Skip to main content

Book Review: How to Journal for Beginners by Robert Ransom

Introduction Robert Ransom’s *How to Journal for Beginners* is a beautifully crafted guide that transforms the idea of journaling from an overwhelming task into a fulfilling and approachable habit. The book is not just about putting pen to paper; it’s about finding a space for self-reflection, creativity, and personal growth. Ransom’s warm, conversational tone and practical advice make this a standout resource for anyone curious about journaling, regardless of experience. Book Review: How to Journal for Beginners by Robert Ransom What sets this book apart is its gentle encouragement. Ransom speaks directly to beginners, addressing the fears and doubts that often hold people back. He dismantles the myth that journaling is only for those with artistic talent or profound thoughts, reminding readers that every word they write has value. His message is simple but powerful: journaling isn’t about being perfect—it’s about being authentic. Ransom’s approach is refreshingly practical. He does...

Five Dangerous Faults of General: Art of War by Sun Tzu

FIVE DANGEROUS FAULTS OF GENERAL ART OF WAR BY SUN TZU

INTRODUCTION

The art of war by Sun Tzu is one of the oldest military treatises in the world. It was originally written in Chinese which was later translated to English in 1910. The art of war has always been of vital importance to the state as it is a matter of death for its kingdom and people. In this book on Art of war, he talks about different skills and techniques such as laying plan, waging war, attack by strategy, energy use of spies, etc. He also explains the five dangerous faults of the General which can ruin the war. In modern times, these faults must be taken care of while leading a team of corporates/people as well.

THE FIVE DANGEROUS FAULTS

According to Sun Tzu, a ‘General’ plays a vital role in the art of war. A general is usually the one who receives the order from the sovereign, organizes his army, and gathers his forces. General who completely understands the Art of war knows the benefits he can get from the variety of tactics. He also knows how to handle and inspire his army troops. Sun Tzu opines that a general might be well versed with the geography and other configuration of the country but if he does not understand the variety of tactics, he will never be able to do the practical application of his knowledge.
In the opinion of Sun Tzu, there are five dangerous faults of a General, which are equal to sins, which ruins the conduct of a war:
(1) The first is Recklessness: If a general is reckless, there is a tendency of making his decision based on hope, anger, or other dangerous emotions. This leads to the destruction of arms and ammunition, food, and loss of soldiers. It is always better to make decisions based on facts and knowledge which will lead to judicious use of resources. Don't forget to watch the biography of Kalpana Chawla:
(2) The second of five Dangerous Faults is Cowardice: The cowardice of a general leads to capture. A coward general may take the decision not to fight when it is necessary. He takes flight back with his army and loses the battle leading to the capture of land and kingdom. The cowardice along with defeat and capture also brings shame and dishonour to the kingdom.
(3) The third dangerous fault is a Hasty Temper: The hasty temper of the general who is easily provoked can be easily defeated by a cunning enemy who very well knows the flaws of a general. A general who gets angry easily on provocation leads to the hasty action and easily falls into traps set by the enemy.
(4) The fourth fault is a Delicacy Of Honour which is sensitive to shame: A general who is ingrained with a sense of honour is a good thing. It can be hazardous also as the thought of shame to the general may lead a general to enter a battle that cannot be won. This always leads to defeat, loss of people and land.
Five dangerous faults which may affect a general (1) Recklessness (2) Cowardice (3) Hasty temper (4) Delicacy of honor (5) Over-solicitude for his men.png
(5) The fifth dangerous fault is Over-Solicitude for his men: This exposes him to worry and trouble. A general acumen is measured well when he cares for his soldiers, but it turns into one of the five dangerous faults when a general over-cares for his soldiers. It leads to unwise strategic decisions to protect his people. In a state of war, a general should always be ready to send their soldier to dangerous and fatal situations to achieve a greater victory.

CONCLUSION

Being a leader is not at all easy. There are always many ways to lose a battle and very few for victory. To succeed in war, one must also know to avoid failure just as much one must know how to succeed. According to Sun Tzu, whenever an army is thrown, the cause of this defeat will always be found among these five dangerous faults. These five dangerous faults should be a subject of meditation for all the generals who leads the army of People.

Comments

Popular posts from this blog

25 Chanakya Quotes For Success

Introduction Chanakya lived in 4th Century BC. He was one of the first leadership gurus of India. His ideas on how to identify leaders and groom them to rule a nation has been documented in his most famous book Arthashastra. Chanakya Quotes or Chanakya Niti Quotes can transform your life and prepare you for a big goal. We brought a set of 25 Chanakya quotes in english for you today. You can feel and inculcate ethics of Chanakya through these Chanakya quotes. Read these quotes and become a corporate Chanakya. 25 Chanakya Quotes For Success 1. “The fragrance of flowers spreads only in the directions of the wind. But, the goodness of a person spreads in all direction”  ~ Chanakya 2. “Avoid him who talks sweetly before you but tries to ruin you behind your back, for he is like a pitcher full of poison with milk on top.”  ~ Chanakya Chanakya Quotes or Chanakya Niti Quotes can transform your life and prepare you for a big goal. We brought a set of 25 Chanakya quotes in english for y...

21 Principles of Miyamoto Musashi

Introduction Miyamoto Musashi lived during the Sengoku period of Japan. He was a Samurai, a philosopher, and a Japanese swordsman. He was raised as a Buddhist. He was called Kensei that is, a sword saint of Japan as he was one of the world’s greatest swordsmen that anybody has ever seen. Musashi wrote a book called Dokkōdō (The Path of Aloneness”, or “The Way of Walking Alone”) for his favorite student in the last week before his death. This book contains the philosophy of his life as 21 precepts on self-discipline and perseverance. M iyamoto Musashi 21 rules are explained below: 21 Principles of Miyamoto Musashi 1. Accept everything just the way it is: This is the first principle of the 21 principles of Miyamoto Musashi. It means that if we remain attached to our ideas of how things should be in our life, then, there will be no lasting peace. 2. Do not seek pleasure for its own sake: This is the second principle of the 21 principles of Miyamoto Musashi. The pleasure if generated by li...

14 Step Goal Setting Guide: Brian Tracy

Introduction The 14 step goal setting guide by Brian Tracy helps us to achieve our goals faster and easier. Brian Tracy’s goal-setting method is easy to understand and when we use it on regular basis, we will find that these steps leave a very powerful impact on our lives. In the human mind, people feel happy if they are driven to goals but people never get satisfied and they want more and more. Preparation is required to achieve great success, otherwise, when the opportunities come, people will look foolish. 14 steps goal setting guide Step 1: Decide what you want: This is the first step of the 14 step goal-setting guide. Brian Tracy suggests that clarity is the key. You can draw resources that are necessary for achieving your goal much faster if your goal is clear. He wants us to focus on the key areas of our life including our income, family, health, and net worth.  Buy life transforming books of Brian Tracy: Eat that Frog | Goals | No Excuses | Million Dollar Habits Step 2: ...