We spend years learning math, language, and science. But no one teaches us how to manage emotions — our own or others’. That’s why brilliant people still struggle with anger, burnout, or fragile relationships.

Most people think: 👉 “O negative blood can be given to anyone.” Sounds simple. Feels heroic. But here’s the truth — it’s not that simple. I’ve seen it firsthand in the blood centre. We call O negative the “universal donor” blood because it lacks A, B, and Rh antigens — the main flags our immune system looks for. So when a patient’s blood group is unknown, especially in emergencies, we grab O negative. It saves lives.

Every one of us is walking around with invisible glasses that color our reality. Most never take them off. But those who do — they start to see. That’s where self-growth begins. That’s where leadership becomes wisdom. That’s where life truly happens.

The most dangerous myth of productivity is that rest is a reward for hard work. It’s not. Rest is what makes hard work possible. When you schedule microbreaks, you’re not being lazy — you’re being strategic. You’re acknowledging that your brain is biological, not mechanical. And that simple shift can be the difference between a career that burns bright — and one that burns out.

We live in a world obsessed with how-tos — how to get rich, how to be productive, how to stay happy. But before the how, there’s always the why. Nietzsche understood it. Frankl lived it. Sinek explained it. And maybe now, it’s your turn to ask yourself:

The most well-known group is the Jehovah’s Witnesses, who strictly avoid transfusions of whole blood and its primary components — red cells, white cells, platelets, and plasma. Their belief comes from biblical passages such as Acts 15:28-29, which they interpret as a command from God to “abstain from blood.”

Nothing gets easier. You just get better. And that’s beautiful — because it means you are never stuck. You are always evolving. When life feels impossible, don’t wish for ease. Wish for wisdom. Wish for strength. Wish for the version of you that can handle anything. That version already exists inside you.

Every minute you spend reading this, scrolling social media, or checking emails is an invisible trade. You’re exchanging life for something — a memory, a task, a dopamine hit. Time management isn’t just about productivity. It’s about deciding what’s worth trading your life for.

Life is fragile. Life is short. Life is now. In the grand timeline of Earth, we are here for a blink. But in that blink, you can love, you can create, you can lift others. Because at the end, nobody remembers the size of your bank account or the square footage of your house. They remember how you made them feel. They remember if you cared. And when you’re gone, your name will not be carved in stone—it will be written in hearts.

The education system may still be outdated, but you don’t have to be. Recognize when you need a teacher, when you need a mentor, and when you need a coach. Get this right, and you’ll accelerate growth in ways classrooms never prepared you for.

Blood letting is one of the oldest medical practices known to humankind. Ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans all used it. For thousands of years, people believed that most diseases were caused by “bad blood” or an imbalance of the body’s four humors (blood, phlegm, black bile, and yellow bile). Which, of course was wrong.

Short story in Blood Donation Theme: Ink in the Veins Prize winner at TRANSCON 2025 Golden Jubilee Conference, Delhi, organised by the Indian Society of Blood Transfusion & Immunohematology (ISBTI)

Willa Cather’s wisdom is timeless: calm gives you clarity, but storms give you courage. If you only chase calm, you’ll stay at the dock. If you only live in storms, you’ll sink. The magic is in embracing both. So the next time chaos hits your life, remember: it’s not punishment. It’s preparation. 🌊

It’s a personality framework that divides people into 16 different personality types based on how they: Take in information Make decisions Interact with the world It’s not some random internet quiz—it’s based on the psychological theories of Carl Jung, developed later by Katharine Cook Briggs and her daughter Isabel Briggs Myers.

The Pareto Principle is deceptively simple. It’s not magic — its power comes from its clarity. When you use it, you stop trying to do everything well and instead do what matters extremely well. If you start today, pick one domain of your life, find your vital few, and give them your best. Everything else? Let it go—or at least stop treating them like equal priority.

Determination is your gift. Never insult it with an apology. You owe yourself the right to try, fail, rise, and try again. Remember Might Dai’s words—etched not just for anime fans, but for anyone who has ever dared to keep moving despite the odds: “Never apologize for trying hard. It is an insult to your determination.”

Blood donation systems around the world share one mission: to provide safe blood to those in need. The details may differ – from collected volume and donation frequency to testing protocols and regulations – but donors everywhere make a difference. By understanding global variations, you can give confidently and safely, knowing you’re contributing to a world of health and hope.

José Ortega y Gasset’s words remind us that we’re not just our circumstances—we’re what we do with them. By assessing your environment, building self-awareness, expanding your worldview, and taking small, intentional steps, you can reshape your life. Look at Oprah, Elon, J.K., and LeBron—they didn’t let their circumstances define them. They changed their surroundings and, in turn, changed themselves.

The art of winning is the art of smart losing. When you become a visionary with a long lens, you free yourself from the fear of small losses and invest your energy into the battles that truly matter. Next time you face a painful “loss,” ask: Am I losing a battle, or am I winning the war?

Prospect theory shows that we’re not always rational—and that’s okay. By understanding why we fear losses more than we seek wins, you can take control of your decisions and stop letting fear hold you back. Whether it’s pursuing a new career, investing in yourself, or letting go of something that no longer serves you, these insights empower you to act with confidence.