Seven Good Habits – Robin Sharma

 "Seven Good Habits" by Robin Sharma

(Part-II General English: Prose, Poetry, Drama, Grammar, Language Study & Oral Communication Skills - Prescribed to the students of the Affiliated Colleges of Manonmaniam Sundaranar University)

In his essay "Seven Good Habits", Robin Sharma begins by reflecting on the fundamentals of greatness, which he found to be followed by simple and unforgettable men and women. He believes that to be excellent in whatever we do, we must be good, ethical, compassionate, and dedicated. Despite this, many people think that being dishonest or rude will help them get ahead in life, but Sharma argues that this is not the case. He believes that being good has its own value and is the best way to achieve success. 

Sharma quotes the words of Robert Louis Stevenson to emphasize the importance of being good. He then gives seven simple ideas to help individuals raise their goodness quotient. These include being polite, honest, a world-class listener, sending handwritten thank-you notes, performing random acts of kindness, being positive and passionate, and being punctual.

Sharma believes that despite the complexity of modern business ideas, sticking to the basics of being kind, excellent, and passionate is the key to true greatness. He encourages individuals to practice small daily acts of greatness by committing themselves every day to being more excellent, innovative, and good. He believes that these actions will ensure true success.

 In addition to the seven good habits, Sharma also suggests seven ways in which individuals can boost their energy. These include exercising regularly, spending time in nature, avoiding eating after 8 pm, getting a massage, avoiding junk food, reading something inspiring every morning, and drinking plenty of water. 

In conclusion, Robin Sharma's essay "Seven Good Habits" emphasizes the importance of being good, ethical, compassionate, and dedicated in order to achieve true success in life. He provides seven simple ideas to help individuals raise their goodness quotient and encourages them to practice small daily acts of greatness. By doing so, individuals can boost their energy and achieve their goals while leading happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives.