Salute to Mumbai University! I had just turned 15, when I joined University of Mumbai, where I obtained my first two Degrees - B.Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry & Physics, and B.Sc. (Tech) in Chemical Engineering and Polymer Technology. I consider myself to be very fortunate and highly honored to study at the most prestigious institutes of University of Mumbai; Elphinstone College, Institute of Science, and UDCT. University of Mumbai was then known as Bombay University, since her inception in 1857 during the British rule, For me, it was really an awesome experience, full of grace and elegance, to walk through the great corridors of Bombay University buildings, or to enter those excellent libraries of Elphinstone College or Institute of Science (a.k.a. RIS) or UDCT. I have millions of fond and precious memories of my student years at University of Mumbai, involving many magical moments of my best teen years. My heartfelt salute to University of Mumbai, one of the best Universities in the world, and my favorite alma mater. Keep it up, University of Mumbai. We are proud of you - always!

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

Scars are not something one should feel embarrassed about, and something one should try to hide. In my view, scars are really beautiful, because they show what you've been through, and how you've come out successfully through that challenging phase of your life. Your scars represent your courage, determination, endurance, and strength. And that's why they are so beautiful.

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

Schrodinger's Cat is a classic example of Paradox, in my view. In actuality, it was a Gedankenexperiment or a Thought Experiment, created by Austrian Physicist Erwin Schrodinger in 1935. Not many folks are probably aware that Schrodinger himself called that experiment “a ridiculous case.” Here’s the "Schrodinger's Cat" in Schrodinger's own words: “A cat is penned up in a steel chamber, along with the following device (which must be secured against direct interference by the cat): In a Geiger Counter, there is a tiny bit of radioactive substance, so small, that perhaps in the course of the hour one of the atoms decays, but also, with equal probability, perhaps none. If it (i.e. decay) happens, the Geiger Counter discharges and through a relay releases a hammer that shatters a small flask of Hydrogen Cyanide. If one has left this entire system to itself for an hour, one would say that the cat still lives if meanwhile no atom has (undergone) radioactive decay.” So you see, the cat's life or death truly depends on the formation of a subatomic alpha particle that triggers off the avalanche of electrons in the Geiger Counter. There is an equal probability that it may not happen, and hence the cat should remain both alive and dead per Copenhagen interpretation of quantum mechanics. Philosophically speaking, Human Life is full of paradoxes, and we often find that the uncertainties therein bear a startling resemblance with Schrodinger's Cat experiment. The total randomness of events that shape our human lives, and determinedly control the outcome (i.e. future) can be extremely perplexing and equally thought-provoking as Schrodinger's Cat experiment....a pre-written and pre-destined Reductio ad absurdum perhaps!

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

Sed cum tempus transierit receptionem veri negationem, non desinit esse quod negant semper maneret. Accipiamus primo vere vita procedit, quia non solum veritas nos liberaret.

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

Self-respect is the most important aspect of human life, and the cornerstone of all virtues. It is also the starting point of cultivating the beauty in women and the courage in men. Never lose your Self-respect, and never allow anyone to violate its sacredness for any price.

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

Seulement quand souhaits sont volonté, les moyens commencent à suivre, et vous pouvez faire vos rêves. Tout commence avec votre souhait, et surtout votre volonté, à faire quelque chose arrive.

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

Siempre prestar mucha atención a cómo una persona habla acerca de otras personas a usted, porque eso es exactamente lo que él / ella va a hablar acerca de usted a otras personas. Es axiomático que quien cotillea a usted siempre chismes acerca de usted. mantenerse alejado de chismosos!

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

Siempre se puede diferenciar restaurantes baratos de restaurantes de clase alta al ver los menús que ofrecen. Restaurantes de clase barata y baja siempre hablan de "usted", como "todo lo que puedas comer", "su elección", etc de alta clase y restaurantes caros, por otro lado, siempre ofrecen sus propios términos, tales como "la elección del chef", "comida gourmet", etc, cuando usted es el mejor y corte por encima del resto, que no es necesario para atraer de incitar y el lenguaje seductor para atraer. Su calidad por excelencia y un alto nivel harán lo que trabajo muy bien. Esforzarse por ser extraordinaria, y el mundo te seguirá.

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

Sólo a partir del caos nacen brillantes estrellas de baile y las invenciones que iluminan ingenius.

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

Sometimes you don't get what you wanted so desperately, perhaps because something far better is waiting for you in the future.

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

St. Andrews, Scotland, is one pf the most beautiful and scenic places that I have lived in. It's an amazing experience of my life. The University of St. Andrews is the oldest and most prestigeous University in Scotland, now more than 600 years old. I am proud of my past association with St. Andrews, and The University of St. Andrews....the best memories of my education in the United Kingdom.

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

The life of Christopher Columbus offers numerous notable traits of Effective Leadership, which are applicable even today. The seven traits that I consider to be absolutely remarkable are: (1) Always challenge the status quo. (2) Think outside-the-box. (3) Create a vision with plan and timeline to execute. (4) Be prepared to cross the comfort zone, and enter any unknown territories fearlessly. (5) Be tough minded with strong determination to win. (6) Be adaptable, resilient and persistent when faced with challenges. (7) Be the best positive influencer and an inspiring role model to followers. In my view, the most important learning for Leaders from the life of Columbus is: If you really wish to explore new oceans, you mustn't be afraid to lose sight of the shore.

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

The most important basis of Creativity and Inventiveness is, in my view, never being afraid to fail.

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

The only way you may be able to understand the world, is by turning away from her.....and that's a perplexing paradox!

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

The road to Success is never paved with golden bricks. It's a rough ride for anyone, but with determination and passion, you can drive it safely to reach your destination.

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

There is a subtle difference between an acqaintance, a faie-weather friend, and a tru friend. An acquaintance is around you merely to enjoy your company, a fair-weather friend flatters when all is well, but a true friend has your best interests at heart and the strong guts to tell you what you must hear, whether you like it or not. If you're lucky and smart, you will recognize and appreciate your true friend, and will be able to keep safe distance from fair-weather friends and acquaintances.

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

There're only two kinds of people in this world- those who think that there are two kinds of people, and those who know the truth.

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

Those who love you, and care for you, will always hear your silence several miles away. Love doesn't need any words to communicate. Love also epitomizes enormous power to connect two individuals, no matter the distance or time that separates them.

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

Those who worry about the glass being "half-full or half-empty" often miss out on two important points: (a) the glass is always re-fillable, and (b) there's always a full pitcher around to refill the empty and half-filled glasses, over and over again. In my view, Life offers you millions of opportunities in a pitcher, besides what you already have in your hands. So be smart, grab that full pitcher, continue to refill the glass whenever necessary, and enjoy the party.

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

To be in sync with the real world, we must grow inside out, and our only true guide during our growth is our own mind guiding us on the path to enlightenment.

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

Today is the first day of Spring, and about time to bid farewell to Winter. It's true that no Winter lasts forever, and no Spring skips its turn. Enjoy!

Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate