Makku - Illusions, Life, Health, General Knowledge and Happiness

The numbness in the small finger (pinky and ring (aswell - sometimes)) could be because of sitting in one posture for a long time like computers and holding up to your chin.

This also could be because of stress in the neck/back, usually it could be caused by a pinch on a nerve called ulnar. Check with your doctor if you have these symtoms, they might suggest B-12 vitamins. Talk to your doctor to make sure it becomes okay.

Good listening plays a very important role in effective communication. Listening is more than just hearing. It means providing support, trying to understand the person. Listening is a choice hearing simply happens.Quote from dictionary.com ” To listen is to try to hear; to hear is simply to perceive with the ear”

Why to be a good listener?

Good listening skills help in..

1) Improving communication which there by will help in reducing stress.
2) Being a better person.
3) Getting close with your family.
4) Building trust and friendship.
5) Improving your productivity at work.

How to be a good listener?

1) Make eye contact with the person. Eye contact shows the person that you are genuinely interested in what they are saying.

2) Keep the focus on them , this makes the person feel cared about.

3) Do not interrupt when the person is talking.

4) Listen attentively.

5) Watch your body language. It says more than words. Do not cross / fold your arms or legs, it sends a signal that you are not interested in listening. Maintain an open position.

6) Lean a little towards the speaker, this shows that you are interested. Leaning away from the speaker displays ignorance.

7) Do not judge the speaker instead LISTEN.

Motivation is the desire to achieve a goal. Even the most motivated ones get de-motivated at times. The million dollar question now is how do we stay motivated? Some points that come to mind are..

1) There may be times when situations play a mojor role in your life sometimes giving you the boost you need and sometimes de-motivating you. Remember to lighten up. Dont get absorbed in the negativity instead channel that energy into something positive. Make it fun.

2) Remind yourself constantly of your goal.

3) Have a vision. Reward yourself for even the smallest achievement.

4) Work hard. The harder you work, the more results you will see, the more results you see the more motivated you will be.