Year 1: 7 Habits + Relationships (DELTA) Live class Day 1 & Day 2

Some classes teach us something new, while others make us look at things we already know in a completely different way. Our two-day live class was one of those experiences.The sessions are based on The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People were filled with conversations, games, activities, laughter, and moments of quiet reflection.

The first day started on a light note with fun as pairing Chole with Bhature, Rama with Chaval, Pani with Puri, and Sev with Khaman. But as the day progressed, the activities became more personal. One activity asked us to imagine and write about what our perfect life would look like. My picture had Canvas with a wide, full-size window, my black coffee, my cat, slow music, and my loved one. It was interesting to realize that my version of a perfect life was not about so many materialistic things—it was mostly about mental peace, my close people, experiences, and simple things.

That activity naturally led us to think about what keeps us away from the life we imagine. It was not always easy to be honest with ourselves. Things like excessive phone use, worrying about situations we cannot change, seeking approval, and holding on to the past suddenly became much more noticeable.The idea of being proactive gave me a new perspective. We may not have control over every situation, but we do have a choice in how we respond to it. Another memorable part was learning about paradigms and perspective. A single image created completely different interpretations among us—some saw a young woman, some an eagle, and others an old woman. It was a simple activity, but it showed how easily our perspective can shape what we believe is “true.”

Day 2 took the learning deeper. We reflected on conflicts and relationships and were encouraged to think about situations from the other person’s point of view. Writing a letter expressing things we had left unsaid was emotional and helped us understand the importance of recognizing and communicating our feelings. We then explored “Begin With the End in Mind.” Instead of focusing only on what we want to accomplish, we were encouraged to think about the person we want to become and the impact we hope to leave behind.

One question stayed with me long after class: If I had only 24 hours left, how would I spend them? It made me reconsider how I use my time and whether my daily priorities truly reflect what matters most to me. What made the two days even more enjoyable was the energy of the facilitators. Their stories, interactive activities, and thoughtful questions made the concepts easy to connect with real life. I came away from these sessions with more than just notes. I came away with a few things to practice—pause before reacting, question my perspective, value my relationships, focus on what I can control, and be intentional about the person I am becoming.

Sometimes, meaningful learning is not about discovering something completely new. It is about seeing yourself and your everyday life with a little more clarity.