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Time of India
11-08-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Asiad, CWG dreams for Lokesh Sathyanathan and Pavana Nagaraj
Lokesh Sathyanathan and Pavana Nagaraj BHUBANESWAR: Long jumpers Lokesh Sathyanathan and young Pavana Nagaraj, who are both pursuing their graduation in the United States, took another big leap in their fledgling careers at the long jump arena at the World Athletics Continental Tour bronze meet here on Sunday as they continued their efforts to climb to the top of the podium in next year's Asian and Commonwealth Games. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! While Lokesh finished third with a best of 7.85m in men's long jump, 19-year-old Pavana managed a day's best of 5.89m that saw her settle for the seventh spot in women's long jump. Before the start of the meet, the 25-year-old Lokesh was leading the Indians in the Road To Tokyo list while Pavana had a long way to go. Poll Who do you think has a better chance of success in the upcoming Asian and Commonwealth Games? Lokesh Sathyanathan Pavana Nagaraj Both have equal chances Neither of them Of the current lot of 5-6 Indian athletes competing in Division 1 in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), only Lokesh and Pavana were here to take on the seasoned campaigners. Of the two, Lokesh, who became the first Indian to finish on the podium at the NCAA Division I track and field competition in Oregon in June, is now with a more realistic chance going into the final meet — the Inter-State championships — later this month. For Pavana, daughter of national women's high jump record holder Sahana and former sprinter Nagaraj, it was another day where she gained valuable experience before heading back to her new college in Oklahoma University. 'I'm not putting any pressure on her with any expectations. Let her compete, learn and enjoy so that she can do well in the big meets in the coming year including the Asian Games and CWG,' Pavana's mother Sahana Kumari told TOI. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like A Teaspoon Before Bed Burns Body Fat - Fit Into Your Clothes Again! gofitlifeguide Click Here Undo Lokesh, son of Sathyanatahan who was a cab driver before starting up business, faced several emotional and physical challenges but he overcame all of them. 'If I qualify for the Worlds, I will take permission from the Federation and head back to the US to study and train. Else, I'll be focusing on next year's big meets,' said Lokesh. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Indian Express
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘Har din she goes, ‘Mumma I want rasgulla': Rani Mukerji shares parenting trick to feed your children healthy food
Rani Mukerji is a proud mother to a ten-year-old daughter, Adira, whom she shares with husband, Bollywood producer Aditya Chopra. In conversation with MasterChef Sanjeev Kapoor, the Black actor shared how her kid craves rasgullas all the time, and what she did to curb them. 'Har din she goes, 'Mumma I want rasgulla' and now there's a new trend ki bachhon ko meetha se duur rakho, sugar is poison, which I do agree. But I also feel that bachhon ko agar upar se bole ye mat khaon woh mat khaon, toh woh zyada khaate hai. Isiliye mera plan alag hai, she said, adding that 'Main usko abhi bolti hoon khao khao, phir usko aise lagega mummy aisa kyun bol rahi hai — let me eat karela then.' Mukerji's hack is based on the principle of reverse psychology, which Dr Pavana S, consultant psychiatrist, relationship expert and sexologist, Bangalore, defined as a psychological strategy where individuals encourage others to do the opposite of what they desire by presenting a counterintuitive suggestion. 'Employed in various contexts, it manipulates human behaviour by exploiting the natural tendency to resist direct persuasion,' she explained. This subtle form of persuasion often relies on the desire for autonomy, making the target feel in control while unknowingly following the suggested course. From parenting to marketing, reverse psychology plays a role in influencing decisions. While controversial, its effectiveness raises ethical questions about the boundaries of psychological manipulation in interpersonal relationships and societal interactions, according to Dr Pavana. In parenting and relationships, reverse psychology can be a double-edged sword. While it might be employed with good intentions, such as prompting a child to consider alternative perspectives, its use can lead to misunderstandings and erode trust, said Dr Pavana. 'Employing reverse psychology to manipulate a kid's behaviour can be perceived as deceitful, potentially harming the foundation of mutual respect. Ethical considerations come into play, as transparency and open communication are crucial in healthy relationships,' she added. While she acknowledged that it might serve as a short-term strategy to avoid confrontation, its effectiveness can be limited in fostering genuine understanding and resolution. Over-reliance on such tactics may lead to communication breakdowns and undermine the authenticity of the bond between parents and children. Healthy communication, empathy, and compromise are more sustainable tools for conflict resolution. Dr Pavana shared some alternate strategies to convince your child to do something without using reverse psychology. Effective Communication: Develop open and honest communication to express needs and concerns directly. Active Listening: Cultivate the skill of listening empathetically to understand your partner's perspective. Compromise and Collaboration: Seek mutually beneficial solutions through compromise, promoting teamwork. Therapeutic Support: Consider couples counselling for professional guidance in navigating conflicts and improving communication. Building Trust: Prioritise trust-building activities to create a foundation of honesty and reliability in the relationship.
