Celeb Talk With Manasi Parekh

Carpe Diem: Seize The Day!

Manasi Parekh faced television under Balaji's banner Kitni Maast Hai Zindagi on MTV. Subsequently, she was offered another role in Balaji's Kausauti Zindagi Kii where she played Tanya aka Cookie for some time. And was later seen on Star One's serial India Calling in a main lead. This pretty lady is often compared to Sridevi.

Now once again Manasi makes use of her skill with Remote Control on 9x.

My journey
I had seen the ad in 'Bombay Times' placed by Balaji for a serial being aired on MTV, and I just went to grab the opportunity. I was selected out of six thousand participants. Although I had gone for singing I was given role as an actor, which I didn't wanted to loose especially from such a huge banner. I was first selected for Kitni Mast Hai Zindagi followed by Kausauti... and India Calling and now my journey has reached Remote Control. I am actually experimenting with new and innovative roles and such great chances come very rare in life.

Vivid memories
When I was shooting for India Calling,there was a scene where my company is sold off. I was handed a one-page speech, which was quite big, and the director told me that the scene will go in one shot. When the shoot began, I was so much into the role that I was crying and delivering the speech simultaneously. The shot went so well that all the people on the set applauded even the director and Anang Desaiji appreciated my performance. I had performed that role without using glycerin. I think that is my most memorable shot though I have to learn a lot in this industry, but such moments are really comprehensive and unforgettable. Acting has really motivated me in life.

Smile please
I think I love my smile and I just can't stay without smiling. My day starts and ends with my smile. There are people who find happiness when they are sad but I am not one of them as I love laughing and cheering. This acts as the energy capsule, which makes my day.

No hatred
I believe that the things you hate the most come in your way often and at times you cannot turn them off. I accept things as they come. I believe in staying calm in life and never indulging in situations that create hatred and an unfriendly atmosphere. That is not professionalism according to me.

I dream
I am waiting for challenging roles such as '16th Park Avenue' played by Konkana Sen Sharma. That role was awesome and really well put up. Such roles are rare and hard to act. Konkana has really done a good job.

Next move
After India Calling I was waiting for good opportunity and finally I got it. I am currently doing a serial Remote Control on 9x.

Small screen Sridevi
(Laughs.) During India Calling I was compared to Sridevi, they find some resemblance between her and me. I don't know how far it's true. Sridevi is a Goddess and a fabulous actor; being compared to such a figure is a compliment to me.

Serials 'n' Marriage
I think in life such things are bound to happen. It is setting your priorities accordingly. By the grace of God my family has been very supportive and my husband has been my great companion. I haven't forgotten my share. I make it a point to keep my profession and family parallel rather than merging them.

Sweet star
My favourite co-stars are Himani Shivpuri and Rushad Rana. They are extremely focused and thorough professionals. I had shared a great time working with them in India Calling where one played my grandmother and the other my ex-fiancé and best friend. I am surely looking forward to work with them if the chance is given.

It's not me
People think that I am young and I don't understand things easily. They find me immature. I need to put this straight that I am very much grown up. I know my priorities and please don't find me gullible and take me for granted.

Sign off
'Carpe Diem!' - Seize your day. You should squeeze the most from your day and there should be no senses of incompletion left in you. Try achieving all that you can on that particular day as life is too short and time is slipping out.

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The Little White Lie

An Essential Part Of A Marriage?

''You lied to me. How could you?'' Well - sometimes, the lie is so trivial that it just isn't a big deal. In fact, telling the truth in such situations would be a big deal, and simply not worth the stormy fallout.

As Rohit turned into the road leading to his home, his mobile beeped. It was his wife Neeta. ''Just checking if you've remembered to pick up my saree from the dry-cleaners? I need to wear it for my office function tomorrow.''

After a momentary lull, his brain sprung into action. ''I'm nearly there. Sorry I'm late, got caught up in a meeting. Don't worry, will pick it up,'' he replied. Then, carefully calculated so that it didn't come across as an after-thought, he added, ''I haven't forgotten,honey.''

A white lie - a means for instant forgiveness?

Ha! He thought, as he turned his car back to the dry-cleaners two kilometres away. That should get her - a mushy white lie, and a two-in-one punch line to boot!

A white lie it certainly was, but was it such a good idea? For Rohit, it was. It didn't just save the moment, but ensured his evening would be peaceful, and free of reproaches.

But some marriage counsellors think otherwise, as they emphasize, "If you can't even be honest with, and expect truthfulness from your spouse, then forget about sincerity in your life." However, relenting somewhat, even hardcore advocates of honesty within a marriage opine that some white lies are acceptable, so long as you don't make a habit of it.

Fact is - the momentary bliss or forgiveness that a white lie assures can be seductive, and hence habit-inducing. While one little white lie may seem harmless, a series of white lies gives rise to a scenario of dishonesty, and stands to seriously impair a relation. How?

A bad habit - telling white lies

First, it retards a partner's growth as a good, compassionate communicator. Secondly, it inhibits true intimacy. Further, a series of white lies can invoke other bigger lies to hide the previous ones, and snowball into a stressful situation.

The truth of the matter is that a little white lie used as the easy way out to save a loved one from a stressful moment, when taken out of proportion, becomes a major stress-inducer itself.
Apparently, you need to understand whether like Rohit, you can afford a little white lie, now and then, to cover up an unintentional small gaffe. Yes - the keyword is small blunder, perhaps like splurging on an extra dress. Certainly not in case of a major relationship-threatening situation like a one-night stand.

If you need a rule of thumb - ask yourself why you're resorting to the white lie. If in using it, you're setting aside, even momentarily, a value that is the foundation of your marriage, you're definitely on the wrong track. Remember - white lies are never a substitute for honesty in a relationship. You have far too much at stake.

So when is a little white lie justified?

Another useful pointer is how you feel after telling a white lie - you should feel the pinch, for something not done that should have been done, or for something you forgot that you should have remembered.

As long as your conscience is still alive to having told a lie - albeit white - you will stay clear of lapsing into using white lies as a convenient way out of sticky situations

So consider it permissible to tell a little white lie, only when you're not saving yourself from dealing with difficult circumstances, but are simply saving your loved partner from unnecessary grief.

It's also okay when you're using the white lie as a means to avoid hanging out the truth, as they say. The best example for this is the proverbial favourite ladies question, "Do I look fat in this dress?"

Truly - you don't need to dot all your i's and cross all your t's when answering this one. Let the little white lie keep the peace!

Charu Bahri

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Anjali-Arjun Design For The Groom

It's a great day to look good. So make it memorable by choosing something from Anjali-Arjun's collection.

You're the groom and you are being pushed no end to get your wedding wear in order. But you have been too busy managing work with giving ample time to your new sweetheart. And finally that one-day horror strikes.

You realize you have very little time to get all your outfits straight. The D-day is almost here and you haven't the slightest clue what you could or would want to wear!

Worry not. Anjali and Arjun's groom wear collection has the right outfits for all occasions. Including colours like black and beige that suit the groom, played along with some traditional hues and some interesting new cuts, this collection is sure to help you resolve your wedding-wear worries.

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Now that the confident, metrosexual man wants something that is stylish and suits his style, looking clumsy on your wedding day is the last thing you want. All you want is the right outfit that would look like you have put in all the effort to match up to your girl's gorgeous looks.

Pick up something that makes you look broad, royal and neat. Let the cuts be clean. Avoid too much paraphernalia so you look confident and in control.

It's a great day to look good. Make it your best and make it memorable by choosing something from Anjali-Arjun's collection. Happy wedding!

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Romantic Goa: Indian Destination Wedding

If you're planning to tie the knot soon, do consider Goa for a beautiful and romantic wedding...

A wedding is an once-in-a-lifetime affair (hopefully!), which is why couple's today go all out in order to make their wedding day a lifetime experience. And with something as important as your wedding day, nobody wants to make any kind of compromises!

This is exactly why a Goan destination wedding ranks as one of the most memorable ways to get married. In addition to the charm that is truly Goa, you also have that extra bit of mysticism and spirituality that will make your wedding unique.

Getting Married In Goa

Goa is a nature's paradise and offers you various location choices to host your wedding. Here's what you can choose from:

1. Beach wedding: The lure of its virgin beaches is world famous. Not only can you get married at many public beaches, but you also have a choice between many private and semi-private beaches that are ideal for weddings. Here are some of the more popular beach venues for a Goa destination wedding:
   • Baga and Calangute beaches: These public beaches are extremely popular tourist spots, thanks to their clear waters and white sands. Permission has to be taken from local authorities for a wedding on these beaches, but is easily granted.
   • Palolem beach: If you're looking for an isolated beach venue that is not overrun with tourists, then Palolem beach is the perfect spot. This is one of the few 'undiscovered' beaches in Goa and a wedding here is undoubtedly a fantasy come to life.
   • Anjuna beach: If white sandy beaches aren't your style and you prefer rocky beaches with smaller rivers meeting into the sea, then look no further than Anjuna. Extremely popular with foreigners, Indians too are now heading to this beach for their wedding.
   
   

   Although a beach wedding in Goa can be very memorable and fun, such locations are more suited to traditional weddings that are not very formal. And yes, it will have to be a day wedding as there are certain restrictions to music and lights on the beaches after dark.

2. Indoor weddings: Highly sophisticated and formal weddings (which most Indian weddings tend to be) are better suited to be hosted at indoor venues such as hotels, resorts, and wedding halls. However, if you miss the beach festivities, you can always have one of the pre-wedding parties on the beach. Here are some hotels and resorts that provide fantastic venues for Goan destination weddings:
   • Taj Holiday Village: All the Taj properties in Goa are excellent venues for weddings,particularly so the Taj Village. Their private beaches, lush gardens,and beautifully decorated indoor venues provide you with plenty of choices for the various wedding ceremonies and functions. Guests can be accommodated at the hotel itself, thus saving you the hassle of separate travel arrangements for all.
   • Holiday Inn Goa Resort: With its 170 spacious rooms and suites, the Holiday Inn Resort in Goa has more than ample space for large wedding parties. Apart from the usual trappings that make for a grand wedding such as picturesque locations, mouth-watering food, and hip shaking music, this is one of the few resorts in Goa that has a casino. Thus, you can organise a Casino Night and you and your wedding guests can have a blast!

Hotels and resorts do turn out to be more expensive than beach weddings, but there is no time or noise restriction, thereby allowing you to party till you drop.

Climate: October to March is the best time to plan destination weddings in Goa as the weather is very pleasant and the monsoon will not interfere with your wedding festivities.

Getting there: Goa is well connected through the rail and road network to all parts of India. Flights are easily available to and from all major cities in India.

If you're planning to tie the knot soon, do consider Goa for a beautiful and romantic wedding that you'll remember for years to come. And once the wedding guests depart, the happily married couple can have an amorous honeymoon in gorgeous Goa itself!

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Beauty Treatments For Male Skin

Men too can groom themselves and aim to look the best with specified beauty treatments.

Dr. Jamuna Pai Leading cosmetologist who runs her own cosmetic clinics in Mumbai.  Have a question? Click here...

Greying Of Eyebrows

L. Keehn asks,
Is it possible that hormonal changes in the body can change the colour of eyebrows to grey or white?
Dear L. Keehn,
Early greying of the hair is usually genetic. Unfortunately nothing much can be done about it. We can only delay the process of greying. You can take a combination of B-complex with calcium daily for 3 months. Hormonal changes really don't cause change in colour of the eyebrows. The best option would be a permanent cosmetic for the same.

Beauty Treatments For Men

Mangesh asks,
I am interested in knowing what are the beauty treatments available for men. I came across facials, bleaching etc at the local saloons. Can you please tell what are the pros and cons of these treatments? Which is a better treatment for a fairer glowing face?
Dear Mangesh,
There are various beauty treatments for men. Bleaching and facial once a month is effective. It helps in lifting the tan and plus gives a relaxing effect. For a fairer glowing face there are treatments like microdermabrasion, chemical peels. 4-6 sittings are required at an interval of 4-6 weeks to get the desired results. They act by flaking the top layers of skin and thus resulting in rejuvenation, but make sure a trained professional does it.

Impact Of Oral Contraceptive Pills

Barsha asks,
I am 35 years old. My skin colour is very dark. I have been using chemical peel for the last one-year or so in every 6 weeks intervals. My skin texture looks better than before. I would like to continue using it. Is there any side effect with the peel for long period of time? Also I am loosing lot of hair. I was on birth control pill and the hair loss was less. Now I have stopped taking the pill and I am losing hair.
Dear Barsha,
Chemical peel acts by flaking off the top layers of skin and thus gives lightening effect. It rejuvenates the skin. Skin layers are shed off every 28 days and replaced by a new layer. So it is a quiet safe procedure. Hair fall occurs due to hormonal changes, which occurs in case of PCOD. In PCOD male hormone is high which suppresses the effect of female hormone. OC (oral contraceptive) pills have 2 effects it has female hormone and anti-male hormone, which corrects the imbalance, and hence on stopping there is a reversal of hair fall. But you can supplement it with a high protein diet and with local application of 2% minoxidil solution at night.

Change In Skin Colour

Karthik asks,
I am 29 years old man; my face is very dark and looks different from my body colour. I am using ordinary soap; I am not using any special cream for past few years. (Last few months I have not gone out under sunlight but still nothing seems to improve).
Dear Karthik,
An exposed area tends to be darker than rest of the body. Using a sunscreen is the best way to prevent this from happening. Use a sunscreen (SPF 30 or above) and reapply every 3-4 hours. You can use creams containing Hydroquinone / VitaminC / Kojic acid to lighten the skin tan. There are varieties of peels like Fruit acid peel / Glycolic acid peel. 4-6 sittings are required at an interval of 4-6 weeks to get the desired results.

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Shahid Kapur, "What does a breakup have to do with it?"

The cute boy of Bollywood, talks about his relationships... with his parents, girlfriends, brother and more.

The cute boy of Bollywood, Shahid Kapur is making headlines for one reason or another. His recent release Jab We Met has been a hit and his break up with the actress Kareena Kapoor made headlines for weeks together. Then it was his link ups with Vidya Balan and Sania Mirza and news about Salman being upset with Katrina for signing a film with Shahid. He might not have much to do with these rumours but they are helping keep the star fresh in the public's memory. We talk to him about his relationships... with his parents, girlfriends, brother and more.

What factor do you think has made Jab We Met a hit?
Shahid: The simplicity of the film is a major reason that Jab We Met is such a huge success. It is a very real love story, which could be anyone's life experience. There is no unnecessary drama, emotions or out of the ordinary reactions from any of the characters. Also, people liked the music that played a key role.

They are saying your break up publicity has done the wonders?
Shahid: (frowns) They say a lot of things. But no movie is ever a success due to the personal incidents in the actor's life. If the movie is bad then nothing can save it and similarly, a good movie is solely dependent on a good script and the director's vision. What does a breakup have to do with it?

Tell us about your forthcoming ventures.
Shahid: (pauses) There are a couple of projects that I am working on and couple more that I am considering. You will hear about them soon.

Are you going to star in your mother or father's directorial venture?
Shahid: That depends on whether they want to cast me (laughs). When they decide to do it and if I fit the role, then why not? I surely hope though that I get the chance.

Do you think Jab We Met has changed your image as cute faced since you played a soothingly serious role?
Shahid: Maybe. In my first movie Ishq Vishq Pyaar Vyaar I played a teenage lover boy. I did do a lot of serious roles after that but my audience always saw me as a cute face since I started with that image. But as long as the script and director is good, I don't mind playing any role.

What kind of roles are you looking for in the future?
Shahid: As I said earlier, I will play any role as long as it excites and challenges my realm of know how. I don't want to be stuck in any mould. I want to be versatile yet create an impact.

Tell us about your relationship with your brother Ishaan?
Shahid: It's like any other relationship between two brothers. I pamper him, scold him and we generally hang out, watch movies, play video games and do the brother stuff. Since he is so much younger than me, I am extra protective of him. But he is smart kid and usually does not take my advice (laughs).

Who would you say are you closest to? Someone you could have a heart talk with?
Shahid: I am very close to both my parents. I can talk to them about anything, anytime. They give me genuine, unbiased advice but only if I ask them. Most of the times they just listen and let me pour my heart out.

Can you tell us where the fire is? Vidya Balan or Sania?
Shahid: (Laughs) Right now the fire is only in my movies.

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An Affair To Remember...

What happens when your idea of honeymoon and wedding doesn't match with your fiancé's?

Both of them are romantics, but their romantic dreams are a bit different from each other. She wants a dream wedding. He wants a dream honeymoon. Unfortunately both dreams are difficult to fulfill at the same time. They have to make a choice. The groom's mind is made up. Let's hear the girl's side of the story.

Ever since I was a little girl in pigtails, I have dreamt about my wedding day. I was not even born when Lady Diana got married to Prince Charles. But I have seen their pictures innumerable times. And every time I did it would be like, "Wow, shaadi ho to aisi !''

Although I am Hindu, I would fantasize about wearing a white gown with a long trail, a diamond tiara on my head, walking on a carpet of flowers. Of course instead of heads of states from around the world, I saw film stars as the guests and performing artists in my wedding party. My prince would arrive sitting on a tall white stallion, accompanied by dancing baratis. As I grew up the traditional band guys were replaced by some hotshot DJ in my fantasy.

Alas, now I have found my prince, who is more handsome than Prince Charles, and I am sure more loving than that old guy. But he doesn't share my fantasy, as far as the wedding ceremony is concerned. He balks at the idea of grand weddings. He calls them multi-ring circuses. He doesn't even want traditional rituals. "We can call the marriage registrar home and get married in the presence of a few close relatives and friends. I don't want to turn the most beautiful day of my life into a tiresome public function," he says.

When I first heard these words, I thought he was joking. We both come from financially sound families. Our engagement ceremony before five months was held in a suburban five star hotel. Then all of a sudden, why this change of heart?

He agrees with the words 'change of heart'. According to him when he started scouting for our honeymoon destination, he saw this lovely place on the Internet that seemed out of this world and out of budget for most of the people. There and then he had this so-called change of heart.

"I visualized hundreds of guests crowding up a room, strangers smiling blankly, food tables featuring dozens of dishes as in some fun fare, expensive floral decorations getting wilted, both of us looking like over made up actors... and I then imagined just two of us, flying first class to that beautiful, exotic island, longing on the pristine beach, just wearing swim suits and sipping champagne. There was no contest, then," he says.

In short, he now wants to save money on the wedding ceremony and splurge it all on the honeymoon. He thinks he is being romantic, but I am not so sure. Having a honeymoon on some exotic, unheard place sounds fine, but at the cost of a big wedding here? I proposed that we have a lavish wedding here and then go to Switzerland or Italy that can be as lovely if not as exotic as that island.

Our parents can afford it. But he now finds everything associated with lavish weddings, wrong. He considers it all a waste of money.

"Everybody knows that we have money, we don't have to show off," he declared flatly when his parents tried telling him that this was what was expected from them when their only son got married.

My mother is involved with social causes like saving the environment and helping street children. She naturally finds it difficult to argue with her son-in-law's point of view. But I know that even she had great plans for the wedding. Now she can't say that let the boy's side be as simple as possible but we will splurge, right?

I guess, ultimately I too would agree to my man's plans. I love him and I also know that we would have a wonderful honeymoon. But then sometimes I think, I am going to marry just once, then why can't it be an affair to remember?

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Swarovski Bridal Collection

Swarovski launches a new range of crystals bridal jewellery especially for the bride looking for a change.

Gold, platinum and diamonds have ruled Indian weddings for far too long now. The new Indian bride longs to find jewellery that is unique, modern and closer to her style. Swarovski noticed this unmet need of the modern Indian bride and decided to unveil its bridal collection for the girl who wants to go a different way.

Displayed at the Swarovski showroom at Le Meridien in Delhi, their new pieces have been created for the wedding season. The brides can now add another masterpiece to their collection. Not gold, nor silver but crystals this time. The groom has not been ignored either. There is a gorgeous crystal cufflinks and tiepin set for them.

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The Swarovski bridal collection was unveiled at Aqua, The Park Hotel in Delhi. While crystals were the stars of the show, outfits designed for the models by Falguni and Shane Peacock aptly complimented Swarovski's splendid collection. The collection is titled Confetti to conjure images of fun, joy and celebration. Models on the ramp included Joey Mathew and Noyonika Chatterjee. Soha Ali Khan, the young new face of Bollywood, added her glamour to the show.

We bring to you glimpses from the grand show that is going to create a new wave of fashion. If you are the bride looking for a change from regular pieces then these rings, necklaces and tiaras must be added to your trousseau.

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Celebs On Celebrating New Year's Eve

Spending money lavishly or partying till the wee hours, is this the only way to welcome the New Year?

Mumbai works hard and parties even harder. It is said often that the city never sleeps. We just need a reason to celebrate, don't we?

Shaaditimes caught up with a few famous faces to check what they did on New Year's Eve and their view on the way it is celebrated.

Spending money lavishly or partying till the wee hours, is this the only way to welcome the New Year?

Aamir Ali - (TV Actor, Winner - Nach Baliye 3)
Celebration is all about enjoying the mood. I don't think that one has to go out of the house to celebrate any eve or any occasion for that matter. I was in Goa with my family and trust me I had the best New Year till date. I just enjoyed myself to the fullest and that is what really matters.



Anjori Alagh - (Film Actress, Debutant - Life Mein Kabhie Kabhie)
I don't think so. As far as I am concerned, I would rather spend the eve with my family and friends rather than going outside and spending money.

Rajeshwari Badola - (TV Actress, Hostess - K for Kishore)
It's very personal. If one finds happiness with spending money lavishly then he or she is free to do it. After all it is happiness that what really matters. If one thinks that I have worked hard the whole year and spending money or partying till late nights is going to bring happiness, then why not? There is no specific way for any kind of celebration.



Ali Asgar - (TV Actor, Kahanii Ghar Ki)
I am not much into parties. I am not a party animal. Instead of spending money, I would prefer to donate or may be do some charity. I try to spend any event with my family and that is what really gives me happiness and satisfaction.


Vaishnavi - (TV Actress, Choona Hai Aasman)
No way. I am a simple person. Every year I celebrate this eve with my family. We visited church, said prayers and then all my friends and family members came down to my house for the New Year celebration. We danced, sang and had a blast. Every year we celebrate this way and enjoy ourselves to the fullest.

Rajeev Paul - (TV Actor)
I don't believe in spending on New Years Eve. Instead I spend the eve with my family. I strongly feel that one must celebrate the New Year's Eve with one's family, within the premises of one's house. And I assure you that it can bring you immense happiness and satisfaction rather than going out of the house to celebrate.



Gurdeep Kohli - (TV Actress, Good morning Zindagii)
It depends on the person and his economic standards. If he can afford to party and spend money then he can. If one loves to treat himself or herself that he or she is free to do it.

Nigaar Z. Khan - (TV Actress)
No. I completely disagree that by spending money freely or lavishly one can celebrate any kind of occasion. Celebration is all about happiness and satisfaction. One celebrates in happiness or only when one is satisfied. I love to celebrate with my family and loved ones rather then celebrating with strangers. Partying in luxurious hotels can give you happiness, but it's only temporary, and on other hand celebrating with your loved ones, not only gives happiness but also satisfaction and that is what really matters.

Deepshika - (TV Actress, Dahhej)
No... not at all. If you ask me I spend the eve with my family and kids. We celebrate in a very simple way. We prayed, partied till 12 in the night and went off to sleep. But trust me; this was the best New Year celebration. I guess I have partied a lot; but now being with my family, friends, my loved ones and those who matter to me a lot brings me immense happiness.

Shefali Shah - (TV Actress)
I would never do this. I think this is a complete wastage of one's time and hard earned money. But again any celebration is a personal question. We can't impose anyone to celebrate any event or any festival in a certain way. How to celebrate or how much to spend or party and till what time is extremely personal question. But as far as I am concerned, I spend this eve with my family and friends.

Vaibhavi V. Pradhan

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Ashamed Of Hair Greying

Afzal asks,
I am 27 yrs old graduate. My hair is rapidly turning white; I am so scared that almost 40% of the hair has become white in 1 year. It's too embarrassing. I can't find a clue to get rid of this menace. Whenever I propose girls they are reluctant. I am under severe stress and in a state of inferior complex.
Dear Afzal,
I am not an expert in this field. You may please contact your doctor or any specialist. However, so what if your hair is getting grey. We make ourselves laughable. Be proud of what you have. Can we really do much - so please learn to ignore and accept.

I Can't Speak In English

Sujata asks,
I am 51 yrs old lady, widow; I have stayed in Europe for 5 years. But the problem is when I communicate in English I feel shy, and my English is very poor, please give me advice.
Dear Sujata,
Why are you worried about your English? You speak your mother tongue well right? So don't feel bad. Next, keep speaking the language - wrong or right and gradually the fluency will set in. Please do not be conscious of yourself.

Mother Tongue Influence

Rakesh asks,
I am 28 yrs old and I am pursuing my MBA and I have 6 yrs working experience. The main problem with me is the accent. I am unable to overcome my mother tongue's influence (basically from south India). Please suggest some necessary tips to become perfect in communicating the foreign language (English).
Dear Rakesh,
You need to practice - try to join some English speaking classes and pursue your efforts. It is not difficult - a little overtone of mother tongue is perfectly accepted.

Cultivate Your Persona

Dutta asks,
I am a student and I am concerned about my personality and career, but sometimes it happens that I feel I am inferior to others, not smart enough. I get depressed very soon. How can I get rid of all these?
Dear Dutta,
As I have always said - do appreciate yourself, body and mind. Be involved in extra curricular activities, socialize and dress well. If possible do join some personality development or etiquette classes.

Groom Yourself

Amy asks,
I am 24 yrs old. Being the youngest in the family I was never allowed to grow (either dominated or pampered). I am an easy learner but the problem arises when I want to express something I can't do that. Especially in front of male friends - it's nothing to do with love or affair. I speak well and my personality is not that impressive because of traditional attire, which I have to clad around while going to work? My friends are much smarter and move easily. I want to enhance my written English. Are there any courses available as well as P.D?
Dear Amy ,
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