Why you feel behind even when you are doing your best

You’re trying. You show up. You put in effort even on days when motivation is low. And yet, there’s a persistent feeling that follows you around—like you’re always a step behind. Behind others. Behind expectations. Behind some invisible timeline, you were supposed to meet by now.This feeling is especially confusing because it doesn’t match reality. On paper, you’re doing your best. You’re learning, working, growing, surviving. But emotionally, it still feels like you’re falling short. No matter how much progress you make, it never quite feels like enough.That sense of being behind isn’t a personal failure. It’s a response to pressure, constant comparison, unrealistic standards, and a culture that measures success loudly and instantly. Understanding why this feeling exists can help you loosen its grip and see your efforts with more clarity and kindness.Why progress can feel invisible even when it is real1. You’re measuring yourself against highlight reelsOne of the biggest reasons you feel behind is comparison, often without realising it. Social media, professional milestones, and curated success stories show outcomes, not processes.You see promotions, launches, relationships, and achievements without seeing the years of uncertainty, setbacks, or support behind them. When you compare your everyday effort to someone else’s…  ​Read More​YourStory RSS Feed

L&T to Commission 32 MW Data Centre Capacity by March-End, Focuses...

In order to bring its overall operational capacity to 32 MW by the end of the current fiscal year, infrastructure firm Larsen & Toubro...

Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (February 9, 2026)

From understanding Indian carbon credits ecosystem to Velocity's Rs 100 crore investment to scale its logistics arm, YourStory brings you today’s headlines with the latest developments across sectors.Featured StoriesHow can Indian carbon removal startups get a stamp of approval on their carbon credits?India has seen a rising number of startups undertake carbon removal projects. However, the credibility of these projects hangs on the endorsement of third-party verification agencies and on carbon registries. YourStory breaks down how startups can verify generated carbon credits.Some of these startups, like Alt Carbon and Varaha, have also gone on to sign offtake agreements with US-based tech giants, Microsoft and Google, among others. India has emerged as a major exporter of carbon credits in the global market, accounting for 17% of credits being issued every year. Recent times have seen many startups emerge in the space, setting up carbon removal projects in India. Read MoreAlso ReadUnion Budget 2025 announces provisions to boost clean tech manufacturingMeet D4NP, a tech-for-good startup enabling non-profit organisations with digital toolsAs digital marketing was taking off in India in 2008, Abhinav Chetan was part of Google LLC’s Delhi office, working at the forefront of the country’s growing internet economy. In his 12-year stint at…  ​Read More​YourStory RSS Feed

Pandorum Technologies Raises US$18 Million in Series B to Advance Global...

 Pandorum Technologies, a biotechnology company pioneering programmable regenerative medicine, with operations in India and the United States, has announced the closing of  a US$18...

Pandorum Technologies raises $18M series B led by Protons Corporate

Pandorum Technologies, a biotechnology company focused on programmable regenerative medicine, has raised $18 million in a Series B funding round to advance clinical development and expand global operations.The round was led by Protons Corporate, with participation from Galentic Pharma, investor Ashish Kacholia, Noblevast Advisory and Avinya Fund, the Burman Family, and others. Bandana Kankani, advisor and investor at Pandorum, guided the transaction.The Bengaluru-based company, which operates in India and the United States, said the financing will support the development of therapies and help scale manufacturing across the US, Japan, and the Middle East.Founded by Tuhin Bhowmick and Arun Chandru, Pandorum Technologies is a tissue engineering and regenerative medicine company that designs therapeutic products that aim to alleviate the health conditions of patient’s suffering from on corneal dystrophies, lung-related disorders, and liver diseases.The company has adopted a distributed manufacturing strategy. It has partnered with AGC Biologics in Italy to serve the US and European markets and is collaborating with Nucelion Therapeutics, a subsidiary of Bharat Biotech in India, to support supply across Asia-Pacific. It is also exploring potential partnerships in the Middle East.Also ReadVelocity commits Rs 100 Cr to expand AI-led shipping platformPandorum’s lead focus is on ocular surface diseases, including…  ​Read More​YourStory RSS Feed

Preventify Raises ₹2 Crore Pre-Seed Funding Led by PedalStart to Expand...

Kerala based Preventify, healthcare startup focused on delivering standardized, high-quality preventive and chronic care in Tier-2 and Tier-3 India, has raised ₹2 crore in...

Who Is Pramod Adiddam? Google and Instacart Veteran Appointed as Myntra’s...

Myntra, the Flipkart-owned fashion and lifestyle e-commerce platform, has appointed Pramod Adiddam as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). The move comes as the...

Why doing less makes us feel guilty and how to let...

In a world that equates busyness with worth, doing less can feel uncomfortable—almost wrong. You sit down to rest, and instead of feeling relieved, your mind starts racing. Shouldn’t I be doing something? Am I falling behind? Am I wasting time? The guilt creeps in quietly, even when you know you’re exhausted.This guilt isn’t random. It’s learned. We’ve been conditioned to believe that productivity defines value, that rest must be earned, and that slowing down means losing momentum. So when you choose to do less—work fewer hours, take a break, say no, or simply pause—you don’t just stop moving. You confront deeply ingrained beliefs about success and self-worth.Releasing guilt around doing less is not about becoming passive or unmotivated. It’s about creating a healthier relationship with effort. It’s about understanding that rest, boundaries, and slower seasons are not signs of failure; they are part of a sustainable life. And in a busy world, learning to let go of this guilt may be one of the most important skills you can develop.Why doing less makes us feel guilty — and how to let go1. Understanding where productivity guilt comes fromGuilt around doing less doesn’t appear out of nowhere. It is shaped…  ​Read More​YourStory RSS Feed

What’s next for fintech: top trends to watch in 2026

Built on pillars of ingenuity, India’s fintech industry, now home to nearly 10,000 companies, is on the cusp of a structural transformation. While UPI anchored the first wave of digital payments, the next frontier moves beyond faster apps toward adding a layer of autonomous intelligence to the entire user experience.Technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Blockchain, along with models like embedded finance, AI-powered credit decisioning, personalised financial planning for MSMEs, and real-time payment innovation go beyond digital wallets or developing faster mobile apps, adding a layer of intelligence to the entire user experience.The shift from simple automation to autonomous systems, that learn, predict, and act on behalf of users, is structurally changing the landscape.The shift to agentic intelligenceThe fintech market reached $30 billion in 2025, with 88% adoption among top performers. In 2026, we’ll see businesses transcend backward-looking reporting by deploying self-correcting AI and autonomous agents that turn foresight into a competitive advantage. While traditional chatbots handle rule-based tasks, agentic advisory executes complex workflows, empowering customers to make intelligent decisions powered by predictive science.The true power of this shift lies in the synergy of AI and human intelligence (HI). By pairing advanced agentic AI with HI,…  ​Read More​YourStory RSS Feed

Goa Police Will Detain Anyone Who Clicks Photos Without Consent

The Goa Police have issued a strict new directive warning that anyone taking photos or selfies of tourists without their consent could be detained or face legal action. The guideline is intended to protect visitors from harassment, privacy invasion and exploitation — especially against those who feel uncomfortable being photographed by strangers, influencers or photographers without agreeing to it first. Police officials emphasise that consent is mandatory before capturing images of tourists, and that anyone repeatedly violating this rule could face consequences under relevant laws related to harassment, privacy and public order. Why Goa Police Are Taking This Step Goa remains one of India’s top tourism destinations, attracting millions of domestic and international visitors each year. However, local authorities have received multiple complaints from tourists who felt intruded upon, pressured or followed by strangers taking their pictures, particularly in popular spots like beaches, markets and nightlife areas. In response, Goa Police say they are strengthening their focus on visitor safety and comfort by discouraging unsolicited photography. The move comes amid growing global conversations about privacy rights, digital safety and respectful tourism behaviour. Law enforcement officials stress that tourists should feel free to enjoy their travel experience without undue attention or…  ​Read MoreBusiness Archives - Trak.in - Indian Business of Tech, Mobile & Startups

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