I feel myself obliged to have my Mother (aai in marathi) as a leader who has influenced me the most. Right from child hood to the date, she has done many things, which have an everlasting impact on me. I would like to explain these on the basis of following mentioned points
Sacrifice:
When I was a child (2nd Std to be precise) my father got a transfer from Gwalior (maternal uncle’s place) to Indore. I was very much attached to my maternal uncle and grandmother and vice versa. Due to which there was resistance from both the sides to not let me go from there. My mother understood the situation well and despite of all opposition from others allowed me to stay their. This was the act of sacrifice had an impact on me that made me realized that at some points in life, to make your loved one's happy you might have to sacrifice.
Determination:
When I and my brother were kids we were having a Luna (Moped). She use to take both of us on that to the school then she use to go to her office. The condition of moped was pathetic it use to get stopped frequently, moreover on steep roads we have to take it up in hand, despite all this she never felt tired or broke her heart and continued taking us on Luna till we were not mature enough to run bicycles. This gives me a feeling that roads of life are not always smooth there are up and downs, there will be times when you have to mere stop and watch but the one who never loose determination reaches school (destination) on time.
Vision:
I could sense the vision of my mother that her most valuable assets are her children and she has to make them leaders in all aspects of life whether it is sports, interpersonal skills or education. She never told me but I know that she has spent all her savings in education of me and my brother. She wanted to make us good in all areas of life so never hesitated in spending money and time on education, sports or cultural activities. This gives me a feeling that it is necessary to have vision and one should never hesitate in spending time or money to achieve that vision or dream.
Freedom of expression ,Trust and adaptability:
My mother never restricted us on expressing our ideas on anything and always kept her mind open to good ideas. She never forced us to follow god or do any religious activities but told us the importance of them and left the choice to us.
When I was in love with this girl (whom I am going to marry now J ) I was very hesitant in saying that to my mother but some how she got the idea that something is fishy and herself asked me to say whatever there is in my mind. She got shocked for a moment but quickly responded by saying the words that I can never forget “We trust you and we know that whatever decision you have taken must be good for you and your family”. Being from a conservative family I was really surprised to see the changing attitude of my mother (and father too :-)). Above incidents of life made me realize that freedom of expression is must, to avoid any kind of misconception or hidden hatred, at the same time it is very important to trust the people with whom you are living with and make them realize that you trust them, this make the bond even stronger.
Change is rule of life, it is very important to get accustomed to the change and keep mind open for new ideas which makes life pretty easy and enjoy full.
There is old theory which says leaders are born but I say difficult situations give person a choice to be a leader, of which my mother is perfect example.
Apart from the above points I am still in the process of discovering the potential of my mother, I always draw inspiration and take suggestion from her.
I feel happy to utilize this platform to pen down the points I have never spoken to anybody about my mother(not even her). Mom you are great.
“ Maa tujhe salam”
Sacrifice:
When I was a child (2nd Std to be precise) my father got a transfer from Gwalior (maternal uncle’s place) to Indore. I was very much attached to my maternal uncle and grandmother and vice versa. Due to which there was resistance from both the sides to not let me go from there. My mother understood the situation well and despite of all opposition from others allowed me to stay their. This was the act of sacrifice had an impact on me that made me realized that at some points in life, to make your loved one's happy you might have to sacrifice.
Determination:
When I and my brother were kids we were having a Luna (Moped). She use to take both of us on that to the school then she use to go to her office. The condition of moped was pathetic it use to get stopped frequently, moreover on steep roads we have to take it up in hand, despite all this she never felt tired or broke her heart and continued taking us on Luna till we were not mature enough to run bicycles. This gives me a feeling that roads of life are not always smooth there are up and downs, there will be times when you have to mere stop and watch but the one who never loose determination reaches school (destination) on time.
Vision:
I could sense the vision of my mother that her most valuable assets are her children and she has to make them leaders in all aspects of life whether it is sports, interpersonal skills or education. She never told me but I know that she has spent all her savings in education of me and my brother. She wanted to make us good in all areas of life so never hesitated in spending money and time on education, sports or cultural activities. This gives me a feeling that it is necessary to have vision and one should never hesitate in spending time or money to achieve that vision or dream.
Freedom of expression ,Trust and adaptability:
My mother never restricted us on expressing our ideas on anything and always kept her mind open to good ideas. She never forced us to follow god or do any religious activities but told us the importance of them and left the choice to us.
When I was in love with this girl (whom I am going to marry now J ) I was very hesitant in saying that to my mother but some how she got the idea that something is fishy and herself asked me to say whatever there is in my mind. She got shocked for a moment but quickly responded by saying the words that I can never forget “We trust you and we know that whatever decision you have taken must be good for you and your family”. Being from a conservative family I was really surprised to see the changing attitude of my mother (and father too :-)). Above incidents of life made me realize that freedom of expression is must, to avoid any kind of misconception or hidden hatred, at the same time it is very important to trust the people with whom you are living with and make them realize that you trust them, this make the bond even stronger.
Change is rule of life, it is very important to get accustomed to the change and keep mind open for new ideas which makes life pretty easy and enjoy full.
There is old theory which says leaders are born but I say difficult situations give person a choice to be a leader, of which my mother is perfect example.
Apart from the above points I am still in the process of discovering the potential of my mother, I always draw inspiration and take suggestion from her.
I feel happy to utilize this platform to pen down the points I have never spoken to anybody about my mother(not even her). Mom you are great.
“ Maa tujhe salam”
1 comment:
Awesome Mother :-)
I think all the mothers are those care-giving and love showering angels sent by God to teach us life and to take care of us.
Nice post!
Regards,
Vani.
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