Introduction Starting a demanding new job often comes with an unspoken pressure to prove yourself. You want to show your manager that you are reliable, demonstrate your skills, and become someone the team can count on. So, whenever another task comes your way, saying yes feels like the safest choice. But what happens when every yes leaves you with less time for your existing responsibilities, personal life, and well-being? Learning to say no is not about avoiding hard work. It is about understanding your limits, protecting your priorities, and making sure your efforts create meaningful results. The Fear of Disappointing Others In a new role, setting boundaries can feel uncomfortable. You may worry that declining a request will make you seem uncooperative or less committed than your colleagues. This fear can lead you to accept unrealistic deadlines, volunteer for unnecessary work, and remain available long after your working hours end. Over time, these habits can create...
Introduction Epicurus is a well-known figure in the history of science as well as philosophy. He believed that we should only believe in empirical evidence and logic. He explained the scientific view of atomism. Epicurean philosophy also suggested that the only way to lead a good and pleasant life is one where we refrain ourselves from unnecessary desires and achieve an inner tranquillity (ataraxia) by being satisfied with simply available things, and by taking the pleasure in having a good conversation with friends rather than pursuing physical pleasures like food, drink, and mating. Epicurean Philosophy for Finding Happiness: Epicurus shared his thoughts on human pleasure, desires, lifestyle, and happiness. Happiness There are three factors Epicurus considered necessary to constitute happiness. Factors for Happiness 1. Tranquillity 2. Ataraxia or Freedom from fear 3. Aponia or Absence of bodily pain People experience happiness at the highest level by the combinations of these factors...