tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-382931822024-03-29T09:27:47.538+06:00I Am AsifWriting my mind - as much as my mind allows meAsifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.comBlogger172125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-7634840180679774582024-03-08T10:12:00.002+06:002024-03-08T10:12:12.617+06:00The Antidote to Fake News<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh8ng06ZVcfJc31gefJi-xB81BL3GTe3VIWtS0MAA8lP6KmQiAijZ8bTDCnpOL6lfO3AnFCeGxSX6kAQDocihmC2C-7Sssq-1dXa1JKqjryG1RoroBw8SNWcbqrdHuMUcRK-lCRg7ZI_M1NjQv0wDpQxljwNXh5I-Uy7litYIjFw_lDiZCZ4b_/s1080/The%20Antidote%20to%20Fake%20News%201.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh8ng06ZVcfJc31gefJi-xB81BL3GTe3VIWtS0MAA8lP6KmQiAijZ8bTDCnpOL6lfO3AnFCeGxSX6kAQDocihmC2C-7Sssq-1dXa1JKqjryG1RoroBw8SNWcbqrdHuMUcRK-lCRg7ZI_M1NjQv0wDpQxljwNXh5I-Uy7litYIjFw_lDiZCZ4b_/w400-h400/The%20Antidote%20to%20Fake%20News%201.png" width="400" /></a></div><p>We're bombarded with info every day from all over—Facebook, Twitter, Insta, WhatsApp—you name it. Politics, celebs, sports, religion... it's all there. And when we see something 'cool', we share it like wildfire. Reposting on our feeds or firing it off to everyone we know.</p><p>But hold up—how often do we hit pause and think, <i>"Is this actually true?"</i> Not too often, right? And that's why there's so much fake stuff floating around. It's a big problem, as we all know. Those sneaky algorithms just want our eyeballs, so they'll push anything juicy, even if it's total nonsense.</p><p>But here's the thing: we gotta be smarter. More mature. In this age of fake news, it's up to us to stop the spread. </p><p>One golden rule? <b>Don't share stuff unless you're sure it's legit.</b></p><p>Prophet Muhammad (S) stressed how serious it is to spread unverified info. He even called someone who does that a plain old liar! He said, <i>“It is enough for a man to prove himself a liar when he goes on narrating whatever he hears.”</i></p><p>Let's shut down rumors, gossip, and all that fake news nonsense. </p><p>Let’s stop misinformation dead in its tracks—it ends with us. </p><p>Be the door at which all rumors drop dead.</p>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-71847578561287547082024-02-19T10:34:00.002+06:002024-02-19T10:34:51.960+06:00Take The Time to Make the Right Move [Mindful Moments]<p>We face decisions all the time. Maybe it's a sudden opportunity knocking, or a new business idea that needs action pronto. Sometimes it's as simple as a friend suggesting we ditch work for a spontaneous day trip.</p><p>But here's the thing: should we always just go with our gut?</p><p>Probably not. Being grown-up means thinking things through before jumping in. Whether it's a big decision or a small one, taking a minute to really think about it is key. And the bigger the deal, the more we should take our time.</p><p>So, before deciding, stop and think.</p><p>Consider the good and bad. </p><p><i>Who else might be affected by what you decide? </i></p><p><i>What am I saying ‘no’ to by saying ‘yes’. </i></p><p>This is something I’ve always found in my dad. He would never rush to decisions. He would take his time, and tell others to ‘sleep on it’. </p><p>That's the way to make choices—thoughtfully. Considering the impact of the decision. On yourself. On your family. On your work. And on everything else that’s important to you. </p><p>That’s the mature way to decide. Opting to do something not just because everyone else is doing.</p><p>Not to be the nice guy.</p><p>Not to be the popular colleague.</p><p>Not just because you just felt like doing it. </p><p>Take the time to decide what’s the right thing to do. That time maybe 5 minutes, an hour, a day, or a week. </p><p>However long it’s necessary to do what’s right. </p><blockquote><p>“Patient deliberation is from Allah, and haste is from the devil” - Prophet Muhammad (S).</p></blockquote>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-31139482287022688832024-02-13T13:00:00.001+06:002024-02-13T13:00:35.540+06:00Research with Impact: Putting People Before Papers<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh0bXnqEM9w_ooIqnaGbLJpeSs2Py2TWB78YBgdZtnfz17TG2t6Sq3Rs-zheCJECHEWutPWscC_lJk_fLlcFv9GcV4WIMaFVX9GWUgMUQA3T5QS4-WSxdWUNCwYgsRg4gRui4Hcg51f-3F8yPT521RsFhBrKtSrYfSxLUdZVLqIVQJQ-cTpHAQ/s1916/Designer.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1916" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh0bXnqEM9w_ooIqnaGbLJpeSs2Py2TWB78YBgdZtnfz17TG2t6Sq3Rs-zheCJECHEWutPWscC_lJk_fLlcFv9GcV4WIMaFVX9GWUgMUQA3T5QS4-WSxdWUNCwYgsRg4gRui4Hcg51f-3F8yPT521RsFhBrKtSrYfSxLUdZVLqIVQJQ-cTpHAQ/w640-h360/Designer.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>So, when I kicked off my master's journey in Malaysia, there was this big push to churn out papers. Everyone, from research students to supervisors, was all about getting as many papers published in top journals and conferences.</div><br />It got me thinking: is research just about paper counts now? Are we only doing it to snag a degree or a promotion?<br /><br />I always figured research should be the other way around. It's about tackling real-life problems, making lives better, easing suffering. Once we focus on that, the papers will naturally flow.<br /><br />But the problem starts early on, when we're picking research topics. As supervisors, we're telling our students to hop on the trend train. Look for what's hot, what's getting published a lot.<br /><br />But are we telling them to think about how their research can actually help the world? Nope, not really.<br /><br />We need to flip the script on how we approach research. It should start right from the get-go, when we're brainstorming ideas.<br /><br />Instead of asking, "How do I find trending research topics?" or "How do I pick topics for publication?" let's start with, "How do I find research ideas to solve my community's problems?" or "How do I identify problems that need fixing to make lives better?"<br /><br />let's shift our focus in research from chasing trends to addressing real-world challenges. Even if it is on a small scale. By prioritizing problem-solving over paper counts, we can truly make a meaningful impact on society and create research that matters. It's time to rethink our approach and pave the way for a brighter, more impactful future through our work.<br /><br />Let's make research about people, not just publications.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-39221261912950351452024-02-03T00:07:00.005+06:002024-02-03T00:25:45.033+06:00ভান করতে থাকো <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8KQDlo_JIMP4nLkd6e-WxVZYcK7BXbF4Alq1hyuotwbBi5lujIPFOam7L7MaCalAFANvjy4pxLtrbHhyr0EtMda7zbr_PjRbrtJkUr3wDwSG5hyEHSZFMgl2Be1nJfGB7gtEu4kHAQKp24IAmdEw4KmRE20VWXPy6cFFHXbQgDh7sq-BrGEsz/s1200/Professional%20Blog%20Header%20(3).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="627" data-original-width="1200" height="334" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8KQDlo_JIMP4nLkd6e-WxVZYcK7BXbF4Alq1hyuotwbBi5lujIPFOam7L7MaCalAFANvjy4pxLtrbHhyr0EtMda7zbr_PjRbrtJkUr3wDwSG5hyEHSZFMgl2Be1nJfGB7gtEu4kHAQKp24IAmdEw4KmRE20VWXPy6cFFHXbQgDh7sq-BrGEsz/w640-h334/Professional%20Blog%20Header%20(3).png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>Behavioral psychology তে একটা কনসেপ্ট আছে যে, আমাদের শারীরিক আর মানসিক অবস্থা খুব strongly connected. একটা আরেকটা কে affect করে। এটার একটা সাইড খুব সহজেই বোঝা যায়। যেমন কেউ যদি খুশি হয়, তার চেহারায় সেটার প্রতিফলন ঘটে. মুখ হাসি হাসি হয়ে যায়। গলার স্বরেও পরিবর্তন আসে। শরীরে এনার্জি ফীল করা যায়। আবার মন খারাপ থাকলে, মুখটা গোমড়া থাকে, শরীর দুর্বল লাগে। মেজাজ গরম হলেও তার প্রভাব শরীরে পড়ে। এটা আমরা খুব সহজেই বুঝি। </p><p>কিন্তু মজার ব্যাপার হলো, উল্টো দিক থেকেও ব্যাপারটা ঘটে। Body language পরিবর্তন করলে সেটা মনের উপর প্রভাব ফেলে। খুব ইন্টারেষ্টিং কিছু এক্সপেরিমেন্ট এর মাধ্যমে দেখা গেছে এই effect . বিখ্যাত behavioral psychologist <b>Amy Cuddy</b> তার গবেষণায় এরকম কিছু এক্সপেরিমেন্ট করেছেন। তিনি দেখিয়েছেন, একজন মানুষ যদি মাত্র ২ মিনিট কোনো না কোনো 'Power Pose' অর্থাৎ খুব পাওয়ারফুল বা আত্মবিশ্বাসী মানুষের মতো body language নিজের মধ্যে নিয়ে আসে, তাহলে সে আসলেই আত্মবিশ্বাসী হয়ে ওঠে , এবং অন্যরাও তাকে সেরকমই মনে করে! </p><p>একইভাবে আরেক পরীক্ষায় দেখা গেছে, খুব নোংরা কোনো কাজ যখন একদল লোককে করতে দেয়া হলো, তখন তারা স্বাভাবিকভাবেই খুব বিরক্তি প্রকাশ করলো কাজটার শেষে। অথচ আরেক গ্রূপকে ওই একই কাজ করতে দেয়া হলো, তবে তারা কাজটা করলো মুখে আড়াআড়ি ভাবে কলম চেপে ধরে। এভাবে মুখে কলম ধরে থাকলে, মুখটা হাসি হাসি হয়ে থাকে। এই গ্রূপটা অন্য গ্রূপের চেয়ে অনেক বেশি খুশি মনে কাজটা করলো এবং কাজ শেষে তেমন বিরক্ত মনে হলো না, বরং তারা মজা পেয়েছে বললো। অর্থাৎ দেখা গেলো, যদিও তারা হাসছিলো না, তবুও কেবল হাসি হাসি মুখের কারণে সেটা আসলেই তাদের মনে খুশি তৈরী করেছে, তাই একটা অপছন্দনীয় কাজও তাদের কাছে তেমন খারাপ লাগে নি। </p><p>অর্থাৎ ব্যাপারটা এমন দাঁড়ালো, মানুষ যদি কেবল কোনো একটা emotion বা mental condition এর body language কেবল নকল করে, তাহলে ওই condition আসলেই তার ভেতরে তৈরী হয়! তাই psychologist-রা বলছে, এটাকে নিজের advantage এ কাজে লাগাও। অর্থাৎ, কনফিডেন্স এর ভান করো, আসলেই কনফিডেন্স পাবে। নিজেকে একজন potential candidate হিসেবে দেখো, সেরকম act করো, আসলেই সেরকম যোগ্য ব্যক্তির মতো মানসিকতা তৈরী হবে। ইংরেজিতে প্রচলিত কথা আছে, <i>fake it till you make it</i>, তবে Amy Cuddy একধাপ আগে বেড়ে বলছেন, "<i><b>Fake it till you become it"</b></i>. অর্থাৎ, এরকম acting করতে করতে শুধু একটা ইন্টারভিউ, বা একটা পরীক্ষা পার হয়ে যাওয়াই না, বরং নিজেকে আসলেই বদলে ফেলো, সত্যিকার অর্থেই সেরকম successful হয়ে যায় যাও যেমন তুমি pretend করছো। এবং সেটা আসলেই সম্ভব। এই গবেষক স্বয়ং তার প্রমাণ। </p><p>---------------------------------------------------------------</p><p>এই ব্যাপারটা নিয়ে আমি জানি অনেক আগে থেকেই। Amy Cuddy এর সেই বিখ্যাত TED Talk শুনেছি অনেক অনেক বার। তবে সম্প্রতি এই বিষয়টার সম্পূর্ণ নতুন একটা সাইড সামনে আসলো। এতদিন ব্যাপারটা কে শুধু worldly matters-এই applicable মনে করেছি। কখনও মাথাতেই আসেনি যে,, এটা তো দীনি ব্যাপারেও প্রয়োগ করা সম্ভব। </p><p>আমরা তো আল্লাহওয়ালা হতে চাই তাই না? তাহলে আল্লাহওয়ালাদের মতোই আচার আচরণ করি না কেন? মন থেকে আসছে না, তবুও তাদের মতো ভান করি। অন্যকে ধোকা দেয়ার জন্য না, নিজের psyche কে rewire করার জন্য। তাদের মতো ধীরে নামাজ পড়ি, দুআ করি, দৃষ্টি নামিয়ে রাখি। হাফিজরা কত তেলাওয়াত করে, হিংসা হয়? তাহলে pretend করি আমিও হাফেজ, তাদের মতোই যখন তখন কুরআন খুলে পড়তে লেগে যাই! </p><p>মজার ব্যাপার হলো, আমাদের বড়দের কথাতেও কিন্তু এর ইঙ্গিত পাওয়া যায়। যেমন হাদিসে আছে, তিলাওয়াতের সময় কান্না না এলে কান্নার ভান করো! অর্থাৎ কুরআনের প্রভাবে কান্না আসার কথা, তবে যদি না আসে, তাহলে কান্নার ভান করলেও ওই effect পাওয়া যাবে! </p><p>নামাজের মানসিক অবস্থার কারণে শরীরে স্থিরতা আসার কথা। কিন্তু বলা হয়, যদি অন্তরের একাগ্রতা না আসে, তাহলে নামাজের বাহ্যিক বিষয়গুলোতে মনোযোগ দাও। শান্তভাবে দাড়াও, রুকু সিজদা লম্বা করো, ধীরে ধীরে তিলাওয়াত করো। এভাবে দিনের পর দিন চেষ্টা করতে থাকলে, দেখা যাবে এই বাহ্যিক স্থিরতার প্রভাব মনের উপরেও পড়বে, নামাজে খুশু আসবে! অর্থাৎ মনের খুশু যদি না থাকে, আমি এমন ভান করি যে আমার মন খুব স্থির, সেকারণেই খুব স্থিরতার সাথে নামাজ পড়ছি। এভাবে pretend করতে করতে আসলেই এক সময় মনে স্থিরতা চলে আসবে, সত্যিকার খুশু আসবে।</p><p>সুবহানআল্লাহ ! "Fake it till you become it" -এর এরচেয়ে ভালো প্রয়োগ আর কি হবে?</p>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-85522175810413558842024-02-01T12:00:00.000+06:002024-02-01T12:00:21.887+06:00Serving Beyond Ourselves [Mindful Moments #2]<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFZ1AfKSv_7ie-oWPikUSEjsZcGgmKkN46UpLfaQP7A8RMuE2kIp99hwW7if7lNIdHHGsWcKneP0JdHeNrZiVFCpG0H3YGZt_jvda5eyyGJHS_FCBw7JPM9z4qvAVriVPaUpyYw6asJ5GVeK2Gsg2k52MKIK_SsX_AB4-rrD44XNessr8sMup4/s1916/Design.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1916" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFZ1AfKSv_7ie-oWPikUSEjsZcGgmKkN46UpLfaQP7A8RMuE2kIp99hwW7if7lNIdHHGsWcKneP0JdHeNrZiVFCpG0H3YGZt_jvda5eyyGJHS_FCBw7JPM9z4qvAVriVPaUpyYw6asJ5GVeK2Gsg2k52MKIK_SsX_AB4-rrD44XNessr8sMup4/w640-h360/Design.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>We're always careful about where we spend our money, time, and effort. It's natural to look for good opportunities to invest our money so it can grow over time. We also worry about whether we're wasting time or not. But if we look back, we often see that we're spending our resources on things that only benefit ourselves or our close family.</p><p>It's important to look for opportunities to put our efforts into things that are bigger than just our own group. We should spend time, money, and energy on things that go beyond personal pleasure or fulfilling our own needs and our family's needs. Let's try to include people from our neighborhood or community in our circle so that our time, effort, or money can benefit others who are not directly related to us.</p><p>Maybe you're helping just one person from the neighborhood or one family from the community, or supporting a cause that benefits your society or the Muslim Ummah. This way, some of the effort you're putting in, whether it's physical abilities, time, or money, is helping a cause that is larger than just yourself or your immediate family.</p><p>These are the opportunities we should always look for, as Muslims and responsible members of society. When we find purposes like that—purposes that are bigger than ourselves—only then can we find a meaningful and content life. These purposes can bring us joy that can't be bought with money or new things for our household.</p><p>The happiness that comes from putting a smile on another person's face, the contentment from fulfilling the needs of another family, and the satisfaction from serving people without expecting anything in return—these feelings are incomparable to what you can get from material possessions.</p><p>So, let's all look out for opportunities like that. Only then can we experience true contentment in life.</p>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-52080085820566820532024-01-26T12:45:00.004+06:002024-01-26T12:45:55.745+06:00ড: হাসিবের গল্প <p><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; white-space-collapse: preserve;">এনার্জি কনভার্শন কোর্সের প্রথম ক্লাস আজ। থার্ড সেমিস্টারের ছাত্ররা ক্লাস শুরুর আগে বসে আড্ডা দিচ্ছে। সময়মতোই ক্লাসে ঢুকলেন ড. হাসিব হায়দার স্যার। এই স্যারের ক্লাস আগে করেনি ওরা, তবে নাম শুনেছে বড় ভাইদের কাছে। হাসিব স্যারের ক্লাস নাকি ভার্সিটি লাইফে সবচেয়ে মজার। সেই সাথে স্যার নাকে খুব ফ্রেন্ডলি আর মোটিভেশনাল। স্যারের এই কোর্সের ব্যাপারে সবারই তাই বেশ উৎসাহ। </span></p><span id="docs-internal-guid-7a00b87e-7fff-4299-6d2a-26c96816bb05"><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">স্যার রুমে ঢুকেই উজ্জ্বল একটা হাসি দিয়ে বললেন, </span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 0; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘কি অবস্থা সবার??’</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘ভালো স্যার’ </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘অল্প ভালো নাকি বেশি ভালো?’</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘বেশি ভালো স্যার’ </span></p></li></ul><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">সব ক্লাসেই টিপিকাল একটা ফাজিল থাকে, সেরকমই একটা পেছন থেকে বলে উঠলো </span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 0; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘বেশি ভালো নাই স্যার’ </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘কেন?’</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘সেমিস্টারের প্রথম দিন, আর আপনারা ক্লাস নিতে এসে পড়লেন। একদিন না পড়াইলে কি হইতো?’</span></p></li></ul><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">হাসির রোল উঠলো ক্লাসে। হাসিব স্যারও হেসে দিলেন তার বিশাল হাসি, </span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 0; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘আরে আজকে পড়াবো কেন, পাগল নাকি?’</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘তাহলে আজকে কি হবে স্যার?’ </span></p></li></ul><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">মনে হয় অনেকটা মন খারাপ করেই জিজ্ঞেস করলো ফার্স্ট বেঞ্চের ভারী ফ্রেমের চশমা পড়া আঁতেল। </span></p><br /><ul style="margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 0; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘তোমাদের সাথে প্রথম ক্লাস। তোমাদের সাথে গল্প করবো। তোমাদের পরিচয় জানবো।’ </span></p></li></ul><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">একে একে হাসিব স্যার সবার পরিচয় নিলেন। বাড়ি কোথায়। প্ল্যান কি। হবি কি। এই সব আর কি। </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">সবার বলা শেষে বোর্ডে নিজের নাম বড় করে লিখলেন, </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><b style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Dr. Hasib </b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><b>Haider</b></span></span><b style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; white-space-collapse: preserve;">.</b></span></p><br /><ul style="margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 0; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘স্যার আপনার কথা বলেন এবার।’</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘আরে আমার কথা তো বিশাল লম্বা! বলতে গেলে পুরা কোর্স লাগবে একটা।’ </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘অল্প কিছু বলেন স্যার, আপনার পড়াশুনার কথাই না হয়…’ </span></p></li></ul><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">সামনের বেঞ্চের আঁতেলটা চশমাটা নাকের উপর ঠেলে দিয়ে বললো, </span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 0; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘স্যার, আপনার পিএইচডি করার গল্পটাই শোনান।’ </span></p></li></ul><div><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></span></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">হাসিব স্যারের চেহারায় হঠাৎ কেমন যেন পরিবর্তন দেখা গেলো। কিছুক্ষনের জন্য কালো হয়ে গেলো মুখটা। দৃষ্টি যেন সরে গেলো খুব দূরে কোথাও। যেন অনেক দিন আগের কোন দিনে ফিরে গেছে মনটা। </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">খানিক পরেই আবার তার হাস্যজ্বল এক্সপ্রেশন ফিরে আসলো, </span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 0; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘হ্যা, এই গল্পটা বলাই যায়!’</span></p></li></ul><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">একটা লম্বা দীর্ঘশ্বাস ফেলে , হেটে হেটে বলতে শুরু করলেন ড. হাসিব - </span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 0; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘আমি যখন টিচার হিসেবে জয়েন করি, আমার তখন পিএইচডি ডিগ্রি ছিল না। শুধুমাত্র মাস্টার্স করা ছিল। কিন্তু রিসার্চের প্রতি আমার ছিল অনেক আগ্রহ। পিএইচডি তে ভর্তি হয়েছিলাম, কিন্তু চাকরির প্রেশারে সেটা আগায়নি বেশি দূর। </span></p></li></ul><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 36pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">এদিকে আমার ক্লোস কলিগরা সবাই পিএইচডি-ধারী। আমার চলাফেরা, ওঠাবসা সবসময়ই তাদের সাথে। একসাথে রিসার্চ করতাম। পাবলিকেশন করতাম। বেশ কয়েকটা পুরস্কারও পেলাম রিসার্চের জন্য। ভার্সিটির সবাই আমাকে ভালো রিসার্চার হিসেবেই জানে। কিন্তু…..’</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">কিছুক্ষনের জন্য চুপ হয়ে গেলেন স্যার। ‘কিন্তু কি স্যার?’</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">‘কিন্তু রিসার্চ যাই করি না কেন, পিএইচডি নেই বলে সবসময় ডিপ্রেসড থাকতাম। এদিকে প্রমোশনও হচ্ছে না ডিগ্রির অভাবে। এভাবে মন মরা হয়ে যেতে লাগলাম দিনকে দিন। একদিন আমাদের সিনিয়র স্যার প্রফেসর কবির আমাকে ডেকে নিলেন তার অফিসে। তিনি আমার ডিপ্রেশনের ব্যাপারে জানতেন। বললেন, </span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 0; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘দেখো হাসিব, তোমাকে কয়েকটা প্রশ্ন করবো, ঠিক ঠিক জবাব দিবে, ওকে?’</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘অবশ্যই স্যার’ </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘তুমি কি বিশ্বাস কর তুমি একজন রিসার্চার?’</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘জি স্যার’ </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘তোমার কি তোমার পিএইচডি করা কলিগদের মতোই গবেষণা করতে ভালো লাগে?’</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘খুবই ভালো লাগে স্যার’ </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘তুমি কি মনে করো যে তোমার রিসার্চ তোমার পিএইচডি-ধারী কলিগদের মতোই ভালো মানের?’</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘তা তো অবশ্যই, আমার রিসার্চ পেপারগুলো তো তাদের সাথেই লিখছি।’ </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘তাহলে তুমি আজ থেকে, মন থেকে, গভীরভাবে বিশ্বাস করবে, তুমিও পিএইচডি করেছো।’</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘কিন্তু স্যার, পিএইচডি তো আমি আসলেই করিনি, শুধু মাস্টার্স করেছি।’</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘পিএইচডি না করে থাকলেও, তোমার আচার আচরণ, কথাবার্তা, কাজকর্ম, তোমার পাবলিকেশন, সব কিছুই ডক্টরেটদের মতো। তাই তোমার পূর্ণ অধিকার আছে নিজেকে ডক্টরেট বলে দাবি করার। নামের আগে ‘ড:’ লেখার !!’</span></p></li></ul><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">কবির স্যারের কোথায় চোখে পানি চলে আসলো। কতদিনের অপূর্ণ স্বপ্ন! নামের আগে ‘ড:’ বসাবো! ভেবেছিলাম কখনোই পূর্ণ হবে না। কিন্তু না। সেই স্বপ্ন আজ সত্যি। </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">কোনো প্রতিষ্ঠান থেকে পিএইচডি পাইনি ঠিকই, কিন্তু মনে প্রাণে, কোথায় কাজে আমি একজন ডক্টরেট। তাই সেদিনের পর থেকে, নিজেকে আর লুকিয়ে না রেখে, গর্বের সাথেই নিজের পরিচয় দেই …</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><b>Dr. Hasib Haider</b></span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">রুদ্ধশ্বাস শুনছিলো সবাই। স্যারের গল্প শেষে সবাই এক সাথে উঠে দাঁড়িয়ে তালি দিয়ে উঠলো। কাউকে দেখা গেলো আস্তিনে চোখ মুছতে। </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">ব্যাক বেঞ্চার সেই ফাজিলটা চোখ মুছতে মুছতে এগিয়ে আসলো সামনে। স্যারের সাথে হাত মিলিয়ে বললো, </span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 0; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘স্যার তাহলে আসি। ‘</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘আরে যাচ্ছ কোথায়, ক্লাস টাইম তো এখনো বাকি। Attendance নিবো না?’ </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘স্যার, আমার আর এই কোর্স লাগবে না।’</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-wrap: wrap; vertical-align: baseline;">‘তার মানে?’</span></p></li></ul><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">আবেগ জড়ানো কণ্ঠে সে বললো, ‘স্যার, এই কোর্সটা এই নিয়ে তিনবার রিটেক নিলাম। পাশ করতে পারছিলাম না কোনোভাবেই। কিন্তু আমি সবসময়ই বিশ্বাস করি আমি এই কোর্স পাশ করার যোগ্য। আজ আপনার কথা শুনে মনে হলো, এই বিশ্বাসটাই আসল। আজ থেকে আমি বিশ্বাস করি, এই কোর্সে আমি পাশ করেছি। তাই আমার আর এই কোর্স করার দরকার নেই। থ্যাংক ইউ স্যার! থ্যাংক ইউ সো মাচ! ’</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">হাসিব স্যার খুশিতে বাকরুদ্ধ হয়ে গেলেন। অন্তত এই একটা ছেলের জীবনেও যদি পরিবর্তন এনে দিয়ে থাকেন, তাহলেই জীবন সার্থক। </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;">গর্বে বুক ফুলে উঠলো তার!</span></p><div><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-alternates: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></span></div></span>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-64479074869720680482023-12-11T18:38:00.007+06:002023-12-11T18:38:58.173+06:00 A Lively Exchange of Thoughts<p><span style="background-color: white; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">As a part the </span><a data-attribute-index="0" data-entity-type="MINI_COMPANY" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/international-conference-on-sustainable-technologies-for-industry-4-0/" style="background-color: white; border: var(--artdeco-reset-link-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: var(--font-weight-bold); line-height: inherit !important; margin: var(--artdeco-reset-base-margin-zero); overflow-wrap: normal; padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); position: relative; text-decoration: var(--artdeco-reset-link-text-decoration-none); touch-action: manipulation; vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); word-break: normal;">2023 5th INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGIES FOR INDUSTRY 5.0 (STI 2023)</a><span style="background-color: white; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> conference at </span><a data-attribute-index="2" data-entity-type="MINI_COMPANY" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/greenuniversity/" style="background-color: white; border: var(--artdeco-reset-link-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: var(--font-weight-bold); line-height: inherit !important; margin: var(--artdeco-reset-base-margin-zero); overflow-wrap: normal; padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); position: relative; text-decoration: var(--artdeco-reset-link-text-decoration-none); touch-action: manipulation; vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); word-break: normal;">Green University of Bangladesh</a><span style="background-color: white; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">, we recently had an engaging dialogue between some brilliant minds from the fields of technology, industry and academia. Together we explored the realms of technology advancement, local expertise growth, collaboration strategies, sustainability practices, and Bangladesh's trajectory for the next decade.</span></p><span style="background-color: white; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">We had the privilege of having with us Prof. Dr. </span><a data-attribute-index="4" data-entity-type="MINI_PROFILE" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAF2WCwBA0PwF3SoGAerNFXckawGlltqMEA" style="background-color: white; border: var(--artdeco-reset-link-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: var(--font-weight-bold); line-height: inherit !important; margin: var(--artdeco-reset-base-margin-zero); overflow-wrap: normal; padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); position: relative; text-decoration: var(--artdeco-reset-link-text-decoration-none); touch-action: manipulation; vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); word-break: normal;">Khondaker A. Mamun, PhD</a><span style="background-color: white; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">, a veteran in the fields of technology development, entrepreneurship and academic research; one of the leading AI experts from our own country and founder of </span><a data-attribute-index="6" data-entity-type="MINI_COMPANY" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/intelligentmachines/" style="background-color: white; border: var(--artdeco-reset-link-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: var(--font-weight-bold); line-height: inherit !important; margin: var(--artdeco-reset-base-margin-zero); overflow-wrap: normal; padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); position: relative; text-decoration: var(--artdeco-reset-link-text-decoration-none); touch-action: manipulation; vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); word-break: normal;">Intelligent Machines</a><span style="background-color: white; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">, </span><a data-attribute-index="8" data-entity-type="MINI_PROFILE" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAT6yEoByQ7snPEpUOs7AiRi-UkIMj6kxwE" style="background-color: white; border: var(--artdeco-reset-link-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: var(--font-weight-bold); line-height: inherit !important; margin: var(--artdeco-reset-base-margin-zero); overflow-wrap: normal; padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); position: relative; text-decoration: var(--artdeco-reset-link-text-decoration-none); touch-action: manipulation; vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); word-break: normal;">Mohammad Oli Ahad</a><span style="background-color: white; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">; visionary young industrialist </span><a data-attribute-index="10" data-entity-type="MINI_PROFILE" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAACQebOkBHbeVvvLklQt0geH23SI7-F0Lrjk" style="background-color: white; border: var(--artdeco-reset-link-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: var(--font-weight-bold); line-height: inherit !important; margin: var(--artdeco-reset-base-margin-zero); overflow-wrap: normal; padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); position: relative; text-decoration: var(--artdeco-reset-link-text-decoration-none); touch-action: manipulation; vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); word-break: normal;">Golam Murshed</a><span style="background-color: white; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">; and industry expert with a vast experience Engr. Md. Selim Reza.</span><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: inherit; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: inherit !important;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">The session was chaired by none other than </span><a data-attribute-index="12" data-entity-type="MINI_PROFILE" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAA92qkwBwmPXqFAqvJ2mA_7T1ZGaOYz2Wek" style="background-color: white; border: var(--artdeco-reset-link-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: var(--font-weight-bold); line-height: inherit !important; margin: var(--artdeco-reset-base-margin-zero); overflow-wrap: normal; padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); position: relative; text-decoration: var(--artdeco-reset-link-text-decoration-none); touch-action: manipulation; vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); word-break: normal;">Prof. Md.G. Samdani Fakir</a><span style="background-color: white; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">, our former vice chancellor and a legendary figure in education development in Bangladesh.</span><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: inherit; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: inherit !important;" /><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: inherit; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: inherit !important;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">It was an absolute honor for me to be able to moderate the session, facilitating the discussion between the panelists. 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font-size: 20px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">There are so many pieces of tech that we directly or indirectly benefit from that we take for granted completely. The sewing machine has been around for more than 200 years. Every piece of clothing we've ever worn surely has come through some sort of a sewing machine. But have we ever wondered about the brilliance of the human mind over several decades that's behind the development of this mechanical marvel?</span></p><p style="--artdeco-reset-typography_getfontsize: 1.6rem; --artdeco-reset-typography_getlineheight: 1.5; background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; cursor: text; font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 20px; line-height: var(--artdeco-reset-typography_getLineHeight); margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); white-space-collapse: preserve;">Yet another brilliant video by one of my favorite channels <a class="yt-formatted-string yt-simple-endpoint" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHnyfMqiRRG1u-2MsSQLbXA" spellcheck="false" style="background: var(--yt-formatted-string-contenteditable-endpoint-background); border-radius: var(--yt-formatted-string-contenteditable-endpoint-border-radius); cursor: var(--yt-formatted-string-contenteditable-endpoint-cursor); display: var(--yt-endpoint-display,inline-block); max-width: var(--yt-formatted-string-contenteditable-endpoint-max-width); overflow-wrap: var(--yt-endpoint-word-wrap,none); overflow: var(--yt-formatted-string-contenteditable-endpoint-overflow); pointer-events: var(--yt-formatted-string-contenteditable-endpoint-pointer-events); text-decoration: var(--yt-endpoint-text-regular-decoration,none); text-overflow: var(--yt-formatted-string-contenteditable-endpoint-text-overflow); vertical-align: var(--yt-formatted-string-contenteditable-endpoint-vertical-align); white-space: var(--yt-formatted-string-contenteditable-endpoint-white-space); word-break: var(--yt-endpoint-word-break,none);"> @veritasium </a>!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="386" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/RQYuyHNLPTQ" width="465" youtube-src-id="RQYuyHNLPTQ"></iframe></div><br /><p style="--artdeco-reset-typography_getfontsize: 1.6rem; --artdeco-reset-typography_getlineheight: 1.5; background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; cursor: text; font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 20px; line-height: var(--artdeco-reset-typography_getLineHeight); margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); white-space-collapse: preserve;"><br /></p>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-30468790398380454322023-11-20T19:11:00.003+06:002023-11-20T19:11:45.422+06:00How NOT to react to a different perspective<p> How should you react if your perspective is challenged?</p><p>There is no doubt that generative AI models are hampering the development of original content. Previously aspiring writers had to spend days to read and study a particular writing style and then try to implement that tone into their own writing. Now they can simply paste a sample text and ask GPT models to write something for them in similar tone and language. This threat to original writing content is simply common sense and is quite naturally acknowledged even by AI developers.</p><p>This should be quite easy to acknowledge, right?</p><p>Well today I came across a profile who claims to 'help people become efficient academic writers with the help of AI'. Ok so far.</p><p>But in one post he said the following:</p><p><i>"A lot of folks think ChatGPT will kill original writing.</i></p><p><i>Apps like ChatGPT will make original writing insanely profitable.</i></p><p><i>The better writer you are, the better instructions you will be able to write for customizing chatbots.</i></p><p><i>The better you customize chatbots the more money you make."</i></p><p>Quite astonishing! In the beginning of the post he's talking about people worried about chatgpt killing 'original writing', but later he tries to debunk that threat by saying you can actually use your writing skills to instruct gpt to make better chatbots, which makes more money!</p><p>So this guy is equating original writing (pouring hours into constructing your sentences, paragraphs, tones etc. to come up with original literary, creative or academic writing) with 'writing' to instruct gpt to make better chatbots to make money. How can that even make sense?</p><p>The story doesn't end there. I politely brought his attention to the difference between original writing, and writing chatgpt prompts. Just a few hours later when I checked back, I found that he silently removed my comment 🤣😂.</p><p>Don't get me wrong. Someone can build a business around helping people learn GPTs for academic purpose. But mixing up original writing with writing prompts for the sake of promoting your own courses is definitely wrong. Moreover, when someone actually presents a different perspective, it's better to try to learn from that viewpoint rather than shutting it down.</p><p>Here's hoping for more maturity and ethical practice in professionals. Including myself.</p><div><br /></div>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-51984761161985651062023-11-15T21:55:00.001+06:002023-11-15T21:55:13.206+06:00The passion to learn and teach<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="352" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/TbhF7jTLlG4" width="482" youtube-src-id="TbhF7jTLlG4"></iframe></div><br /><p style="--artdeco-reset-typography_getfontsize: 1.6rem; --artdeco-reset-typography_getlineheight: 1.5; background-color: white; border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; cursor: text; font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 20px; line-height: var(--artdeco-reset-typography_getLineHeight); margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); white-space-collapse: preserve;">This is the kind of passion that I admire so much (and feel so jealous of). This guy built a fully transparent, fully functional engine, all by himself using simple machining tools in his garage. All by hand. </p><p style="--artdeco-reset-typography_getfontsize: 1.6rem; --artdeco-reset-typography_getlineheight: 1.5; background-color: white; border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; cursor: text; font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 20px; line-height: var(--artdeco-reset-typography_getLineHeight); margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); white-space-collapse: preserve;">If only us teachers had a slight portion of such enthusiasm to learn and teach. Tiny bits of creativity, just a few moments of thinking outside the box, could take our teaching-learning experience to a whole new level. </p><p style="--artdeco-reset-typography_getfontsize: 1.6rem; --artdeco-reset-typography_getlineheight: 1.5; background-color: white; border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); counter-reset: list-1 0 list-2 0 list-3 0 list-4 0 list-5 0 list-6 0 list-7 0 list-8 0 list-9 0; cursor: text; font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 20px; line-height: var(--artdeco-reset-typography_getLineHeight); margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); white-space-collapse: preserve;">Instead.... we just stick to the old PowerPoint slides that we made ten years ago when we started our teaching career. Because it's the easy way out. </p>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-64185820655648965652023-11-07T14:40:00.003+06:002023-11-07T14:40:53.921+06:00Pods & Pages [#11]: The Secret to Becoming a Better Listener [Podcast Rec]<p>Explore a thought-provoking discussion in a world filled with noise and distractions. Learn how to centralize your listening skills for personal growth, enriching relationships, and deepening your spiritual connection in this recommended podcast episode.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZpif7NQ3ySm5S-4EXEHhGlsKvc_AZglrYw5CKGuzkE9s9ht0H_HuS0hxFcsg7IdF8CL-VrzI-Wtr6TRc6WC540eXunnD7O3EB45LdB5zLQt3BUj2XP1Pic9M3SL-0fkNq8lKlDuDsZv9_3opdt2dA6mtWWRB8QBlTa6CEY6LGu1Mx78mfIIW4/s1200/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic%20(1).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZpif7NQ3ySm5S-4EXEHhGlsKvc_AZglrYw5CKGuzkE9s9ht0H_HuS0hxFcsg7IdF8CL-VrzI-Wtr6TRc6WC540eXunnD7O3EB45LdB5zLQt3BUj2XP1Pic9M3SL-0fkNq8lKlDuDsZv9_3opdt2dA6mtWWRB8QBlTa6CEY6LGu1Mx78mfIIW4/w640-h640/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic%20(1).png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>Join Shaykh Mikaeel Ahmed Smith from the prestigious Qalam Institute in Dallas, Texas, as he shares insights from his latest publication, 'When Hearing Becomes Listening: The Art of Prophetic Listening'. Discover the transformative power of attentive listening and its potential to elevate various aspects of your life.</p><p>Link to the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/onepath-podcast/id1505436317?i=1000626429274</p>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-37205413088255936962023-10-31T12:47:00.001+06:002023-10-31T12:47:22.636+06:00Pods & Pages [#10]: The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday [Book Rec]<p>This book is one of my absolute favorites. Unlock the power of Stoic wisdom, one page at a time. This beautifully packaged daily devotional is your gateway into the profound world of Stoic philosophy.<span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYilP8YjohBfbWJYomxTV__xj2Zdguti0jkBTHv1urKvG_eg0Up8DyjsjPDTFn-boIqH8Ea6ugh1pwf4On2FAWoCvpCdBvNOOE1GwxnJvollJItQuDQSjEjp87_Hlh6mqy6hhC4-OPG9bDDsVSmlTuuSb1FZrxONnXRdw9EPPCJx0et9ZKKuOx/s1200/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYilP8YjohBfbWJYomxTV__xj2Zdguti0jkBTHv1urKvG_eg0Up8DyjsjPDTFn-boIqH8Ea6ugh1pwf4On2FAWoCvpCdBvNOOE1GwxnJvollJItQuDQSjEjp87_Hlh6mqy6hhC4-OPG9bDDsVSmlTuuSb1FZrxONnXRdw9EPPCJx0et9ZKKuOx/w640-h640/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic.png" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p>Each day, turn to a single page and uncover the timeless teachings of Stoic greats like Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius, and Seneca, as well as the lesser-known but equally impactful philosophers like Zeno, Cleanthes, and Musonius Rufus. This accessible format ensures that you can focus on one enlightening message every day.</p><p>Structured around twelve monthly themes, this book aligns with your journey through life's challenges. Each month is dedicated to a specific topic, guiding you to enhance your perception, improve your actions, and unleash your inner strength.</p><p>Let Ryan Holiday and the Stoics be your companions on this transformative journey. With just one page a day, it's your perfect primer into Stoic philosophy, offering daily insights that will empower you to find balance, wisdom, and serenity in the chaos of the modern world. </p>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-30232151879580487082023-10-23T12:23:00.004+06:002023-10-23T12:23:57.987+06:00Pods & Pages [#9]: What Vision Loss Helped Andrew Leland Gain [Podcast Rec]Discover a truly inspiring story in this podcast episode featuring Andrew Leland. As a teenager, Andrew was diagnosed with a condition that gradually diminished his vision. However, instead of letting this challenge narrow his view of life, he's expanded his horizons in incredible ways. <br /><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSv8zuACYsz2qSUdEruSq2NlDf1f3RtifIoeHMQ0T9G8YdoJghiqKi3owvOY28md-7-8tI8DCCQTFbCIcSClezHxVXKWXXRrvi2qfJ0lYfyS54oDtyJrvPlBmTJt3pt5aBHmqZ6oXXlEMeP-ZoYukOTXgHwXXys8qc957MIGTxhPThvWNU3oy_/s1200/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic%20(8).png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSv8zuACYsz2qSUdEruSq2NlDf1f3RtifIoeHMQ0T9G8YdoJghiqKi3owvOY28md-7-8tI8DCCQTFbCIcSClezHxVXKWXXRrvi2qfJ0lYfyS54oDtyJrvPlBmTJt3pt5aBHmqZ6oXXlEMeP-ZoYukOTXgHwXXys8qc957MIGTxhPThvWNU3oy_/w640-h640/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic%20(8).png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In this engaging conversation, Andrew not only delves into the profound life lessons he's gained through his transition into blindness but also provides invaluable insights into the rich culture of blindness and disability. You'll be moved by his perspective on navigating change and find yourself drawn into a world where accessibility practices are infused with joy and humor.</div><br />Andrew Leland, a gifted writer, teacher, and audio producer, shares his experiences and wisdom, offering a unique and eye-opening take on what it means to embrace life's twists and turns. Don't miss this thought-provoking episode that will challenge your perceptions and leave you with a profound sense of the boundless possibilities life has to offer.<div><br /></div><div>Link to the podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-be-a-better-human/id1544098624?i=1000627458578">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-be-a-better-human/id1544098624?i=1000627458578</a></div><div><br /><div><br /></div></div>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-39765837591754685682023-10-22T22:13:00.001+06:002023-10-22T22:14:34.247+06:00Be Better [Mindful Moments #1]<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><i>Perfection is not the goal. Being perfect is almost impossible, and it depends on so many external factors.</i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><i><br /></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><i>But what you can actually try to be is …. better.</i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><i><br /></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><i>Better than yesterday. Better than last month. Better than last year. Better than last semester. Better than your last job.</i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><i><br /></i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: georgia; font-size: large;"><i>No matter by how much, just strive to improve, just a little bit, bit by bit.</i></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span><a name='more'></a></span><br /></div>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-83353478148335169852023-09-26T14:56:00.004+06:002023-09-26T14:58:00.670+06:00Pods & Pages [#8]: The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck - Mark Manson [Book Rec]<p>I've got a fantastic recommendation for you this week: <i><b>"The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck"</b></i> by the awesome <i>Mark Manson</i>. </p><p></p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUb_dso2Q2rQYa2LJDHThfgg1YgtOIG-8YLWlGIQ84EmgKYQjx4iAGXJOiuJtBRsQdCSEuXPxAMkS3pcXu8ZYGh-wWL0iBKhrx_wxBjkjYP9gCAeDbHHj01wA2g13WRkFuB4aB6PWscXGGBkra6VUfsmndWg6AExXSuCBDZ7vW7vHkbTipz0g3/s1200/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic%20(2).png" style="clear: left; display: inline; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUb_dso2Q2rQYa2LJDHThfgg1YgtOIG-8YLWlGIQ84EmgKYQjx4iAGXJOiuJtBRsQdCSEuXPxAMkS3pcXu8ZYGh-wWL0iBKhrx_wxBjkjYP9gCAeDbHHj01wA2g13WRkFuB4aB6PWscXGGBkra6VUfsmndWg6AExXSuCBDZ7vW7vHkbTipz0g3/w640-h640/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic%20(2).png" width="640" /></a></p><br /><p></p><p>This book is an absolute game-changer in the world of self-help. It tosses out the idea that we should be endlessly cheerful and instead encourages us to embrace life's ups and downs. With wit and wisdom, Manson shows us the power of focusing on what truly matters. If you're ready for a no-nonsense, laugh-out-loud journey toward personal growth, this book is an absolute must-read!</p><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28257707-the-subtle-art-of-not-giving-a-f-ck " target="_blank">More about the book on Goodreads.</a>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-83307866159729139242023-09-19T11:45:00.002+06:002023-09-19T11:45:40.843+06:00Pods & Pages [Week#7]: Indistractable - Nir Eyal [Talk Rec]<p>Highly recommend <b>Nir Eyal's</b> session in Talks at Google, in which the author basically summarizes his book <b>'Indistractable'</b> in about 30 mins! 🚀<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivQiOMgC_RCUHsC-xre0d9MD9liPVvXxTaIa2VornDYEd9xjUVgKPeyz13Uq6lNmccBxX69GV7Bi0VjZJ-y7qh5rWGM5t5CHI4rDbI4DliYsy9kGlvAXYONM9eHqZkEO39enYc-XD7woTB8bTB7TKcr-ajYk9zAjA6xnNpQebQTsOJ-VlOYDRq/s1200/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic%20(6).png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; display: inline !important; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="675" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivQiOMgC_RCUHsC-xre0d9MD9liPVvXxTaIa2VornDYEd9xjUVgKPeyz13Uq6lNmccBxX69GV7Bi0VjZJ-y7qh5rWGM5t5CHI4rDbI4DliYsy9kGlvAXYONM9eHqZkEO39enYc-XD7woTB8bTB7TKcr-ajYk9zAjA6xnNpQebQTsOJ-VlOYDRq/w675-h675/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic%20(6).png" width="675" /></a></p><p><b>💡My 5 Key takeaways from the talk:</b></p><p><i>1. Intent Matters:</i> Traction vs. Distraction hinges on intent.</p><p><i>2. Hidden Distractions:</i> Recognize unnoticed distractions.</p><p><i>3. Work-Related Traps:</i> Even work can distract if unplanned.</p><p><i>4. Time Management = Pain Management:</i> Understand what distractions cost.</p><p><i>5. Time Boxing:</i> Replace to-do lists with focused time blocks.</p><p>Here's the full talk: </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="328" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/WtLIJwObk2M" width="394" youtube-src-id="WtLIJwObk2M"></iframe></div>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-39888645398307815242023-09-12T10:43:00.000+06:002023-09-19T11:38:02.199+06:00Pods & Pages [Week#6]: Breath by James Nestor [Book Rec]<p><b>"Breath" by James Nestor</b> is a groundbreaking exploration of the often-overlooked yet profoundly <i>vital act of breathing.</i> Nestor takes readers on a global journey, unearthing the hidden science behind <i>ancient breathing practices</i> and presenting <i>cutting-edge research</i> that challenges our understanding of this fundamental bodily function. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkO7_q749Tdnx3TCy3riQTrjVs5cbUg9DcsM6FrRtz48YLlifa2Mf5cngG13IaRWBZGbU8SThjQHn0WSqpse--jYUcrr4nCGCiYqBC69DUFHtKs0jG_Ntv6TASMuYOf25GK86rHg7opK10oIFysAtjQPzzwYivRrxquzUkdstSQMKbulqJn9_K/s1200/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic%20(1).png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkO7_q749Tdnx3TCy3riQTrjVs5cbUg9DcsM6FrRtz48YLlifa2Mf5cngG13IaRWBZGbU8SThjQHn0WSqpse--jYUcrr4nCGCiYqBC69DUFHtKs0jG_Ntv6TASMuYOf25GK86rHg7opK10oIFysAtjQPzzwYivRrxquzUkdstSQMKbulqJn9_K/w400-h400/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic%20(1).png" width="400" /></a></div><p>Through captivating storytelling and meticulous research, the book unveils how proper breathing can <i>enhance athletic performance, rejuvenate internal organs, combat health issues</i> like asthma and autoimmune diseases, and even correct spinal deformities. "Breath" is a compelling reminder that something as simple as adjusting our breath can <i>lead to remarkable transformations</i> in our health and well-being. Whether you're seeking personal growth, better health, or just a captivating non-fiction read, <b>this book will leave you with a profound appreciation for the power of breath.</b> </p><p><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/48890486" target="_blank">More details on Goodreads</a></p>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-22910937007932666672023-09-05T12:02:00.002+06:002023-09-05T12:02:52.972+06:00Pods & Pages [Week#5] - How to set boundaries [Podcast Rec]<p>This week I'm sharing an insightful episode from the ReThinking podcast (hosted by one of my favorite authors Adam Grant) featuring therapist and bestselling author Nedra Glover Tawwab, where she discusses the importance of setting boundaries in both personal and professional life. She delves into why many struggle with this concept and how it connects to self-respect. Highly recommend if you're into personal growth and mental well-being.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi_gdFbu23Sk7VbnZKNt8E_RiYiETnldPZb0uorm9Jbd01dzwA014eAZkDWX-QG7fbGFpbEckG4C8tRDzD2s29Hv-5RHDDXolycW_LNnzhAX5ZqU0ACqpxJ6MQ9MA7Oh0Iv5wdqKZKls4JylFgJlhX02qCWDGuwxafhCvao_7qAARx36c09K3r/s1200/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi_gdFbu23Sk7VbnZKNt8E_RiYiETnldPZb0uorm9Jbd01dzwA014eAZkDWX-QG7fbGFpbEckG4C8tRDzD2s29Hv-5RHDDXolycW_LNnzhAX5ZqU0ACqpxJ6MQ9MA7Oh0Iv5wdqKZKls4JylFgJlhX02qCWDGuwxafhCvao_7qAARx36c09K3r/w640-h640/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-64846612217219096562023-08-22T22:14:00.003+06:002023-08-22T22:14:24.273+06:00Pods & Pages [Week#4] - Stillness is the Key [Book Rec]<p>This week I'm recommending a book from one of my favorite writers, <b>Ryan Holiday.</b></p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMSalHT75CHJyOcd2HskBHOr-Xy2A6JKQGMSEOuOGAFN1C_3IAuBlzRyL_rdQMFeXHfwDr-lQidt3YUuY8-uK461od5sePg3685cpS7tVZXPG2fi-smN2aLw9h3hqn4n8py9CDWqLYbVK1dLLc-neyxsT1cfFQR9IKBGwE7qJezIdpR-Ok3AVN/s1200/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic%20(5).png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; display: inline !important; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMSalHT75CHJyOcd2HskBHOr-Xy2A6JKQGMSEOuOGAFN1C_3IAuBlzRyL_rdQMFeXHfwDr-lQidt3YUuY8-uK461od5sePg3685cpS7tVZXPG2fi-smN2aLw9h3hqn4n8py9CDWqLYbVK1dLLc-neyxsT1cfFQR9IKBGwE7qJezIdpR-Ok3AVN/w640-h640/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic%20(5).png" width="640" /></a></p><p>In "<b>Stillness Is the Key</b>," Ryan Holiday explores a crucial quality that distinguishes great leaders, artists, athletes, and thinkers: <b>stillness</b>. Drawing on insights from historical figures such as Confucius, Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, and more, Holiday argues that stillness is not mere inactivity but a <b>gateway to self-mastery, focus, and discipline</b>. The book showcases examples of individuals who harnessed the power of stillness, like Sadaharu Oh, Winston Churchill, Fred Rogers, and Anne Frank. In today's fast-paced world filled with distractions, "Stillness Is the Key" provides an inspiring remedy, offering a path to meaning, contentment, and excellence amid the chaos of modern life.</p>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-65687104531874916602023-08-15T20:31:00.000+06:002023-08-15T20:31:21.139+06:00Pods & Pages [Week #3] - In AI we trust? [Podcast Rec]<div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZDj5MJGTcv1DEvifeXuQ1lt_nwPL_yPPpiZt_KTmxOOh-zcTJWp3NIxbYTD6dItYY45kS2mzsNLFD02EZVcIeA9SUnYRlunFrTFEPyONpqeN_JDCacxsH3jsHXDkyPZgVqYt3pQsLCwd0t1LsqZ5KQSTQ2g3-VnTPV1yjO6o3klgC0MlPxmv7/s1200/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic%20(4).png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZDj5MJGTcv1DEvifeXuQ1lt_nwPL_yPPpiZt_KTmxOOh-zcTJWp3NIxbYTD6dItYY45kS2mzsNLFD02EZVcIeA9SUnYRlunFrTFEPyONpqeN_JDCacxsH3jsHXDkyPZgVqYt3pQsLCwd0t1LsqZ5KQSTQ2g3-VnTPV1yjO6o3klgC0MlPxmv7/w640-h640/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic%20(4).png" width="640" /></a></div><p>In this thought-provoking episode of the Unexplainable show, the podcast explores the potential risks and unknowns associated with artificial intelligence (AI) decision-making. It discusses how engineers struggle to understand and predict the outcomes of AI systems, leading to unexpected and sometimes harmful results. The podcast emphasizes the need for interpretability and monitoring of AI while questioning the rush to deploy AI in critical decision-making processes, calling for caution and regulation. By examining the dangers of unchecked AI, the episode raises the vital question:</p><p>Are the potential benefits worth the risks involved?</p><p>Share the post and spread the discussion!</p><p>Drop your thoughts in the comments section!</p>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-5378606601189966522023-08-08T12:32:00.000+06:002023-08-08T12:32:09.144+06:00Pods & Pages [Week #2] - Digital Minimalism [Book Rec]<div class="separator"><br /></div><span style="font-family: Nunito;">Time for this week's drop! This time I'm recommending one of my all time favorite books!<br /><br /></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOxrwgPgmVK1junpqYSp1kiVh4R5PNOBh1NxopZ19cloq3aS9o0EFXQLzYDuzzrvIP7k-9tXRtORJ1_mH0Kw_ZdoAX8bZ3-fsW9Vbsfhs2bYg9AWhK8XKgJTtrmYZQ3zklEwcd2ChWnt35eVRpTX-0tUn-xAXMNsWVe06oDJPtjFPTqZPKQ0cy/s1200/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic%20(2).png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; font-family: Nunito; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOxrwgPgmVK1junpqYSp1kiVh4R5PNOBh1NxopZ19cloq3aS9o0EFXQLzYDuzzrvIP7k-9tXRtORJ1_mH0Kw_ZdoAX8bZ3-fsW9Vbsfhs2bYg9AWhK8XKgJTtrmYZQ3zklEwcd2ChWnt35eVRpTX-0tUn-xAXMNsWVe06oDJPtjFPTqZPKQ0cy/w640-h640/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic%20(2).png" width="640" /></a><span style="font-family: Nunito;"><br /><br />Digital overload getting you down? Check out 'Digital Minimalism' by Cal Newport! This book offers practical strategies for decluttering your tech life and living a more focused and intentional existence. Learn from real-life examples and discover how to reconnect with your inner self through periods of solitude.<br /><br />Don't let technology use you – use it to support your goals and values.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></span><br /><div><span style="font-family: Nunito;"><br /></span></div>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-11910929688522813732023-08-01T11:16:00.005+06:002023-08-01T11:17:36.316+06:00Pods & Pages [Week #1] - How Others See You [Podcast Rec]<span style="font-family: Nunito;">Hey everyone! As announced earlier, I'm kicking off my weekly podcast and book recommendation series, right here, right now!</span><div><span style="font-family: Nunito;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Nunito;">For the first installment, I'm sharing an episode from one of my favorite shows, <b>Hidden Brain. </b></span><span style="font-family: Nunito;">In this thought-provoking episode, <b>psychologist Erica Boothby</b> sheds light on our tendency to underestimate how much others genuinely like us, especially during initial meetings. The episode explores the intriguing concept of <b>social illusions</b> that subtly distort our <b>self-perception</b>.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: Nunito;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhq6Vca3IDMkDOMRY_JNXbOCqjfd0Kpsqz40mgNAj5e8Suk_669_5_XB_kTM-36Zi3WsXqqxh3fC3BKFoR--fEFZE4T5eLbHGC0638fuEmV5VqkdWUSaalzsVA7sy45Izw837wHRbqpODSwUE1Iw72QLYiHL824Tsss1iY5LWl6sQcDqQOb8nu/s1200/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic%20(1).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhq6Vca3IDMkDOMRY_JNXbOCqjfd0Kpsqz40mgNAj5e8Suk_669_5_XB_kTM-36Zi3WsXqqxh3fC3BKFoR--fEFZE4T5eLbHGC0638fuEmV5VqkdWUSaalzsVA7sy45Izw837wHRbqpODSwUE1Iw72QLYiHL824Tsss1iY5LWl6sQcDqQOb8nu/w640-h640/Pods%20&%20Pages%20Graphic%20(1).png" width="640" /></a></div><div><span style="font-family: Nunito;"><br />Join me as we delve into the fascinating reasons behind this phenomenon and discover how gaining insights into our <b>social interactions</b> can lead to a better understanding of ourselves.<br />Stay curious, keep exploring, and don't miss this illuminating episode!<br /><br />Share the post with others in your network. Drop a comment to let me know your thoughts!<br /><br />Listen on any podcast app or service : <a href="https://lnkd.in/gBdP9CqJ">https://lnkd.in/gBdP9CqJ</a><br /><br /><br /></span><br /></div></div>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-63684609710463565192023-07-04T15:39:00.002+06:002023-07-04T15:39:43.582+06:00Rain on a Tarp<div style="text-align: left;"><h3 style="text-align: left;">Gentle rain falling on a tarp. Soothing sights and sounds with recitation from The Quran! </h3><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Recently I was getting some stuff done under a tarp while it was raining lightly. I looked up for a while and I was mesmerized by the amazing beauty of the raindrops! Couldn't resist sharing a slice of my experience with you!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="384" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jZ1GGDxvXr0" width="321" youtube-src-id="jZ1GGDxvXr0"></iframe></div><br /><p><br /></p>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-4818988510277063532023-04-20T16:52:00.003+06:002023-04-20T16:52:39.986+06:00মন্ত্রমুগ্ধ<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhol0uFvs756q-XQ1yDDApFspjBYICejMz7sKIZ1J9Oqp7cZQPnR3f4BkKaJJFNLELNOH2Y8EJyC6PWzPsD7L9Fobb7gxyRCIuNnhff5HszJnk7_a2CPxcYtmMLdVQCR2SHwltBjrMMsUksxJr-yLzu_IqF8uKU4GgkEA5UJxL6zf1bklybqg/s1920/pexels-felix-mittermeier-1205301.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="825" data-original-width="1920" height="277" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhol0uFvs756q-XQ1yDDApFspjBYICejMz7sKIZ1J9Oqp7cZQPnR3f4BkKaJJFNLELNOH2Y8EJyC6PWzPsD7L9Fobb7gxyRCIuNnhff5HszJnk7_a2CPxcYtmMLdVQCR2SHwltBjrMMsUksxJr-yLzu_IqF8uKU4GgkEA5UJxL6zf1bklybqg/w640-h277/pexels-felix-mittermeier-1205301.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p>দুই ঘন্টা লম্বা তারাবীহ মাত্র শেষ হলো। তারাবীহের সময়ে মসজিদের ভেতরের লাইটগুলো বন্ধ থাকে, নামাজ শেষ হতেই এক সাথে অনেকগুলো লাইট জ্বলে উঠে, আর সবাই চোখ পিট্ পিট্ করতে করতে মসজিদ থেকে বের হতে থাকে। এই ব্যাপারটা দেখতে আমার কেন জানি খুব মজা লাগে। কিছুক্ষণ বসে থেকে লোকজনের চোখ পিট্ পিট্ দেখি, তারপর নিজেও রওনা দেই। </p><p>সেদিন অবশ্য বাসায় না গিয়ে মসজিদের দক্ষিণ পূর্ব কোণাটায় গিয়ে পা ছড়িয়ে বসে পড়লাম। দীর্ঘ নামাজে আজকাল পা ধরে আসে। নামাজ শেষ হলেও সাত আটজন মুসল্লি মসজিদের এই কোণায় জড়ো হয়েছে। একটু পরেই এক ভাই চা নিয়ে আসলো পেপার কাপে। চা খেয়ে চাঙ্গা হয়ে ওরা আবার নফল নামাজে দাঁড়ানোর প্রস্তুতি নিচ্ছে! চা শেষ করে কাতার বানিয়ে দাঁড়িয়ে গেলো তারা। নামাজ পড়াতে সবার সামনে এগিয়ে গেলো একজন। বারো কি তেরো বছরের ছেলে। শুরু করলো তিলাওয়াত। </p><p>সে হাফেজ যুবায়ের আবদুল্লাহ। </p><p>আমাদের 'যুবুন পাতা'। </p><p style="text-align: center;">-------------------------------------</p><p>আমার ভাগনে যুবায়েরের জন্ম আমার গ্র্যাজুয়েশনের ঠিক পর পর। আল্লাহর প্ল্যান অনুযায়ী এর পরে ছয়টা মাস আমি কমপ্লিটলি বেকার! তাই যুবায়েরকে কোলে কাঁখে করার জন্য ওর বাবা মা'র পরে আমি পারফেক্ট চয়েস। শুধু সেই ছয় মাস না, বরং দুই বছর পর মালয়েশিয়া যাওয়ার আগ পর্যন্ত ওকে হ্যান্ডেল করার সুযোগ হয়েছে ভালো মতোই। </p><p><i>'ওকে একটু রাখ, আমি পাঁচ মিনিট ঘুমাই ..... '</i> বলে আমার কাছে ওকে দিয়ে শুয়ে পড়তো আমার বোন। সেই পাঁচ মিনিট কখনো কনভার্ট হতো আধা ঘন্টায়, কখনো এক ঘন্টায়, কখনো বা আরো বেশি। আমি ডাকতাম না, ঘুমাক আরেকটু। যুবায়েরকে আমি ঘুম পাড়াতাম কখনো পুশ চেয়ারে ঠেলে ঠেলে, কখনো কম্পিউটারের সামনে বসে (বাম হাতের উপর ও ঘুম, ডান হাতে মাউস) অথবা কখনো কোলে নিয়ে হেঁটে হেঁটে। পুশ চেয়ারে শুইয়ে ওকে কখনো মোবাইলে সূরা কাহাফ শুনাতাম (শুনতে শুনতে আমার নিজেরই মুখস্ত হয়ে যায় অনেকটা), আবার কখনো স্বরচিত অর্থহীন কোনো গল্প ফাঁদতাম। আবার কখনো শুনাতাম ঘুম পাড়ানো গান, সেটাও স্বরচিত - </p><p style="text-align: center;"><i>পু পু পু , পু পু পু </i></p><p style="text-align: center;"><i>যুবুন যায়, তোমরা দেখো!</i></p><p style="text-align: center;"><i>পু পু পু , পু পু পু </i></p><p style="text-align: center;"><i>যুবুন যায়, তোমরা দেখো!</i></p><p style="text-align: center;"><i>ফুল ছিটাও, রং ছিটাও, </i></p><p style="text-align: center;"><i>ফুল ছিটাও, রং ছিটাও, </i></p><p style="text-align: center;"><i>বেলুন ওড়াও, তোমরা দেখো!</i></p><p style="text-align: center;"><i>যুবুন যায়, তোমরা দেখো!!</i></p><p>এক এক সময় এক একটা 'প্রিয় জিনিস' থাকতো ওর। কখনো সেটা টর্চ লাইট, কখনো মাইক আর স্পিকার। আমার কোলে ঘুমানো সেই ছোট যুবুনের প্রিয় ছিল <i>'চাচিপ'</i> ! এটা আবার কি? আসলে এটা চামুচ। ওর ভাষায় চাচিপ। কাঁধের উপর পড়ে থাকতো, হাতে থাকতো একটা চাচিপ। একসময় যখন ও ঘুমিয়ে যেত, তখন চামুচটাও হাত থেকে পড়ে যেত মাটিতে। এতেই বুঝতাম, উইকেট ইজ ডাউন। </p><p>যুবায়েরকে বড় করার পেছনে আমার কন্ট্রিবিউশন খুব একটা বেশি না, তবে এই ঘুম পাড়ানোর সেশনগুলো কেন যেন একটু বেশিই মনে পড়ে অন্য সব কিছুর চেয়ে। তবে আরেকটা ব্যাপার আমার নিজের কাছে একটু বেশি সিগনিফিকেন্ট, সেটা হলো ওকে মাদরাসা থেকে আনা নেয়া। এটা আমার রেগুলার কোনো ডিউটি ছিল না, পার্ট টাইম বলা যায়। কিন্তু আমি খুব এনজয় করতাম। বিশেষ করে ওর হিফজ শুরু হওয়ার পর যে সময়টা ও প্রফেসর হজরত হামিদুর রহমান সাহেবের মাদরাসায় পড়তো। আমার নিজের কাছে খুব প্রিয় একটা যায়গা ছিল পুরনো ওই বিল্ডিং। সোমবারের সত্যিকার অর্থে 'নূরানী' মাহফিল কি যে ভালো লাগতো! মাহফিলে প্রায় প্রায়ই কিছু ছোট পাখির হিফযের প্রথম সবক দেয়া হতো। সেই সাথে তাদের গার্ডিয়ান কেও ডেকে দাঁড় করানো হতো! কত গর্বের, কত শুকরিয়ার ছিল সেদিন, যেদিন মাহফিলে ঘোষণা হলো, 'আজকে হিফযের প্রথম সবক নিবে যুবায়ের আব্দুল্লাহ, ওর সাথে এসেছে ওর মামা'। হাসি মুখে দাঁড়িয়ে গেলাম দেরি না করে। বুক ভরা শুকরিয়ার অক্সিজেন। </p><p>ওর বাবা মায়ের কত শত কষ্টের পর, কবে কোনদিন কিভাবে যেন একেবারে পুরোপুরি হাফেজ হয়ে গেলো যুবায়ের! মাস কয়েক আগে যেদিন ওকে পাগড়ি দেয়া হলো, সেদিনও ছিলাম আমি। এই দৃশ্য দেখার সুযোগ ছাড়া অসম্ভব। </p><p style="text-align: center;">-------------------------------------</p><p>দাঁড়িয়ে থাকতে থাকতে পা ব্যাথা হয়ে যাচ্ছে। পৃষ্ঠার পর পৃষ্ঠা, সূরার পর সূরা পড়ে যাচ্ছে যুবায়ের। ভাবছি, নিশ্চই এই সুরাটার পরেই রুকু করবে, কিন্তু করছে না। পরের সূরা শুরু করে দিচ্ছে! ওর যেন কোনো ক্লান্তি নেই। তিলাওয়াত করতে থাকাই যেন ওর জন্য সহজ, থেমে যাওয়ার চেয়ে। আধা ঘন্টারও বেশি সময় ধরে দুই রাকাত পড়ালো যুবুন। তারপর একটা ছোট টি-ব্রেক নিয়ে আবার দুই রাকাত। সে রাতে চার রাকাতে দুই পাড়ারও বেশি তিলাওয়াত করেছে সে! দিলের ভেতর এইভাবে কুরআনের এক একটা অক্ষর, শব্দ, বাক্য গেথে লক্ষ্য লক্ষ্য যুবায়ের ছড়িয়ে আছে দুনিয়ায়। এরকম যুবায়ের প্রোডাকশন শুরু করেছেন স্বয়ং আল্লাহ'র রাসূল (স) তাঁর সাহাবীদের মধ্যে। কিয়ামত পর্যন্ত চলবে এই ধারা। কুরআন নাযিলের পর থেকেই তৈরী হতে থাকা হাফেযদের গ্যালাক্সির অগণিত নক্ষত্রের মধ্যে একটা আমাদের যুবায়ের। আমাদের পরিবারে প্রথম। First of many, InshaAllah.</p><p>অবাক বিস্ময়ে, মন্ত্রমুগ্ধ হয়ে শুনে যাচ্ছি যুবায়েরের তিলাওয়াত। ভাবছি, কিভাবে সম্ভব এভাবে অন্তরে কুরআন গেথে নেয়া? আর চাওয়া মাত্রই এতটা অনায়াসে, স্বাচ্ছন্দে, সাবলীলভাবে তা বাতাসে ছড়িয়ে দেয়া? এই চিন্তার জবাব দিতেই যেন সেদিন তিলাওয়াতে চলে আসলো সূরা আল-কামার। আল্লাহ'র জন্য কোনো কথা তো একবার বলাই যথেষ্ট। কিন্তু এই সূরায় তিনি চারবার একই প্রশ্ন আমাদেরকে করেছেন ,</p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;">وَلَقَدْ يَسَّرْنَا ٱلْقُرْءَانَ لِلذِّكْرِ فَهَلْ مِن مُّدَّكِرٍۢ </span></p><p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">And We have certainly made the Qur’ān easy for remembrance, so is there any who will remember? </span>(54:17)</p><p>আল্লাহ যা সহজ করেছেন, সেটা তো কঠিন হওয়ার প্রশ্নই আসেনা! শুধু আমাদের সাহসের, আমাদের নিয়তের দুর্বলতা। যুবায়ের তো এখন শুধু কুরআনের শব্দমালার সংরক্ষক। এভাবেই একদিন কুরআনের অর্থ, ব্যাখ্যা, হুকুম আহকাম আর কুরআন নিয়ে আসা নবীজির (স) সুন্নাহরও ধারক বাহক হয়ে যাবে সে। ওর ব্রেইন হবে কুরআনের জীবন্ত এনসাইক্লোপিডিয়া, ওর জীবন হবে কুরআন-সুন্নাহর লাইভ স্যাম্পল। ইনশাআল্লাহ! </p><p><i>[পুনশ্চ: এই লেখা পড়তে পড়তে কারো যদি এরকম আফসোস মনে এসে থাকে 'আহারে, বাচ্চাটাকে মাদ্রাসায় কেন দিল....' তাদের জন্যও আমার ভালোবাসা। কারণ আসলে তারাও আমাদের ভালোবাসে, তাই তারা আমাদের শুভাকাঙ্খি, আমাদের সফলতা প্রত্যাশী। শুধু পার্থক্য হলো সফলতার সংজ্ঞা আমাদের কাছে এক না। ছোট জীবনটা শেষ হয়ে যাওয়ার আগেই আমরা যেন সত্যিকরার সফলতা চিনতে পারি, সেই দুআ আমাদের সবার জন্য।]</i></p>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38293182.post-89303420561332382982022-03-21T23:37:00.000+06:002022-03-21T23:37:25.735+06:00Make (small) time for what you love<p><span style="font-size: medium;">There are so many things that we <em>wish</em> we could do. How many times have we told ourselves “<em>if only I had more time to.... “</em> regarding something that we really love to spend time doing. For some that maybe reading books or writing, or spending time in nature, or some may want to develop their skills in their hobby like photography or any form of art. But due to a demanding job schedule or maybe because of family routine, we often can’t spend time in these passions that we have. And we resort to lamenting over the circumstances of life that are preventing us from chasing our interests.</span></p>
<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEit4SNQtnnKQLQmY05k8VSfA87U96mWQYRmgxzAgO-20CsHRZCh9Hc2Ssm-NMxejxmv27Z1L8FdWT0Ga583Y7c_OrfM-N51ms_NkxF3BCv9b_FtpW_B1JUh-mw8SGowVBX6VVvUwfxutkIGwReru_iyiXLhiRPiJuDxCftIDlDcmTlVhBxhYA=s1440" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1069" data-original-width="1440" height="238" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEit4SNQtnnKQLQmY05k8VSfA87U96mWQYRmgxzAgO-20CsHRZCh9Hc2Ssm-NMxejxmv27Z1L8FdWT0Ga583Y7c_OrfM-N51ms_NkxF3BCv9b_FtpW_B1JUh-mw8SGowVBX6VVvUwfxutkIGwReru_iyiXLhiRPiJuDxCftIDlDcmTlVhBxhYA=s320" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-size: medium;">But there’s a pitfall we commonly fall into. We focus so much on the time that we <em>don’t</em> have, that we lose sight of the time that we <em>do</em> have, even though that available time may be small.<br /></span><p></p>
<p><span style="font-size: medium;">For example, you may have a lot of interest in writing and have set up a blog. You envision yourself as a writer who churns out awesome, thoughtful long reads that can engage your readers. But hectic work/personal/family schedule doesn’t give you the long stretches of free time that you’re probably looking for. So you keep focusing on the fact that you <em>don’t</em> have that sort of time at your disposal.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: medium;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiNY8n_uJgv4PE-DJDLWgMxLxrJ-GH3eWLqvbDTNNg-tuQqR3ZjDQiuyHP34Lk3_VAqghrlM3xyoeMKCCwfXBUVo3uhXTDTCeJeDADeUJ98GOz21nmTI69iFsGdKXWm665Ki8xYWQqdmUvkm6thJiqSrtOxD73Fa2A8qyFV9H0ivPxuzCZ7dw=s2033" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2033" data-original-width="1524" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiNY8n_uJgv4PE-DJDLWgMxLxrJ-GH3eWLqvbDTNNg-tuQqR3ZjDQiuyHP34Lk3_VAqghrlM3xyoeMKCCwfXBUVo3uhXTDTCeJeDADeUJ98GOz21nmTI69iFsGdKXWm665Ki8xYWQqdmUvkm6thJiqSrtOxD73Fa2A8qyFV9H0ivPxuzCZ7dw=s320" width="240" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: medium;">But if you shift your perspective and accept the reality of your current circumstances, and instead of looking for long stretches of writing time, make use of the small pockets of time that you may have to yourself for writing, then you can actually produce a few lines from time to time. Now, that’s small progress compared to what you are hoping for, but it’s progress nonetheless. Interestingly, you will find that although these sessions are short in duration, you can find these short amounts of time on a more frequent basis. So small investments of time but on a consistent basis will soon add up. So coming up with that article that you want to write may not be done in a day, but at least you can get it done in a week or so. Even though this outcome is slow, isn’t it way better than just complaining and producing nothing in months?</span><p></p>
<p><span style="font-size: medium;">The same can be applied for any field you may be interested in developing. May be you want to nurture a relationship with someone but can’t find time to go and visit. But at least you can make a habit of making a quick call from time to time. Perhaps you want to develop mindfulness or cultivate your spiritual and religious practices. Mark out just 5 to 10 minutes from your day to develop the practice. Don’t have enough time to head to the gym and workout for an hour? Too bad, but what’s stopping you from spending just 10 minutes each day to take a walk outside or do some stretches at home? You always wanted to read more books, so instead of targeting to read 10 pages everyday, which you're finding very hard to achieve, why not go for just 1 page? Yes, it will take a lot more time now to finish the book, but hey, at least you're reading now, right? Over time, these tiny but frequent practices will build up and bring you closer to the goals you aim for.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: medium;">So make time, no matter how short, for the things that you love.</span></p>Asifhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11439270740563206022noreply@blogger.com0