The world has undergone a tremendous change through these years. There was once, a time when people were a part of the nature and lived in unison with the forests, the trees, the land and their surroundings. Nature had enough for everyone’s needs. The world witnessed the being of great saints and leaders who even lived to complete 100 years. There was ample time to indulge in art, literature and science. That world saw the creation of Ayurveda, having the power to heal naturally. The magnificent architecture, music, poetry and dance culture had also originated way back in those times. But, today it seems that the world has been put into a fast forward mode. From a balanced and fruitful life we have moved to a life full of worries, 24*7. Due to cut throat competition, the people are sacrificing their leisure time and are joining the rat race to attain worldly pleasures. People are ready to overwork and get exploited if they get heavy pay packets in return. The desire to fulfill all their wants has blurred the real meaning of happiness and fulfillment. Money can buy all the commodities but not the comfort peace or happiness. We are forgetting how to smile at our thoughts, at a joke or a kid smiling back. Small events go unnoticed; there’s no time for family or society. The meanings of refreshment and recreation have changed; it means dining out, a day at the park, the mall or the cinema hall. Discussions and conversations are off the list. There is need for introspection, analysis and action for our family and the society; be it an hour for a talk, a game of cricket for friends, a waste management drive for the environment or an event related to spreading awareness. Let’s donate some time for our own little creations each day. Not that it gives us a return in cash, but something more- it gives us eternal bliss and a wider view of humanity.
Students' Oxygen movement view
20/12/2009
