Lesser known facts about Prime Minister Narendra Modi

A very few political leaders across the world demand the all-consuming support and devotion of their followers. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is one of them. From a tea vendor to becoming the Prime Minister of the largest democracy in the world, Narendra Modi has without a doubt scripted a success story that can motivate and encourage each one of us. From his 'chaiwala' days to being the 16th Prime Minister of India, his voyage has been marked with many fascinating events and experiences - and knowing them makes one understand that Modi is more awe-inspiring than previously thought. An important trait of Narendra Modi is the courage and conviction to chart out a positive outcome for him, turning negative into a positive and making sure that all victories count, big or small.

Let's have a look at some of the little known facts relating to Narendra Modi who is himself on the 'hot seat' in India...

The world knew Modi as a ‘bachelor' till he stated himself as married in his election affidavit. Till that time it was the biggest mystery of Narendra Modi's life. A magazine, in 2009 ran a story that claimed Jashodaben to be Modi's wife. She is said to got married with Modi when she was just 18. She had studied up to class VIII only and that is supposed to have spoiled their relationship. She is aware of Modi's high position and does not want to create any mortification to Modi, though she is hopeful that sooner or later Modi will come to her and publicly acknowledge her as his wife

Narendra Modi is a nationalist since his childhood days. Modi, then a 15 years boy during the Indo-Pak war of 1965, volunteered to serve the soldiers in transit at the railway stations. Also in 1967, when he was at an age of 17 years, he served the flood affected population of Gujarat.

Modi was born in a family of grocers in Vadnagar of Gujarat wanted to become a sanyasi when he was a child. He was always spellbound with Sadhus, different forms of worship and meditation. On completion of this schooling, Modi ran away from home and visited many places including Ramkrishna Ashram of Belur in West Bengal. Also he wandered aimlessly and stayed with unknown but yogic Sadhus for months in the Himalayas. All of a sudden after 2 years of wandering, he suddenly decided to give up ‘Sanyas' life and returned home.

Post his return from Himalayas, Modi helped ran a tea stall at the State Transport Office in Ahmedabad with his brother. It was during that time Modi learnt what hardship really is supposed to be. It made him more certain and determined on his approach towards life.

Narendra Modi is very meticulous about his look and appearance in public. He prefers trimmed beard. As for his clothes, his favourite cloth store is Jade Blue of Ahmedabad. In spite of now being in Delhi, all his clothes come from the same store. Modi always makes sure that he looks well-dressed and elegant whenever he moves out.

Narendra Modi adores his mother and never forgets to take her blessings whenever he undertakes a new initiative. In reality, she is his only closest family member. Post a swapping victory, when it became clear that Modi is going to be the next Prime Minister, he went to meet his mother. He doesn't drink, doesn't smoke. He is a complete vegetarian. He is a teetotaller and is miles away from even minor vices.

In his home state, he is seen as a sex symbol among women. Women from all age brackets adore Modi. A close look at any of his public meetings makes it abundantly lucid that women outnumber men among attendees. This might be mainly because of his king like image exuding unconditional power and authority he holds.

Modi is a creative writer and poet. He writes in Gujarati language and his favourite topics consist of life and teachings of Hindutva icons. Narendra Modi is a big time fan of Swami Vivekananda. 

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Reasons why we will miss Shilpa on Bhabi Ji Ghar Par Hai

On the Indian television Scene, there are a very few actress who are able to tickle the funny bone of the audience. One of them is Shilpa Shinde, famous for playing the character of Angoori Bhabhi.

Her fans across India are heartbroken by her decision to leave the show. We wish, the issues between her and the producers get sorted out soon, but it seems that both are poles apart. The way both have out blasted in public, there is a remote possibility for a solution.

With all the controversy going on, both the parties are losing out on some or the other. Shilpa would be losing an absolutely comical show and the the show losing its star attraction, Angoori Bhabi, a character with a dedicated viewership.

But the biggest losers are the audience.

How?

Let me explain...

• Firstly, nobody can say, 'Sahi Pakde hain' the way Angoori Bhabi does. 
• No one can possibly mispronounce English words and get show that there is nothing wrong in it. Even the funniest mispronunciations sound appealing and charming when Angoori Bhabi says it.
• No one can mispronounce Vibhutiji as 'bharbhutiji' and still give it a loving hint.
• The chemistry between Angoori Bhabi and Vibhutiji is something no other actors can duplicate.
• Whether she is happy or possessed, the way Angoori Bhabi dances around can get anyone laughing out loud.
• With seamless and effortless acting, the character of Angoori Bhabhi rather becomes lovable in every aspect rather than becoming a misrepresentation.

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Movie Review - Air Force One

Subsequent to an emotional speech in which the President takes a hard stand against terrorism, President James Marshall (Ford), jointly with his wife and their 12-year-old daughter, boards his jet to return to the States from Moscow. Midflight, but, the plane is taken hostage by a terrorist group, led by bad guy called Kurshonov (Oldman). The group's demands are just clear cut and cruel. The release of their leader General Radek (Jurgen Prochnow) who is behind the bars or they will kill a passenger every half-an-hour. The secret service agents on the plane sacrifice themselves to get the President into the escape pod of the plane, leaving the President's security  advisors, as well as his wife and daughter, at the mercy of the bad guys...

Vice President n-charge Kathryn Bennett (Glenn Close) instantly tries to bargain with the terrorists to get the hostages off the plane alive while the military follows to the president's escape pod.

President Marshall taken to be out of the plane actually never leaves the plane and he is resolute to make the terrorists pay for their deeds. But, the terrorists promptly become aware of that their numbers are diminishing and take for granted that there is a secret service agent on the plane. The terrorist begins to kill hostages and with the increase in numbers of hostages being murdered, President Marshall is nothing left but is forced to negotiate with the terrorists and arrang for the release of General Radek. But that no way mean that he has fallen as he uses every trick learnt as a solider to get the terrorists off his plane... 

Air Force One is one of a great movie from Hollywood. It is a fast paced, full of action and the audience instantly relates with the characters, particularly to Harrison Ford, as he have played the character of the president so many times that it is instantaneously believable. Many of the scenes in the movie are just fantasy. For example, the escape pod. To the best of my knowledge, Air Force One in reality has no escape pod. The easy way in which the group of terrorists boarded the plane. Also, it’s amazing to see in spite of constant firing from the guns, nothing is punctured. As a matter of fact all these are not at all thought during the movie and only comes to mind after the movie ends. The only reason for it may be the fantastic direction and the way the entire cast have carried their character. This certainly is a blockbuster action adventure film at its very best!

A movie not to be missed...

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Save the Sparrow

The familiar house sparrow is one of the most omnipresent birds around us. It is certainly one of the more common feathered companions of human beings. It has, over a period of time, evolved with us. However off late this wonderful bird has been on the downfall because of the decline of its habitat. Habit demolition and unavailability of food are considered to be the main reasons for numbers going down day by day.  This decline is a pointer of the continual degradation of the environment.

March 20 celebrated as World Sparrow Day, is now an internationally acknowledged day, observed in almost 50 nations across the globe, and involves top ornithology establishments and bird organisations. Unfortunately, in spite of all the pains taken, there is not much awareness in the general public about the threatened status of the bird which is disappearing from most localities.

Why the Sparrows are being killed?
Scarcity of nesting sites.
Shortage of trees to perch upon.
Lack of food, especially for the young ones.
Planting of exotic species of grass and trees.
Competition for food and shelter.
Excessive use of Pesticides.
Electromagnetic waves from cell phone towers.

Measures to Save Sparrows
Arrangement for the availability of food and water for sparrows.
Try to curtail pollution as much as possible.
Prudent use insecticides and pesticides.
Installation of bird boxes/sparrow houses outside house or in gardens.
Putting up bird-bath to help birds re-hydrate.

Let's all Help and Support Nature to Retain its Biodiversity.

What I didn’t learn at Business School

Long time ago, I studied for my MBA. It must be more than 10 years ago. With the spirit of businessmanship coming to to me from my father, i decided to learn all the bits of business.  My father was not a complete businessman, but used to do some business in his free time which was available in plenty after his central government job. I decided to learn business the classroom way. Also my love for marketing made me study MBA. And in the process of my MBA I was certain that i really loved marketing and that is what i wanted to do.

Also marketing I loved was because Operational Management, Finance, HR and all the other bits of business most definitely weren't my thing. It took a hell lot of time and also a lot expensive. It took 3 years for me to find out Marketing was my thing, and I was born for it. But also i came to know which are the areas in the business which are complete NO for me.

I learned a lot of theories and case studies of big business. If someone today asks me, i can certainly write out a balance sheet and cashflow forecast. But, there were things which i didn’t learn. I didn’t learn the actual practical business, that business owners do while managing their businesses. Many of us today are doing the same.

Let me put down what i didn’t learn the classroom way...

Ideas matter, execution matters even more.
The idea which you have with you and you think that it’s a Eureka moment for you. The guy next door might also have the same idea. It’s the execution which matters.

Every employee has to do Sales.
MBA teaches to be a perfect manager. It teaches to entrust, analyse and co-ordinate. What a MBA don’t teach is that in any organization, at some point or the other, everyone has to sell.

Work Life balance is crucial.
Taking a break from work has often helps to get back to with being much stronger. Organisation behaviour teaches about optimising processes and ensuring a high-quality work space to see that the employees can give their maximum on the job. Taking breaks helps.

There’s no such thing as a perfect business model.
Case studies are always fascinating. Case studies about successful businesses are more than fascinating. Strategy, leadership and the product plays a very important role in a successful company. But also luck is absolutely necessary with all of these.

Business Can Be a Lot More Fun, Inspiring and Powerful.
the classroom always teaches you to be analytical and conservative. It’s taught that business is done wearing suits. Business is all about taking smart decisions, creating new products that surprise and delight people. This all can be done in a very novel and innovative way. A simple idea which was born on a kitchen platform can be an attention grabber.

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Saluting the spirit of Women hood - International Women's Day

Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, an Indian spiritualist and yogi from the 19th-century was known to worship his wife. From Sita to Kittur Chennamma, from Rani Jhansi to Savitribai Phule, all are not only notable women but also their contribution to social transformation and awareness had been gigantic.

Gandhiji always said – Intellectually, mentally, and spiritually, woman is equivalent to a male and she can participate in every activity.

India always has been the acceptor of the concept of the Mother Goddess. Women in India have always been honoured and respected. Only in India a Woman is worshipped as Shakti, Saraswati and Lakshmi. No other country in the world worships women hood in the way it has been always done in India. In the Hindu Mythology, women are given absolutely 50% of Mental, Spiritual and physical space in the life of a male.

India always has had been fortunate to produce many great women - Auvaiyar, Annie Besent, Vijayalakshmi Pandit, Mother Teresa, Sarojini Naidu to Indira Gandhi,  P.T.Usha, Kalpana Chawla, Indra Nooyi, Chhavi Rajawat to Pratibha Patil and many more in the Indian Corporate quarter who have proved to be more than a match to their counterparts. Their contribution to Indians and the society in whole and to Indian Women in Particular is invaluable and priceless.

In the Modern Indian society women play a significant and impressive role, even challenging the males. The most important role they play is in building a family and keeping it together. Also they play a major role in the upbringing of the society. Indian woman today is emerging out of her conventional role, sticking only to the kitchen and are realizing their infinite talent and potential and have begun to take major responsibilities in all the walks of life.

Recently, at a function, Bollywood Actor Sonam Kapoor Said - I feel that women today, here and in India’s smaller cities, rural areas and everywhere, are our everyday heroes. They are bold, brave, standing out and empowering themselves. They are compassionate, giving and sensitive to the needs of others around.

An Indian woman is gorgeous, tender, caring, loving yet powerful. Indian society today looks up to their women and expects them to take a lead, which is gradually happening.

When India becomes a superpower, definitely there will be more significant contribution from great women.

Let’s all, across India salutes the spirit of their women hood, their achievements and their unlimited sacrifices too, not only today, but everyday and that would be the true way to celebrate International Women's Day.

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A new politician is born

Kanhaiya Kumar ,  28-year-old is a Leftie student leader, also is the president of Jawaharlal Nehru University Students’ Union.  Kanhaiya  also is a member of All India Students Federation (AISF), which is the students wing of the Communist Party of India (CPI), India’s second-largest Left party.

Kanhaiya come from a poor farmer family from the state of Bihar. His family had been traditionally been CPI supporters. During his school days, Kumar took part in several plays and activities by a left-leaning cultural group. After initial schooling, he joined college in Patna, where he was introduced to student’s politics. . After his post graduation, Kumar moved to Delhi and joined JNU where he is currently studying for a PhD in African studies at the School of International Studies. Last September, Kumar became the first AISF member to become president of the JNU students’ union.

 Kanhaiyya is a very social person. He has a natural ability to connect with people. A heartwarming person is also very kind and caring towards his friends. With a strong mindset he is certainly not to break down, and will come out stronger than before.

With his post release speech, Kanhaiyya has established himself in the national league as an exceptional orator. General Secretary Sitaram Yechury of CPI (Marxist) today announced that Kanhaiya Kumar, will be a lead campaigner for the Left in next month's assembly elections to be held in n Kerala, West Bengal and three other states. This will be a launching pad for him in the national politics from students' politics.

The CPI can hope some Magic with Kanhaiya doing the damage control. Mamata Banerjee & her Trinamool Congress in West Bengal has nearly vanished in thin air. In Kerela, the left hopes to move away from the congress led government that is knee length in corruption charges.

Lets all hope that this new found Poster Boy for the Left Politics in India runs his magic on the national level as he is doing in JNU.

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We and Social Networking

Can you imagine your daily life without social media services like Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn?

Social networking was introduced as a tool for the people, by people all around the world. The sole intention was to encourage and aid communication. However, this technology may be doing more damage than good. It is not only altering how we communicate, but how we interact with each other in daily life.

Just recollect when was the last time you were in a hotel on a dining table for a meal and you or someone at the table responded to a WhatsApp. When we go out for shopping, how many people we see doing the scroll and completely ignore people around them.

Over the last ten years, technological progress has taken a huge jump. Social media has impacted our lives profoundly. Today, social media tools have a deep effect on the way we interact with and socialize online.

But one thing is certainly sure, the more we use social media, the more it creeps into our consciousness and without knowledge impacts the decisions we put together.

Before social media came in, the only way to get connected with our loved ones was through phone calls, by word of mouth from known people or friends, or even notices in the broadsheets.

Personal interaction with other people has lessened because of these social networking sites. Nowadays most probably we send a text to someone instead of picking up the phone to talk to them? 

While the electrifying and thrilling world of social media can offer us many benefits, we must be aware of the negative impacts it creates on our well being if we use it greatly. We need to empower ourselves to take care of our  welfare, safety and health and control our social media use by setting strong borders around it, and focusing on being present in ourselves.

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Struggle

Take a look into your past and think of anything that you have got after only and only hard struggle. I’m just presuming that you must have struggled for something at least once in your life. Maybe for your first job, your first vehicle. How was the feeling at that time? Tell me which achievement gave you more satisfaction – the one with struggle or without it?

Struggle is a natural part of life survival. The overall idea of struggle is viewed as a negative topic by many people. However, I personally feel it is because of our struggles that we are we you are today, and we should be thankful to the struggle which made us.

I personally know no human who has not see struggle. No one can escape it. But that’s fine! Struggle always is a good thing; it makes us understand ourselves and the world more comprehensively. We all want to be just like someone who has lived through the struggle. We all want to return through our struggles with great tales and show the power of our will to our fellowmen.

So push on. Keep moving ahead. I have complete confidence and assurance that you can and will succeed, and that you will discover much more on the way.

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Steady Paycheck

Abandoning the steady paycheck is what keeps most people from really delving into entrepreneurship full time. In reality no one wants to be broke and struggling to get by when they see others around them pulling in a steady paycheck that affords them some sustainability.

Entrepreneurship is something that requires a lot of risk so if you do not condition yourself to be able to handle these many risk, you will find entrepreneurship hard to endure.

The Solitary Reaper...

This is one of my favorite poem...
Thanks to my English Teacher who made me understand the soul of the poem.
The poem is like a saddest song which tell us a sweetest thoughts.
The words in this poem can make to reader see the scene while closing their eyes.

Behold her, single in the field,
Yon solitary Highland Lass!
Reaping and singing by herself;
Stop here, or gently pass!
Alone she cuts and binds the grain,
And sings a melancholy strain;
O listen! for the Vale profound
Is overflowing with the sound.

No Nightingale did ever chaunt
More welcome notes to weary bands
Of travellers in some shady haunt,
Among Arabian sands:
A voice so thrilling ne'er was heard
In spring-time from the Cuckoo-bird,
Breaking the silence of the seas
Among the farthest Hebrides.

Will no one tell me what she sings?--
Perhaps the plaintive numbers flow
For old, unhappy, far-off things,
And battles long ago:
Or is it some more humble lay,
Familiar matter of to-day?
Some natural sorrow, loss, or pain,
That has been, and may be again?

Whate'er the theme, the Maiden sang
As if her song could have no ending;
I saw her singing at her work,
And o'er the sickle bending;--
I listened, motionless and still;
And, as I mounted up the hill,
The music in my heart I bore,
Long after it was heard no more.

Summary

The poet orders his listener to behold a “solitary Highland lass” reaping and singing by herself in a field. He says that anyone passing by should either stop here, or “gently pass” so as not to disturb her. As she “cuts and binds the grain” she “sings a melancholy strain,” and the valley overflows with the beautiful, sad sound. The speaker says that the sound is more welcome than any chant of the nightingale to weary travelers in the desert, and that the cuckoo-bird in spring never sang with a voice so thrilling.

Impatient, the poet asks, “Will no one tell me what she sings?” He speculates that her song might be about “old, unhappy, far-off things, / And battles long ago,” or that it might be humbler, a simple song about “matter of today.” Whatever she sings about, he says, he listened “motionless and still,” and as he traveled up the hill, he carried her song with him in his heart long after he could no longer hear it.

Entrepreneurs and their Businesses...

Entrepreneurs are madly, crazily, passionately and lustfully in love with their business. They are not just in love; but they are insanely in love with what they have created. Hence, their venture is their FIRST love – irrespective of whether are married or not.

Entrepreneurs honestly are crazy gamblers. Instead of betting on cricket matches, they bet on their hard work, with a bit of luck thrown in. Most of them don't win the gamble, but manage to survive and make ends meet.

I have a daughter aged 7 months. She will always grow up with a bizarre, ‘weird’ entrepreneur dad around.

How will this be impacted on her?

Well, I may not be able to match the ‘perks and cars and houses’ that my kids’ friends’ ‘banker dads’ will certainly possess ; but I am sure that my kid will be pretty inquisitive, street smart and bold when compared to a lot of kids her age.

Having a parent who never takes things at face value; who always examines how to create efficiency in every process; who demonstrates the ability to take calculated risks and measure its performance; and above all who always does something NEW all the time, creates a very positive impact on young impressionable minds.

Trust me when I tell you this – kids with a live and kicking entrepreneur parent will learn just as much as at home (or probably more) than they will learn at school.

Most importantly – kids brought up by entrepreneur parents will be supremely independent and capable of surviving forever.

Circle of Influence

There comes a point in your life when you realize who really matters, who never did and who always will.

Once you get clear on who you are and what you want, you must re-evaluate your Circle of Influence. Who you associate with is who you become. The term "role model'' is not used enough in our society. It’s extremely important to have role models. A role model will raise your standards. A role model will not let you get complacent. Finding a role model or mentor will spark your mind because they are playing the game at a higher level than you are.

If you hang around five confident people, you will be the sixth.

If you hang around five intelligent people, you will be the sixth.

If you hang around five millionaires, you will be the sixth.

If you hang around five idiots, you will be the sixth.

If you hang around five broke people, you will be the sixth.

It’s inevitable.

Such a simple concept, but what a difference it can make on your performance and business. There’s no faster way to advance into the top 5 percent of your industry than this. Yet, most people don’t do it. I challenge you to find those people, because you’ll become a lot like the people you spend the most time with. Their belief systems, their ways of being and their attitudes are contagious. Once you elevate your peer group, your standards will follow.

Me and my Beard...

I had remained a clean-shaven man for 16 year, irrespective of my fascination and interest in beards and bearded men. The primary reason to be clean shaven was my profession and to a certain extent my mother.

I still remember my childhood days where the only person I knew to have a beard was a dad of my school friend. He used to sport a French Beard in those days. Whenever I visited her place, I used to say to myself that one day I will be sporting a beard... (Meera Kumar this is with reference to your dad)

Finally a bright sunny day came out in my life where I was no longer working for someone, where no protocols had to be followed. I quit my job and decided to be an Entrepreneur. That same day i decided that now i am certainly going to sport a beard.

I takes a takes a lot of confidence to grow a full beard, as it becomes a facial feature that dominates and dramatically shifts people's reactions and perceptions of who you are.

Practically, i faced a lot of opposition from my family members. I don't think yet they approve on my beard. They tried a lot to convince me on my looks after keeping the beard. But, was determined and you can say stubborn on my decision.

Keeping a Full beard is a pretty tough decision... and not everyone can grow a full beard. You fight against people and their attitudes. I’m very proud of my beard and glad that I made the decision to grow my beard. Growing a full beard has added a different dimension to my being. I don’t feel I am the same man. I feel I am a better man. That's not necessarily because of the way my beard looks, but because of the pride I feel. It's an ego trip. I loved being the only person in my family with a beard.

I love it. I love the sense of it, the feel of it and the depth, dimension, style and symmetry it adds to my face. Without going too far into the personal or sensual aspects of having grown a full beard, it's enough to say that it seems to have "completed" me as both an adult and a man. I am more confident and content. I guess that there's an element of self being described here as well, in that I feel that my face now reflects the person within.

An Interview...

Me - May I come in Sir?

Host - Yes Please...

Host - So you want to interview me...

Me - If you have the time...

Host - My time is eternity and is enough to do everything; what questions do you have in mind to ask me?

Me - What surprises you most about mankind?

Host - They are bored to be children and are in a rush to grow up. When they grow up they again long to be children...
They lose their health to make money and then lose their money to restore their health...
Thinking too much about the future, they forget their present. They live neither in the present nor the future...
They live as if they will never die, and they die as if they have never lived…

Me - As a parent, what are the lessons you want your children to learn?

Host - To learn that they cannot force anyone to love them. What the best to be done is to love themselves...
To understand, what is valuable for them is not what they have in their life, but who they have in their life...
To learn not to compare themselves to others. All will be judged individually on their own merits, not as a group on a comparison basis...
To learn that a rich person is not the one who has the most of everything, but is one who needs the least...
To learn that it only takes a few seconds to hurt a person, causing a wound in his or her heart in persons we love, and that it takes many years to heal them...
To learn to forgive...
To learn that there are persons that love them a lot, but simply do not know how to express or show their feelings...
To learn that money can buy everything but happiness can't be purchased...
To learn that two people can look at the same thing at the same time and both can see it totally differently...
To learn that it is not always enough that they be forgiven by others, but that they have to forgive themselves too...

Me - Thanks Sir...

And then all of a sudden I woke up from my sleep...

Oh My God!!!

I was in conversion with the almighty himself...

For a moment I was stunned by the dream which I just had seen...

I sat there on my bed itself for a while enjoying the moment. I thanked Him for his time and for all that He has done for me and my family.

Letter to my Daughter

My darling Vira,

It really know that you at this point don't know to read and write. But still today I write this to you. The reason I write this to you because I had a difficult life. Still it is difficult. I don’t want you to ever have to suffer the internal battles I did. I want the best life imaginable for you.

Daughter, I challenge you to...

Never be afraid to be too much: too different, too creative, too outspoken or too passionate. Go that extra mile. People will notice. Even if they don't, just go...
Live with Purpose...

Let your morals of our family guide your every action, never straying slightly from our tightly held values and beliefs...
Live with Integrity

Perform acts of kindness for others without expecting anything in return. Leave a 100% tip, make time for a day with your dad. Snow sympathy, care and concern for the poor and downtrodden in the society.
Live with Compassion...

Always be in a discomfort zone. Being discomfortable is a sign that you are pushing yourself towards greater limits and certainly would come out as a stronger person in the end. Stop waiting to be ready to take that next jump. Jump...
Live with Uncertainty...

Opinions differ, but respect opinions that differ from your own. And remember not to give away your power away by letting others dictate you and how you feel.
Live with humility...

I don't have, but i want your passport to be well-stamped. Travel on every chance you get. I am missing it, but i want you to experience it all. Try to take into your soul as much of beauty this fascinating world has to offer. Always remember this life is too short to stay in one place and remain stagnant.
Live with adventure…

Being lonely is nothing but just a state of mind not a relationship status. Never rely on anyone else for your happiness and sense of self-worth. Also don't shy away to accept the help of family and friends when truly needed.
Live with independence…

Always speak up for what you want and don't be afraid to show your skills and achievements. Believe in yourself and know your true value “I don’t know” might sound very easy reply, but, but it restricts only your limits of credibility. Always make a point that you make a lasting impression. Always know that the first impression is the last... Live with confidence…

Every inch of you belongs to you. Love yourself. And love yourself first. You youself, are far more worth than any of the society imposed ideals. You should never have to justify to others (or yourself) what you are.
Live with self-respect...

Above all and everything else, live your life on your own terms. Stop seeking anyone elses approval. Stop living in fear. Love yourself, unapologetically.

And always member to call me or your mom. We think only the best for you.

With Much Love,
Your very best friend ( and dad too)

What we choose...

What we choose to focus on will determine how we feel. If all we do is complain about making more money or wanting a better boss, we are creating a negative mindset. If we choose to focus on our wonderful co-workers and how we enjoy the work that we do, we are choosing to see the positive in our situation.

“Most of us believe our attitudes are caused directly by outside influences like unpleasant experiences or negative people. But while external pressures may trigger our feelings, we are the ones wearing those feelings like a suit of clothes. We can either be subservient to external events, few of which we have any control over, or we can take charge of our own response.”

ME

Sometimes I wish I was someone else, but mostly I’m glad I’m ME!
We all have our likes and differences as everyone can see.
Some of us like to hurry, some like to take our time.
Some spend all their money, some save each dime.
Some are good at English; some are good at math.
Some of us like showers some prefer the bath.
Some of us are quiet; some of us are loud.
Some of us like to be alone; some of us like a crowd.
Some of us are tall; some of us are short.
Some like to play an instrument, some like to play a sport.
Some of us are black or brown, and some of us are white.
Some of us leave the light on when we go to bed at night.
All of us are special as everyone can see,
You like you, and I like you, but also I like ME!

Let's make it Large

Every one of us is unique. Unique in some or the other way. This uniqueness differs from person to person. Someone is good in music,  another in arts, someone into administration and management,  and someone who is unique in the field of training.

We never know that out of us all, we might have the next Barak Obama or Sachin Tendulkar or might be Ratan Tata. Its only the matter of time when we led to to the discovery of our hidden talent and perform to our capabilities and find our true potential. What we all have to do is to keep on searching for the uniqueness that makes our personality, the personality which will make our identity and future.

Lets all to do something unique, something informative, something innovative, something new, something that will make us  happy from the bottom of our hearts.

To get lost in the sea of people or to stand like a lighthouse admist the sea is completely our personal choice. Lets us all decide what we want to be and not let others decide our future.

Be the ruler instead on being ruled...

The only and the only advice which I can give out to you all is to start believing in your dreams, start following your dreams,and just forget about the rest.

Let's all do something which makes us proud of being ourselves.

I guess by now you must all have got the essence of my talks.

After all “It’s our life, so why not make it large??? “

From a Brother to a Sister

The Delhi rape case is now old. In a few days it will be history. On the day the victim died, I had written this.

Dear Sister,

May your soul rest in peace…

People may not know you but you will be always remembered as one of the bravest andcourageous girl who fought till her last breath for dignity and life.

You are a true hero and symbolize the best in Indian youth and women in particular.
Your bravery as a fighter will always be in our minds…

You are a brave daughter of India…

In fact you happen to belong to the whole new world.

God saw you getting tired and there was no cure.

He then put his arms around you and whispered "Come to Me…"

A brave heart stopped beating.

God broke our hearts to prove he takes only the best.

May your death strengthen people whose inner conscience knew where they failed you apart from the young Indian woman as also our future…

You arrived in this world only to show how cruel and insensitive many of us have become.

The history of thousands of years of civilization has not been able to transform us from animal to human…We still remain animals!!!

Our words of respecting women are but empty sounds.

We mourn your death with our heads hanging in shame.

A real homage to you would be amending the laws and Fast Track courts as fast as possible with time bound decisions and severest of punishments.

A brother in intense grief…