Overview: The ever-increasing dependence on fossil fuels has led to a drastic increase in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, specifically in the transportation industry. The implementation of electric buses (EB) globally has shown to be a promising solution to this issue due to zero tailpipe emissions. Nevertheless, the usage of electric vehicles (EV) will lead toContinue reading “Electric Bus Proposal”
Author Archives: Nikhil Biju
Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell
My whole life I believed that focusing on your strengths and following your passion is all you needed to become successful. It wasn’t until I read Outliers, by Malcolm Gladwell, I realized how important seeking opportunities and understanding your background is, as well. Malcolm studies the elites in athletics, academia, business, etc.. and discovers patternsContinue reading “Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell”
Time Management
Time management can make or break our future. Knowing how to manage one of the most precious resources in the world, plays a vital role in our success. Being able to understand and learn how to properly use it, will give us a feeling of control and a sense of freedom. I am by farContinue reading “Time Management”
Stress
Why do we get so intimated from this word? Why are we taught to believe stress is a bad thing? Stress allows us to grow. It allows us to learn and realize our potential. It cannot be avoided. If you want to achieve anything in your life, at some point you will have to bearContinue reading “Stress”
Perfection
We spend so much of our time trying to be perfect, never realizing that we already are. I believe that perfection is just an illusion that was created to motivate us to keep growing. I realized that happiness doesn’t come from finally achieving “perfection.” It comes from striving for it. It is during the journeyContinue reading “Perfection”
My Week without Headphones
We are constantly listening to something. Whether we’re walking, working out, driving, studying, eating, or even meditating, we spend so much time with our headphones and separate ourselves from the present. Music allows us to harmonize and express our emotions. It is a type of glue they can bind us together. However, we have toContinue reading “My Week without Headphones”
Morning Routine
This is probably one of the most undervalued concepts in our society. The morning is usually the only time that we have to ourselves. Once we get to work, school or even just check your mail you are devoting time to someone else. How we use it plays a vital role in determining the qualityContinue reading “Morning Routine”
Perspective
We often have to deal with situations where we believe we have no choice or control over it. We feel we are limited by our circumstances and have to deal the consequences no matter what. Maybe it’s not our circumstances that limit us. Maybe it’s our perspective. I believe there are multiple perspectives for everyContinue reading “Perspective”
Values
We live in a society that strives on rules. Each one has its own set of values and restrictions. We are rewarded for following them and punished for disobeying. It is a vital ingredient for maintaining peace and harmony. Why are we missing this same ingredient when it comes to ourselves? Just like society, everyContinue reading “Values”
Trust
Trust is one of the most powerful beliefs in our society. It can take years to build, yet, seconds to destroy. Everyone wants to be trusted and thrive on it. That is why it is important to understand how it works. I am currently reading The Speed of Trust by Stephen M.R. Covey and learnedContinue reading “Trust”
