Reconnecting to the New Digital World

In today’s fast-paced digital age, staying connected is more important than ever. Here are some key strategies to help you reconnect with the ever-evolving digital landscape:

1. Embrace New Technologies

  • Explore Recent Innovations: Stay updated on the latest gadgets, software, and applications that enhance productivity and connectivity.
  • Learn the Basics of Coding: Understanding coding languages can provide insight into how many digital platforms work and help you create your own digital projects.

2. Engage on Social Media

  • Choose Platforms Wisely: Select social media platforms that align with your interests and goals, whether for networking, learning, or socializing.
  • Join Online Communities: Participate in forums and groups related to your passions to share knowledge and meet like-minded individuals.

3. Enhance Your Online Skills

  • Take Online Courses: Websites like Coursera, Udemy, and Khan Academy offer courses on various subjects to help you upskill.
  • Subscribe to Newsletters: Follow tech news sources and thought leaders in your field to keep up with trends and advancements.

4. Prioritize Digital Well-Being

  • Limit Screen Time: Balance your digital and real-world activities to prevent burnout.
  • Practice Safe Browsing: Use strong passwords, enable two-factor authentication, and remain vigilant against online threats.

5. Participate in Virtual Events

  • Attend Webinars and Workshops: These can be great opportunities to learn from experts and network with peers.
  • Engage in Online Conferences: Many industries now offer virtual conferences that are accessible from anywhere.

Conclusion

Reconnecting with the digital world can open up new opportunities for learning, networking, and personal growth. By embracing new technologies and participating actively in the online community, you can enhance your digital experience and stay updated in this dynamic landscape.

कोल्हापूरमध्ये जाहिरात कौशल्याचा अभाव का? — एक विचारमंथन
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📍**”स्मार्ट जाहिरात” – ही केवळ मोठ्या ब्रँड्सची मक्तेदारी नसून, ती एक दृष्टीकोन आहे, जो कोल्हापूर सारख्या शहरांमध्ये अद्याप रुजलेला नाही.**

आपण कोल्हापूरकर असलो तरी आत्मपरीक्षण करायला हवं. आपल्याकडे प्रतिभावान लोक आहेत, बाजार आहे, परंपरा आहे… पण जाहिरातीच्या बाबतीत मागे का आहोत?

🔴 नेपोटिझम (घराणेशाही) – आपल्या शहरात अनेक व्यवसाय फक्त “आपल्यातल्या आपल्यापुरते” फिरतात. नवीन माणसाला, नवीन कल्पनांना फारसे प्राधान्य दिलं जात नाही. “हे आमचं आहे” ह्या सुरक्षिततेच्या आड कल्पनाशक्तीचे दरवाजे बंद होतात.

🔴 नवीन कल्पनांना संधी न देणे – ‘हे चालतंय ना, मग ठीक आहे’ ह्या मानसिकतेमुळे नवीन गोष्टींचा धसका घेतला जातो. सोशल मीडियावर पोस्ट टाकणे म्हणजे जाहिरात नाही! ब्रँडिंग, पर्सेप्शन बिल्डिंग, कस्टमर मॅपिंग, डेटा विश्लेषण याला अजूनही कमी महत्व दिलं जातं.

🔴 लहान यशांमध्ये समाधान मानणे – एका जाहिरातीने १० लोक आले, यावर खूश होतो पण १००० लोकांपर्यंत का पोहोचलो नाही, ह्याचा विचार करत नाही. हे अल्पदृष्टीचं उदाहरण आहे.

🔴 संशोधनाची अनास्था – मार्केट स्टडी, ग्राहक अभिप्राय, डेटा विश्लेषण ह्या गोष्टी आपल्याकडे फारशा केल्या जात नाहीत. मार्केटिंग म्हणजे आरडाओरड नव्हे, तर अभ्यासपूर्ण संवाद असतो.

🔴 फक्त माध्यमांत दिसणं म्हणजे जाहिरात नव्हे – वर्तमानपत्रात फोटो आला, की ‘काम झालं’ असं समजलं जातं. पण त्याच्यामुळे विक्री वाढली का? विश्वास निर्माण झाला का? याचा मागोवा घेतला जात नाही.

🔴 गोंधळ, अज्ञान व दुर्लक्ष – एकाच वेळी १० गोष्टी करायच्या, पण कोणती योग्य, कोणती फसवी हे तपासलं जात नाही. जाहिरात म्हणजे केवळ खर्च नव्हे, ती गुंतवणूक आहे.

🔴 एकमेकांची नक्कल करणे – आपल्या शहरात एक क्लायंट जेव्हा एखादा फॉर्मॅट वापरतो, तेव्हाच दुसरा त्याची हुबेहूब नक्कल करतो. काही नावं, रंग आणि शब्द बदलतात, पण विचार बदलत नाही. नवे प्रयोग, स्वप्नील कल्पना, ब्रँडची वेगळी ओळख निर्माण करणे या गोष्टींची भीती वाटते. नक्कल म्हणजे शॉर्टकट – पण दीर्घकालीन यश मिळवण्यासाठी ओरिजिनल कल्पनाच गरजेच्या असतात.

🌱 समाधान कशात आहे?

  • स्थानिक व्यवसायांना स्वतःकडे बघण्याची गरज आहे.
  • व्यावसायिक जाहिरात एजन्सीज, तरुण क्रिएटिव्ह लोक यांना साथ द्या.
  • ‘जग काय करतेय’ हे जाणून घेऊन स्थानिक पातळीवर तोडगा शोधा.
  • संशोधन करा, डेटा गोळा करा, ग्राहकांना समजून घ्या.
  • Social media, digital marketing ही संधी आहे – खर्च नव्हे.

🔚 कोल्हापूरला जाहिरात बुद्धिमत्तेतही ‘महालक्ष्मी’सारखं तेज मिळवायचं असेल, तर जुनी चौकट मोडायला हवी. नव्या विचाराला वाट द्या – उद्याचं कोल्हापूर उभं राहील.

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New and Normal?

Death, one or many, what difference does it make to us? Whether one or many, what difference does it make to us? A time has come to free ourselves from the known. We have to reach to that destination of life where we understand its meaning. Not what I mean by it.

I have been struggling to write my own ideas, my own words, from the day I cremated my father at Kolhapur. Don’t know how it is related to that moment but a friend handed over a hot one out of ashes that day, saying that it may be auspicious… that burnt not in use coin reminds me of not having a father, and so I tell myself you need to write…

Yes, the term comes from pc era, post-COVID times, but it is relevant. We often live our lives guided by what is familiar — our past experiences, societal expectations, and inherited beliefs. While the “known” feels safe, it also limits us. It boxes us into roles, routines, and identities that may no longer serve who we are becoming.

New and Normal is an invitation to break free from this comfort zone — to question the automatic, challenge the inherited, and embrace the unfamiliar. It’s about creating a life where change is not feared but welcomed, where growth is natural, and where being true to yourself becomes the new normal.

Letting go of the known opens the door to deeper awareness, fresh perspectives, and untapped potential. In that freedom, we rediscover our true nature — not shaped by the past, but inspired by possibilities.

This space is for those ready to explore, evolve, and expand — for seekers who believe that life truly begins when we step beyond what we already know.

About Dr. Rajendra Parijat

Namaste, and welcome to my digital home — a space I’ve created to reflect, question, share, and connect. I am Dr. Rajendra Parijat — an educator by profession, a philosopher at heart, a storyteller by instinct, and a lifelong seeker of knowledge. My journey spans over six decades of reading, writing, teaching, guiding, and most importantly, unlearning.

From classrooms to conferences, from academic journals to coaching sessions, I have moved through many worlds — exploring the depth of philosophy, the rigor of science and management, the soul of literature, and the art of helping people find clarity in their personal and professional lives. My work is rooted in the belief that education is not just about acquiring knowledge, but about cultivating the wisdom to let go of what no longer serves us — the limiting beliefs, labels, and patterns we carry unconsciously.

This website, New and Normal, is a reflection of that inner journey — and an invitation for you to begin your own. It is built on a simple yet powerful idea: that to truly grow, we must become free from the “known” — the inherited thoughts, predictable routines, and comfortable assumptions that define our so-called “normal.” When we release these, what emerges is a fresh space of awareness — where life becomes more intentional, joyful, and meaningful.

Here, I share insights drawn from my lifelong engagement with ideas and people — whether from my role as a professor, a certified life coach, a public speaker, or a quiet observer of the world. You will find articles, reflections, book talks, thought pieces, and stories meant to inspire reflection and encourage inner growth. Some are deeply personal, others academically rooted — all are shared with the intention of sparking transformation.

New and Normal is not just a blog — it’s a movement of the mind and spirit. It is for thinkers, doers, creators, students, professionals, retirees — anyone ready to pause, question, and explore new ways of being.

So if you’ve ever felt the need to reimagine your life, to grow beyond what you’ve always known, or to embrace change with more confidence — you’re in the right place. I welcome you with open arms and an open mind.

Let’s walk this path of awareness and discovery — together. writing, photography, fiction, parenting, food, cars, movies, sports, whatever. These tags will help others who care about your topics find you in the Reader. Make sure one of the tags is “zerotohero,” so other new bloggers can find you, too.