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5 life lessons one can learn from Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s career

India v Bangladesh: Quarter Final - 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup
Captain Cool

Helicopter shots, lightning-fast stumpings, game-changing decisions, successful finishes, winning strategies, the list goes on. From a small-town boy to Captain Cool, Dhoni has had an amazing journey. The legend of MS Dhoni keeps growing with every match. We’ve seen Dhoni’s untold story on screen, almost lived the dream with him by cheering him on from the stands. However, there is more to the man than coveted trophies, crazy adjectives, and immense fan-following. Here are 5 life lessons to be learnt from Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s cricketing career.


#1 Keep calm and carry on

South Africa v India - 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup
Lightning fast speed

A lot has been said and written about Dhoni’s calmness on the field. That level of composure can come handy in every walk of life. Be it an office setting or a personal relationship, being composed has its set of advantages.

Dhoni’s calmness originates from the fact that he responds to situations and doesn’t react. A reaction is instant, a response is calculated. Keeping calm in trying circumstances helps in thinking and responding rather than reacting to it mindlessly. 

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