Opportunities Today : February 2005 Issue

Programming for Success !!!

 

Computer has integrated with our day to day life. It has emerged as the greatest tool almost in all human activities. Computer is versatile, quick, and accurate in its functions. A higher level computer is still better; it is faster and has greater utility. We human beings are super computers. Our brain processes numerous day to day activities, makes decisions leading to right action. Mind is the guiding or directing force. A computer is functioning so effectively because it is programmed. Without software it is just a piece of hardware. If programmes are defective the computer will not give right results.

Just as a computer is programmed for suitable application we can program our mind with result- bringing process and store supporting ideas. Through selective inputs and right programming we can make ourselves superb and put super performance to win applause and have pride of achievements.

Generally people act like a handicam that records everything that comes in its range, but as super computers we should select and record or delete any of the inputs or experiences. Using these inputs we can suitably programme our mind. Some of these programmes would be time management for planning our activities. Then comes personal effectiveness techniques followed by communication and presentation skills. These techniques would certainly bring success and satisfaction.

The training of mind starts from an early age. Family is the ideal place for a person to acquire values, traditions and behaviour, while school and college are great grounds for educating oneself, experiencing group interaction and related skills. Work experience also contributes greatly to one's over all abilities. But we need systematic training in special techniques for programming our mind. So we should attend some specialized training besides going to college or working. Such training is essential to go ahead in life smoothly as well as have faster development and growth.

(Readers desiring information on “programming for success” training workshops can send their request to OT editorial office.)