The Rupal Diaries

For woman, Shopping is also a form of self-care and stress relief, it helps boost confidence and happiness. I am sure friends woman and shopping is always a topic of discussion but I am sure you will appreciate the angle that is presented here which deserve recognition of women in shopping. Women often bring a thoughtful and strategic approach to shopping, which should be appreciated. Here are some key aspects of their shopping mentality that deserve recognition. 1. Smart Bargaining :  Women hunt for the best deals and value. 2. Detail-Oriented shopping :  Women research quality, reviews, and brands before buying. 3. Prioritizing Family & Needs Over Wants :  Women prioritize family needs over wants.   4. Creative & Fashion-Forward Choices :  Women have an eye for trendy, affordable fashion ( mix and match) to create stylish looks. 5. Shopping as a Social & Emotional Experience :  Women enjoy shopping as a bonding activity with friends an...

The "love tank" concept is a popularized concept introduced by Dr. Gary Chapman which illustrate the idea of emotional needs in relationships. This concept if applied to any relationship I am sure it can bring happiness. It says that just like a car needs fuel in the tank to run smoothly, individuals have an emotional "tank" which needs to be filled to bring smoothness in the relationship. Love tank represents the need for love, which can be filled or emptied by various actions and interactions. Actions that show love and appreciation, such as quality time, words of affirmation, gifts etc. can fill the love tank. Actions like Negligence ,lack of communication ,disrespect etc. can drain the love tank. This is applicable in any relationship, but here i would like to apply this to parent-child relationship and see the magic. LOVE TANK CONCEPT ( For PARENT-CHILD ) Understanding and practicing the love languages of your child can help to keep their love tank full. This ...

IN THIS ERA, People Prefer TEXTING OVER TALKING. This digital-age phenomenon has transformed the way people listen, consume information and engage in conversations.  While technology offers many advantages, it also presents challenges that impact our listening skills, which are crucial for communication, learning, and personal growth. In the digital age, researchers suggest a mixed impact on listening and hearing skills.  The potential benefits are: Online discussions, webinars, and digital storytelling help people listen to different voices with various perspectives from around the world.  Access to lot of Information AI-powered tools for easy understanding... It is said that Listen not to reply, but to understand.   But in current time, there are challenges that do exist and we need to immediately pay attention on that  to preserve vital listening skills.   Reduced Attention Spans:  The constant flow of information and notifications on social me...

When words get woven into a story,  they transform from simple statements into something powerful and meaningful.  Let's understand the power of story on World story telling day celebration . World Storytelling Day is an annual global celebration of the art of oral storytelling, observed on  March 20 .  History: It began in Sweden in the early 1990s and has since spread worldwide. On this day, storytellers from different cultures share stories in their languages, often following a common theme each year.  Goal: The goal is to promote storytelling as a way to connect people, preserve traditions, and inspire creativity. Events include storytelling performances, workshops, and community gatherings, both in-person and online. Here i would like to take the opportunity to present impact of  Storytelling between Parents especially mother and child. This mechanism has wonderful and countless benefits. Now a days due to excessive use of electronic gadgets these con...

WORD of PARENTS can assure magical results for a child. In my previous article we have seen the power of WORD in communication. Moving ahead let's see how words of parents can impact a child. Words of mother , Words of father   is very important for child's overall development, emotional well-being and mental well-being.  For kids parents are their world.  Our words can, Make them SMILE / cry Make them BOOST CONFIDENCE / self-doubting Make them FEEL SECURE / develop insecurity Make them UPLIFT IN LIFE / discourage Make them LOVE YOU / hate you Make them FEEL FRIENDLY WITH YOU / be conservative Make them FEEL BELIEVE IN YOU Make YOU A ROLE MODEL FOR THEM   For this magic to happen, Use Phrases like  "I believe in you,"  "You are capable,"     "I love you no matter what" in your conversation with child. Your words can make your child feel emotionally secured and  will ultimately influence a child's beliefs, values, and emotional strength ...

Our WORD can change WORLD of someone.   Words are more than just sounds or symbols, they carry meaning, emotions, and influence. While " WORD " and " WOR L D " are separated by just a single letter, their connection runs deep. What we say can shape or impact emotions and even actions of others. Language is a tool for communication. The tone and the words we speak is very important.  Sometimes we need strong words to control the situation but NOT ALWAYS friends.  During normal communication, we can use kind and appreiciable words instead of hard and careless words. Words have the power to build or break relationships.   The way we describe an event, a person, or a situation can shape how others perceive/understand it. Your word can be very important for someone else's world , you might not know about it sometimes. CHOICE IS TRUELY OURS FRIENDS.   Think before you speak – Is it true? Is it kind? Is it necessary? SO let's be part of creating someone else's ...

Holi and Life: A Beautiful Reflection Holi is not just a festival of colours it is a reflection of life itself. The different colours of Holi symbolize the various emotions we go through in life: joy, sorrow, care, love, happiness and challenges. Every emotion has its own importance and its own beauty. The festival also reminds us of letting go. Just as we wash away the colours after playing, we should frequently  clear our hearts of negativity and fears. Water gun (Pichkari) of holi also gives us a message that Spread joy and not harm .  It also explains that whatever you fill inside will be spread outside. If you fill water gun with colour water, thats what will be spread outside. So fill yourself with happiness, positivity and spread it across to others like water gun . Just as Holi brings together people of all backgrounds in celebration, in our life we come across people of different thoughts and nature. And we need to learn to stay with them with unity and happiness. Lif...