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- [Mapping Civilization: An Attempt to Understand How Knowledge and Meaning Shape Each Other](https://abhiratshinde.com/mapping-civilization-an-attempt-to-understand-how-knowledge-and-meaning-shape-each-other/): This essay is an attempt to describe civilization as a living system that learns through reflection. It begins in abstraction, branches into two movements — one building knowledge and the other building meaning — and loops back when reflection reshapes both. It is not a conclusion but a working map toward truth and coherence.
- [The Jungian Transition: From Faith to the Cult of the Self](https://abhiratshinde.com/the-jungian-transition-from-faith-to-the-cult-of-the-self/): The modern obsession with self-expression and therapy didn’t emerge by accident. It’s the endpoint of a 2,000-year intellectual journey—from ancient faith through Protestant guilt, Kant’s subjectivity, Hegel’s spirit, Marx’s history, and finally Freud’s psyche. The result? The cult of the self that now rules our digital age.
- [Marx, Modernity, and the Machinery of Meaning](https://abhiratshinde.com/marx-modernity-and-the-machinery-of-meaning/): An assessment of Marx as a philosopher of alienation rather than revolution—tracing how capitalism, communism, and AI all emerge from the same faith in material mastery, and arguing for a new balance between technological power and moral purpose.
- [Mastery](https://abhiratshinde.com/mastery/): A man sought to meet a Master; When the Master was a student he grew tired of the world; For what he saw in the world could only be called entertainment; As a serious man devoted to his art; He tried this and that; He traversed deserts in the search of something; Until he found his Art; When asked, “What makes you win each time?”, The Master replied, “I play not to win” “Then why play?” M: “There’s no need to play” “what makes you so exceptional?” M: “Because I’m not there anymore” The man knew he had found a […]
- [Shifting Gears: how startups are cleaning up transportation in India](https://abhiratshinde.com/shifting-gears-how-startups-are-cleaning-up-transportation-in-india/): A version of this article appeared in Forbes https://bit.ly/3LvIiQK
- [Transcendence of the Self: a psychological perspective](https://abhiratshinde.com/transcendence-of-the-self-a-psychological-perspective/): Buddha started his life in a palace, surrounded by pleasure. The king, his father, intentionally created a world of beauty and Order. Despite this, he stepped out and saw the real world. He saw Suffering and misery and only then reached perfection. Humans build their lives into this Order, but in the insecurities, judgements, and the recesses of the mind, lies Truth. It is often critical to face demons and errors to grow past them. These demons are the depression, the misery, the failures and the anxieties of life. Doing so in a sustained manner, rather than hoping to become […]
- [The psychology of money: A summary](https://abhiratshinde.com/the-psychology-of-money-a-summary/): People act from their experiences. Don\’t judge from yours. Luck & Risk is all around you. They don\’t fit the stories you want to tell. If you can\’t recognize when you have enough, you will soon have nothing. Warren Buffet could have been an ordinary investor if not for his longevity. Investing – if done well – is utterly boring. It’s because the chief ingredient in the growth of a portfolio is time. More than big returns, be financially unbreakable. If you are unbreakable you actually will get the biggest returns, because will be able to stick around long enough […]
- [The Pursuit](https://abhiratshinde.com/the-pursuit/): Man possess gifts bestowed to him by Nature Most miss them Several attempt to realize them Only to stop or fail or give up Knowing that they have done well A few see it and are compelled by it Like metal to the magnet Without a choice Like moth to a flame They live for it And are willing to die for it Theirs is the solo path Theirs is the sincere quest Theirs is the pursuit for Truth Theirs is the good fight To such a Man there is no failure And such a Man can be with the […]
- [The Ego](https://abhiratshinde.com/the-ego/): What does it mean to have an ego? Where does the ego arise from? Man seeks to answer these questions through intellect He traps himself in the way of the Mind The Ego looks at the past, it sees the future, it perceives and creates desire Little does this man know, that these multiply his misery It produces anxiety, anger, resentment and attachment It burdens his life Yet it also brings him joy With each little win, he puffs his chest With each loss, he vows to fight harder Should Man forcefully control his ego? Over and over The Intelligent […]
- [2020 in Books](https://abhiratshinde.com/2020-in-books/): Just some books I like
- [Real Estate and Technology Industry](https://abhiratshinde.com/real-estate-and-technology-industry/): CBRE, in their recent report titled Tech30 2020 measured the impact of the tech industry on the U.S. micro-markets. Some interesting findings– 1. The technology industry, as a whole, has seen an unprecedented contribution to job creation in the last decade, adding 1.5 million jobs. The heavily financed industry acts as a strong driver for the national economy. 2. Despite work from home policies, there is a positive trend for technology job growth. This growth is, in turn strongly correlated with office rent growth. Cities such as Seattle, New York, Silicon Valley, Dallas are the most benefitted. 3. Tenants in […]
- [Identifying Unethical Behaviour](https://abhiratshinde.com/identifying-unethical-behaviour-2/): This content is password-protected. To view it, please enter the password below. Password:
- [The Nature of Marketing](https://abhiratshinde.com/the-nature-of-marketing-2/): \”Truth will set you free, but first it will piss you off\” Marketing has a massive influence on culture. Governments and businesses spend billions to get their ideology to become the truth. Most times, this hides the more objective and fundamental Truth.  Most marketing is unhealthy if you really reflect on it. Truth, with a capital T, will not occur to you through marketing. You must take notice of how subtle marketing is, why most marketing is as it is since this will help you realize why things are how they are and culture is shaped. Culture isn’t inherently static […]
- [What to Say When You Talk To Yourself: Notes](https://abhiratshinde.com/what-to-say-when-you-talk-to-yourself-notes/): The subconscious mind is a powerful tool, and also a very trusting one. Most of our lives, we are bombarded by external noise- be it in the form of our culture, parents opinions and suggestions, or anyone for that matter. This helps define our subconscious beliefs, actions, feelings and expressions which shape the mind and define us. The extent of it\’s effects vary and it\’s effects in shaping individuals is therefore different for everyone. The way out of this is to build your own powerful narratives-so powerful that they transcend the willpower and access the deepest levels of the self. […]
- [Mastery by Robert Greene- Notes](https://abhiratshinde.com/mastery-by-robert-greene-notes/): Mastery in one area is important that is what will prevent you from being overwhelmed by the largeness of your life calling. Be who you are by learning who you are. Robert Greene books are great. The guy in you is the one you should listen to and do as best for yourself. Realise who you really are, do not look at more than that. Look at areas that bring you passion and joy. You can sift and sort through vast opportunities and focus on what matters to you. You should live reality your way and not how others want […]
- [Meditations by Marcus Aurelius: Summary](https://abhiratshinde.com/meditations-by-marcus-aurelius-summary/): When you encounter unkindness: See whether it is true or it is false, if it is true, accept it, if false, present the facts. Remind yourself how many mistakes you’ve made, and be affectionate, speak directly to them. Ask yourself what nature has given in order to counter the defect. Be kind. Be good. No matter what. If you trusted someone untrustworthy, it is foolish to expect good, it will happen. Remember, do not do evil in return for the evil that they do to you. Everything is how you interpret it: this is not literally true but you can […]
- [Nuclear Power: History, India, and the future](https://abhiratshinde.com/nuclear-power-history-india-and-the-future/): Why do we need Nuclear Power:  In September 2019, the head of U.N.s International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) pointed out the necessity of promoting nuclear energy. They pointed out that nuclear power contributes around one-third of all low carbon electricity, producing practically no greenhouse gases, and some 10 percent of the total electricity produced worldwide. At the same time, the organization was accepting of the fact that public concerns to health and the environment, resulting from long-term radioactive waste and other possibilities like accidents or acts of terrorism remain a concern. While the organization sees the costs as large, it […]
- [Justice: What’s the Right Thing to Do: Notes](https://abhiratshinde.com/justice-whats-the-right-thing-to-do-notes/): -there is the idea of taking the ordinary and adding to it philosophy, which makes you detach from action, as you detach from action, you become far more comfortable with reasoning. But this skeptical view does not lead to reason. -consider the story of the railway, 5 people, one worker, and fat man on the bridge. Here we worry about the consequences of our action, consequential reasoning which goes back to utilitarianism. Greatest good for greatest number-Jeremy Bantham and John Stuart Mill.  -consider the organ for 5 patients, and one healthy man, now we look at our morals behind actions, […]
- [Cleantech in rural India: 3 entrepreneurial lessons from working with the Government](https://abhiratshinde.com/cleantech-in-rural-india-3-entrepreneurial-lessons-from-working-with-the-government/): Back in 2017-18, I worked with the Government of Maharashtra as a Fellow. In one of our endeavours, a colleague and I were looking at electrification data for rural regions across Maharashtra. The data and heaps of numbers led to a few interesting analysis, and basis which we were able to narrow down villages in Maharashtra that lacked power. That\’s when we knew that we had to work on energy access. We started with an exploration of best cases and eventually travelled to Karnataka to find answers. We met up with the team of SELCO– a social enterprise at Mysore, […]
- [How does technology evolve?](https://abhiratshinde.com/how-does-technology-evolve/): How does technology evolve? Economist and Harvard Professor Joseph Schumpeter coined the oxymoron, “Creative Destruction”. It refers to the process by which new products and services replace old ones. Some observations: 1. Big Gains: Hugely successful innovations– the Smartphone, electricity, the Internet, medicine led to superior standards of living, increased per capita income, and convenience. eg. Zoom has made work-from-home much easier. 2. Innovation drives markets: Long-term trends suggest that markets are largely driven by innovation. Therefore, change is the only constant. 3. Companies are (quickly) replaced: Research from Innosight suggests that the average tenure of firms on the S&P […]
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- [Values I\'ve grown to appreciate](https://abhiratshinde.com/values-ive-grown-to-appreciate/): 1. Humility- The death of the ego is the birthplace of wisdom 2. Collaboration- A meaningful team and feedback creates wins 3. Gratitude- Being thankful has a way of replacing troubles with joy 4. Purpose- Add value instead of seeking money/prestige/power, you rise and lift others 5. Understanding- See intent beyond words, because actions can be misinterpreted
- [Power v/s Force by David Hawkins](https://abhiratshinde.com/power-v-s-force-by-david-hawkins/): Intro: -To reach the state of awareness needs an intense desire to act ie. a consistent effort to act with constant and universal forgiveness and gentleness, without exception. One must be compassionate towards everything, including one\’s own self and thoughts, -The individual mind is like a computer terminal connected to a large database which is the lower human consciousness itself, in the higher level of consciousness where you learn and rise up, you realize that you don’t have to take away from others to get what you want, it has its roots in the common consciousness of all mankind, marketing […]
- [The future of energy: Short Note](https://abhiratshinde.com/the-future-of-energy/): What is the future of energy?  The economist, Julian Simon said, “Energy is the master resource” The World Economic Forum, in its report on Energy Transition, a measure of the comprehensive ability of nations to have structural energy reforms. Here are a few key insights into the movement of energy and its importance to us: 1) Energy is deeply linked to the economy: A nation’s prosperity is deeply intertwined with its ability to generate and consume energy. As productivity rises, prosperity increases. 2) Energy is a limited resource: Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only converted. We are on the […]
- [Future of Offices](https://abhiratshinde.com/future-of-offices/): What is the future of office spaces globally? Real estate has been adversely impacted by Covid-19. Savills, a globally leading property agent suggests the following implications for offices: 1. Unlike WFH, offices provide a vital role in culture, community, and connection and will remain. 2. As per a global sentiment survey in 31 countries, 84% of respondents expected increased working flexibility and 16% expected a drastic increase. Video conferencing would increase greatly. 3. An expedited shift to a hybrid model- home working, local office hubs, and head offices, leading to lesser travel, shorter supply chains, and sustainable building design. WFH […]
- [Extreme Ownership: How Navy SEALs Lead and Win](https://abhiratshinde.com/extreme-ownership-how-navy-seals-lead-and-win/): PART A: Winning the War within- 80% implementation and action and 20% learning in life, no masquerading. You are responsible for yourself and for others. Implementation is the best way to learn to get things done in life. There are quotes from books such as Robert Greene’s 33 strategies of War.  On any team, all responsibility for success and failure rests with the leader. The leader must own everything in his or her world. The leader must acknowledge mistakes and admit failures, take ownership of them and develop a plan to win. It starts with you and the goal is […]
- [OUTWITTING THE DEVIL: Book Notes](https://abhiratshinde.com/outwitting-the-devil/): -Your subconscious mind determines the fate of your life so make sure you make yourself aware and act on this consciously.  -This is a companion to Think and Grow Rich. -The Buddha transcended all their inner demons, all of them to reach the highest level. Humility. -Things may look like they are in order but you are in constant suffering in life. -Individuals must go through several obstacles before they can have leadership and success in their lives. Most real failures are limitations which we setup in our own minds. Faith in you. Shraddha as opposed to fear. Fear is […]
- [The 5 friends of Dhamma](https://abhiratshinde.com/the-5-friends-of-dhamma/): Shraddha, Prayer and devotion, Samadhi, Self-responsibility, Awareness, Equanimity  Service to others: always serve, Sangha: not in a person, right path person Proper effort: work with the awareness of sensation and maintain equanimity of anicca Free from craving, imagination, in state of samadhi and awareness, Panya     One must avoid the following: Delusion, Blind faith, Blind workshop, Blind Dhamma worship, No practice of wisdom, Service should not be with the expectation
- [ART of War: Improve Your Productivity](https://abhiratshinde.com/art-of-war-overcoming-your-worst/): Conflict exists in all of us, call it resistance The best deal with it the best in an artistic way The higher the level, the more aware and the more issues you face, the more you deal with it The better you want to get, the more emotional and hazy things will be  Procrastination: increases as you start doing better, you must push yourself hard, you have to be objective, see it for what it is. See diminishing returns. Easiest to rationalise it. You call it productivity.  Your numbers don’t lie to you, track those to be accountable. Without numbers […]
- [Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill](https://abhiratshinde.com/think-and-grow-rich-by-napoleon-hill/): Without a mind for exact measure of success you won’t get it. Be extremely precise about what you want from the world. Be at high energy and visualise it daily. No failure, persistence and high level of skill. Right People is Key. The ritual of becoming an entrepreneur is KEY. You must make it the only thing to ensure it’s the only thing. Failure is objective data. Maintain success for LONG TERM. Better way of success consciousness is to maintain it in the long term and all the time. You must have the desire to archive the money and it […]
- [TOUGH Talks: Notes](https://abhiratshinde.com/tough-talks-notes/): If the problem is clear in your mind (and usually everyone else’s mind), and you’ve witnessed the problem long enough to know it’s a pattern, don’t delay long in addressing the issue. Now, timing is everything. You shouldn’t blast someone in public and you should look for the “best” time to talk with them privately. These aren’t usually the kind of things done by email or text. They are best done in person. But, the longer you wait the more awkward it will be and the person is left feeling more hurt because you did wait. Be honest This is […]
- [Charisma Myth: notes](https://abhiratshinde.com/charisma-myth-notes/):   charisma is intensity with detachment at the same time Charisma is built and is immensely and overwhelming but doable You should maintain high energy states in environments  Body is key to express this within you You must express high degree of mental clarity through meditation, simplification of breaking down complexity  Complexity of emotions and mental states is essential here  Let go as it is the key to lack of comparison Your mind perceives attacks as a real situation be it self criticism or external or actual physical Your paradigm keeps you where you are in life, if you want […]
- [Book Review: Mastery by Robert Greene](https://abhiratshinde.com/book-review-mastery-by-robert-greene/): Mastery in one area is important that is what will prevent you from being overwhelmed by the largeness of your life calling. Be who you are by learning who you are. Robert Greene books are great. The guy in you is the one you should listen to and do as best for yourself. Realise who you really are, do not look at more than that. Look at areas that bring you passion and joy. You can sift and sort through vast opportunities and focus on what matters to you. You should live reality your way and not how others want […]
- [IL&FS Crisis explained](https://abhiratshinde.com/ilfs-crisis-explained/): IL&FS is a PSU formed under RBI registered Core Investment Company i.e. an NBFC. It was formed to finance the major infrastructure projects in India. Initially, the Central Bank of India, UTI and HDFC held majority shares in the company. As the number of projects increased and the need for funds increased, the company acquired foreign investment as well. Equity investment came from the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority and Orix (a Japanese company). Later, LIC also acquired a 25% stake in the firm. What triggered the company’s downfall? Despite it’s powerful and smart shareholders and although they had big projects lined up? A default on the […]
- [Difficulty](https://abhiratshinde.com/difficulty/): “In the turbulent waters, the ship creaked and bent yet as the tide turned, sailed stronger than before, cutting through thick ice like it was mere paper” -Abhi
- [NITI Aayog in three pagaraphs](https://abhiratshinde.com/niti-aayog-in-three-pagaraphs/): The Concept of NITI Under the directive of PM NITI(National Institute for Transforming India) plays numerous roles primary being to advise the government on social and economic issues, give various policy measures related to issues that have arisen or may arise in future in a Globalized world.In essence, it is a ground-up policy framing advisoryThink-Tank which aims to create directional rapid development. Advantages There is a say by States, UnionTerritories, LeadersOfIndustry, Economists, Sociologists,  ForeignNationals, Think-tanks, Departments which ensures an inclusive, innovative, practical & fast development of State as well as Centre.In its true sense, NITI will lead to decentralization with framing at […]
- [An inspiring poem](https://abhiratshinde.com/an-inspiring-poem/): INVICTUS -by William Ernest Henley. During his imprisonment at one of the harshest prisons in South Africa, the late President Nelson Mandela used to read this poem. He says this is what kept him going during the innumerable years of hardship. Out of the night, that covers me,       Black as the pit from pole to pole, I thank whatever gods may be       For my unconquerable soul. In the fell clutch of circumstance       I have not winced nor cried aloud. Under the bludgeonings of chance       My head is bloody, but unbowed. Beyond this place of wrath and tears       Looms but the […]
- [Decentralisation and Indian villages](https://abhiratshinde.com/an-analysis-of-decentralization/): When one  thinks village the person  sees a  stereotype of the  films.  From the  classical jamindar to “desh-ki-dharti” and many variations in between. It is only recent media exposure and real-time visits that can portray the harsh truth. According to Census of India, any human settlement will be called village if for minimum 75% of households are engaged in agriculture, irrespective of their population, the number of hhs and area. They tend to be permanent settlements. Move toward modernisation and lack of opportunity lead to migration. According to the 2011 census in India, 68.84% of Indians (around 833.1 million people) […]

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