Sale & Brokerage

It seems so very funny when you view your life as one of Selling & Brokerage
It does not matter regards the time or act or for that matter your biological age
It does not matter whether you are earning your wage or turn into a wise sage
It does not matter whether you experience a self-blockage or opening a new page

As a child your cries attract attention and you get your dose of food, love and care
As a teenager your tantrums gets you to be updated with gadgets that loudly blare
As a young adult you flaunt your build up of skills and networks and love to dare
As a grown up adult you benchmark yourself with a peer group in terms of how you fare

As an adult who needs a job you end up selling your skills, knowledge and experience
As an employee who needs a raise you end up selling your triumphs as much as you are tense
As a human who aspires to start a family you end up selling your freedom to get off the fence
As a parent who aspires to inculcate the right moral values you sell your ideas to make sense

As an adult who needs food, home, clothes, wealth, assets, knowledge or daily entertainment
As an adult who may decide to let go of everything in search of identity or self-enlightenment
As an adult who may need rehabilitation for a perpetuated evil or a fall out of self indictment
As an adult who may decide to get out of an rare predicament or aspires to make a statement

Every situation in life requires you to be fully engaged as you work towards the ideal image
Every moment in life requires you to be flexible and adapt yourself and let go of any baggage
Every moment in life requires you to accept situations and reality rather than indulge in rage
Every moment in life requires you to barter your mind and heart as you engage in brokerage!

The Funny Bone

It was the day when everything seemed uphill and down
And then happened the radical change on meeting the clown
He agreed to guide us and we had a mega ride all over the town
There was never a single second when any of us ever had a frown

It was but obvious that the thought came what made the day look different
It was not difficult to get convinced that the clown’s realization was god-sent
Every single person who we met seemed to have joy and cheer written all over
It seemed that sorrow and depression had disappeared and had to run for cover

So, the mind started to question on the activities that had happened in the day
It was not difficult to get convinced that prior expectations of joy had come to stay
There was no space left for distress to get their foot in the door and have any say
Every single moment was filled with positive energies as an artist moulds his clay

It all seemed so different to view the world as a level playing field and life as a game
It all seemed so very cheerful when one played for fun without running for any fame
The world outside was still the same but the outlook and attitude was no longer same
It was all so very easy when one took complete ownership and had no one else to blame

It was the defining moment when I woke up from my slumber and met my inner clown
It was the moment that made me realize that the hunt was over and I attained my crown
The discovery that mere acceptance of a situation can help find contentment and peace
Every single moment therafter seemed bright and sunny aligning with the pleasant breeze!

A Second Life

It seems so very remote yet related a second in life that created a second life
A predictable pattern that one unconsciously followed that now seemed hollow
Pursuing education, work that was available, setting dreams within one’s grasp
Abiding by social norms and customs that even as it seemed difficult to fathom

What seemed to be great achievements now seem to hold no relevant meaning
Adjusting and adaptation to existing environment needs now seems so self limiting
Need to gain approval of those whose opinions one counted now looks very archaic
The feeling of inter-dependency and attachment seems more a baggage than a blessing

The choices made in life seemed so predictable that revolved around those who one knew
There was hardly any quality time spent in self introspection to guide and set a new direction
The past seemed so full of activities that it was difficult to fathom how quickly time had flown
The assumptions and beliefs influencing one’s past decisions seems to have exploited the innocent form

The role models around whose choices in life one tried to weave one’s own story
There were limited inputs available on their daily lives on what one now calls history
It seemed so very normal that one benefits from experiences of those who lived in the past
It now seems so very illogical that one ignored one’s unique identity in the quest to force fit a mask

One gets so very bound by the feelings and emotions that glues you to relationships and puts you in a bind
One forgets objectivity and loses one’s sanity even as one fails to discover that they possess an individual mind
One may consciously choose to remain blind as much as one puts up a superficial facade of appearing to be kind
One acknowledges the limited world view they had lived all their life while performing tasks part of the daily grind

A time comes when one comes at a cross-roads forcing one to take critical decisions
The time and setting may not be under one’s control nor may be the eventual implication
One may see life that has passed by as a movie played back in fast forward motion
One may feel compelled to take the next step that may impact future generations

One realizes that everything is an illusion and what is perceived to be real may be surreal
One begins to accept that societal norms may be just a practice that appears in diverse forms
One begins to understand life in its true sense and begins a life endowed with peace and harmony
One begins to accept that every second is endowed with the seed to sow a new life and destiny

One needs to satisfy some biological needs required for one’s survival and sustenance
It seems a paradox that we live a life driven by society rather than drive societal trends
Those who stood up for their rights may have not been recognized by their own generation
The future remembers and worships those trend-setters and the present sets self defeating limitations

The tales from mythology may have lessons to impart on societal conduct in the eyes of those who we now call great
Their life experiences and their environment captured the imagination and one never ever questioned what was right
The narration of their fights for justice and standing up for fairness and right conduct always provided tons of delight
It just seems so very out of context that one forgets the present and gets caught up in fantasises and loses one’s sight

It is time to wake up and live up to one’s individual destiny without limitations of one’s environment
It is time to accept one’s realities without getting into the blame game and analyze one’s predicament
It is time to stop having any expectations from any one and realize that each one is impermanent
It is time to start living a second life without thinking what society thinks about one’s temperament

The journey is what we make of it and we infuse emotions of our choice and we have the final say
The circumstances notwithstanding our decisions help keep us on track and guide the pathway
The faith and trust in self and the Universal Power is all that is needed to live life in its current form
The innate ability to recreate and regenerate will help us in facing and overcoming inner and external storm!

Grass is always Green on the Other Side

Many a time life seems to be always green on the other side
It does not matter whether you are having a smooth or a rough ride
It really does not matter how much of age you have on your side
It does not matter whether you are emotional or have a thick hide

When one is without a job one aspires for gainful employment
When one gets a job one aspires for a better role with fulfilment
When one gets a challenging role one desires for a large enough stakes
When one gains success with higher stakes, one aspires for a long break

When one is single one may feel tempted to go looking for a life partner
When one finally finds a life partner one may feel tempted to start a family
When one starts a family one feels strongly compelled to provide the best
When one aspires for the best in life, they end up having to stretch their crest

When one faces daily challenges one may long for a life without strife
When one finds routine chores lined up daily, one longs for an exciting life
When one finds one’s life situation improved, one desires to get off the fence
When one gets to taste the luxuries of life, they long for a first time experience

When one does not have any time they seek the help of the ever elusive hand
When one gets the much needed time they start looking for the magic wand
When life starts to take a steep turn they desire to find a stable stand
When they finally stumble upon a stable life they desire a life unplanned

There are always situations that occurs in any person’s life at all points of time
There are always emotions and thoughts that occur without any reason or rhyme
There are always comparisons that one may tend to do with one’s environment
There are always never ending aspirations that a person aims for improvement

When the waters of the ocean is calm and the weather is pleasant
When the mountains stand tall and the clouds cover the soaring heights
When the earth remains still and manages the ongoing churn within
When the air flow is natural the worst of fires does not gather steam

One may at various times always find the grass to be greener on the other side
It may be better to look within and reflect on one’s needs rather than hunt for pride
There may always be situations and people that one may feel are better endowed
One needs to realize that situations are ever dynamic and you are forever blessed!

Very Strange World

It is so very strange the ways of the world
One that we inhabit during our short stay
It is so very strange the ways of the world
One gets diverse experiences every other day

It is so very strange the ways of the world
All of us prefer to remain involved in our world
It is so very strange the ways of the world
Every man has to face his own unique world

It is so very strange the ways of the world
Man finds it difficult to define his awareness of self
It is so very strange the ways of the world
Man finds it difficult to accept his own identity of self

It is an enchanting fair that tempts you with its wares
It is just that most often its products don’t gel in a pair
It throws up myriad choices every other moment of time
It has made man believe that doing nothing is a crime

To some the obvious attractions are money, fame, and glory
To some the lack of any triggers a self depressing bout of worry
To some the fruits that attract are knowledge, awareness and health
To some they are the means to accumulate what they define as wealth

Some of us get preoccupied in the corridors of Corporate World
Some of us seek gratification in rendering Service to the World
Some of us furtively seek to discover the essence of the Spirit World
Some of us are completely lost in the over indulgences of our World

Some of us realize that it is an illusion and seek to find their way out of the maze
Some of us choose to widen their web of aspirations and periodically star gaze
Some of us realize the path they need to take but are chained by societal norms
Some of us break free from the shackles that gets perceived as an turbulent storm

It is so very strange the ways of the world
Man has unlimited desires and yet aspires for detachment
It is so very strange the ways of the world
Man ignores visible abundance amidst all the encroachment

It is so very strange the ways of the world
Man spends his life in trying his best to blend
It is so very strange the ways of the world
Man has to defend his turf until his eventual end

It is so very strange the ways of the world
Man spends his entire time to shield his external cover
It is so very strange the ways of the world
Man finds it futile when he has to encounter his hour!

Hurdle Race

Many a time situations in life seem to come across like running a hurdle race
Many a time circumstances need to be faced not necessarily at one’s preferred pace
Many a time one needs to mentally condition self to prevent one from getting dazed
Many a time one’s reaction in handling circumstances may leave one highly perplexed

Many a time the frustration that one encounters puts one into a self created bind
More often than not one may realize that the battles are actually fought in the mind
Many a time one may take resolutions to handle people sensitively and be more kind
More often than not it gets broken when one is not able to handle the rigorous grind

Many a time one may decide to let go the past and create a new future full of aspiration
More often than not emotions haunt the present leaving one panting with perspiration
Many a time one may change locations to consciously avoid contact with some faction
More often than not a collision with who you wish to avoid create scenario hard to fathom

Many a time the ways and means of the Universe and its occupants may leave one confused
More often than not one finds it difficult to accept the status quo that leaves one baffled
Many a time the focus on self priorities keeps one lost in thought and highly preoccupied
More often than not the implications of one’s current actions get lost during the lone ride

Many a time people realize at the end that one could have lived one’s life in a different way
More often than not it is too late for one to rectify the unique path chosen to enact the play
Many a time there is a feeling of regret that leaves one morose while trying to find one’s way
More often than not one feels sad at wisdom dawning late and the costs that one had to pay!

Look Within

It is better to look within us and seek solutions to the problems that we face
As has been said by the divine lord who is ever ready to cherish on us his grace
All of us may go through various cycles that may feel like being caught in a maze
We only need to be strong within and stay positive and look at it as a passing phase

Many a time when we look at the external world events may trigger us to turn critical
On hindsight and when we are in a reflective mood one’s views may appear philosophical
Many a time lack of self-control make us commit actions that is unlike normal behaviour
Even a slight amount of pus that adds up in an injury need to be not provided any favour

It is better to not have any expectations from anyone however close the relationship
One needs to acknowledge the ultimate truth that each one needs to steer his own ship
Each one of us has come alone and will depart alone and this is the ordained reality
Each one of can choose our actions to live a noble life as we accept the truth of mortality

Let us for a moment make a start and stop finding faults with people with whom we interact
Let us for a moment put in efforts to negate our observations and balance the same with tact
Let us for a moment imagine and visualize a reality that is unlike our daily reality and fact
Let us make a conscious choice to look within and find peace by signing our own inner pact!

The Journey

I was all set to start my inner journey of exploration on unknown Planet Earth
I was aware of the final outcome beyond the start when I get a suitable berth
I was aware that one day I will need to renounce the external body to return
I was aware that in this journey I will be privy to situations of what I had to learn

As I got ready to start my journey the lord called me to evaluate my state of mind
He wanted to know whether I was glad to leave his abode and freedom from his bind
He wanted to know whether I was sad to leave his abode into a new world alleged unkind
He wanted to know whether I had my heart and mind open with my vision not turned blind

He wanted to know of the path that I would prefer to take as I tread different paths
He wanted to know whether I would take the beaten path or take the road less travelled
He wanted to know about the kind of experiences that I desired to face as I found my way
He wanted to know my grasp on emotions of suffering and pleasure as I indulged in the play

He wanted to know the choices that I would prefer when I experienced varied situations
He wanted to know my point of view on how I would balance indulgence and compassion
He wanted to know my point of view on whether I would be guided by logic or intuition
He wanted to know my point of view on whether I would be a rebel or support regulation

He wanted to know about the key points that motivated me to take up this journey all alone
He wanted to know whether I was aware that should I face challenges I never need to moan
He wanted to know whether I remembered that he had blessed me to find my solution within
He wanted to know whether I remembered that I needed to be peaceful to get out of the spin

He wanted me to appreciate that different situations would need to be handled differently
He wanted me to appreciate that the context needs to be kept in mind to act appropriately
He wanted me to be supportive should I encounter those who seemed to lack comprehension
He wanted me to be tolerant and gain a better insight by actually using my gift of perception

He wanted me to remember that I will create all my experiences during my progression
He wanted me to know that I will attract those situations that will leave its impression
He wanted me to be conscious of what I desire for since every desire will finally find its way
He enlightened me that time was perceived differently and need to be alert to not fall prey

He mentioned to me that he will be always besides me and I just need to willingly reach out
He mentioned that energies were aligned differently and it may take time to find him out
He mentioned that I should never forget my source of origin and make time for meditation
He hinted that as the ultimate medicine that would clear all doubts and provide illumination!

Blocks and Delays

Many of us at various points have experienced various forms of irritating blocks and delay
The context may have varied but the emotions are similar and always come home to stay
One may like to let go the negative feelings associated with memories you prefer to let go
One may make resolutions but akin to an unwelcome guest it hangs on impacting your vow

One may relate to traffic snarls and jams that affects your movement and slows you down
One may relate to network traffic that does not let you make that vital call making you frown
One may relate to network server going down just when you are waiting for the closing data
One may relate to having to encounter ailments just when you thought you were ready to sail

One may relate to getting the new job offer late when you had decided to put in the papers
One may relate to your bank closing shutters just when you had to make the final payment
One may relate to visitors calling delaying your visit to the market to shop for the grocery
One may relate to people you totally trusted not fulfilling their commitments when in need

One may relate to people coming late for the meeting especially when you had them nonstop
One may relate to state of farmers when rains came in late that adversely impacted their crop
One may relate to state of film producers when their release gets delayed impacting cash flow
One may relate to citizen’s emotions when their elected representatives results do not show

One may relate to not being able to procure the relevant books in time for your final exams
One may relate to not getting the crucial guidance in time that may avoid your facing a storm
One may relate to your own people letting you down just when you needed them the most
One may relate to your energy falling just when you were on the last mile en route the post

One may relate to just missing the tiger after traversing for miles for that one elusive look
One may relate to getting all items except one for the special meal that you planned to cook
One may relate to your sticking to the itinerary when the weather desired to have a change
One may relate to you laze around in the sun when the clouds arrived and made you cringe

One may relate to your flight not getting the permission to land and going around in circles
One may relate to you having an early meeting and not landing in office early as per plan
One may relate to you having to follow up with others for an update that they had committed
One may relate to creating back-up plans that failed to operate making you look dim-witted

It appears there are limited things that one can do when we are faced with blocks and delays
One can try to minimize its incidence and plan for the best & worst case scenario every day
One needs to accept and acknowledge there are factors beyond our control that does operate
One needs to learn to stay calm under pressure when environmental factors alter our fate!

Just Grow Up

Remember those days in your younger days when your only wish was to grow up fast
You dreamt of fulfilling those desires that were apparently reserved for the older cast
You jumped with joy when you crossed the legal age and felt a new sense of freedom
You were ecstatic on getting some of the licenses and only dreamt of achieving stardom

You had no time to reflect and think about the long-term outcome of any of your actions
You wanted to feel a sense of inclusion within your group and this resulted in imitation
Your choices that you took were not uncommon and you were not yet ready to stand out
You always used to worry about the worldly reaction and the concern that you had no clout

Time passed by and your circle of friends changed as your preferences evolved over time
You had developed depth of knowledge in your field and felt confident as you scaled the peak
You looked out for a role befitting your qualification that would further your own reputation
You desired to establish your credibility by completing assignments with levels of distinction

Time further passed by and you went through a series of personal and professional transition
They were not the easiest of moments that you faced and you had to act without any option
There were various feelings that were generated that made you indulge in self introspection
There were moments when you reflected on the real changes that occurred in your evolution

The moments of the past was ripe in your memory as if it had occurred just the previous day
The present moments required you to continue to enact your act in the larger worldly play
You still needed to gain accolades but had apparently lost the drive to continue in the fray
There were times when you reflected whether anything had really changed during your stay


You always had conflicting thoughts about your own sense of really growing up over time
You begin to ask what truly matters in life about the larger purpose of your own existence
You began to reflect on the important principles that operated consistently across all ages
You began to read up on the philosophy of life and began to think on the wisdom of the sages

You realized that many situations are just transient and your experience equally momentary
You realized that this life in this form is transient and you need to handle both joy and fury
You realized the need to retain your sanity and maintain calm in periodic moments of worry
You realized that desires not getting fulfilled may be in the larger good and reflect in history

You realized the true meaning of growing up was never intended to reflect in physical form
You realized that growing up on the material and mental plane may help quieten a storm
You realized that growing up in stature in society was purely need based without stability
You realized that growing up was letting your soul spiritually evolve and finding its own equilibrium!

Independence

One can only appreciate the true value of Independence when you have been denied freedom
Many folks have over the ages lost their lives fighting for their rights and gained martyrdom
The cause may vary for different individuals and the challenges may trigger varied reactions
The folks who are bound by self-created or external chains let loose a barrage of emotions

Many a time the lack of financial freedom denies people the right to live a decent lifestyle
Many a time the lack of good health and fitness denies people the right to even walk a mile
Many a time the lack of basic education denies people the right to work up to their potential
Many a time the lack of basic shelter denies people the right to safety from hostile weather

Many a time basic lack of awareness may deny one the wisdom of local and cultural tradition
Many a time lack of maturity in the environment may expose one to religious manipulation
Many a time the lack of effective timely support system may expose one to face exploitation
Many a time basic lack of basic awareness of self rights may expose you to social persecution

Many a time the lack of parents denies children from experiencing the joy of childhood
Many a time the lack of children denies parents from experiencing the joy of parenthood
Many a time the challenges faced at an early age may deny people to enjoy their adulthood
Many a time the challenges faced during middle and old age makes causes one to regularly brood

Many a time lack of valour to express your opinion makes you susceptible to gross violation
Many a time lack of openness to change makes you susceptible to operate under compulsion
Many a time lack of courage to question makes you implicitly belief those with qualification
Many a time lack of self belief makes you less aware of the liberty to practice your vocation

It is imperative that man takes self-efforts to understand the rights under the Constitution
It is imperative that man supports self and others from facing any nature of discrimination
It is imperative the need to understand the laws of the land should come from self volition
It will ensure a better life free from restriction and empower one to find a sense of direction!

Let go the past, Embrace the New

One may have too much attachment to the memories that binds you to familiarity of the past
One may have many questions and fears to embrace a new future that you are not aware of
One may be facing a bitter experience in the present moment that may have put life on hold
One needs to trust in evolution and look at your growth from a baby to your current mould

One may be afraid to let go of current relations that does not provide space for new creation
One may be afraid to go beyond current responsibility fearing to get caught by new liability
One may be afraid to experience life in new geographies letting loose imagined catastrophes
One may be afraid to revisit your philosophy of life and prefer to go on with beliefs formed

One may lack courage to confront the truth and accept reality as it reveals in present form
One may lack maturity to look beyond the short-term needs that may build up to a storm
One may lack self-awareness to understand your true purpose beyond living societal norms
One may avoid taking up the hard work required to create life anew & start life as a new born

One needs to look at Mother Nature around us to enable us to make an unemotional choice
One just needs to look at change of seasons that is accepted by all creation with equal poise
One needs to adapt be it choice of season to breed or prospect locations for survival and feed
One needs to align to the dynamic energies of the Universe to avoid a life that seems a curse

One can ill-afford to be caught in the past and live on with memories unpleasant or enjoyable
One needs to stay in the present to savour its beauty totally than just imagine life as in a fable
One needs to visualize a future that you can paint on an open canvass beyond present existence
One needs to embrace new patterns and choices rather than have to face a life of repentance!

Lessons on Life – Chapter 2

The grandparents were overcome with emotions on hearing their grandson’s deep desire
The gleam in their eyes reflected the joy and they were eager to share their wisdom & culture
They were aware that amidst the evolving life scenarios one can ill-afford any rigid posture
They were equally aware that life experiences truly tests a person’s character and composure

They reflected on the right approach to share their life experiences from the distant past
They had encountered numerous mazes in their journey and had cultivated memories vast
They had seen the pace of life undergo a radical shift from a slow track to one that is very fast
They had also consulted elders amidst confusion and their reactions had left them aghast

They realized that they had to share their lessons of life but connect it to the current context
Their considered it fit to not talk about incidents that their grandson could not relate with
Their internal compass guided them to focus on areas that would align with his current need
They also realized their duty in moulding his character that would link up to his future deeds

They believed that certain guiding principles operated consistently across any given situation
They had endeavoured to diligently follow them and this only strengthened their disposition
They decided to take turns in educating their grandson that may contribute to his evolution
They recognized the reality of impermanence and desired to leave behind their impression!

Lessons on Life - Chapter 1

It was vacation time and the grandson was excited to live with his ever loving grandparents
He always waited for the day when his exams got over that had over the years come to haunt
He always had his back pack ready with bare essentials required to help him walk up the hill
His grandparents always used to provide him this analogy of living a simple life without frills

He got ready early in the day waiting for his grandparents to complete their morning prayers
He excitedly spoke about his experience since the last visit especially his first dive in to water
He spoke about a sage visiting their school and urging them to be conscious of their actions
He expressed a desire to lead a fulfilling life and always take decisions without any hesitation

He wanted to know from his grandparents about their various experiences in their lifetime
He wanted to know how things had changed over the years and their evolution over the years
He wanted to know whether they had any regrets on decisions and judgement calls on others
He wanted to be aware of how to lead a discerning life and never show an attitude of a quitter

He had so many questions on life but he had so many issues to handle as a part of his routine
He wanted the timely & right guidance so that he could build a personality pure and pristine
He wanted his grandparents to advise him on how to consciously have his energies align
He wanted to absorb the true essence of life and live out the ultimate desire of the divine!

Just break the Cycle

It is about time that you finally committed to yourself to let go and finally break the cycle
You have been mulling over and procrastinating long enough for one to label you fickle
It is not other’s opinion that needs you to change your habits and leave behind old patterns
It is the promise you make to compete with self that encourages your destiny to take a turn

It may be about relationships with people that may make you annoyed and lose your sleep
It may be about your inability to build your desired financial portfolio that makes you weep
It may be your low confidence levels in your ability due to perceived low skills and education
It may be your sheer lack of ambition to strike it big that makes your live a life of moderation

It may be about your inability to follow your fitness regime leading to lower energy levels
It may be about your self-doubt that you are not able to influence others to ring your bell
It may be about your lack of courage to stand up for your rights that you maintain silence
It may be about your inner insecurities that forces you to build around you a protective fence

It may be giving too much respect beyond what others deserve that makes you submissive
It may be never giving the due care and attention for self needs that makes you aggressive
It may be living with outdated and unquestioned beliefs that fail to make you be assertive
It may be about surrounding yourself with people who rarely ever exhibited any initiative

You just need to make that important decision to break the cycle and fight your own battle
Just do not expect any support from others as you go about proving to the world your mettle
You may like to acknowledge any assistance that may be offered should someone’s heart melt
You may like to balance idealism with pragmatism as you finally learn to tighten your belt!

Life Management

I believe many of us at different points of time have thought of managing self better
Many of us may have even participated in sessions with hopes to change for the better
Many of us may have reflected on the famous four quadrants of Urgent & Important Matrix
Many a time we may have never yet implemented the lessons and continue to be in a fix

Just imagine that you have retired from active work and you don’t need to work for your pay
Just imagine that you have sufficient financial resources to support your life long stay
Just imagine that you lack complete clarity on life but have been blessed to find your way
Just imagine that you need not be a part of the rat race and be ever in a competitive fray

How many of us really know what we will do should we be granted a life-long holiday?
How many of us have any clue on our desires beyond indulging in activities to earn our pay?
How many of us have really absorbed that time on Planet Earth is really a temporary stay?
How many of us have reflected and committed to live differently as we continue our play?

Are you going to spend time lazing around and fulfilling all your physical desire that matter?
Are you going to spend time interacting and relating to people to understand them better?
Are you going to watch movies, play & listening to music, indulge in idle talk and chatter?
Are you going to play active sports and take up fitness programs to help you turn fit faster?

Are you going to visit places be it beaches, wild marvel of nature or an architectural wonder?
Are you going to indulge in photography and differentiate by capturing moments of blunder?
Are you going to go all-out shopping, look out for the best bargain as you aimlessly wander?
Are you going to learn a new hobby and cultivate a new interest as you learn to surrender?

Many of us may have wanted to read up books that guides us on the ultimate life purpose
Many of us may have wanted to spend time with spiritual teachers to help look beyond gloss
Many of us may have wanted to understand our religious tenets and stop living life in a mess
Many of us may have waited for the right moment to take a break and eliminate our stress

How many of us have actually thought in the larger scheme of things do these really matter?
How many of us have reflected on the truth that what we run after will sometime gather rust
How many of us have truly absorbed the essence that many attractions are not really a must?
How many of us live life with an awareness that eventually one day we return back to dust?

It does not mean that we avoid taking actions, stay silent and only do prayers & meditation
It does not mean that we stop taking interest in life and display our ultimate realization
It does not mean that we avoid having social contact and indicate a life cycle completion
It only means to live life consciously & aim to find your life purpose in your form of creation!

The Paradox of a Fall

I was walking along the beach when all of a sudden I was witness to a coconut fall
I truly thanked god that it was not my head but the wet sand that could endure the fall
I was walking in the public garden along the parking lot when I again saw a coconut fall
This time it was on a parked vehicle and its owner was highly enraged and got into a brawl

I was catching up on the market scenario and the bulls were highly unhappy with the free fall
I thanked my financial planner for advising me to divest my portfolio and me heeding his call
I was looking up at exchange rates quoted by banks and observed that the rupee had a fall
I was expecting a couple of export orders and hoped that this may trigger them to take a call

I had gone to buy my weekly vegetables and happily noted that it had triggered a price fall
The major cause was the weather and the more than expected quota of seasonal rainfall
The shower in the catchment areas ensured that the corporation was not up against a wall
The traders unhappy with the price fall were yet happy with rising volumes not taking a toll

The elections were round the corner and the contestants were busy with the upcoming poll
They busy schedules were filled up with hourly meetings beseeching voters to heed their call
They committed to build the best of infrastructure facilities and heed the final wake-up call
They promised to build a future different from the past and ensure all citizens have a ball

I went to the jungles to have a respite from city life and rest in the laps of Mother Nature
I come across a group of Monkeys and Spotted Deer together who gave me a quick glance
The Deer stood up on their hind legs and nibbled the foliage and had the occasional scramble
It was a joy to see the Monkeys drop the leaves from the tree for the waiting deer to nibble

I then came across a group of flowering trees that had surrounded itself with its own flowers
It seemed to want to create moments that it could treasure and yet secure its ultimate future
The view of bed of flowers that it was resting on was priceless moments of joy and pleasure
One could never imagine timing such magical moments that had effectively no measure

I then went further in the wild and happened to observe a pair of predatory birds in the sky
As was their habit they were scouting for prey and leveraging their strengths by flying high
I suddenly happened to observe one of them rapidly descend at a pace and going for the kill
I never had imagined that a bird could drop at such a pace and I literally stood standstill

I got back and reflected on the day gone by right from the coconut and markets that had a fall
I thought about poll contestants to Nature’s creations each for survival getting into a brawl
I thought about the wise tree that had its seed spread to improve the possibility of its growth
I suddenly realized that every fall has something to savour that could be the ultimate antidote!

Don’t Worry Be Happy

Many of us may have often heard people asking us not to worry and remain happy
We may find it very difficult to let go of our troubles and concerns and remain sulky
We may retort at people who may advise us as well-wishers but come across as grumpy
We may think that people are extremely heartless and continue to ever remain grouchy

We just need to reflect back for a moment at the true essence of the proverbial saying
We will realize that it does not take long for one to recognize the intended meaning
We go through circumstances in life and encounter various ups and downs in life
We ought not to get bogged down by suffering that contributes to forever attract strife

One’s state of mind is reflected in your attitude that gets observed in your daily action
One may continue to get bogged down by personal concerns or embrace a life of fun
One may complain about one’s misery that seems to have altered your life and destiny
One may choose to let go of memories that binds you to the past and alters your destiny

One may get an ailment that may constrain your mobility but look at the larger picture
One can still maintain an independent life and you can still navigate change of weather
One may hear of a close relative or friend who has passed away after a chronic disease
It may not be easy to digest the news but it may be better to accept the soul finding peace

One may hear of a terrible accident that your relative or friend may have had to face
One may like to look at the positive and be glad his life was saved due to divine grace
One may hear of a job loss that your relative or friend may have recently had to face
One may like to look at the same as an opportunity that he gets to start a new phase

One may be disgruntled that you missed an important meeting due to lightning and thunder
One may get so worked up about one’s worries that you may overlook your own blunder
One may fail to realize the meeting was planned for the next day and you start to wonder
One’s observation that life’s incidents do not happen by chance may make you surrender

There is a pattern in life’s happening that the logical mind may not be willing to accept
There is a guiding law of nature that is applicable to every living creature on this planet
There is no reason to lose control over your emotions and amidst uncertainty fume and fret
One just needs to remember and observe the sun rise the morning after the previous sunset

There is not a single situation in life that has not something positive amidst ambiguity
There is not a single individual whose life is not endowed with some innate good quality
The occurrences in life may occur at a time that enhances your insecurity and self doubt
The Universe has a larger design that may intrigue you but is timely and fits in with a plot!

Clear the Negativity

There are many moments when you are calm and at peace but you suddenly lose your anger
There may have been some trigger that was non-existent but made your mind to wander
You lose control over your emotions and the environment around you changes radically
The negative vibes that seem to surround you even impacts those not even related remotely

There are moments when one enters a room and you sense a feeling of warmth and peace
There are also moments when one enters a room and you lose your feeling of peace and quiet
There are some people whom you meet who provide a sense of comfort that provides relief
There are some people whom you meet who upset your poise and create a sense of grief

There are thoughts that create self doubts and make you ignore your own potential
There are thoughts that pre-occupy that may not motivate you to take effort substantial
There are people around who may drag you down and you may decide to let go your dreams
There are also people around who may show you possibilities and your efforts gather steam

One needs to remember that your thoughts in your mind dictate how you make decisions
One needs to remember the decisions that you make contributes to a life of differentiation
One needs to remember your discerning sense of judgment contributes to your life position
One needs to remember your eventual life position contributes to depression or elation

One needs to let go negative emotions and avoid the environment filled with negative energy
One needs to embrace positive thoughts and create an ambience filled with positive synergy
One needs to look at the brighter picture and look out for the positive in any given situation
One will realize that a basic change in outlook has the power to convert you into a fatal attraction!

Don’t Maintain Silence

Many of us encounter events in our life and we feel the need to maintain appropriate silence
Many of us face people in our life who display unworthy conduct and yet we maintain silence
Many of us observe situations taking place around us and we continue to maintain silence
Many of us feel the internal conflict, want to discuss issues thread bare and yet maintain silence

Many of us have an uncanny fear of the consequences that may happen should we be candid
Many of us are unwilling to accept our own individuality and let the world know our stance
Many of us due to past conditioning have not known to express our views and maintain quiet
Many of us have always had our views and opinions getting shut up and yet we silently fret

Many of us may have a genuine concern that should we be blunt one may hurt other’s feeling
Many a time it may be our over imagination at work and one’s silence may actually be killing
Many a time we get caught up in our daily world that we fail to appreciate the beauty around
Many a time having none to talk to and express one’s outlook may risk one become unsound

It is said that man is a social animal and one of the primary need is regular interaction
It has been experimented sufficiently in the past about the need for regular communication
It has been understood that every man faces different circumstances that affects his position
It does not mean that he shuts himself up and demonstrates complete lack of motivation

It only highlights the need to state your views irrespective of whether your opinions concur
It only indicates the need to avoid maintain silence to ensure conflict scenarios don’t recur
It only indicates that you have the innate ability to discuss and find your own cure
It indicates the need to use your human form wisely to live an enriched life rather than suffer

The Long Journey Back Home

I had stepped out of my parental home when I was young at seventeen years old
I was ambitious enough to pursue my education goals and thought myself very bold
I was keen to join the crowd, achieve my qualifications and keen to join the fold
I never knew what it meant to live alone and the first impressions came across as cold

I spent time interacting with faculty and students about various areas of my interest
I soon realized the ways of the world where you get glorified till such time you are the best
It does not take long for you to be put down and all your achievements start to gather dust
It tests your mental resilience and ensures you develop a thick hide that is always put to test

I never realized the passage of time and one fine day I successfully got my qualifications
I was fortunate enough to be ranked in the merit list that at time got me some attention
I got an opportunity to interview with some of the best companies and underwent evaluation
I was lucky enough to get multiple offers and chose the one with the maximum attraction

My corporate career took off at a pace and I could never differentiate between day and night
I only realized the same when one fine day when I left early I could actually watch the sun set
I reflected on that event and asked myself a critical question as regards the path that I chose
I consulted seniors who reminded me that thorns grow below before one gets the beautiful rose

I took off on a journey, took a sabbatical, reflected on what was my true purpose in life
I started travelling across the country, took up the road less taken in true sense of the term
I got drawn towards wild life and more or less had resolved to make my decision firm
I unfortunately attracted a lethal worm that needed me to be flexible and rework my dream

I decided to enrol for a education program that seemed to fulfil some of my seeming gaps
I went through the program that was intensely competitive that could also land me in a trap
I began to appreciate the difference between the on-lookers and those who truly gave a clap
I began to be more discerning about what motivated me and what contributed to energy sap

I again got attracted to a different career option that needed me to relocate to another city
I still could not go back to my city of birth and to me that was still a concern if not feel of pity
I delivered well in my assignments and continued to get more and more responsibility
I was told that I could dream of life on the fast track based on my competence and ability

I had to travel across cities, and gained valuable frequent flier loyalty miles with airlines
I used to catch the first flight of the day and land up late at night but had no reason to whine
I also got to stay in the best of hotels and got used to top hotels where I could wine and dine
I always used to consider that I am fortunate enough to have got this exposure in my prime

I used to interact with my parents when I had time and on hindsight when I had their need
I used to think they never could understand my world and they belonged to a different breed
I did not think of taking breaks and spending time with my parents thinking about their need
I now realize that I was selfish in my approach and had failed to realize my pursuits of greed

One fine morning I got a call from my home and my first impulse was to later attend the call
The caller persisted and I got up from my bed and with a sense of irritation picked up the call
I was told that my father’s life was serious and the doctor had advised immediate admission
I actually asked the caller whether it needed my attention since I had a project submission


I guess it may not have taken my caller to absorb the utter lack of empathy in my attitude
He turned more explicit and asked me to have more resilience and demonstrate fortitude
He candidly spoke about my father’s passing away and that too after a prolonged illness
He spoke about my father’s caring approach and his desire to give me no further stress

My life came crashing down in a couple of moments and I was at a complete loss of words
I never knew what hit me in those moments as if my life had collapsed like a pack of cards
I never knew how to face my mother who may perceive me to be highly selfish, cold and hard
I lost track of where I was and what I had to do and only knew that I had to reach home fast

I was going back home after about five years when I was focused on my corporate dreams
I only used to occasionally speak to my parents and that too sometimes gathered steam
I had never much enquired about their health and well-being that I assumed was fine
I always thought that what was not spoken as an issue did not deserve attention and time

I never knew what was going to be my reaction as I estimated there would be a crowd
I suddenly realized that despite being in a crisis I still was focused on my social image
I seemed to have been caught in a trap that I so consciously wanted to avoid getting caught
All my efforts of the past and lessons that I had learnt apparently finally amounted to naught

My mother’s first reaction despite her loss was asking about my welfare and health
Those words opened my eyes and I realized the value of love as the true measure of wealth
All the material pleasures that I had enjoyed were nothing but just superficial entrapment
I could only thank my father who even through his demise made me take a life-long commitment!

Call It Truce

There are times in one’s life when one completely loses one’s cool and inner peace
One’s anger may be out of proportion in terms of the context that has had a trigger
One may feel that one should never again maintain any further contact in future
One may even feel as to how could one ever relate with the individual in the past?

There are many such situations that happens over experiences in one’s life time
There are some that are largely very superficial that gets blown out of proportion
The primary cause largely is ego-driven and many of us fail to control our emotion
These are simple to resolve and manage and with maturity can find a ready solution

There are situations that happens when one encounters conflict in value management
There are individuals who exhibit behaviour that make you want to ensure detachment
These are times where you need to demonstrate clarity to ensure you get out of predicament
These are a bit complex to resolve and tests your conscience when you have high attachment

There are times when for trivial reasons and issues people end up catching other’s neck
There are situations that people indulge in power struggles and rather end up in a wreck
These when viewed with objectivity and maturity one can easily establish camaraderie
These are times when one can collaborate and constructively create positive memories

There are times when you have had a difficult day at your work place and you come home
You come home with expectations but are rather greeted by a closed door and empty home
You simply blow-up without even making time to understand where everyone have gone
Your temper tantrums when you meet them results in you having to eventually atone

There are times when you have fixed up an important meeting at a certain time and hour
The person calls up and apologizes for the delay that in turn makes you angry and sour
You may never have anticipated that the person may have helped a victim find a cure
Your negative mind only thinks that others are at fault and their attitude is sadly very poor

There are times when you may have set some goals and have defined some timelines
There may be situations when you may not have been able to have your priorities align
There may be times when consciously though you may not have been able to draw the line
There may be times when you may be tough on yourself and view your actions as a crime

There are times when one needs to call it truce either with self, individuals or situations
There are times when one needs to accept reality as it presents itself without any condition
There are times when one needs to give up any established bias and all preconceived notions
That is when wisdom dawns, you live in the moment and demonstrate love for all creations!

One needs to appreciate that life is short and many a time it may be perceived to be chaos
There is no sense in carrying forward grudges that may at sometime have looked like loss
There is no sense in trying to undermine the other and highlight the other person vital flaws
There is no sense in holding on to sad memories of past and trying to explore the root cause

It is better to let bygones be bygones rather than trying to want to have the final say
One never claim with certainty in this world the person who is destined to live another day
One can only say with guarantee amidst this uncertainty that no one can extend their stay
It is better to embrace love, peace and cheer and share positive energy as you live every day!

Remove Your Mask

So many of us face a daily conflict in life when we force ourselves to wear a mask
Many a time we reconcile ourselves and claim that it is necessary to complete a task
Many a time one may claim fame and glory and be the first one to uncork the cask
Many a time we may put on a show and claim success that may cause one to bask

Many a time we go to the work place and indulge in activities that you disagree with
Many a time one goes with the opinions of colleagues that you do not concur with
Many a time one goes with the judgement of others to avoid any unnecessary conflict
Many a time one chooses to carry on with the status quo to avoid any kind of career drift

Many a time one may face relationship problems and avoid having a candid discussion
Many a time one refuses to adapt and change and this causes one to have a confrontation
Many a time one may wear a facade to only please and use various powers of persuasion
Many a time one may never realize that not being one’s natural self ends up in frustration

Many a time we carry on with the status quo and fail to focus on societal transformation
Many a time the urge to have a good name results in disguising one’s own self realization
Many a time one intuitively knows and is aware of the need to bring about a radical change
Many a time one tries to camouflage reality and shows ignorance as if life is very strange

It may help if one has the courage to face reality and views the picture as it truly emerges
It may require one to change old patterns and beliefs and face up to emotional baggage
It may require one to understand and accept that every moment you are live on stage
There is no dress rehearsal and beyond a point one can do limited to manage one’s image!

Just Take Charge

I wonder what stops you from taking full charge of your daily life
It seems very obvious that your discomfort is reflected in your strife
Life is not something that needs to be led on terms dictated by others
One consciously needs to adapt but no one expects you to regularly suffer

You seem to have so many issues with your personal life and professional career
You are not satisfied with your social activities and seem to have a perennial fear
You are not in the pink of health and your immune system gives you no buffer
You are not willing to accept your reality and given the opportunity run for cover

You may not have the luxury to take up all issues sequentially one at a time
You need to be proactive and aiming to balance your life issues is not a crime
You can’t satisfy the whole world and at times you have to ignore other’s whine
You need to be able to define your priorities and a strong focus will help you shine

You seem to be weighed down with responsibilities on the personal front
You feel obligated to help your family members and face the maximum brunt
You realize that you are being stressed out and can’t continue longer with this stunt
You have none to speak to share your worries and at times get extremely candid and blunt

You are highly educated and have a desire to have a more meaningful professional role
You have understood that you are not a smooth talker and this seems to have taken a toll
You are hardworking and equally smart but unfortunately many a time have fallen in a hole
You have had to make compromises and it has resulted in your career not being on a roll

You realize that you like to interact with people and develop your inner social network
Unfortunately your personal and professional commitments load you down with work
You realize that you take initiative and not really a person who comes across as a quirk
Unfortunately your circumstances in life have avoided you to politely refuse and shirk

You accept and acknowledge that your own health could be in much better and fitter shape
You deserve to give your body its due and feel miserable when you get measured by the tape
You commit to yourself that you will start your fitness program and run a couple of laps
You acknowledge that tomorrow never comes and each time feel like giving yourself a slap

You may be not very happy in terms of your financial portfolio that you have come to possess
Your discomfort in terms of your lack of methodical approach is something that you express
You realize that you need to be more systematic and plan you future to avoid further stress
You seem to be on the hunt for the ideal moment when the divine powers will finally bless

You recognize that life is short and each one only has a limited time on this planet
Yet you seem to live as if life is eternal living in past memories that has already set
You need not lose your cool on near ones who advise you to discover your purpose
You can spend your energies reflecting on true reality and go beyond superficial gloss

Just take charge of your life and be very clear that you create your own destiny
Your choices determine whether you discover bliss or have to engage in a mutiny
You drive your life the way you want to and each day you are gifted with a wish box
Your choices determine whether you evolve and progress or find yourself on the rocks!

A Teacher's Contribution

A Teacher is amongst the first group of individuals who affect our life on earth
When we are innocent and at an impressionable age they play an important part
They help in establishing a strong foundation and unknowingly capture our heart
Their emphasis on always practising a strong value system helps us maintain our guard

There may be different kind of teachers about whom we may have varied impressions
There may be those who diligently do their duty in furthering the cause of education
There may be those who demonstrate a personal touch and capture our imagination
There may be those who lead by example and have a lasting impact in our own evolution

One may view a teacher’s life as easy where they only need to take a respective lesson
One may not appreciate the background work and time they need to spend for the session
One may feel that a teacher is acting tough on you when she tests you in an examination
One may not appreciate that she is helping you develop expertise and a strong foundation

One may feel that a teacher demonstrates more preference to some other class mates
One may never reflect that the teacher is also human and would like students to participate
One may feel that a teacher is going fast and at a pace that in your view looks like a crime
One may never understand their inner emotional conflicts when they are not given the time

One may face different kind of teachers who share learning from different areas of expertise
One may have spent their prime time sharpening their skills and helping others become wise
One may never be able to rest on past laurels and needs to persist in keeping self up to date
One needs to realize that pursuing a profession with passion helps in determining their fate

As one evolves in one’s life you move out school and college and may never interact
One may not be aware but unknowingly you have implicitly signed a life-long pact
One may even think of doing something for them for their lasting role and contribution
More often than not the response will be that “it was my duty and I have no expectation”

One may wonder in today’s age whether there has been a shift due to commercialization
One also needs to accept that every teacher has life desires that craves for ongoing attention
One also needs to understand that every teacher is also a part of society that faces change
One needs to view things in perspective before labelling others based on one’s expectation

One needs to reflect on lessons learned from those who have lived life pursuing their passion
One needs to absorb the essence and aim to practise going beyond limited kind of interaction
One needs to appreciate that education also has its own defined regulations and limitations
One needs to be obliged to those who have helped you achieve whatever is your life position!

Practical Eye-Opener Version 1.1

I was having a normal chat with my parents about my ambitious dreams and aspiration
When out of the blue they asked me whether I ever thought about their condition
I always used to feel that I spend enough time with my parents in daily interaction
This particular observation just did not startle me but got me on the road to reflection

I decided to spend the next day engaging my parents beyond our daily conversation
It was initially difficult to get them to talk and voice their views and deepest apprehension
They started off by saying that the lives they led were different in their generation
They could not relate much to what is happening around in this universal creation

The next day as we had dinner we talked about the pace of life that has undergone a change
We slowly got talking on diverse issues that covered politics and environment across a range
We exchanged ideas and realized through exchange of opinions that each had a diverse view
We were glad that we were moving beyond trivial issues to relevant concerns beyond purview

As we reached the middle of the week my parents slowly began to express their concerns
They spoke about how they had brought us up and also had to face compromises on the run
They revived their memories of their challenges when they brought us up over the ages
They highlighted the fact that they realized that many a time a person feels caught in a cage

As they were growing older they were for the first time facing challenges on the physical front
It was not that they were not looking around for solutions and were consciously on the hunt
Many a time they felt uncomfortable in confiding their problems to us with their burden
They felt that we were already leaving stressful lives and they should not be an energy drain

They spoke about how many a times they faced challenges while crossing the road
They spoke about how there are moments when they faced concerns in being heard
They spoke about how there are moments when they fear of having a fall during their walk
They spoke about their fears about possibility of there being none with whom they could talk

They discussed the trend forcing children to live away from parents to pursue their career
They spoke about how their entire life time spent with their family may now appear queer
They spoke about their efforts to pass on their culture and tradition to the best of their ability
They spoke about their concerns of nuclear families that may create future family instability

I was glad that I could make my parents talk about concerns that were their preoccupation
I always used to wonder whether this concern was just a figment of my own imagination
I understood the high level of inter-dependency that connects every succeeding generation
I realized that we always have a choice and have the final say while deciding our contribution

Practical Eye-Opener

I was teaching my child the difference between theory and practical application
When she suggested all of a sudden that I join her for the school joy excursion
The school had taken a new decision to engage parents in child development
The school wanted to cement the parent-child bond beyond the existing trend

Some basic research had demonstrated parents currently lacking the caring personal touch
The reasons varied between lack of awareness and maximum time focused on career watch
The parents seemed to lack satisfaction in their jobs and the children faced the final brunt
They aspired to be closer to their parents but that always reflected a never ending hunt

The school wanted to take a proactive step to plug the growing gap between generations
They wanted to take a small step to use the opportunity to let each express their emotions
They were aware that both parents and children implicitly could not do without the other
The life circumstances were dictating terms forcing them to bear the unpleasant weather

Many parents apparently spoke about their endless desire to spend quality time
Many parents acknowledged that they ought to learn how to better manage time
Many parents expressed an irony that they were aware of the importance of empathy
Yet their daily conduct and self management only seemed to reflect tons of apathy

Many children who returned to an empty house spoke about their lonely existence
Many children who stayed at day care centres spoke about staying with reluctance
Many children realized that their busy parents were solely responsible for their sustenance
Many children questioned whether they could not have better measures of work life balance

Many parents also openly spoke about how they had never realized their child had grown
Many parents still viewed their child as a baby and this got reflected in their attitude shown
Many parents felt that their child needed maximum protection to face the competition
Many parents acknowledged their heart-felt desire for a change in approach to education

Many children acknowledged their ultimate joy on having their parents join their excursion
Many children questioned the teachers the reasons to not demonstrate enough consideration
Many children expressed their inner desires and hope to continue this as a ongoing feature
Many children loudly in a chorus urged their parents to look beyond only careers and stature

It was an eye-opener that my child and many of her friends openly expressing their needs
It was a reality check for me to get my act together and ensure that I move beyond greed
I needed to let go my preconceived beliefs of what was important and reflect on my deeds
I had to be clear in my end goal that my family health, values and culture does not bleed!

Time to Draw the Line

There are some moments in our life when we feel compelled to ultimately draw the line
Our emotions gets charged up and even a passing observer can sense that things are not fine
It is not reflective of an impulsive change of mood that one gets over after a one time whine
It is suggestive of some symptoms that have been conveniently ignored over a period of time

It can occur in one’s professional relationships where people dissect each other thread bare
It can occur in one’s personal relationships that one is deeply attached and tends with care
It can even occur in a social setting when you find one intentionally intruding into your lair
It does not differentiate across barriers of age, race, gender or religion daring you to care

One may think that one has an appropriate working relationship with colleagues and boss
One may not realize that unconsciously you have been doing work that has gathered moss
One may realize that you have been taken for granted and you begin to desire to cut your loss
One may get disengaged with one’s work without even evaluating the effects of the root cause

One may feel that one is spending time with family be it children, parents, siblings or relative
One may consciously make time to attend all functions just to please and be socially active
One may stretch and do all that is required for one’s near ones beyond one’s comfort zone
One may get the true measure of man when in times of need you discover hearts of stone

One’s experiences may urge one to strongly spend time with children to develop a bond
One may realize that many a time it is a one-sided relationship that meets its end in the pond
One’s observations may urge one to spend time with elders to help revive their memory
One may realize that many a time they prefer to avoid changes and prefer life without hurry

One needs to truly identify your own motives when you aim to do something for others
One needs to be honest with self whether one is satisfying one’s desire and calling it a bother
One needs to be candid whether you lack the courage to walk away from the relationship
One needs to prioritize one’s daily life and avoid constantly moaning about the sinking ship

There are times in life when one needs to be decisive in taking action to further your cause
There are times in life when one needs to bear the brunt of going against societal norms
There are times in life when one needs to fight one’s own battles when no one seems to care
There are times in life when one needs to learn to be smart and fight back for your survival

It does not mean that being assertive in handling situations demonstrates your intolerance
It does not mean that consciously satisfying your needs demonstrates other’s irrelevance
It does not mean that when your choices are different you need to crave for acceptance
It only means that you need to communicate your true identity without fearing the consequence!

Does Our Existence Matter

I constantly wonder like so many before me does our existence really matter
How many of us remember those before us or even amidst us in our daily chatter
Some of us may argue about the lasting contributions of leaders impacting future generation
Others may argue about the acts being a thing of the past and people now lacking innovation

The larger question still remains unanswered about out contribution to this planet
As we live out our lives all of us eventually know that at some time our sun will set
Many a time we demonstrate a larger than life reality that stinks of self importance
In the larger scheme of Universal valuation is our contribution worth a couple of cents

We have come alone and eventually one day will also have to depart all alone
As we live out this journey we spend our time indulging in acts not cast in stone
There are times we commit deeds for which we then decide to consciously atone
It is a known fact that all the money in the world can never replace a soul that has flown

As we live our life we undergo various stages of transition from a child to an elderly man
We face and react to multiple demands made on us as we live out our pre-decided life span
We indulge in the rat race and compete for attention that appears insipid on hind sight
We lack the maturity to avoid meaningless interests rather than focus on the wisdom light

Would accumulating wealth demonstrate the ultimate power of man in this material world?
Would wielding power demonstrate the ultimate influence of man amongst his known herd?
Would possessing more knowledge signal a competitive advantage to allow self to be heard?
Would indulging in acts that please the majority signal your arrival in a newly wired world?

During this limited life span we live a life-style that proudly proclaims our various tastes
We spend time multi-tasking on various fronts jumping from one task to the other in haste
We indulge in buying possessions that we use and throw that eventually turn out to be waste
We spend time building networks and relationships that may eventually meet a sorry fate

What is the true measure of a man who walks this planet in the midst of a couple of billions?
What is the true measure of a contribution of man who is born in poverty or son of a scion?
What is the true impact that man has on this world in the context of the land he inhabits?
What is the true value addition that man leaves behind as he departs on his final flight?

When one truly reflects on one’s existence in terms of the larger universal landscape
One may be better able to let go of one’s developed ego that engulfs him in an illusory drape
One can better grasp the worldly realities and accept and respect all humans across races
One can live a more virtuous and enriching life truly filled with blessings and grace!

Thought to Action

If only we had a ready formula to provide the connect between thought and action
One may not have to actively indulge in random acts of unfocused live experimentation
One may argue that it helps one avoid monotony and contributes to healthy interaction
The ones at the receiving end are the only ones who can truly judge the impact of stagnation

One may use logic and have an action plan to prepare a project plan for implementation
One may indulge in scenario planning and demonstrate competence in future orientation
One may use various assessment tools in one’s desire to ensure the right people selection
One may work on perceived gaps in behaviour and ensure the right levels of motivation

Then why does it happen that many a time there is a variance between result and expectation
Then why does it happen that many a time failure to achieve results ends up in desperation
Then why does it happen that various personalities get targeted for variety of fault fixation
Then why does it happen that people expose a reality that reflects a different self realization

One’s inner resilience gets tested in trying times when you initiate changes in your world
One’s patience gets tested when you fluctuate between joy and desperation within your herd
One’s decisions gets evaluated in light of new people dynamics who continue to play hard
One’s conscience gets tested in context of remaining consistent despite change of old guard

Many a time it may help if one is focused on the final outcome in light of change in direction
Many a time it may help if one remains calm and composed despite high levels of frustration
Many at time it may help if one retains sanity despite facing varied environment pollution
Many a time it just requires you to practise silence and consciously avoid any form of self expression!

Be Your Own Coach

There are many experiences that one goes through as one evolves
There are some challenges that you seek external support to solve
There are many issues that take less time for you to find a solution
There are also times in life when you crave for external validation

Many a time your opinion may be that grass is always greener on the other side
Many a time you play down your strengths and that further contributes to your slide
Many a time you fail to accurately assess people that makes you have a bumpy ride
Many a time the desire to please makes you uncomfortable with those who have a thick hide

Many a time you feel a strong need for an external support system to help your cause
Many a time you desire the magic pill to emerge and help eliminate your accumulated moss
Many a time you go through difficult moments and self criticise while evaluating your loss
Many a time you cut off from the external world and your life seems to have come to a pause

Many a time you read books to discover the magical process to bring about a transformation
Many a time you watch inspirational videos that capture the lives of people in their evolution
Many a time you attend seminars that have speakers who talk about their lives of transition
Many a time you are on the look-out for that external mentor to give you the magic potion

You may never have all the answers to all the problems that seems to present a challenge
You may like to seek inputs from those who seem to have experiences of a wider range
You need to realize that you are the only one who has complete awareness of your self
You need to accept that there are no customized solutions that can be brought off the shelf

You need to live a life with complete awareness and be conscious about your own motives
You need to understand that making mistakes need not constrain your life to be submissive
You have learning experiences and there will always be people who may be less receptive
You need not lead an inert and less productive life listening to those who have been reactive

You need to trust your judgement about people and outcomes that emerge of situations
You will refine your skills over a period of time and learn to overcome your persecution
You may face periods of uncertainty when you may not possess necessary information
You may be less satisfied but it may lay the foundation to believe in powers of intuition

You have all the answers to all the concerns that seems to have you in its vice like grip
You need to strongly believe that the current moments are nothing but a passing blip
You may consider the views of others but you are the final decision maker on this trip
You need to have self confidence in your own abilities to erroneously avoid making a slip!

Life Is What You Make Of It

There are so many thoughts and ideas that occurs when one indulges in self reflection
There are varied emotions one exhibits that range from sadness to complete elation
There are varied desires that one aspires for that reflects your daily beads of perspiration
There are countless memories of the past that one clings onto that leads onto depression

People and situations change over time and one can ill afford to have any set expectation
Each one has unique experiences that may compel them to avoid any societal connection
Many such moments spent in isolation only leads to self created cycles of ongoing frustration
The conscious avoidance of social engagement further reduces one’s levels of motivation

As the wise men have advised the past is buried history and the future is concealed mystery
One needs to literally forget the past and if required cut off relations that enhance your worry
One needs to recognize that one may forget past achievements and only remember failures
One needs to appreciate that good deeds get forgotten but bad memories fail to find a cure

Many a moment one loses self control when one continues to dwell on negative experiences
Many a moment where one could achieve success gets lost due to guilt and self repentance
Many a moment when one could focus on self-mastery gets lost due to remorse and shame
Many a moment persists when one continues to complain about someone to pin down blame

One needs to look at the wonders of the world and the blessings that you are endowed with
One needs to consciously capture the positive emotion that ensures you do not fall in the pit
One needs to demonstrate that the saying what you resist continues to persist is not a myth
One needs to understand that life is not only about perfection where you compete forever to highlight your wit

One can aim for excellence while maintaining your integrity and be clear about your values
One needs to demonstrate the courage to change and stop leading a life without any clue
One needs to have the valour to accept the challenge of being the change that one aspires for
One will eventually discover that life is what you make of it and you are your own saviour

One does not need to wait for the right moment to start planning to lead a life of jubilation
One needs to be aware of whether your daily activities are aligned to your sense of direction
One can surely differentiate moments that fill you with anxiety and ensures your relaxation
One just needs to commit to live a fulfilling life rather than constantly seek external validation

One just needs to focus on continuing to spend time doing activities that give you satisfaction
One’s internal alignment will reflect in your attitude that you demonstrate in self expression
One’s confidence will reflect in your conversations and how you handle social interactions
One may like to consider taking small steps and start with small doses of positive affirmation!

Link Between Generations

Many a time we get so worked up by the daily demands of family, friends and colleagues
Many a time we question our existence and seek answers to lead life in this contrarian league
Many a time we fail to realize that we have inherited a legacy that was sustained in the past
Many a time we fail to acknowledge that lack of ownership will ensure its disappearance fast

Many a time we focus our energies on earning money to help sustain our choice of lifestyle
Many a time we only realize the value of time when we reflect and open up our memories file
Many a time we claim to understand the essence of life when we have outlived one’s prime
Many a time we live out a short-term outlook life and continue to practise our daily mime

How many of us view our life as the joining link between the past and future generations?
How many of us view our role at ensuring the continuity of inherited culture preservation?
How many of us consciously make time beyond our daily lives filled with desperation?
How many of us acknowledge that we are primarily responsible for our own frustration?

If only we look at the environment around us that seem to beckon us from every direction
It is not the privileged role of the few practitioners of religion to carry forward our tradition
It is not just the duty of the few environmentalists who fight for the cause of preservation
It is not just the responsibility of the passionate musicians who practise their art with dedication

It is not just the accountability of the teachers who demonstrate sincerity in education
It is not just the reliability demonstrated by writers and poets to record factual observation
It is not just the conscientiousness reflected by scientists as they actively seek progression
It is not just the trust that one has on medical practitioners focused on life preservation

It is not just the dependability that the builders demonstrate while developing infrastructure
It is not just playing around with people’s aspirations when politicians promise better governance structure
It is not just targeting profitability when media advocates transparency while exposing hungry vultures
It is not just superficial sensitivity when business contributes to sustainable social ventures

Each of our action that we undertake today is a link between the past, present and the future
Each thought that guides our actions today will have far-reaching consequences tomorrow
Each of our actions that we advocate today may take a lot of time to undo if the need arises
Each generation inherits the right to either bless or blame the preceding one for their crisis

Is it not important that we step back and reflect for a moment before we commit to a plan of action?
Is it not important that we view our lives as not one led in isolation but a part of Universal Population?
Is it not important that we contribute together to alleviate this world of suffering and starvation?
Is it not possible that we all unite as one family while being the torch-bearers of our generation?

Parent and Child

There have been moments in the historical past when the societal norm was child marriage
The same in the present raises a furore and people in society consciously let loose their rage
The parent’s early age at the time of marriage and conception of child led to lower age gap
The progress in medical science brings to light a trend of wide disparity and resultant trap

There have been moments in history when parents gave birth to avoid ridicule in society
The current lifestyle trend also admire parents who avoid child birth not lacking empathy
There have been moments in history when parents showed desperation for the male gender
The current trend applauds parents who willingly go in for adoption for the female gender

The lower age gap between parent and child had its share of advantages and concern
The younger parents were more energetic as they learnt the art of parenting on the run
The younger parents were relatively ignorant and may have lacked maturity in taking care
The younger parents while earning their livelihood may have spent less time with their heir

The older parents may have more worldly wisdom that they could share with their child
The older parents may have adequate time and in their concern cast an over-protective shield
The challenges of earning one’s livelihood may be a story that has finally outlived its past
The older parents may be faced with health challenges that may haunt and come to last

The younger parents may be more in tune with current changes that may impact their ward
The older parents may not be abreast of latest updates and find it tricky to decipher the cards
The younger parents in their desire to fulfil unrealistic expectations may even create a divide
The older parents having tasted the true essence of life generally provide a comfortable ride

The children of younger parents may be able to better relate their experiences of joy and glee
The children of older parents may face communication gaps even necessitating fervent pleas
The children of younger parents may better understand their parents present in a majority
The children of older parents may at times feel lost and trapped being present in a minority

The children of younger parents may have pleasant memories of parents playing with them in their childhood
The children of older parents may develop memories of parents recounting their childhood
The children of younger parents may get more exposed to latest trends prevalent in the world
The children of older parents may at times remain ignorant due to low interest in their herd

The children of younger parents may not have had to face constraints on the financial front
The children of older parents may have learnt to be thrifty having possibly faced the brunt
The children of younger parents may not have been much exposed to sickness and ill-health
The children of older parents may have had to take responsibility for their parent’s ill-health

The children of younger parents may have been empowered with higher levels of freedom
The children of older parents may have to take charge that impacted their dreams of stardom
The children of younger parents may have had the time to experiment and live a care-free life
The children of older parents many a times have to daily face a reality that resembles strife

The children of younger parents may have memories of their parents turning grand-parent
The children of older parents may even have no memories of seeing their own grand-parent
The children of younger parents may have their parents who may care for their children
The children of older parents may necessarily have to locate a day-care facility to be on the run

Each man’s experience as a parent or a child is as varied as sugar, spice and salt
There is nothing to say that there is an ideal world where one will never face any jolt
Each man has to determine his needs and aspiration and anticipate all possible complications
As he lives his life he needs to be sensitive yet proactively adapt to avoid being caught in tricky situations!

Education

There seems to be a kind of revolution where everyone wants to revamp the learning system
Those who have been a part of the process recommend ways to improve to those at the helm
Those who have been exposed to multiple cultures have their diverse opinions on education
The conservatives and loyalists to local causes have their own view on medium of instruction

Is education a process where individuals get exposed to the universe that they live in?
Is education a means to develop knowledge and skills to earn a source of livelihood?
Is education an opportunity to learn linguistic skills to help interact across culture?
Is education an end in itself where theory and practice fails to converge in daily lives?

Is education aimed at facilitating individuals to reflect on their true purpose in life?
Is education helpful in assisting individuals to develop their talent as they live through life?
Is education helpful in assisting individuals to consciously lead mindful and fulfilling lives?
Is education inculcating in individuals the power of collaboration rather than unhealthy competition?

Is education an activity that gets restricted or highlighted for individuals at a certain age?
Is education a one-time learning where the expertise gets measured by the qualification?
Is education a product where the quality of tutoring has a direct correlation with affordability?
Is education an act that further creates discrimination and contributes to social divide?

Is education a process where securing maximum marks is the only measure of credibility?
Is education a process where one needs to compromise on interest to gain social acceptance?
Is education a process where one picks up vocation that seem to command respect in society
Is education a contributing evil where an individual never ever discovers his true latent self?

Does education empower individuals with insights to face various stages of life transition?
Does education empower individuals with ability to rightly judge the character of other fellow beings?
Does education enlighten individuals to live a life of right conduct and appropriate behaviour?
Does education encourage individuals to fight for justice and stand up to wilful exploitation?

Does education guide individuals to live a life of co-operation and look beyond self-interest?
Does education ever highlight the ultimate truth about the ultimate mortality of all beings?
Does education influence an individual to consider the bigger picture when taking decisions?
Does education influence an individual to consider long-term consequences of his actions?

Does education inculcate in individuals the right value system and importance of ethics?
Does education encourage individuals to practise right conduct and live a life of integrity?
Does education encourage individuals to expand their mind by testing their curiosity?
Does education encourage individuals to leave behind legacy beyond their own inheritance?

Does education encourage an individual to let go the untested, old limited beliefs of the past?
Does education encourage an individual to confront possible misguided views of the present?
Does education encourage an individual to aspire to create a future not currently envisaged?
Does education provide freedom and space to individuals to express themselves to the world?

Each one may have our view point and our lives may be living examples of what we stand for
Each one of us need not wait for others to take the first step and can be the catalyst of change
Each one of us need not continue to complain about forces beyond our span of control
Each one of us can take the first step and may be surprised with the result the world extols!

A Ray of Hope

There are moments when we are on the look-out for the sparkling ray of hope
When we encounter circumstances that stretch us beyond our normal scope
We get so used to living a life of routine that wraps us in illusions of stability
When life throws up unforeseen challenges many fail to demonstrate adaptability

There are moments when loved ones face challenges on their health front
When we need to summon our internal strength and courage to face the brunt
There are times when we get into pointless arguments and relationships develops crack
When we could muster self-control, manage our emotions and avoid facing any flak

There are moments when at work we aspire to succeed and leave behind our mark
When the negative comments and attitude of colleagues makes us view the future dark
There are moments when we aspire to contribute to society development and elevation
When animosity and careless behaviour of a minority may actually lead to frustration

There are moments when we aim to help our near and dear ones who we feel are close
When a sudden change of life situation may even result in coming to near fatal blows
There are moments when we aspire for a brighter future and carefully chalk a detailed plan
When one event demonstrates the potential to upset the status quo testing the mettle of man

As they say after the dark night out comes the bright and shining sun with its rays of hope
As they say the cycles of the moon is sufficient testimony to demonstrate its ability to cope
As when the sun-light fails to lighten up the horizon the moon and the stars begin their vigil
When situation goes out of hand the Universe always renders a helping hand and lets you stay still!

Appreciate What You Have

Many of us exhibit a mindset to take what we have for granted
It is almost like what we have so far achieved is no more wanted
What we have in hand today also required us in the past to invest effort and time
Then why does it happen that remaining satisfied gets perceived as a crime

Many of us aspire for new possessions that we see others are endowed with
Many of us aspire for good health being aware that sickness tests one’s grit
Many of us aspire for personal and professional growth to move beyond monotony
Many of us aspire for peace of mind to live one’s life in complete harmony

Many a time we lack sensitivity in the craze to fulfil our never ending wants
Many a time we lose our temper contributing to lasting memories that comes to haunt
Many a time we exhibit a nagging behaviour that we believe contributes to other’s need
Many a time we continue to operate from bleeding memories of the past that is just worth a weed

Many a time we fail to focus on the good qualities of people preferring to focus on imperfection
Many a time we forget the good memories preferring to only remember moments of frustration
Many a time we lose track of relationships but are ready to offer condolences in times of hardship
Why do we fail to appreciate what we already have that actually contributes to one’s loss of grip?