A
t happy times we are often surrounded
by our folks, but the dark times will seldom witness the same. We think it's
only 'me' facing the nemesis, but that's not true, each one of us is. And one
has to face it bravely and emerge out of it as a winner. If not a winner, at
least emerge as a fighter and rise above the storm!
Umpteen stories have struck my ears recently about many of the people I know, some of them being my friends. Suddenly it seems like the world has turned upside down this particular year. Most of them are going through the most difficult phase of their lives. It's a life-changing period!
One of the news made me rethink how
crucial it is to not let people's criticism change your course of
life. Rahul, who was about to get married in a month and shift his base to
the US, ended his life. This left his parents unnerved as well as outraged as
there was no apparent reason for such a drastic step.
Days later, his sister found out from
his friends that he was mentally harassed by his office seniors. They were not
amused by the fact that he was gearing up for a great position at one of the
best companies in the US. He was going through this abuse for a long
time.
There may have been many hidden reasons
too, but one has to become strong and stand for yourself! This won't come
as an easy task. As we experience life over the years we learn, there will be
obstacles every now and then. But, instead of going through it, try growing
through it!
Accept the Yin & Yang:
In almost any situation there is always
the 'Yin & Yang' aspect. It's just like the classic example, "To
feel true happiness we must taste sadness." A way of life to maintain a
balance.
Things, people, situations,
possibilities, opportunities, everything will revolve around you, hinting at
the commencement of good prospects. There will be a flux of positivity from all
directions. But still, at a few corners discouragement will stand stern. And it
will always confirm its presence. So we might as well accept it, but not focus
on it, rather use it as a motivation.
How, you ask? Positivity and negativity
are two sides of a coin. Many times negativity will provoke you to fight
against it. It will make you do things that you probably wouldn't have done
otherwise.
There are thousands of examples of people
who created history after the biggest tragedies of their lives. Arunima Sinha
became the first woman to climb Mount Everest despite an amputated leg. Stephen
Hawkings - being completely paralyzed below the neck - was one of the greatest
Physicist. Oprah Winfrey was physically abused by her relatives and fired from
her job. She went on to become one of the most successful and wealthiest people
in the world.
The list is never-ending. The rule is
simple, let the negative factors fuel you, and become a stepping stone. Even in
adversity, you will realise you are more blessed than you know!
When people leave us during our dark
times, we dive deep into self-pity. We are dreaded to be alone. Stop fearing
loneliness, face it, rather face every fear you have and there will be nothing
left to be afraid of. Remember, problems bring you closer to yourself!
We forget that this is a great chance
to retrospect, find what made us stumble. It may seem like a downfall now but
don't let it fool you and drag you to those corners, feeling defeated.
Go into a cocoon and nourish your mind,
let it transform into a colorful being. Doesn't matter if it's darkness all
around you. Remember a negative reel needs darkness to develop into a beautiful
picture.
Rise Above the Storm:
Gradually you will pick yourself up and
shake the dust off. You will encounter some soul-sucking creatures still
pulling you to the dark caves. You will be unable to figure out whether people
are hopeless about you or they fear that you have the ability to conquer the
world. So they leave no stone unturned to hamper your confidence. They entangle
you in a dark storm, projecting the darkness inside them.
In actuality, they are caressing their
own insecurities. You might wonder, "Do they envy me, because I have
decided to pursue my dreams?" Oh yes, as these people were too weak to
even have a dream of their own. They wasted their lives serving other people's
dreams. Remember, people who have pursued their own dreams will never stop
others!
Only people who could never break the
shackles of their controllers become bitter. They are flabbergasted that how
can you be so resilient after such a doom. Why haven't the storms beaten you
down and broken each of your beliefs?
They have no idea who you are, they
don't know your power! Let them assume you're weak. Your consistent efforts
will make you strong enough to rise above the storm. Be steadfast, take the
challenge, and prove it, not to them, but to yourself!
Comments
Post a Comment