At times, life becomes very difficult to bear. No matter how content we might be with our respective life; the tragic incidents that have become everyday occurrences engulf us so deeply that one needs to strive hard to hold on to some semblance of optimism. Political unrest, terrorist attacks, earthquake, plane crash, road accidents, murders, scams ...how much can one take and still act as if nothing affects us really? At times, it is difficult to love life when we see so much pain and suffering around.
Since last few days, I was making a conscious effort to avoid watching news on television, reading newspapers or magazine or allow any negative news to affect me. Perhaps, I had reached a threshold point but God seemed to have realized it, as he keeps sending me signals that would help me revive my faith in goodness and appreciate all the blessings life has so generously bestowed upon me.
Day before yesterday, I was driving on my usual route and at the traffic signal, a tiny toddler gifted me bunch of roses! " Didi, ye aapke liye" (for you, sister) he said, with a smile that could melt any soul and before I could even thank him, he sprinted back to his sister. Driving that day, was much pleasant experience thanks to the lovely fragrance of roses and the warmth attached to it that lingered on my mind and heart. Those kids could have easily sold those roses and earned some money for which they struggle so hard! The divinity of joy in their smiles; when they waved at me from across the road, their innocence and purity of their soul made me feel as if I met God!
When I returned home that day, my inbox had a pleasant surprise! A dear friend had sent me a beautiful mail saying how much our friendship was valued. We always know that we are liked, respected and loved but sometimes it feels great to hear those words too!
Since my mother passed away, I don't like to visit hospitals as they remind me of some saddest memories of my life. But when I went to the hospital yesterday, it was for a different reason. I met a dedicated doctor and his team working hard for creating awareness and treat patients of Spina Bifida. It feels so good to meet people who go out of their way to contribute and create some change.
Such incidental encounters are constant reminders, what a privileged energy life is. Sometimes, life will play different tunes. At times, it will make us cry or even will silence us with tragic events and make us realize sheer absurdity that is much beyond our control. It depends on us whether we transform that silence into a magical melody that is infinitely precious and sing our songs or choose to be overpowered by it. Pain and happiness are the two sides of the same coin. We must learn to accept both realities in our stride and keep nurturing energies that hold potential of transformation.
Life is the most precious gift. Accepting its various facets and keeping our focus on our blessings and living each day well, is the most sacred way of worshiping God. I think, we should never miss out on smelling roses!
Day before yesterday, I was driving on my usual route and at the traffic signal, a tiny toddler gifted me bunch of roses! " Didi, ye aapke liye" (for you, sister) he said, with a smile that could melt any soul and before I could even thank him, he sprinted back to his sister. Driving that day, was much pleasant experience thanks to the lovely fragrance of roses and the warmth attached to it that lingered on my mind and heart. Those kids could have easily sold those roses and earned some money for which they struggle so hard! The divinity of joy in their smiles; when they waved at me from across the road, their innocence and purity of their soul made me feel as if I met God!
When I returned home that day, my inbox had a pleasant surprise! A dear friend had sent me a beautiful mail saying how much our friendship was valued. We always know that we are liked, respected and loved but sometimes it feels great to hear those words too!
Since my mother passed away, I don't like to visit hospitals as they remind me of some saddest memories of my life. But when I went to the hospital yesterday, it was for a different reason. I met a dedicated doctor and his team working hard for creating awareness and treat patients of Spina Bifida. It feels so good to meet people who go out of their way to contribute and create some change.
Such incidental encounters are constant reminders, what a privileged energy life is. Sometimes, life will play different tunes. At times, it will make us cry or even will silence us with tragic events and make us realize sheer absurdity that is much beyond our control. It depends on us whether we transform that silence into a magical melody that is infinitely precious and sing our songs or choose to be overpowered by it. Pain and happiness are the two sides of the same coin. We must learn to accept both realities in our stride and keep nurturing energies that hold potential of transformation.
Life is the most precious gift. Accepting its various facets and keeping our focus on our blessings and living each day well, is the most sacred way of worshiping God. I think, we should never miss out on smelling roses!
