Overview
1. Identify the primary factors that influence behaviour and the choices we make, 2. Understanding of what leads to Regret? What are the major kinds of regret we experience?, 3. Realise how our choices can lead to feelings of regret; How do we behave when confronted with dilemmas ?, 4. Experimenting with a simple framework that allows us to make mindful choices aligned with our values–minimizing the chances of later regret., 5. How mindful choices and heightened awareness are such a powerful tool in helping us navigate through life.
This Course is intended for anyone fascinated by human behaviour;, And specially for those who have struggled at times with difficult choices, and have experienced feelings of regret subsequently.., The sessions will be particularly useful for those amongst us who are prone to give in to stress and anxiety, as this will give them a framework which will help them to step back and look at situations with a different perspective,
No specific requirements in terms of qualifications or skills. Anyone who has ever struggled with dilemmas, making choices, or wishes to make decisions that later do not lead to regret, will find these sessions useful., Learning is primarily through thought experiments discussed in the sessions., The sessions are in simple, easy to understand language and will be of interest to all age groups.
Have you ever looked back and wondered “Why did I choose that? How could I do that?”
In a complex world, decision-making is rarely simple. Conflicting and competing Values, Emotions, Expectations, and uncertainty often leave us second-guessing ourselves — ending up with making indifferent choices and living with regret.
This is a practical, reflective course designed to help you make clearer, more mindful decisions and stand by them with confidence.
Through guided thought experiments and real-life scenarios, this course helps you understand why decisions feel so difficult and how hidden influences shape the choices we make. Rather than offering rigid rules or abstract theory, we introduce a simple, flexible framework you can apply to everyday decisions — at work, in relationships, and during major life moments.
You will explore how context affects behaviour, examine the nature of regret, and learn how to navigate situations where logic, emotion, and values collide. What happens when honesty conflicts with loyalty? When rules (perhaps even the law) say one thing but your inner voice says another? You’ll also discover common decision traps — including the Boiling Frog Syndrome — and learn how to recognise them before it’s too late.
This course is suitable for students, professionals, parents, anyone who breathes — anyone who wants to make better choices and minimise regret. We know ourselves best and no prior knowledge of any other subject is required.
There’s no jargon here — just a practical toolkit that helps you reconnect with your values and approach complex situations with awareness and clarity.
All you need is an open mind — and a willingness to choose more consciously. Good Luck!!
Praveen Rattan
I presently work as Visiting Faculty -- teaching Business Management students, as well as working Executives, at leading Management Institutes in Pune, India. I have had a long innings in the Corporate Sector, having worked with leading FMCG companies for over 36 years. This experience has been acquired in India as well as overseas. Since 2010, after opting for voluntary retirement, I have been actively involved with NGO work, volunteering with schools for underprivileged and specially-abled children, as well as teaching Business Management students at Symbiosis and a few other Management Institutes. Lots of interests, Squash, Trekking, Music, Reading, and am trying to explore as many of them as possible.