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As the name indicates, 75 Ways to Happiness is an invaluable collection of 75 value-based stories written and compiled by the well-known author, J.M. Mehta. Each story begins with a line of wisdom expressing the crux of the story and teaching a simple, but important value of life which should be imbibed by one and all to remain happy and become successful. It is a fact that in our busy lifestyle of today, we rarely get the time to understand the singificance of values which form the basis of our lives and help us to remain happy. The value-based stories given in the book basically aim to carve out this happiness and teach us the ways to lead a happy life. There is also a box at the end of each story named ""Something Extra"". This is where the author has emphasised the deep, inner meaning hidden within the story highlighting the moral value associated with it to stay happy and contented in life. Therefore dear readers, go through these 75 invaluable collection of stories and enlighten your mind and soul.

There are three primary aspects of life that contribute to promoting unhealthy stress which ultimately kills -

There is a famous saying "Cooking is one of the oldest arts and one which has rendered us the most important service in civic life." It has indeed made us civilized and changed our lifestyle from the early man to the present man of the 21st century.

Life is never a bed of roses. However, if we know how to negotiate our way between the thorns and hurdles of life. The greatest asset in the quest for success and happiness is our measure of self-confidence. More than half of all life`s battles are won or lost in the mind. Therefore, a person needs to saturate his or her mind with positive thoughts at all times. Our mind will then play host to many big ideas. Converting these big ideas into practical goals and long-term success calls for dollops of vision, hard work and perseverance. This book shows you how to shake off all the sloth and lethargy and get cracking right away on your tasks and goals in life. The book is liberally sprinkled with myriad stories, anecdotes and events that inspire us to follow in the footsteps of those who achieved greatness. It teaches you how to overcome old habits and encumbrances on your journey to the highest peaks and how to mould your circumstances, rather than be moulded by them. And once you learn to face life head-on with loads of self-assurance and self-confidence, success and well-being will be yours for the asking. Highlights: *Learning from the lives of great people: Washington, Rousseau, Ram Mohan Roy, Swami Ram Tirath*Art of Communication and Oratory*Foes of greatness: Inconsistency, Lethargy, Procrastination, Timidity, Monotony*Greatest Comebacks of human history: Roosevelt, Mandela

Our ancient texts are a virtual treasure-trove of wise sayings, and teachings on correct living. And this book is an attempt to draw on this inexhaustible wealth. Here is a collection of Subhashitas (noble sayings in Sanskrit). These sayings reveal a simple, down-to-earth philosophy and convey important morals for the common people with enlightening examples from Nature. Material has been drawn fom celebrated ancient thinkers and philosophers such as Kalidasa, Bhavabhuti, Kalhana, Bhartrihari and others. This book brings together many of their noble sayings with translation and elaboration in simple English. Material for the book has also been sourced from the Vedas, Upanishads, Mahabharata, Ramayana, Puranas, Panchatantra, Hitopadesha, Neeti Shataka and other celebrated works. Besides being enjoyable reading, the book shows the path to true happiness and contentment. Some Immortal Sayings: *The Sun is red at the time of rising, and red at the time of setting too. Similarly, noble peole remain same at the time of happiness or distress. *Mean-minded people discriminate between people as their own and others. For noble men, however, the whole world forms their family. *One must accept sorrow as one accepts happiness - for happiness and sorrow come rotating like a wheel. *People blinded by anger disregard those who have worked for them, hurt holy men and harm themselves. What more can they do? *Fie upon a man who lives without helping others. Hail the animals, for they serve even after their death, by their skin. *Mind wanders everywhere like an intoxicated elephant. Intelligence with God-like knowledge, stops the wandering of the mind and calms it down.

In a world marked by competition personality is the key to success--whether it is social or business or personal or political arena. Interview for IAS or an MNC, meeting with the parents of your prospective bride, addressing a public rally, or delivering a speech in an international conference...if you have a confident and pleasing personality, you will surely make your mark! This book seeks to motivate young men and women, particularly students, to make conscious and continuous effort to build character and develop personality. With deep insight, the author has provided valuable guidelines and practical tips on matters of special interest to students. Further, he has given them the benefit of experience, his own as well as those of eminent persons. Considering the significant role of teachers and parents and their responsibility in molding young minds, the book intends to serve the purpose of building firm foundation for a better personality. Some Glimpses: * Manners make the a man. We should be uniformly courteous to all...humility marks an educated man. *It is more fitting for a man to laugh over life, than lament over it. *The art of writing letters is worth culivating, for one`s own sake, and for the sake of others. *Start building a library, of your own (if you do not already have one)...learn by heart significant speeches or passages...be a student all through your life. *`I have developed a such a detached attitude to food where taste is concerned that life is so much easier, and the hazard of becoming a victim to contaminated food are almost nil.`

Basic aim of this book is to help school students of secondary or higher secondary schools (Xth or XIIth).

The book shows how to achieve your goals by your : *Positive outlook. *Willingness to step out of comfort zones. *Giving up attachment to various things. *Not fretting over the past or worrying about the future. *Ability to live in the present moment and enjoy the simple pleasures of life.

I hope people did not think of me as ill-mannered; I hope I made the right impression on the boss.

English is a unique language which has innumerable great poets and authors from the past as well as the present, who have contributed profusely to its rich heritage.

The book, English Vocabulary Made Easy has been written by Professor Shrikant Prasoon, a well-known and versatile author of many books in English and other languages. The book contains three distinct sections, each containing different types of words that include Countable and Uncountable Nouns, Words in Singular and Plural, Words Commonly Mispro-nounced, Misspelt, Formation of Words, Compound Formation, Duplication, Conversion, Clippings, Acronyms, Comparisons, Antonyms, Synonyms, Prefixes, Suffixes, etc. The main purpose of the book is to enhance and enrich your English vocabulary by reading, understanding and learning as many words as possible; and also their usage in written and oral communication. This book is different from other vocabulary books, as it deals exhaustively with the words, their usage and also there is a grammar portion included in it which will certainly help the readers, particularly the young ones studying in schools and colleges and the ones opting for competitive exams, like TOEFL, Civil Services, Banking Services, Government Jobs, etc.

"A hundred billion neurons, close to a quadrillion connections between them, and we don't even fully understand a single cell! Amazing, isn't it? This complex structure called the brain located inside the human head controls almost all our actions and reactions. The author in this book has collected and compiled several techniques devised by a wide range of researchers, to strengthen and sharpen the human brain so that it? improves the body's immune system and its overall health. The techniques are presented in a systematic manner in the form of chapters and the readers can use them in different situations as per their needs, such as: Seven Ways to Sharpen Attention, Insight and Creativity Mindfulness, Meditation and Self-Coaching Exercise to Be Still Easy Strategies to Boost Your Brain Power Nine Things Successful People Do Differently However, one should always remember that all the techniques given in the book have been provided merely for the purpose of enhancing the readers' awareness of their health potential and not as prescriptions for curing any specific ailment."

"Living in an age of constant gratification, economic influx and fragile egos, happiness has become increasingly elusive, yet it remains the Holy Grail, we search for all our lives. The purpose of this book is to suggest a cure for the ordinary day to day unhappiness which most people suffer from in today's world due to no obvious reasons. Since the goal of every human being on this Earth is to attain Happiness, it is hoped that after reading the book thoroughly and analysing as well as grasping the seven most important and practical steps suggested by the author, such as: - Change is constant - Live in the present - Live free from Attachment - Good Health - You can stall ageing - Be Content which will lead to Happiness - Love and Cheer up to be contented in your day-to-day life - Always think Positively and have Happy thoughts- Laughter/Humour is God's gift to Happiness, one can successfully tackle one's problems in life and achieve one's ultimate goal, i.e., to Remain Happy and Cheerful!

The English word, 'Reiki' has been derived from the Japanese word, Reiki, meaning ""mysterious atmosphere or spiritual energy"". The system of Reiki was developed by Mikao Usui in 1922 while performing Isyu Guo, a twenty-one day Buddhist training course held on Mount Kurama. The book contains all about the traditional Japanese Reiki and the Western Reiki, explained by the author in detail. The salient features of the book are: Uses of Reiki in Everyday Situations, Five Principles of Reiki, How to Heal with Reiki, The Human Energy Body - Meridians, Aura & Chakras, The Various Hand Positions to Heal Oneself and Others, etc. So Friends, the book is a must read for people of all age groups, as it comprehensively deals with Reiki, which is definitely the most effective and wonderful tool of Alternative Healing in the Modern World. There are about 47 other Alternative Therapies briefly discussed in the book like: Aroma Therapy, Acupuncture, Colour Therapy, Chinese Herbal Medicines, etc.

This book will help understand the methods used by Naturopathy which was given a new definition in India by Dr. Jussawalla several decades ago. There are valuable tips on how to lead a healthy life. You can see why Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, Morarji Desai, Meena Kumari and several other well-known personalities resorted to Nature Cure. The book may help you decide whether you need allopathy for immediate relief or if it is a better bet to change your lifestyle completely and remove the cause of the disease from the root. You will get to know the therapeutic uses of water, sunlight, air, massage, other Naturopathic methods, the right diet, the benefits of fasting, the virtues of vegetarianism, the importance of regular exercise, the value of sleep, the need for fellowship and a mind at peace with itself, the effects of colours, herbs, minerals, vitamins, even the zodiac, the harm from Genetically Modified foods, and so on. You can also decide if you need to be vaccinated as the dangers of vaccination are being hotly discussed all over the world now. This book will open a window to the latest research on health, nutrition and fitness sourced from the most authentic and - sometimes -- even irreverent health gurus who oppose mainstream beliefs with sound empirical knowledge.

The book explains elaborately the basic concept of Yoga, its origin, philosophy and aim, and also the relevance of Yoga in the present world. In fact, Yoga has an answer for every possible ailment/disease that affects the human race, including some of the deadly ones too, such as Cancer, AIDS, etc. Initially, the Yogic saints developed the Yogasanas by referring to animals, birds, trees and other creatures in order to stretch or relax. There are innumerable Yogasanas discussed in the book. Some of the well-known among them are: Surya Namaskar and its different poses, Uttana Padasana (Stretched leg Pose), Pawana Muktasana (Wind Release Pose), Naukasana (Boat Pose), Chakrasana (Wheel Pose), Padmasana (Lotus Pose), Halasana (Plough Pose), etc. Another salient feature of the book is that there are different sections, such as: Management of Common Diseases through Yoga, Pranayama & Yogic Diet, Yoga for Seniors, Yoga for Women, Yoga for Children & Students, Yoga for Managing Stress, etc. However, it is recommended that Yoga should always be practised under the guidance of a trained Yoga Teacher/Practitioner.

Art and Craft is a diverse and creative subject that allows kids to explore ideas or concepts and then express it by making something. Today arts and crafts are a great pastime and educational tool for kids. It can not only keep the tiny tots busy and entertained on a rainy day, but also extend a child's fine motor skills, develop concepts like colour or numbers and see scientific processes like gluing and paint drying in action. It also helps to develop the creative instincts of a child, who is ever so enthusiastic to learn and create something new. However, children always need their parents' or teachers' guidance, attention along with love and affection in their lives. Hence, drawing, painting or making simple, yet attractive craft items with them could be real fun and a great way to create a lifetime of memories for you and your children/students, as the case may be. The book is a treasure trove of novel ideas and beautiful creations of Arts and Crafts with easily available objects, such as: crayons, water and oil colours of different shades, glue, scissors, paper, wax, clay, stones, metal pieces, magnets, leaves, flowers, etc. There are collage items, various coloured paper craft items, marble painting, sculpting, greeting cards, paper lanterns, bookmarks, balloon mask, etc. that have been explained in the book in detail, exclusively for school children in the age group of 5 to 12 years. Thus, the book will serve as a useful guide for art and craft teachers as well as parents, who are always keen to decipher and carve out the best for the young ones.

"Science, as we all know refers to a body of knowledge itself, of the type that can be rationally explained and reliably applied. Science is a unique combination of Theory and Practice. A thorough knowledge of this subject is almost impossible without proper practical demonstrations which are also termed as Scientific Activities or Projects. In this book, 71+10 Science Activities, the author has taken up the simple facts and principles of Science, such as: Air Force, Pressure, Weight, Emulsification, Osmosis, Gravity and Motion, Rotation, Types of Energy, Vibrations, Good and Bad Conductors of Electricity, Experiments with Magnets, Light and Sound for children, and projected them in a very simple and lucid language for the readers-- particularly the school kids who can easily perform these activities at home or school, of course with the help and able guidance of their parents, elders or teachers. The book is meant for children of all age groups, particularly from 6 to 13, who can perform and experience the thrill of these fun-filled experiments as well as learn the basic principles of Science easily and quickly. Therefore, this book is a must read for all school kids, especially those from classes, five to nine to learn as well enjoy conducting all the 81 Fascinating Activities listed in the book, each explaining or proving some scientific theory or law. So go ahead children, enjoy reading, learning and experimenting!

""The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather in a lack of will,"" said the famous American football coach, Vincent T. Lombardi. The book, Success 2020 exclusively talks about this will power and the various other ways and methods by which one can develop the will power, self-love, self-esteem, self-confidence, and other such traits that are absolutely essential or rather indispensable for achieving success in one's life. We all are aware of the fact that Success does not come within a day and Success doesn't come easy or fast. We have to strive hard for it with patience, perseverance and sincerity. This book is different and unique in itself from other Personality Development books in several aspects. Some of them are: - It stresses on building and developing a strong character. - It lays emphasis on good conduct, being positive in life, hard work, diligence, sincerity, honesty, etc. - The book explains exhaustively the significance of enhancing one's self-esteem, self-confidence, self-discipline, improving self-image, etc. - It also stresses on being calm and patient, while facing failures as they are the pillars of success. - The book teaches us some valuable concepts through which we can achieve our goals successfully, i.e., even success requires a proper management through goal setting, positive motivation, decision making, self-discipline, etc. This book is a treasure trove for the young generation, particularly the student class who are aspiring to build successful careers for themselves and also for all those enthusiastic readers and entrepreneurs who wish to achieve success and make it big in their lives.

In this competitive world of today, one cannot achieve success only by putting in hard work. One has to imbibe and practise various techniques along with hard work to fulfil one's desires or reach the targetted goals. The book precisely deals with the different techniques, one has to inculcate in order to improve and enhance one's memory power. This is because hard work combined with a sharp memory is an ideal combination and can create wonders! The book has been divided into 30 chapters which denote 30 days in which each chapter symbolises a day, and the author aims to improve and sharpen the memory of all its readers in just 30 days! Basically, each chapter contains all the necessary steps and methods, one must practise in one's daily life to increase and strengthen the faculties of one's brain. Some of the salient features of the book are: - How to improve one's imaginative powers? - How to improve the concentration of mind? - How to remember and successfully perform all our daily activities? - How to prepare notes and excel in exams? - How to remember dates, birthdays, anniversaries, historical dates, incidents, etc.? - How to remember telephone numbers, names of persons, places, terms and terminologies? All the above and much more... Hence readers, it is definitely a must read for all of you, particularly the students and young professionals who are striving hard for a bright future ahead!

If you are looking for a book that guarantees you to give different types of exciting and brain storming questions and answers on various subjects of common interest, such as Science, information and Technology, Literature, History, Geography, Sports, Cinema, Current Affairs, etc., Quiz Time - On the Go... is the ideal one. This is in line with the Quiz Time series which have already been published under the heads: Quiz Time History and Quiz Time Mathematics. The book is a unique compilation of more than 1100 interesting and brainteasing question with answers on all the above mentioned subjects and much more. The chapters have been divided according to the various subjects to make it easier for students to locate the relevant questions along with their respective answers. It is meant for all as it aims to educate and enlighten its readers, irrespective of age, sex, colour, race, profession, etc. It satisfies the curioisties of its readers, particularly the student section and the ones aspiring to successfully compete in different entrance examinations like the Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT), Bank Entrance Exams, CAT or the Common Admission Test by the Indian Institutes of Management, TOEFL, GRE, etc.