this article could inspire even a single individual who shows enough temerity to realize his/ her dreams and make his/ her own destiny, it was worth writing.
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