Mysuru, May 2, 2019: Dr. C.G. Betsurmath, Executive Secretary of JSS Mahavidyapeetha, highlighted the significance of positive thinking as an essential leadership quality during his participation in the Personality Development program held as part of the Retreat Camp for Medical Students at Suttur Srikshetra.
Addressing the students, Dr. Betsurmath acknowledged that unexpected hurdles are a common occurrence in any endeavor, often leading to loss of hope. However, true leaders face such challenges with a positive attitude and strive to find the right solutions. He emphasized that developing good leadership qualities, encouraging creativity, learning from followers, providing opportunities for independent work, showing concern for colleagues’ personal problems, and appreciating the achievements of others are key attributes of effective leadership.
Dr. M.S. Visveswaraiah from Bharath Cancer Hospital, Mysuru, emphasized the importance of communication skills in motivating and managing others. He stated that effective communication not only fulfills its purpose but also has the power to attract and resolve any problem. Dr. Visveswaraiah stressed the need to cultivate both professional competence and effective communication skills to achieve success.
Dr. H.N. Shashidhar, a psychologist from NIMHANS, Bengaluru, discussed various strategies for managing mental stress. He highlighted the importance of adopting a healthy lifestyle, incorporating exercise, maintaining a peaceful and calm mind, and cultivating a positive attitude. Dr. Shashidhar emphasized that these practices can significantly contribute to managing diseases such as diabetes and blood pressure.
The camp activities commenced with an invigorating morning prayer, followed by yoga, meditation, and pranayama sessions. The students expressed their joy at the serene natural surroundings of Suttur Srikshetra.