Living in cities since childhood, we become conditioned to lead a certain lifestyle, have a few dreams and ultimately spend our lives running after them. In the majority of cases, dreams are tied to gaining wealth and popularity. The idea of an aim in life then falls short of its purpose. The purpose of life is not to hoard money and wait for an ideal time to relish the fruit of labor. Life is happening now as you are in the middle of a meeting, as you are out partying or as you are cribbing about what is missing in your life.
Time and again we feel a void. Despite having all the luxuries- from groceries being delivered to your doorstep to your salon lady visiting your house, even outside essential chores have become negligible. But what are we doing with all that time we save? Get hooked on to some series!
When was the last time that you took aside to think? We have been to the best of educational institutions and yet there seems to be no visible change in how we lead our lives. Education makes one liberal and makes one think. However, to chase empty material desires, we fail to have a purpose. Life is not all about luxury. It is much more.
There are millions of people without access to education and basic amenities, yet they wish to excel in life but probably don’t have the means to grow. And we, in spite of being in better circumstances do not feel compelled to pay heed to the ones who lack something. What is the point of education when it could not make you liberal?
Educated people keep circling the loop of religious dogmas in 21st century when certainly there are more pressing issues in the world. Education is a privilege and a boon. Unless we rise above our selfish interest and material desires, nothing good is going to come out of it.
Take time and think about what impact you are creating on society. Don’t limit yourself to filing taxes and being a good Samaritan within the four walls of the house.
Pause and look around. Introspect and see what your calling is. Clearly, a passionate, feeling and thinking being would want more, not only for herself but for others too. You have spent decades on self-growth. But an individual grows as the society progresses. So, your goal should be to transcend material gains.
Sit and listen to what is that your heart wants.
Originally Published On Tranquilnook