Karma, do you believe in it ?

I strongly believe that if you can't do good to anyone, stay away! Its better than harming or hurting someone. Just last evening we were having a conversation which actually involved me wanting to pass on some useful information to my friends. Just then, one person stressed on the fact that I am not going to gain anything from it.

I then thought of karma for some reason and explicitly stated that I believe in karma. Although, its not with an intention of attracting good things for myself. I find it very hard to be selfish and though others may find it ridiculous, its the truth!

There are many people I have met in my life who believe in treating others just the way they were treated. But, isn't it obvious that you do unto others as you would have them do unto you. I believe in showing people that I care for them and love them. And, if they don't reciprocate you just let it go but not at the cost of loosing your self respect. That is the thin rope you would have to walk and if you stumble don't give up.

In my lifetime itself I have seen wonderful things happening to me. When I look back I strongly believe that I have done something nice to deserve the best in my life.

Quit blaming

Have you ever blamed your circumstances or people around you because your life isn't as you wanted it to be??? I guess most of us would have at some point in our lives.

It isn't difficult to play the blame game and make others feel they are wrong. But, what about your conscience? Imagine the thoughts that would be going on in your mind while you look into a mirror. I have been on the receiving end of such blame games and out of my experience the best you can do is to remain silent. If the other person has made up his/her mind to blame you there is nothing that can stop them. Instead you have the freedom to choose your response to a given situation and that is enough.

Another commonly heard blame game is people blaming their fate, destiny, god, people around them etc etc for events in their lives. Come on people like anyone else is responsible for the decisions you take or mistakes you make. Even if there are other factors effecting from living your life to the fullest, it is because you let them too :-) If you know to work around those factors I'm sure your life is very simple.

Your life is as you want it to be just quit blaming anything or anyone for the way it is now. See everything falling in place once your are aware who the creator of your life is :-)

24

I had heard a lot about 24 and had to watch it. It was indeed something interestingly addictive. In the beginning I thought it was overrated. However, as I started watching the first season I began to understand how wrong I was. I can't forget the line "I'm Jack Bauer and this is the longest day of my life".

Agent Jack Bauer, Nina, Terri, Kim, Tony etc etc are the characters you will never forget and trust me I am terrible with names and I still remember their names even though its been awhile since I watched the first season. And who can forget the spectacular performance of Senator David Palmer and his wife Sherry.

You just cant get enough of this series as you are so curious to know what's in store. And even though I had heard a lot about it and had a lot of expectations, I wasn't let down.

If you still haven't watched 24, you should and believe me its totally addictive :-) Waiting to catch up on the next couple of seasons of 24.

Relationships should not be difficult

I have been through various situations where I felt that relationships could not have gotten any more difficult. I just paused and thought to myself, it is we people who make relationships tough to handle. But, we conveniently blame it on the relationship itself or the other person in the relationship. Each of us are such complex creatures when we are in a relationship that it gets really painful for both the people involved in it.

Sometimes, we all feel that relationships are not our cup of tea after going through a rough patch. But the strength in one's character is not in letting our failures affect us to an extent that we loose our faith in people. We do learn a lot from every situation or circumstances in our lives. Most importantly, we understand that relationships dont define us, we define or choose our relationships.

Especially women who have gone through a terrible relationship may feel that dating isn't worth anymore. Probably watching "He just not that into you" would be an eye opener for any woman out there. Looking forward to reading this book :-)

So, do not be under the misconception that relationships are complex. It is we people who make it complex, so look at ways in which you could make your life a lot simpler as we have many relationships to deal with in our lives of being a mother, sister, friend, wife, girlfriend etc

Lord Krishna in Bhagavid Gita

Each of us on this planet for a specific reason and we get more clarity on our purpose in life as each day passes us by. There is so much I have learnt about life and the most important thing is to strike an effective balance between being emotional and practical.

Relationships have thought me a lot in life. Being concerned about myself is the biggest learning I have learnt from being with family, friends and colleagues. Whether I like it or not, whether others around me like it or not, I am concerned about others around me. Sometimes, this could be misunderstood and could back fire too. And, I still haven't learnt from my experiences. By being concerned about others around me and helping them out has only resulted in a lot of misery. Most of them failed to understand my motive and I failed to understand that they don't like any assistance.

Its a Catch 22 situation as you would wish to help but since you have already burnt your fingers you would not wish to do the same again :-) So, my inspiration during these times is Lord Krishna in Bhagvad Gita.

It would be interesting to read and then understand the importance of playing the right cards at the right time.

Happy Ganesh Chaturthi

HAPPY GANESH CHATURTHI TO EVERYONE

HAVE A PROSPEROUS AND A PEACEFUL YEAR



- Roshni

Someday............

Life has thrown a curve ball and I have finally learnt to play it well :-)

There are many more important things in my life at this point in time and very less time on hand to think about any ups or downs or rather the usual feeling "why me?". I believe most of the incidents in my life have question along with the answers for them. There is a reason behind anyone I meet at any walk in my life. And more specifically the timing of the people I meet or the decisions I make have had an immense impact in shaping me as a person. I am always open to feedback even though most of the time I come across as aggressive. And so the process of self discovery has been very fulfilling and challenging.

I love my life a lot to let go because of anyone or any situation. I have always stood for my beliefs and shall always do. I just want to live my life to the fullest and don't like being tied down by any relationship in my life. There is so much to do and so much more to see in this world and my family as well as very few close friends have made it worthwhile for me. I love all of you more than I say it! I do express it most of the times though :P