The Institute of National Security Studies invited Mrs. Ama Dissanayake a national trainer & lecturer in positive thinking to conduct a personal development and motivation lecture on the theme of “How to be a valuable person” on 23rd February 2023. This event was organized for the members of the INSS to motivate themselves and reach higher goals despite the challengers encountered by them in both official and personal capacities in their daily life. During her lecture she discussed about how to enhance determination and future goals of staff members and also on how to enhance the way of their thinking. She also elaborated on how to set attainable goals in their lives and to create a positive environment to support them in having a successful future.