DECODING
HUMANITIES
HUMANITIES FIRST EVER SELF-HELP BOOK
GURU TAHANGURIYA
To all those who love and support us unconditionally,
I dedicate this book to you.
About The Author
Guru Tahanguriya is a learner, educator,
entrepreneur, content creator, and author.
As the co-founder of The Twin Bros, he has guided
1,00,000+ young minds since 2020.
He is recognised for his calm presence, his maturity beyond
years, his intellect, and his deeply observant nature.
Young people admire the way he transforms complex ideas
about life into simple, relatable, and meaningful insights.
His work reflects clarity, compassion, and a rare ability to
turn chaos into understanding.
Similarly, consider this book a reminder - a reminder you
need, even though you may already know everything. I hope
that after reading this book, you'll be on the right track and
become a top performer.
This book is structured in a way that allows you to dive into
any topic at any time, without needing to follow a specific
order. Even if you find reading this book boring or feel like
you already know everything, please keep reading. You won't
be disappointed by the end.
Happy reading!
Content
1. Humanities/Arts Stream........................................... 1
Why Humanities/Arts Stream Is Different?............................3
Are you the Right Student for the Humanities/Arts
Stream?......................................................................................................... 4
Stand Strong Against the Noise.................................................... 7
Common Myths About Humanities..........................................10
2. How to Get Started?................................................. 15
Finding the Right Resources...........................................................17
Figuring Out the Best Channels...................................................21
Headaches of Projects..................................................................... 24
Role of School......................................................................................... 25
How to Make a Perfect Timetable.............................................27
Creating a Personalised Study Plan.........................................31
3. Humanities Secrets................................................ 35
Why Only a Few Students Succeed?.......................................37
Reasons of Failure............................................................................... 45
School Exams are a Scam.............................................................49
Initial Hard Work.....................................................................................51
Note Making.............................................................................................53
How Not to Forget................................................................................ 56
Data and Facts......................................................................................59
How to Understand NCERTs........................................................... 61
Question and Answers..................................................................... 63
How to Write Perfect Answers..................................................... 65
Multiple Choice Questions.............................................................. 71
Balancing Subjects............................................................................. 73
Best Time to Study and How Much to Study..................... 75
Holidays and Vacations...................................................................77
Books, Videos, and Courses Scam...........................................78
4. Exam Days................................................................83
Understanding the Date-Sheet................................................. 85
Right Way of Attempting Paper.................................................88
Final Revision............................................................................................91
Exam Day Tips........................................................................................ 92
How to Solve Sample Papers.......................................................94
5. Ending Humanities..................................................97
Is Class 11th Important?................................................................... 99
11th Class vs Board Exams vs CUET........................................ 100
Practicals..................................................................................................102
Motivation, Consistency, and Knowledge.........................104
Career and Scope..............................................................................107
Additional Resources........................................................................ 110
6. Exploring CUET........................................................ 115
What Is CUET?......................................................................................... 117
Before CUET..............................................................................................118
CUET Syllabus......................................................................................... 119
CUET Exam Pattern............................................................................ 120
CUET Subjects.........................................................................................121
CUET Cutoffs...........................................................................................122
Admission Criteria..............................................................................123
Best Universities and Colleges..................................................124
CUET Preparation Guide................................................................ 126
7. Mind Matters............................................................ 131
Overthinking...........................................................................................133
Emotions...................................................................................................139
Competition...........................................................................................144
Addiction.................................................................................................. 147
Time............................................................................................................. 150
Self Control..............................................................................................153
Self Awareness.....................................................................................156
Toxicity....................................................................................................... 159
Decision Making.................................................................................. 163
The Art of Saying No!........................................................................168
Anxiety........................................................................................................170
Morality...................................................................................................... 176
Fear...............................................................................................................179
Language.................................................................................................182
8. Productive Mindset................................................187
Why Productivity?...............................................................................189
We Cannot Sit Quiet......................................................................... 190
Five Years................................................................................................. 193
Eisenhower Matrix.............................................................................. 195
A Day Before.......................................................................................... 199
Emotional Stability.............................................................................201
Routine......................................................................................................202
Sleep.......................................................................................................... 203
Delayed Gratification..................................................................... 205
Don’t Speak........................................................................................... 206
Trust the Nudge..................................................................................208
Negotiation............................................................................................209
Do The Right.............................................................................................211
Identity....................................................................................................... 213
Mind Is Not a Dustbin....................................................................... 216
Living In Extremes................................................................................217
Will Life Become Boring?................................................................219
Is It Hard?.................................................................................................222
9. Life Lessons and Motivation................................ 225
Analysis Paralysis?............................................................................227
Usual Way of Being.......................................................................... 229
Past, Present and Future................................................................231
The Wisdom of Letting Go........................................................... 233
Wisdom of Dependent Origination.......................................234
Be Grateful............................................................................................. 235
23 Lessons from 23 Years [23/01/2024]............................. 237
A Letter from Teenage Guru to Present Guru................ 242
A Letter from Present Guru to Teenage Guru................ 244
Thank You!............................................................................................. 250
Continue Your Journey............................................ 252
Epilogue...................................................................... 253
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1. Humanities/Arts Stream
This section provides an in-depth understanding of
the Humanities/Arts stream, exploring what sets it
apart from other fields.
It helps you reflect on whether this stream aligns
with your interests and goals, offering clarity to
make informed decisions.
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Why Humanities/Arts Stream Is Different?
A common mistake students make after opting for
the humanities/arts stream is assuming that
humanities stream subjects will be similar to the
social science subject they studied in lower classes.
This assumption is not entirely accurate. Although
the subjects may be the same or similar, there is a
vast difference in their approach and complexity.
You need a completely different mindset to tackle
the challenges of the humanities stream, which we
will discuss further in this book.
Another distinctive feature of the humanities
stream, compared to other streams like commerce,
PCB, and PCM, is the freedom students have to form
their own opinions.
While two plus two will always equal four; concepts
like rights, democracy, and society can have
different interpretations for each student.
This is one of the best aspects of the humanities
stream. Instead of rote memorisation, you learn,
grow, and evolve.
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"The difference between
ordinary and extraordinary is
that little extra."
— Jimmy Johnson
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Stand Strong Against the Noise
Once you choose Humanities, many people will start
criticising your decision, saying it’s the worst stream
to take.
They'll call it a stream for weak students, claim it
doesn't suit you, will say it has limited scope, and
that you'll end up regretting your choice. After
hearing all this, your heart starts pounding, and you
begin to doubt your decision.
So, the question is, how do you deal with it?
Here’s the answer.
First of all, you need to realise that society is
changing rapidly, and so are opportunities. Yes,
years ago, Humanities was seen as a stream
chosen by weaker students, and the scope was
limited, but that’s no longer true.
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Before taking anyone’s opinion seriously,
ask them two things:
1. Are they themselves from a Humanities
background, and if not, how do they know so much
about it? Are their views based on assumptions or
random conversations?
2. And if they are from Humanities, are they aware of
how the landscape has changed? Did they give
their best, or are they judging the stream based only
on their own failures?
I hope you see the point; most opinions people hold
are baseless.
You’ve got two ears, listen from one and let it pass
through the other. If someone says something
useful, reflect on it and look for solutions. But regret,
it won’t take you anywhere.
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“Taking a different path doesn’t
mean you’re lost; it often means
you’re brave enough to walk
where few have dared.”
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2. How to Get Started?
“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.”
- Mark Twain
In this section, I guide you through the essential first
steps in your Humanities journey. From selecting the
best resources and channels to managing projects
and understanding the role of your school, I cover
everything you need to build a strong foundation.
Additionally, I will help you create a timetable that
optimises your time and ensures a structured
approach to your studies.
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Finding the Right Resources
Good resources play a significant role in the
humanities stream. Having the right resources is
crucial if you aspire to be a top performer.
But the biggest challenge students encounter is the
abundance of resources in the market and online
platforms, with each claiming to be the best,
leading to confusion.
Allow me to share a secret of high achievers: you
only require a few quality resources to excel in this
stream.
Let's delve into each type of resource one by one:
Main Book: In most humanities subjects, the main
book is the NCERT. Your exams for 11th, 12th, and
CUET will be based on NCERT. Not a single question
will come outside the NCERT books. However, please
note that in a few subjects like Economics and
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Physical Education, NCERT alone may not suffice;
you may need additional reference books
recommended by your school teachers to complete
your syllabus. Remember, without a thorough
understanding of the main book, other resources
may prove ineffective.
Question Bank: After completing a chapter from the
main book, you need to review all the important
questions from that chapter, and for this, you'll need
a good question bank. A question bank will help you
identify key questions, assist in revision, and aid in
answer framing. A good question bank contains
high-quality questions based on the latest syllabus.
However, mistakes in question banks are common,
so always cross-check answers with the main book.
Notes: There is nothing better than making notes for
revision, as it is scientifically proven that this aids in
better retention. We will discuss this later in the
book.
Past Year Questions: Purchasing books containing
past years' questions is also a valuable resource to
understand the exam's level and prepare
accordingly. Good question banks usually cover
past year questions (PYQs), but there are also
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separate books available that only include question
papers from the past 5-10 years.
Sample Papers: After completing the syllabus,
solving sample papers is crucial. It helps in revision,
time management, and answer framing.
By now, you might be wondering how to make the
best use of resources. Don’t worry, we’ll explore that
in detail later in the book.
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“Resources alone aren’t enough;
it’s the will, decisions, and
persistence that create
success.”
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Headaches of Projects
In the humanities stream, one of the biggest
challenges is creating numerous files and
assignments. One of the best things you can do is to
create these files and assignments as early as
possible.
Avoid waiting until the last minute. Students who
procrastinate often struggle to manage projects
and assignments along with final exams.
Here's a pro tip: always choose straightforward
topics from your main textbooks for your files. This
will help you avoid difficulties during practical exam
vivas.
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3. Humanities Secrets
“We are not meant to stay the same. We are meant
to grow, to evolve, to become better than we were
yesterday.”
- Beau Taplin
This section unveils the hidden factors behind
success and failure in the Humanities stream. I will
explore why only a few students excel and the
common pitfalls that lead to setbacks.
From mastering note-making and retention
techniques to understanding NCERT, I will share
essential study strategies.
Learn how to tackle different question formats,
balance multiple subjects, and optimise your study
hours.
I will also address common misconceptions, such
as the "school exams scam" and the truth about
books, videos, and courses, helping you navigate
your academic path with clarity and confidence.
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Why Only a Few Students Succeed?
Every single student has pondered this question:
Why do only a few students succeed while the
majority do not? What makes some students
special?
To be honest, there is no single answer to this
question. We all face different challenges and have
different ways of dealing with them. What worked
for one person does not necessarily mean it will
work for you as well.
However, there are a few habits that are
consistently found among top students - what we
call "toppers' secrets."
Let's discuss them one by one:
1. Power of Consistency
Let's assume the total number of chapters across all
subjects is 110. Realistically, your total chapters are
likely closer to 100, but let's stick with 110 for this
example. Now, assume it takes you 3 hours to
complete one chapter. To finish 110 chapters, you
would need 330 hours, which translates to
approximately 14 days if you studied non-stop.
Overwhelming, right?
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However, if you study for 3 hours a day, you can
complete these 330 hours in 110 days, which is
around 3 and a half months. This demonstrates the
power of consistency. Studying a little bit every day
adds up significantly over time. You can complete
your entire syllabus in roughly 3-4 months without
any rush or problems.
Now, consider this: if you have fewer chapters and
study more than 3 hours a day, what will be the
outcome? You guessed it, you’ll finish even faster!
2. Good Relationship with Teachers
Most top students maintain great relationships with
their school teachers. Regardless of personal
feelings, they recognise that teachers possess the
experience and authority that can ease their school
life and improve their results. For example, having
good relationships can lead to better marks in
practical exams and viva, as well as access to free
resources and personal guidance.
3. Friendships
Friendship is not a business; we make friends who
understand us and share a similar vibe. However,
you will notice that top students often maintain
good relationships with their intelligent classmates
because they receive mutual benefits.
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For example, a day before an exam, you might get a
call from a friend saying they haven't studied
anything yet, and you may both laugh and waste
time. In contrast, a top student will receive calls from
friends focused on important discussions, such as
reviewing key topics or revising together. Do you see
the difference?
4. Self-Awareness
Some understand better when someone teaches
them, while others prefer self-study. Some study at
night, while others love to study in the morning.
Some enjoy watching movies for entertainment,
while others prefer playing games. What works for
you works for you. The problem arises when you
start to copy others, especially those you perceive
as superior to you. A fish cannot fly, and a monkey
cannot live underwater. Understand yourself and
work accordingly. Most toppers are aware of what
works for them and what doesn't.
5. Self-Fulfilling Prophecy
It’s human psychology that we try to maintain a
good image that people have of us. A topper
behaves like a topper; they participate in events, are
disciplined, never give anyone a chance to point at
them, and act like they are already a topper. Their
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act of behaving like this forces them to give their
best, whereas students who are not toppers never
complete their work on time, delay things, and have
a weak mental image of themselves.
6. Right Resources
Toppers always use the right and limited resources.
They do not rely on everything available, and this
makes a big difference. The right resources have
already been mentioned earlier in this book.
7. Pre-Planning and Routine
Toppers pre-plan almost everything. They know
what to study, when to study, and how to study.
They have a clear plan for when they will complete
their syllabus and when they will start revision. They
think ahead and do not leave things for the future.
They follow a routine and stick to it.
8. Smart Work
Toppers are smart; they spend their time wisely.
They only participate in activities that help them
grow. They maintain good relationships with their
teachers and befriend smart students. They
complete their projects and assignments ahead of
time, allowing them to focus on studies. They do not
waste time scrolling through social media. They do
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everything to minimise their efforts while
maximising their output.
9. Intrinsic Motivation
Toppers possess a burning desire to achieve their
goals. They work diligently with a clear purpose,
relying less on external motivation. The inner drive
within them compels them to persevere even during
challenging times.
10. Self-Confidence
You'll seldom hear a topper express doubt about
their abilities. Internally, they harbour a strong sense
of self-assurance, firmly believing in their capability
to excel.
11. Creating Own Environment
Toppers usually have friends and people around
them who are equally motivated, encouraging them
to study harder and challenging them to excel.
Together, they create a positive environment,
striving to steer clear of negative influences.
Ask yourself: Who is around you? Are they people
who objectify women, or those who talk about
morality? Are they people who want to be
successful, or people happily investing their parents'
hard-earned money?
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12. Mistakes
Most students repeatedly make the same mistakes.
You often hear classmates saying, 'I can't finish
exams on time,' 'I always procrastinate and then
suffer,' 'I forget what I study,' or 'I can't concentrate,'
but they seldom make efforts to improve. Many
students are aware of their mistakes but refuse to
accept and work on them. This reality is both sad
and true. Toppers consistently work on their
mistakes and learn from them.
13. They Compete, But They Don't Compare
Comparison is one of the biggest factors
contributing to student failure. Many students
compare themselves with others and subsequently
feel sadness or jealousy. Toppers greatly admire
students who surpass them and compete with
them, but they rarely engage in comparison. We are
all unique and always will be.
14. They Know What is Important
I receive messages from students even a week
before exams, asking about the syllabus, chapter
weightage, paper patterns, and more. These things
are most important, and you should be aware of
them months before exams. I have never seen a
topper behaving this way.
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15. Dealing with Failure
Toppers don’t let their failures determine their
future; they overcome them. Many students who
score lower marks often assume they can't become
toppers and let their failures dictate their path.
However, a true topper never does this. They keep
fighting and never lose hope.
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6. Exploring CUET
This section is dedicated to CUET, a crucial
examination for Humanities students seeking
admission to leading colleges and universities.
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What Is CUET?
The CUET UG Exam (Common University Entrance
Test) is a national exam conducted by the National
Testing Agency (NTA).
It is used for admission to undergraduate courses in
various universities across India.
The exam started in 2022 to make the admission
process fairer and reduce the need for different
entrance exams for each university.
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7. Mind Matters
“Your thoughts are the seeds. You can grow flowers,
or you can grow weeds.”
No amount of knowledge is truly useful if your mind
isn't healthy and stable.
So, in this section, I’ll talk about mental health and
share everything that personally helps me keep my
mind grounded and happy.
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Overthinking
Overthinking is something that has silently ruined
millions of lives.
The constant mental chatter, strange dreams,
morning headaches, loss of energy, anxiety, lack of
focus, fear of the future, and worst of all, watching
your overthinking slowly turn into reality.
The more you try to control it,
the more intense it becomes.
You struggle, you fail, and a single question starts
haunting your mind: “I wish there was a way to
overcome this. I wish I could just live and think like a
normal human being.”
But how do I know all this? The answer is simple: I
was once a student who suffered deeply from
overthinking.
Now, the question is: how do we deal with it?
The solution lies in the very first line of this book:
“Sometimes, it's not the hard stuff that trips us up,
but the easy stuff we overlook.”
Dealing with overthinking isn’t as difficult as it
seems, once you understand what it truly is.
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The first step is to realise the difference between
thoughts and thinking.
As human beings, we have no control over our
thoughts. On average, around 3,000 thoughts pass
through our mind every hour. And we all know how
negative some of them can be.
But thoughts aren’t the problem, they come and go
very quickly. The real problem begins when we grab
hold of one and turn it into thinking.
We have no control over a thought, but we do have
full control over thinking.
For example, a random thought crosses your mind:
“I might fail.”
If you simply let it pass, it causes no harm.
But instead, you hold on to it:
“Oh no, what if I really do fail?”
“I might disappoint everyone.”
“Maybe I’m not good enough.”
“I wish I had done better with my life.”
“I wish I hadn’t wasted so much time…”
And just like that, a passing thought turns into a
spiral of mental exhaustion.
But it doesn’t end there, this constant overthinking
leads to a deeper issue: emotional imbalance.
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Our emotions are directly tied to our thoughts. Have
you ever noticed how low you feel when someone
says something hurtful? Now imagine doing that to
yourself, over and over, by cooking up an entire
meal of negative thoughts inside your head.
It leads to sadness, anger, frustration - sometimes
all at once. And you find yourself saying, “I don’t
know what’s happening to me, but I don’t feel okay.”
So, what’s the permanent solution?
If you’ve read this carefully, you already know the
answer:
Stop converting thoughts into thinking.
And this only becomes possible when you stop
giving unnecessary importance to the thoughts
themselves.
This will take time, but you can do it.
Whenever you notice a negative thought, either
ignore it or gently say to yourself: “I won’t let this
thought ruin my mind. I’ll use my mind for
something good instead.” And you’ll notice, the
thought will begin to fade on its own.
This practice takes time, but it does work with
consistency.
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“A thought comes uninvited.
Thinking is when you serve it tea.”
Whispers of the Mind
A thought appears, then fades away,
Like clouds that drift but never stay.
Some bring peace, some stir the night,
Some dim the soul, some spark the light.
They knock, unasked, at every door,
But you decide which ones explore.
Not every whisper needs reply
Just breathe, just watch, just let them fly.
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Addiction
Addiction is something most teenagers suffer from.
For some, it’s mobile addiction; for others, it’s porn,
gaming, tobacco, or something else. I know you try
really hard to get rid of these addictions, but now
they’ve become a part of your routine, so deeply
rooted that it feels like they can't be removed.
But let me tell you this: it’s absolutely possible to get
rid of such habits, just not in the way you might
think.
Most people, when trying to overcome addictions or
bad habits, do what everyone else does, they try to
avoid them. To reduce mobile use, they set screen
limits. To fight porn addiction, they block websites.
This goes on for days - sometimes you win, but
eventually, you fall back into the same old patterns.
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It’s like setting a motivational wallpaper - it works for
a while, but soon, you don’t even notice it when
unlocking your phone.
The real solution requires deeper understanding.
We humans have limited time on Earth, right? Just
24 hours a day. You may think you're addicted to
your phone, but in reality, you’re just free with no
direction. You lack PURPOSE. You simply have
enough time to waste on these things.
Understand this through your own life:
When you spend hours on your phone, do you really
feel the urge to study? Maybe you feel guilty about
not studying, but the urge to study? No, because in
your mind, the phone has become the priority.
Now think of a positive example: Do you feel like
playing a game one hour before an important
exam? No, you just want more time to revise.
Because in that moment, scoring well becomes your
top priority.
That’s the point.
The priorities you set in your mind determine
whether you indulge in something useful or
wasteful.
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Now comes the question: how do you set your
priorities?
In my opinion, it requires three key elements:
1. A big aim — a goal so powerful and
meaningful that it ignites a fire within you,
strong enough to keep you from wasting your
time.
2. The value of time — something I’ll cover in the
upcoming pages.
3. Self-control — which I’ll also explore later.
When you combine a burning desire (your aim), the
value of time, and self-control, something amazing
happens - you become unshakable. Slowly but
surely, bad habits start getting replaced by better
ones.
Remember: you can’t keep a garden empty.
Either the weeds of addiction will take over, or you
take charge as the gardener and plant the roses of
purpose, growth, and a better life.
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8. Productive Mindset
“True productivity isn’t about doing more, it’s about
doing what matters with intention.”
- Unknown
This section focuses on productivity, not in a
stressful or unrealistic way, but in a practical
manner suited to students.
The aim is to help you study smarter, reduce
burnout, and remain consistent throughout the year.
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Why Productivity?
Some time ago, I asked a highly productive man,
"Sir, why are you so productive and time-conscious?
Don’t you ever feel like going off-schedule or
procrastinating a bit?”
His reply was unexpectedly profound.
He said, “I love productivity because it works for me.”
Do you get that? He didn’t just force himself to be
productive, he embraced it because, in the long run,
it made his life better. He’s ahead of many people,
he earns well, lives well, stays healthy, and much
more.
But here’s the interesting point: if this is true, then the
opposite is also true. In the long run, if you're not
productive or time-conscious, those habits will
slowly eat away at your life and ruin it.
I hope this simple, straightforward motivation is
enough to begin this section, where I’ll be sharing
almost everything I know about productivity.
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Emotional Stability
I’ve noticed several times that when my day turns
unproductive, there are always common factors at
play.
It could be that my day didn’t start well, my sleep
schedule got disrupted, I spoke to someone who
emotionally drained me, or something negatively
impacted my focus or work.
In short, anything that occupies your mind can
become a barrier to productivity, so it’s crucial to
stay away from such distractions.
Sometimes, these things are beyond our control,
and that’s okay. However, we still have the power to
choose how we react. More often than not, though,
these factors are within our ability to manage.
Pay attention to the common elements that lead to
unproductive days, whether it’s a web series that
pulls you in, a friend who drains your energy, or
something else, and either remove or manage it
from your life as soon as possible.
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9. Life Lessons and
Motivation
“And, when you want something, all the universe
conspires in helping you to achieve it.”
- Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist
This section on Life Lessons and Motivation is built
around lessons I have learned from my own life
journey. It reflects real experiences, mistakes,
setbacks, and growth over the years.
These lessons are practical, honest, and meant to
support long-term personal and academic growth.
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Analysis Paralysis?
This might help! There is a term called
‘Analysis-Paralysis’, and most of us suffer from it. I’ll
explain it through an example which you may relate
to.
You all will be appearing for exams soon, but most
of you have not started preparing yet. Why? The
syllabus is tricky, and you don’t know which channel
to study from, or which books to follow because so
many options are available. So, what do you do?
You start analysing. You create a mental image of
how you will complete the syllabus, but in the end,
you get so overwhelmed that you say, "ahhh, I’ll do it
tomorrow," but that tomorrow never comes.
This unnecessary analysis, paralyses your actions.
It's the same as scrolling through Netflix or YouTube,
thinking about which video or movie to watch, and
ending up watching nothing.
It's just like searching for a good topic for a project
and ending up just searching and not selecting any.
Our minds love to create an imaginary world where
we are being productive, but in reality, you are just
in analysis paralysis.
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So, stop this analysis game and start with what you
have and what you know, and figure out rest of the
things in between. I hope it helps!
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“HUMANITIES IS PREMIUM”
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About The Author
Guru Tahanguriya is a learner, educator,
entrepreneur, content creator, and author.
As the co-founder of The Twin Bros, he has guided
1,00,000+ young minds since 2020.
He is recognised for his calm presence, his maturity
beyond years, his intellect, and his deeply observant
nature.
Young people admire the way he transforms
complex ideas about life into simple, relatable, and
meaningful insights.
His work reflects clarity, compassion, and a rare
ability to turn chaos into understanding.
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Self-Help Books Written by Guru Bhaiya
1. Decoding Humanities
It addresses almost every question or doubt a Humanities
student may have about preparation and includes exam
strategies for both Boards and CUET. It also features sections on
productivity, mental health, and essential life lessons.
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2. Everything Boils Down to Awareness
A book for everyone, covering powerful sections on life,
relationships, mental health, productivity, spirituality, and more.
A must-read for all. You will love this book.
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