As a reader, when you relate to a character, it feels like diving into your own emotions the other way. I really consider books as my true mate, becauAs a reader, when you relate to a character, it feels like diving into your own emotions the other way. I really consider books as my true mate, because as Takako(lead character in the book) found peace through them when she was going through an emotional turmoil, so as I. Its a quick, soothing read; carries a lot of emotions that fills our hearts. It also holds the message that the more we numb the pain the more worse it gets with time, emotional restrain can be considered prudent, but not be exercised over to a limit that effects inner peace and also the people who really cares about you, because somehow affection can simply detect sadness and then it equally effects them, as much you. ...more
As we grew up, we become so obsessed with our hypothetical world in which only our own problems, our ambitions matters, and don't see that people arouAs we grew up, we become so obsessed with our hypothetical world in which only our own problems, our ambitions matters, and don't see that people around us also need our concern, our greetings and care. I have cautiously used the word 'care' , because I think, actually we know very less about it. It's not easy to do this with whole heart because for that we need to keep aside own issues for sometime, and, have to think about the other's. Reading this book was like sitting close to a grandparent or an old experienced person,and learning the lessons of life. Morrie teaches us, how we can think about others even when we are going through most difficult times of our lives. Building such values in this cynical world (as Jerry Maguire says) is hard, but, if genuinely tries, we together can create a culture that each of us miss at certain points in life....more
This book is like a song—a song of reminiscences that the narrator went through. The scars that a war leaves in a person's life can never be cured; thThis book is like a song—a song of reminiscences that the narrator went through. The scars that a war leaves in a person's life can never be cured; the struggle for recovery makes every moment poignant. Still, hope leaves the heart as long as we strive to revive it....more
I used to admire him and my respect towards him has even more increased after reading this book. Actually, I am feeling elated to be a fan!
This book leI used to admire him and my respect towards him has even more increased after reading this book. Actually, I am feeling elated to be a fan!
This book let us know more about his early life and how he made his way to Indian cricket team through sincere dedication, and becoming a great player. He learnt from all the hardships thrown on him and never lose the 'cheeky expression' on his face(has a adorable smile).
"It was all a learning process. You learn to value money when you don't have much of it, which prepares you to value it even more when you have it." He never looked at the circumstances as shortcomings but take them as opportunities to grow better.
"...The one thing that has never changed in me:being happy for everyone's success." In the book, he has praised all his fellow cricketers, seniors and coaches and has showed a sense of gratefulness towards them for being with him at his hard times and when he was a newcomer. It reflects the decency and genuineness of his character.
His concern and respect towards his wife and parents shows how sensible and considerate person he is.
He has made his name in Cricket through continuous hard work and allegiance. He believe he could , so he did...
PS: The chapter 'Overcoming the Bullies' literally filled my eyes and made me to think about the Menace of Ragging in sports and educational institutions....more
" ...if there is no dreams, there are no revolutionary thoughts; if there are no thoughts, no actions will emanate."
Honorable APJ Abdul Kalam always e" ...if there is no dreams, there are no revolutionary thoughts; if there are no thoughts, no actions will emanate."
Honorable APJ Abdul Kalam always emphasized on dreaming big and striving to achieve that you vision. He has talked about the convergence of science and spirituality; and importance of spiritual knowledge in our education system. The values that are built in childhood stays with us through out our life.
As he considered that India has a lot of potential and if we believe in ourselves we can achieve all that is required to be a developed country. If we take it as a challenge and make this vision as our ultimate goal to achieve we can definitely reach at the position in the world that we deserve. ..."Challenges throw up Opportunities" Human mind work at its best, when something is at stake.
This book teaches us how the people with great vision and dedication has contributed to the growth of the nation and why we should also always try to reach out to the best of our capabilities, residing in us....more
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