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Something on your “to-do list” that never gets done

My to-do list is always long, but the chances of tasks being left incomplete are slim. This isn’t a boastjust a reflection of how I approach planning. I think carefully before adding anything to my list. After five decades on this planet, I know my limitations. With that awareness, I create a list of tasks I can realistically accomplish. Some, like cleaning out the storeroom in my Mumbai flat, remain unchecked. Others get done. Lately, I’ve been living alone in my house in Kerala due to work-related reasons. Here, I stick to a strict routine, ensuring every second of the day has a purpose. Whether it’s weeding the garden, exercising, or cooking, I never skip a task. The reason is simpleI have no one else to blame for slacking off!

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What would you do if you won the lottery?

I have never been one to buy lottery tickets. The reason is simple: I don’t believe sudden windfalls truly help build a meaningful or positive life. At least, that’s been my experience. Every centor, in Indian terms, every paisaI have ever earned has come through hard work and persistence. That said, if I were ever to come into a large sum of money, I’d want to spend it wisely. First and foremost, I’d set aside a generous portion for myself and my family, ensuring financial security and stability for the ones I love. As for the rest, I’d channel it into causes that truly matterinitiatives that are free of political or agenda-driven motives. My focus would be on local projects that uplift people in my community, benefiting everyone equally, regardless of race, religion, or gender. Because at the end of the day, the true value of wealth isn’t in how… What would you do if you won the lottery?