Chanakya Niti: Never Feel Ashamed of These 3 Things in Life, Says Chanakya

Acharya Chanakya is remembered as one of ancient India’s influential thinkers, strategists and scholars of statecraft. His teachings, popularly associated with Chanakya Niti, cover subjects ranging from human behaviour and discipline to success, relationships and practical decision-making.

Many lessons attributed to Chanakya emphasise that people should not allow unnecessary hesitation, fear or embarrassment to prevent them from moving forward. Certain circumstances may be uncomfortable, but accepting reality and responding with courage can help a person make better decisions.

According to popular interpretations of Chanakya Niti, there are three situations in particular where a person should avoid unnecessary shame: poverty, honest work and eating when hungry