Success??????

Today,for a change,I have decided to publish my thoughts on success.The logical definition of success depends upon the perspective of a human being,who perceives it.Many people feel that just working in a big company,doing a lucrative job,and earning more and more money is just what success is.I have seen many people of this kind,who have no desire in their mind.Desire to do something for their own,desire to live life in their own way seems to be something unknown to them.These people cannot lead a satisfied life,as they do not live for themselves.They donate their life to some human power,who according to them,have been given the authority to command and control their life.Thus they themselves become their slaves.

However,there are people of a second kind.People who do not try to be successful.They just pursue their dreams in their own way and don't give a damn to success,and do you know what happens to them? People may think that finally,they will become drug addicts or mentally unbalanced.

But that is completely untrue.They become satisfactorily successful.i.e. success with satisfaction.They do not let themselves get crushed,lead their life in their own ways and also,they are successful.

Let me demonstrate with a short story demonstrating conversation between two friends,through a span of 10 years.

Raj and Subho are two friends,studying in same college.While Raj is a book worm,who always scores high marks,Subho is a painter,who does not study,scores less marks but paints too good.

The first conversation takes place on their final day of college.

11th July,1992:

Raj - "Hey Subho,what will you do now?The college is already over,and you haven't got placed."

Subho - "No clue dude.As per now,I will just enjoy the holidays.Let today be enjoyed and leave tomorrow for tomorrow."

Raj - "Cmon bro.Be practical.Your marks are too less.It will really be difficult for you to get even a decent job in a good company."

Subho - "Fikar nor dost.Someday I will achieve what is intended for me.Till then,no worries.If you follow your dreams,no one can stop you from being successful.By the way,I have been selected for a painting exhibition,which is tomorrow.Can u join in?"

Raj - "I have no time for that.Have my joining in next week.So,am a little busy.Any way,byee for now buddy ,take care.And kindly note that this is not gonna help you in the long run.You will have to be realistic to survive."

10 years pass by.Meanwhile,Raj is the senior software engineer of a company.He is quite successful according to him.But,even his colleagues know how he is continuously tortured by his boss,and how unhappy his married life is.

Then,one day Raj gets an order,for arranging an inaugural ceremony,where a very prominent painter will come.The painter,Subhojit Basak,is a very famous painter.Even,Raj has heard of him,but never seen him.His paintings are very costly,and some even sell at prices of 2 to 2.5 lakhs. He has even received many accolades for his performance,including "International Painter Award" two times.

13th August,2002:

Today is the inauguration day.The painting wrapped in papers,is brought on the stage,and then the painter is called with large applauds. Raj is eager,as he has never had the chance to see the famous painter,whose painting has added value to their company today.

As the painter enters the stage,Raj watches astonished,as his eyes slowly widen up."Subho"-he hears himself saying.

After the ceremony,when everyone was busy taking the autograph of Subho, Raj suddenly goes near him and asks-"Subho,how are you man? Remember me?"

Subho sees him and replies-"Yeah!of course.Long time,huh? So,you work here?".

Raj-"Yes and it is me,who arranged this show."

Subho-"Oh!good work man."

Then,they go into some quiet place,where there is no one to disturb Subho for autographs.

Raj says-"Hey Subho,how did all this happen?":

Subho-"May be it was meant for me.Remember,what I had told you long back.If you follow your dreams,success will definitely follow you.I followed my dreams,and here I am today."

Raj gunderstood his words very clearly.He chose to remain silent.

The story ends here.But,in reality most of people are like Raj. They like to engage in the daily cat and mouse run,rather than following their dreams.They may become rich enough,settled well,but never successful.Deep down,they always remain unsatisfied and frustated.

So,don't give too much energy into executing the normal race.Be different,be unique.Follow your dreams and    dedicate yourself into it.Success will kiss your feet.