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Shanta Balu Pawar, of Pune, built a martial arts academy when she was 84 years old. Shanta is a street performer, martial arts instructor, and the sole earner for her 20-person family. Who says that life stops in old age and elderly people have nothing much to do. 86-year-old street performer, Shanta Balu Pawar, founded an institution to teach martial arts and self-defense to the youth of Pune. This school came into being in 2020, after her performance video went popular on social media. Shanta established the school with the enormous assistance of netizens, including celebrities such as Sonu Sood and Riteish Deshmukh. Shanta is a well-known figure on the streets of Pune. She has been practising lathi-kathi and tightrope walking since she was eight years old. And even at the age of 86, neither her vigour nor her dexterity have waned. This 'warrior aaji' performs in the Gosavi Vasti neighbourhood, and her incredible talent also helps feed her 20-member family. ...

You should keep building your mental strength. This is because if you are acting tough you should also be mentally strong. Saying you're not afraid of anything doesn't necessarily imply you're mentally strong. In reality, there's a strong probability you're only pretending to be tough. Acting tough may suit your requirements in the short term by artificially boosting your ego or convincing others to back down, but it is not a viable long-term strategy. In fact, according to a new study done by psychologists at Rutgers University, males who appear strong may face major consequences. The study, which was published in The Journal of Health Psychology, discovered that guys who act tough go to the doctor less frequently. When they consult a male doctor, they are also less honest about their medical symptoms. However, it's evident that guys aren't the only ones who feel the need to appear tough. Here are five signs you are just acting tough, but hav...

There are several ways to get motivated to do something: We show you 3 easy steps for the motivation you need get things done. Motivation can provide the extra push you need to complete a task, but it does not always appear when you need it. If you're having trouble starting or finishing a task, give yourself some motivation to keep going. A little peer pressure can be beneficial, so ask a friend, family member, or group to hold you accountable. If you want to attain long-term goals, make sure you have clear and manageable goals so you can stay motivated throughout the process. Here are the 3 steps for the motivation required to do almost anything. Step 1 : Remind yourself of the reasons why you want to do something Sometimes we need a little push to get started on a task or endeavour. Say out loud or write down why you need to do something. Tell yourself the advantages of completing the task. Remind yourself of the consequences of procrastination. Promis...