Its been a year since my return to the country. I am enjoying my stay here more than I had imagined.
Thank you to all those people who have made this journey memorable.
And I have learnt - The only thing constant is CHANGE :o)
Thursday, 17 September 2009
Friday, 26 June 2009
Connecting the Dots......
26th June 2009 - Friday - 9:59 PM
I am still at work. Looking at the screen I realise that I am unable to concentrate and need some break. My brain refuses to think and I cannot look into the excel sheet any longer.
The 2.0 world keeps me occupied with entertainment. But then again - IT companies block good websites to ensure productivity(Seriously?!). Luckily Twitter keeps me up-to-date with the latest news, gossip, and entertainment that I need. It also helps me connect quickly to my buddies.
As I type this post, I wonder - What am I doing here?
A typical rhetorical question. I know - I am not cut out for this corporate world. I know it and people around me, know it. Then why am I here? Good question.
Whilst pursuing my internship in the very same company 3 years back, I was sure I wouldn't return to it. 28th June 2006 - I finished my 2 months here and said to my boss, I think I know what I wanna do.
Today, I am back in the same office with a different boss and my x-boss 6 cubicles away from me. He said, 'Welcome back' to me on my first day 7 months back. I remembered my last words to him NOW as I glanced through my journal. A habit to look back into old emails, old posts and the old hand-written journals. To look at what I did on the same day of the month, a year or may be 2 or 3 years ago.
All the old emails brought back memories. Memories of enthusiasm, energy, zest, faith....
Today, I am penning down memories of ........
I think I know what I wanna do.
I am still at work. Looking at the screen I realise that I am unable to concentrate and need some break. My brain refuses to think and I cannot look into the excel sheet any longer.
The 2.0 world keeps me occupied with entertainment. But then again - IT companies block good websites to ensure productivity(Seriously?!). Luckily Twitter keeps me up-to-date with the latest news, gossip, and entertainment that I need. It also helps me connect quickly to my buddies.
As I type this post, I wonder - What am I doing here?
A typical rhetorical question. I know - I am not cut out for this corporate world. I know it and people around me, know it. Then why am I here? Good question.
Whilst pursuing my internship in the very same company 3 years back, I was sure I wouldn't return to it. 28th June 2006 - I finished my 2 months here and said to my boss, I think I know what I wanna do.
Today, I am back in the same office with a different boss and my x-boss 6 cubicles away from me. He said, 'Welcome back' to me on my first day 7 months back. I remembered my last words to him NOW as I glanced through my journal. A habit to look back into old emails, old posts and the old hand-written journals. To look at what I did on the same day of the month, a year or may be 2 or 3 years ago.
All the old emails brought back memories. Memories of enthusiasm, energy, zest, faith....
Today, I am penning down memories of ........
I think I know what I wanna do.
Wednesday, 24 June 2009
On making choices...!!
The human brain is considered to be very powerful. It can create and destroy relationships, moments and most importantly life. My experience living by myself as a working girl has made me realize that I can either make or break these moments that define life.
Growing up, I have never felt stressed or pressurised . The secure four walls of education, parents and friends proved to be a very strong shield. Stress related to performance, pressure from friends to ‘fit in’ – were phrases I heard, but never experienced. I did worry about things, but definitely not “stressed”. Nor did I experience any form of peer pressure. Looks like I have been lucky when it comes to having friends and acquaintances who understand and respect my choices.
My first visit to a club was at the age of 17. I made friends with people from all walks of life. And surprisingly they were all accommodative of my non-drinking habit. They didn't think I was being a spoilsport but they often had a secure feeling of someone sane being around them. My parents never worried about that either. Since alcohol was always kept in the open at home and dad would often offer to teach us (My brother and I) ‘the right way to drink’. They knew that I hated the smell and I think I was 4 when I smelt whiskey for the first time.
United kingdom was no different either. May be I felt stressed for the first time because of the intense masters course but definitely not peer pressure. I made a lot of friends and had a great time at parties. There was no necessity to ‘drink’ at all to have a good time with them. They respected my choice of juice over alcohol and in fact in many situations they would buy one just for me.
Bangalore seems to have brought up a different situation altogether. People feel threatened that I don’t drink whilst in pubs. They feel I am not contributing to the ‘fun’ evening by opting to be sober. It just doesn’t make sense. Like a good friend said – “It is indeed quite surprising for people to find open minded and enterprising independent girls say no to alcohol. I don't know why there is a prejudice of that sort or why people assume such things.”
Young adults in Bangalore come from different parts of the country, work for top notch companies and seem to have lost their identity. The sudden rush of liquid cash has changed their perception on life altogether. I am asked a lot of questions around why I don’t drink or they phrase it saying – when did you quit or why did you quit. And I answer back saying – I never quit drinking.
I am not against alcohol or those who consume alcohol. It’s a simple choice because I don’t like it. Aren’t human beings allowed to make this simple choice and not be questioned on it?
The brain is a powerful decision maker. It cant do anything humanly possible or even those impossible. Peer pressure can be good and bad. I have always seen the good side of it. Right from sports to academics to cultural activities.
After having penned down these words I feel these acquaintances are not worthy of my time. If my choice of abstaining from alcohol cannot be respected, then I rather be a fool among a bunch of intellectuals, than an intellectual among a bunch of fools.
Growing up, I have never felt stressed or pressurised . The secure four walls of education, parents and friends proved to be a very strong shield. Stress related to performance, pressure from friends to ‘fit in’ – were phrases I heard, but never experienced. I did worry about things, but definitely not “stressed”. Nor did I experience any form of peer pressure. Looks like I have been lucky when it comes to having friends and acquaintances who understand and respect my choices.
My first visit to a club was at the age of 17. I made friends with people from all walks of life. And surprisingly they were all accommodative of my non-drinking habit. They didn't think I was being a spoilsport but they often had a secure feeling of someone sane being around them. My parents never worried about that either. Since alcohol was always kept in the open at home and dad would often offer to teach us (My brother and I) ‘the right way to drink’. They knew that I hated the smell and I think I was 4 when I smelt whiskey for the first time.
United kingdom was no different either. May be I felt stressed for the first time because of the intense masters course but definitely not peer pressure. I made a lot of friends and had a great time at parties. There was no necessity to ‘drink’ at all to have a good time with them. They respected my choice of juice over alcohol and in fact in many situations they would buy one just for me.
Bangalore seems to have brought up a different situation altogether. People feel threatened that I don’t drink whilst in pubs. They feel I am not contributing to the ‘fun’ evening by opting to be sober. It just doesn’t make sense. Like a good friend said – “It is indeed quite surprising for people to find open minded and enterprising independent girls say no to alcohol. I don't know why there is a prejudice of that sort or why people assume such things.”
Young adults in Bangalore come from different parts of the country, work for top notch companies and seem to have lost their identity. The sudden rush of liquid cash has changed their perception on life altogether. I am asked a lot of questions around why I don’t drink or they phrase it saying – when did you quit or why did you quit. And I answer back saying – I never quit drinking.
I am not against alcohol or those who consume alcohol. It’s a simple choice because I don’t like it. Aren’t human beings allowed to make this simple choice and not be questioned on it?
The brain is a powerful decision maker. It cant do anything humanly possible or even those impossible. Peer pressure can be good and bad. I have always seen the good side of it. Right from sports to academics to cultural activities.
After having penned down these words I feel these acquaintances are not worthy of my time. If my choice of abstaining from alcohol cannot be respected, then I rather be a fool among a bunch of intellectuals, than an intellectual among a bunch of fools.
Tuesday, 23 June 2009
Monday, 15 June 2009
7 Months and counting....
The chapter called "Corporate life" begun on the 28th of October 2008. Life has been a roller coaster ride since then. Looking back - I have changed so much. This blog is being executed whilst seating in a war room - over hearing colleagues talk money, team, profit, salary et al. But I can't seem to get my head around it.
In 7 months, I have experienced and learnt what many people would take a lifetime.
I have cherished moments with people who have now become friends for life. I have been hearing the quote that the only thing constant is change; for a very long time now and it seems to make sense. I have lived with a fabulous family, 4 girls, later 3 girls+1 boy and soon it might be just me in an apartment.
The last two months of 2008 were spent adjusting to a new life in the Silicon valley of India - Bangalore. I lived with 2 different families in this span of time and they teach taught me values I would cherish for a long time to come. From being able to juggle corporate world to a large extended family, I can safely say - I know what it feels like to not have it and have it all.
Jan 2009 ....Growing up I always dreamt of living with friends. The dream has finally come true. But the chapter is going to end soon. I have lost the long locks I had from the last time I wrote a post on this blog -my attitude to life , my way of thinking, my dreams, my dressing - have all been altered for the best - but my values are still concrete.
I am in a lot of ways appreciating life - the larger picture.
All I can say is - I am on a journey - travelling an unknown path with hands to guide me at every step. Struggle seems a far fetched word - and hence fear of having it easy sets in.
Welcome to the unknown world of a guided soul ....!!
In 7 months, I have experienced and learnt what many people would take a lifetime.
I have cherished moments with people who have now become friends for life. I have been hearing the quote that the only thing constant is change; for a very long time now and it seems to make sense. I have lived with a fabulous family, 4 girls, later 3 girls+1 boy and soon it might be just me in an apartment.
The last two months of 2008 were spent adjusting to a new life in the Silicon valley of India - Bangalore. I lived with 2 different families in this span of time and they teach taught me values I would cherish for a long time to come. From being able to juggle corporate world to a large extended family, I can safely say - I know what it feels like to not have it and have it all.
Jan 2009 ....Growing up I always dreamt of living with friends. The dream has finally come true. But the chapter is going to end soon. I have lost the long locks I had from the last time I wrote a post on this blog -my attitude to life , my way of thinking, my dreams, my dressing - have all been altered for the best - but my values are still concrete.
I am in a lot of ways appreciating life - the larger picture.
All I can say is - I am on a journey - travelling an unknown path with hands to guide me at every step. Struggle seems a far fetched word - and hence fear of having it easy sets in.
Welcome to the unknown world of a guided soul ....!!
Wednesday, 15 October 2008
A month of GLORY !!
The fact that I haven't blogged should be proof enough that I am BUSY at home and loving it :-)
This one month break was much needed and deserved I guess ;-)
Can't wait for the new chapter called "WOrk Life" to begin
lets see what that has in store for me ;-)
This one month break was much needed and deserved I guess ;-)
Can't wait for the new chapter called "WOrk Life" to begin
lets see what that has in store for me ;-)
Thursday, 18 September 2008
Dj - SUketu
17th september 2008 -
The day started well - Mom's coffee - brothers tamtrums - it was good to be home.
Had a well deserved haircut -thanks to Pounds - that was kept on a hold for a very very long time.
N then it was time to PARTY !!
The night started with resident Dj's spinning the tracks to get the crowd going. Women were dressed to impress - Men were dressed to get drunk :-P.
The most awaited guest of the night arrived quite early to my surprise. My first night out legally as a 21 year old in the good ol'city of Chennai couldn't have been better.
Pink floyd - stole the night away - N then the house tracks - evergreen music tracks of any DJ.
Bin tere sanam - had to be played. After all it was his song.
Meeting people after a year was good. Chennai crowd had changed a lot. Familiar faces have decreased quite a bit. But I spotted my usual Acquaintances were by the DJ cabin n arrived late. There is a new crowd in the block these days.
I was partying in Dublin after a year and a half. It was nice to see some old faces around - behind the bars. The bouncers had been promoted. As usual they did a great job.
The atmosphere was perfect , the night was young , the Mocktails were GREAT !
Can't wait for the ban on smoking to be implemented. and NO i don't have a British accent - I am still very much Indian.
The day started well - Mom's coffee - brothers tamtrums - it was good to be home.
Had a well deserved haircut -thanks to Pounds - that was kept on a hold for a very very long time.
N then it was time to PARTY !!
The night started with resident Dj's spinning the tracks to get the crowd going. Women were dressed to impress - Men were dressed to get drunk :-P.
The most awaited guest of the night arrived quite early to my surprise. My first night out legally as a 21 year old in the good ol'city of Chennai couldn't have been better.
Pink floyd - stole the night away - N then the house tracks - evergreen music tracks of any DJ.
Bin tere sanam - had to be played. After all it was his song.
Meeting people after a year was good. Chennai crowd had changed a lot. Familiar faces have decreased quite a bit. But I spotted my usual Acquaintances were by the DJ cabin n arrived late. There is a new crowd in the block these days.
I was partying in Dublin after a year and a half. It was nice to see some old faces around - behind the bars. The bouncers had been promoted. As usual they did a great job.
The atmosphere was perfect , the night was young , the Mocktails were GREAT !
Can't wait for the ban on smoking to be implemented. and NO i don't have a British accent - I am still very much Indian.
Heathrow - Terminal 3
15TH SEPTEMBER 2008
The drive to the airport began at 4:20 pm exactly. The gentlemen charged a nominal amount to be driven from Cambridge to Heathrow terminal 3. ON the way dad called to ask about the journey and I told him all was safe
Whilst speaking to him he mentioned about Lehman Brothers and Merrill lynch to which I happily replied and spoke about for awhile.
To my surprise the driver caught on and asked me about the financial situation and I explained the same to him saying that although the markets were in a turmoil the Indian markets were doing relatively well. He had worked for an equity trading firm for 5 years before he began driving the taxi. Irony of life , but he said he was happy. He had proposed to his girl friend in July and they intended to get married after 2 years and hence he was saving up. The crisis in the market had pulled him off his previous job. He has been driving the taxi for 6 years now. He has seen the world. Mexico, Italy ..
He wanted to go for a month long honeymoon and hence has decided not to travel for quite sometime in order to save up. Makes sense. Wedding is an expensive affair in the UK. He said the cheapest he could get with the church was 10,000 pounds. A good wedding was 16,000 pounds. That’s equivalent to a masters tuition fees !!
Finally I am here in the airport – 30 mins more to go …. Home is a DAY away ..!! *sigh*
The drive to the airport began at 4:20 pm exactly. The gentlemen charged a nominal amount to be driven from Cambridge to Heathrow terminal 3. ON the way dad called to ask about the journey and I told him all was safe
Whilst speaking to him he mentioned about Lehman Brothers and Merrill lynch to which I happily replied and spoke about for awhile.
To my surprise the driver caught on and asked me about the financial situation and I explained the same to him saying that although the markets were in a turmoil the Indian markets were doing relatively well. He had worked for an equity trading firm for 5 years before he began driving the taxi. Irony of life , but he said he was happy. He had proposed to his girl friend in July and they intended to get married after 2 years and hence he was saving up. The crisis in the market had pulled him off his previous job. He has been driving the taxi for 6 years now. He has seen the world. Mexico, Italy ..
He wanted to go for a month long honeymoon and hence has decided not to travel for quite sometime in order to save up. Makes sense. Wedding is an expensive affair in the UK. He said the cheapest he could get with the church was 10,000 pounds. A good wedding was 16,000 pounds. That’s equivalent to a masters tuition fees !!
Finally I am here in the airport – 30 mins more to go …. Home is a DAY away ..!! *sigh*
Saturday, 13 September 2008
The end -
13th of september 2008- the end and the begining of a new chapter - the chapter that would involve responsibilities, bills, savings and investments . In less than 10 hours I have to vacat this place. Room filled with memories of friends, pizzas, movies and for the first time my family of 4 shared one single room .... the journey was bumpy with the destination awaiting a sweet victory. To all my friends at the University of Warwick - Thank you for having been the greatest pillar of support - and the best companions one could ask for.
Cheers to the journey called LIFE !
Cheers to the journey called LIFE !
Saturday, 6 September 2008
ANd we are here ..!!!
Its coming to an end - A week more and all this would be history.
Its nice that I can finally have a chapter in my life wherein I could say: "When I was in the uni..." and the rest would be an exhilarating experience.
I had decided to stay here till the lease ends. Next week is going to be full of shopping ( which i am quite skeptical at the moment considering luggage restricitions ;-) ) , watching loads of online movies, nights out ( Chennai would not give me the luxury of staying with friends till 4am in the night and walk home ) , kitchen parties ( wreck this place apart ) and then .. the flight back home....
these would be THE days. .....!!
...... the story does continue ..........
To those were the days .......
Its nice that I can finally have a chapter in my life wherein I could say: "When I was in the uni..." and the rest would be an exhilarating experience.
I had decided to stay here till the lease ends. Next week is going to be full of shopping ( which i am quite skeptical at the moment considering luggage restricitions ;-) ) , watching loads of online movies, nights out ( Chennai would not give me the luxury of staying with friends till 4am in the night and walk home ) , kitchen parties ( wreck this place apart ) and then .. the flight back home....
these would be THE days. .....!!
...... the story does continue ..........
To those were the days .......
Monday, 1 September 2008
You got Youtubed...!!
Most grad students staying by him/her self - would definately know these two men or rather this one man: Jeff Dunham. But Walter, like he describes is someone we all know or would have met at one point in time.
Youtube and google videos have helped students through hellish essays , exams and sometimes even the boring nobel laureate's lectures :-P . (Lecture:An art of transferring information from the notes of the Lecturer to the notes of the students without passing through 'the minds of either' )
Indeed applicable !!
The purpose of this blog has been so showcase the fact that I am indeed one of those many grad students who takes time out to watch these videos. Some of the videos passed around do change a students perspective on life. Opening doors to possibilities never knocked on before. Videos like the Stanford Graduation ceremony, product launches, latest MUSIC, movie trailers .. are all watched on these service providers.
P2P sharing is banned in most university halls; hell we can't really blame the university for these rules because if it was relaxed, the network would be jammed and there would be chaos.
It is quite sad to learn that in some countries these websites are banned because the government is unable to control the content. But then again - everything has its ups and down.
For now I shall list the videos that I would watch on any given day :-)
(Google videos has the long version)
- Jeff Dunham :
- Achmed the dead terrorist- Love this guy
- Walter ( uncle :-P )
- Peanut
- It would be an injustice not to mention Russell Dominic Peters
- Stanford Graduation speaches
- The last lecture
Thats all for now - will update it soon ...!! Happy watching !!
(Please do update it !! )
Friday, 29 August 2008
10 working days & 3 weekends more !!
28th August 2007 - our accommodation was confirmed on campus and the room was allocated - Heronbank it was.
29th August 2007 - Exactly a year back - this day, I began counting days to leave for England. Everyday I would go up to my mom and tell her - __ so many days left and I am out of here.
She would get angry and pretend like she dint hear a thing. But in her heart she always knew that the little girl she chased around the house, around the building, up and down the stairs to feed her daily meals, someone she had to wake up everyday, someone she would call atleast thrice a day when she hadn't returned on time, someone with whom she would fight very often on curfews, someone with whom she actually enjoyed shopping but never accepted it; finally had to leave the comfort and security of the four walls she had created.
Today I am counting days to go back home (for awhile). To go back to that place where I know my privacy and freedom would be curtailed, where I would have to take mom/dad's permission to step out. Where I would have to justify why I am going out, why I am on the internet, why I don't want to eat, why I prefer this to that, why I would like to have a night out, why I would like to go for a drive, why I would want to visit my friends, why I would want to listen to music at this time of the hour, why I would want to stay awake, why I would want to watch a movie ...
The list is endless.
At the end of the day the list of reasons why I would still want to go back to that place I call HOME is small and could be counted by the fingers in one hand.
The one reason that beats them all is the love that they would show when I have returned home after months.
29th August 2007 - Exactly a year back - this day, I began counting days to leave for England. Everyday I would go up to my mom and tell her - __ so many days left and I am out of here.
She would get angry and pretend like she dint hear a thing. But in her heart she always knew that the little girl she chased around the house, around the building, up and down the stairs to feed her daily meals, someone she had to wake up everyday, someone she would call atleast thrice a day when she hadn't returned on time, someone with whom she would fight very often on curfews, someone with whom she actually enjoyed shopping but never accepted it; finally had to leave the comfort and security of the four walls she had created.
Today I am counting days to go back home (for awhile). To go back to that place where I know my privacy and freedom would be curtailed, where I would have to take mom/dad's permission to step out. Where I would have to justify why I am going out, why I am on the internet, why I don't want to eat, why I prefer this to that, why I would like to have a night out, why I would like to go for a drive, why I would want to visit my friends, why I would want to listen to music at this time of the hour, why I would want to stay awake, why I would want to watch a movie ...
The list is endless.
At the end of the day the list of reasons why I would still want to go back to that place I call HOME is small and could be counted by the fingers in one hand.
The one reason that beats them all is the love that they would show when I have returned home after months.
Tuesday, 26 August 2008
Mood Elevators !!
Several articles in the past have reported on various instruments that act as mood elevators. Movies, Music, Chocolates, Ice Creams, Friends, Family, Books etc...
Ever wondered how the human brain works ?
Its a question that has no conclusive answer.
The mind is way too powerful. Thats the reason they teach us about will power.
A recent conversation with a friend on the topic of placibo effects - made us realise how powerful the mind can be.
Surveys have shown that amongst most things that students download on campus - music tops the list.
It has also topped the list of mood elevators for decades in a row. The mind seems to understand and relate to the tones of music better than anything else. I haven't met anyone (yet) who doesn't like music. Everyone seems to enjoy music and the choices are endless.
Shivers down the spine, goosebumps, tears in the eyes, a smile on your face, nostalgia ....
We have all experienced this at somepoint or the other listening to music.
The soundtracks from the movie Lord of the Rings, inspired me to write this blog today.
Enya's voice alone can take you to places to have been before. Try watching LOR without the soundtrack - trust me its bad.
Remember the famous song " Don't worry be Happy" - thats an all time favourite and the best mood elevator I have come across.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjnvSQuv-H4
Get your list of mood elevators, you would never know when you would that one song to cheer you up.
Concluding this blog, I have realised that there is a lot of potential in the music industry and its the one market where there is no recession, no lay offs etc. ...
Ever wondered how the human brain works ?
Its a question that has no conclusive answer.
The mind is way too powerful. Thats the reason they teach us about will power.
A recent conversation with a friend on the topic of placibo effects - made us realise how powerful the mind can be.
Surveys have shown that amongst most things that students download on campus - music tops the list.
It has also topped the list of mood elevators for decades in a row. The mind seems to understand and relate to the tones of music better than anything else. I haven't met anyone (yet) who doesn't like music. Everyone seems to enjoy music and the choices are endless.
Shivers down the spine, goosebumps, tears in the eyes, a smile on your face, nostalgia ....
We have all experienced this at somepoint or the other listening to music.
The soundtracks from the movie Lord of the Rings, inspired me to write this blog today.
Enya's voice alone can take you to places to have been before. Try watching LOR without the soundtrack - trust me its bad.
Remember the famous song " Don't worry be Happy" - thats an all time favourite and the best mood elevator I have come across.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjnvSQuv-H4
Get your list of mood elevators, you would never know when you would that one song to cheer you up.
Concluding this blog, I have realised that there is a lot of potential in the music industry and its the one market where there is no recession, no lay offs etc. ...
Sunday, 24 August 2008
Whats nExt
Coming to England a year back, I was clueless about setting things up. I still remember, I brought something to cook and then realised the cooking utensils I would need. Gradually picking up pace, I brought almost everything one would need to cook.
The university accommodation came with certain basic amenities. As time passed by I personalised the little space to suit my needs.
Now this life is coming to an end. 3 more weeks and I am out of this room. Sept 13th - the lease ends.
What have I learnt ?
1. To set up a small house - I guess
2. To cook decent healthy meals - for myself
3. To manage time - :-P
4. To shop for groceries - for a change ;-)
5. Understand how to keep things clean *
6. Understand the life cycle of edible items - Mom's job is tough
7. Manage finances - Mom knows to do that well
8. Manage the earnings - Dad hats off to you
9. Understand: the government is out to get you - Taxes have to be checked regularly
10. Life is short - LIVE IT UP !!
The university accommodation came with certain basic amenities. As time passed by I personalised the little space to suit my needs.
Now this life is coming to an end. 3 more weeks and I am out of this room. Sept 13th - the lease ends.
What have I learnt ?
1. To set up a small house - I guess
2. To cook decent healthy meals - for myself
3. To manage time - :-P
4. To shop for groceries - for a change ;-)
5. Understand how to keep things clean *
6. Understand the life cycle of edible items - Mom's job is tough
7. Manage finances - Mom knows to do that well
8. Manage the earnings - Dad hats off to you
9. Understand: the government is out to get you - Taxes have to be checked regularly
10. Life is short - LIVE IT UP !!
* subject to market risks - as suggested by a new friend
This is my story so far, I am sure corporate world has more to teach and I shall update it soon, with what I learn by setting up a small apartment, managing monthly expenses when there is no venture capitalist funding it and managing a full time job. :-)
So far - so good :-)
Thursday, 21 August 2008
THe story of a CrAB...!!
The MSc in Finance course has nearly ended, and having been asked to read the economic times for the past 6 years has finally paid off. Reading the financial newspaper became interesting over the years. Not because I was "financially" inclined but because they started reporting on companies that interest a teenage girl ( couple of years a ago :-P ). Words like Chanel, Gucci, GAP, Christian Dior, Armani, on the pink paper suddenly made a lot of us. And the combination was splendid - the best brands on a friendly colour paper ( remember Legally Blonde ? - The pink resume !! )
After being neglected for years as a significant English speaking market - we have been spotted. We are now the hot spicy curry driving most of the balance sheets around the world. Magazines like Vogue , rock bands like the Rolling stones, U2 are all making their way to India. These companies are spending millions to make a grand entry into the market. Remember Virgin's Sir Richard Branson's stunt ? Nationally , the Tata's tookover foreign brands, Taj took over a hotel in New York, Infosys and Wipro are common names in the US now.
This blog would fail in its duties, if I forgot to mention Lakshmi Mittal. India's brand ambassador, who still holds an Indian passport and is an Indian Indian living in Britain. Then there is Zubin Mehta, Salman Rushdie, Amartya Sen ...
My question is - Would they have achieved the current level of success had they remained in the country ? (India)
It is a known fact that they have failed to replicate their success in India.
This was reported in the Times Magazine :
Some of this has to do with the mind-set of India's bureaucracy and the hangover of the old-license raj, with all its petty meddling. Then there is our traditional envy of success. Every child knows the story of the basket of Indian crabs: it did not need to be covered because every time an ambitious crab came close to the top, the other crabs pulled him down. It is no accident that many of the men who feature most often in our business magazines are nonresident Indians who live beyond the clutches of the bureaucratic establishment. But much of it also has to do with us. We are still a society that does not prize excellence and one that demands too little from our bureaucrats and politicians. Elections are still won and lost on populist slogans. Voters seldom reward good governance with renewed mandates. And Parliament and state assemblies are full of legislators with criminal records who neither believe in ideology nor bother about performance.
The crab story. This was narrated to me when I was 14 and I remember it till date because it seems to apply forever. Spend a year abroad and go back. You would know what I am talking about. The mind set of the Indian economy and the corporate world doesn't allow young Indians to break the traditional boundries. Whatever said and done, any ambitious Indian woman is "branded" before she is able to showcase her caliber. Hear the success stories of most Indian woman and you won't be surprised to hear how much they had to struggle, more than men ofcourse, first to prove a point that they have the potential and second that its not always about Women's "duties".
One thing is for certain, although I am proud to be an Indian, but I am sure that unless I am very strong mentally, succeeding in India would be a painful task. One would lose their friends, their identity, and probably forget who they originally were.
I now fear going back to make a corporate career. Will I get sucked into politics that involves talking about what I am wearing to work, to who I talk to , who I eat lunch with, who I went out with ?
I have been warned and its as follows :
know this for sure - things will be different when you get back.
people will claim you have changed, and some will also say not for the better
the fact is you will have changed, but in the end, we all do. and every experience we go through in life does change us in some fundamental way
the way forward is to defend who you are now while not forgetting who yo uwere before. and being comfortable with all of that :)
A long lost and found friend - gave me this warning, considering she has been through the same. All I have to say is, I intend to make a career in a field that involves talking, networking, speaking to random strangers etc.
I only hope and pray that the Indian youth changes its ideologies and understands one fundamental fact : the world is larger than you think and is way beyond the neighbourhood you live in.
After being neglected for years as a significant English speaking market - we have been spotted. We are now the hot spicy curry driving most of the balance sheets around the world. Magazines like Vogue , rock bands like the Rolling stones, U2 are all making their way to India. These companies are spending millions to make a grand entry into the market. Remember Virgin's Sir Richard Branson's stunt ? Nationally , the Tata's tookover foreign brands, Taj took over a hotel in New York, Infosys and Wipro are common names in the US now.
This blog would fail in its duties, if I forgot to mention Lakshmi Mittal. India's brand ambassador, who still holds an Indian passport and is an Indian Indian living in Britain. Then there is Zubin Mehta, Salman Rushdie, Amartya Sen ...
My question is - Would they have achieved the current level of success had they remained in the country ? (India)
It is a known fact that they have failed to replicate their success in India.
This was reported in the Times Magazine :
Some of this has to do with the mind-set of India's bureaucracy and the hangover of the old-license raj, with all its petty meddling. Then there is our traditional envy of success. Every child knows the story of the basket of Indian crabs: it did not need to be covered because every time an ambitious crab came close to the top, the other crabs pulled him down. It is no accident that many of the men who feature most often in our business magazines are nonresident Indians who live beyond the clutches of the bureaucratic establishment. But much of it also has to do with us. We are still a society that does not prize excellence and one that demands too little from our bureaucrats and politicians. Elections are still won and lost on populist slogans. Voters seldom reward good governance with renewed mandates. And Parliament and state assemblies are full of legislators with criminal records who neither believe in ideology nor bother about performance.
The crab story. This was narrated to me when I was 14 and I remember it till date because it seems to apply forever. Spend a year abroad and go back. You would know what I am talking about. The mind set of the Indian economy and the corporate world doesn't allow young Indians to break the traditional boundries. Whatever said and done, any ambitious Indian woman is "branded" before she is able to showcase her caliber. Hear the success stories of most Indian woman and you won't be surprised to hear how much they had to struggle, more than men ofcourse, first to prove a point that they have the potential and second that its not always about Women's "duties".
One thing is for certain, although I am proud to be an Indian, but I am sure that unless I am very strong mentally, succeeding in India would be a painful task. One would lose their friends, their identity, and probably forget who they originally were.
I now fear going back to make a corporate career. Will I get sucked into politics that involves talking about what I am wearing to work, to who I talk to , who I eat lunch with, who I went out with ?
I have been warned and its as follows :
know this for sure - things will be different when you get back.
people will claim you have changed, and some will also say not for the better
the fact is you will have changed, but in the end, we all do. and every experience we go through in life does change us in some fundamental way
the way forward is to defend who you are now while not forgetting who yo uwere before. and being comfortable with all of that :)
A long lost and found friend - gave me this warning, considering she has been through the same. All I have to say is, I intend to make a career in a field that involves talking, networking, speaking to random strangers etc.
I only hope and pray that the Indian youth changes its ideologies and understands one fundamental fact : the world is larger than you think and is way beyond the neighbourhood you live in.
Saturday, 12 April 2008
Exams and friends !!
There is one thing I have noticed about the whole period before exams.. that is when ideas to do something new and innovative pop-up, and for someone like me who has a concentration span of 40 mins, I certainly do know how that feels.
Sitting in the library I have made a lot of friends. Yes ! at the library. The concept of man being a social animal is well under-stood if at all you are normal when you try to lock yourself up for too long all alone.
There is a sort of pleasure in making friends and social networking web-sites like Facebook ( which i use ) helps keep in touch with friends. Going through my friends list I realised that I have come a long way. There are contacts on my list who were once strangers walking beside me, and now are good friends with whom I spend some quality time chatting on life and interesting issues.
As students meeting students from different parts of the university helps you get a broader picture on any topic you discuss. Be it a medical student talking about politics or an international development student talking about the various health issues facing a developing country.
In the end everything falls into place and you come out knowing more that you would have otherwise.
I am actually glad I chose to do this course. I have developed a circle of friends whom I would cherish and being a student rocks !!
Sitting in the library I have made a lot of friends. Yes ! at the library. The concept of man being a social animal is well under-stood if at all you are normal when you try to lock yourself up for too long all alone.
There is a sort of pleasure in making friends and social networking web-sites like Facebook ( which i use ) helps keep in touch with friends. Going through my friends list I realised that I have come a long way. There are contacts on my list who were once strangers walking beside me, and now are good friends with whom I spend some quality time chatting on life and interesting issues.
As students meeting students from different parts of the university helps you get a broader picture on any topic you discuss. Be it a medical student talking about politics or an international development student talking about the various health issues facing a developing country.
In the end everything falls into place and you come out knowing more that you would have otherwise.
I am actually glad I chose to do this course. I have developed a circle of friends whom I would cherish and being a student rocks !!
hidden dreams !!
Just last week Ft had come out with a magazine called " how to spend it ! " -
" Wine is no different from a stock market portfolio. You have to keep it finely tuned to make sure it's working for you, whether it's for profit or pleasure. "
Observing how the wealthy people live their life can create quite a story in itself. Just like all other things they are different types of 'wealthy' people as well.
Having met quite a few myself, I can say I know a "little" bit about them. You have the one's who splurge it all and the ones who hardly spend.
Warren Buffet says there are two rules that he follows:
Rule Number 1: do not lose any of your share holder's money.
Rule number 2: Do not forget rule number 1.
His advice to young people : "Stay away from credit cards and invest in yourself and
Remember :-
A. Money doesn't create man but it is the man who created money.
B. Live your life as simple as you are.
C. Don't do what others say, just listen to them, but do what makes you feel good.
D. Don't go on brand name; just wear those things in which you feel comfortable.
E. Don't waste your money on unnecessary things; just spend on things that you really need.
F. After all it's your life, then why give others the chance to rule your life."
Now, as someone who has looked upto him for advice and how to go about everyday things without money getting into your head, I would say there is just one thing that would disagree with him, and thats on point E. If we were to spend on things we really only need then we would hardly spend & wouldn't have to work hard. What is really required can be sustained with little money.
I shop when I know I can afford it. There has always been an Epinephrine (adrenaline) rush when you buy something out of the money you have earned for yourself. Having started to work at an early age because daddy refused to support my 'necessities' as a teenager, I know how it feels to splurge.
Splurging someone else's money or living it off someone else, doesn't really help much unless you have helped that someone earn that money.
If at all you wanna make it big then you must experience meeting people who have it all and who have none at all. It's good to touch base with both the sides because in reality they both exist. One cannot survive without the other (reality of life).
Having seen the two sides I can say I am ready. Ready to live it up. Life happens only once, its your way or you take the highway. (well explaining that just incase that wasn't enough: either you make your own road, or take the road someone has already laid). Remember the bumpier the ride, the sweeter the final destination.
I have a dream, a dream that one day I can fine dine in the best places without forgetting my roots.
" Wine is no different from a stock market portfolio. You have to keep it finely tuned to make sure it's working for you, whether it's for profit or pleasure. "
Observing how the wealthy people live their life can create quite a story in itself. Just like all other things they are different types of 'wealthy' people as well.
Having met quite a few myself, I can say I know a "little" bit about them. You have the one's who splurge it all and the ones who hardly spend.
Warren Buffet says there are two rules that he follows:
Rule Number 1: do not lose any of your share holder's money.
Rule number 2: Do not forget rule number 1.
His advice to young people : "Stay away from credit cards and invest in yourself and
Remember :-
A. Money doesn't create man but it is the man who created money.
B. Live your life as simple as you are.
C. Don't do what others say, just listen to them, but do what makes you feel good.
D. Don't go on brand name; just wear those things in which you feel comfortable.
E. Don't waste your money on unnecessary things; just spend on things that you really need.
F. After all it's your life, then why give others the chance to rule your life."
Now, as someone who has looked upto him for advice and how to go about everyday things without money getting into your head, I would say there is just one thing that would disagree with him, and thats on point E. If we were to spend on things we really only need then we would hardly spend & wouldn't have to work hard. What is really required can be sustained with little money.
I shop when I know I can afford it. There has always been an Epinephrine (adrenaline) rush when you buy something out of the money you have earned for yourself. Having started to work at an early age because daddy refused to support my 'necessities' as a teenager, I know how it feels to splurge.
Splurging someone else's money or living it off someone else, doesn't really help much unless you have helped that someone earn that money.
If at all you wanna make it big then you must experience meeting people who have it all and who have none at all. It's good to touch base with both the sides because in reality they both exist. One cannot survive without the other (reality of life).
Having seen the two sides I can say I am ready. Ready to live it up. Life happens only once, its your way or you take the highway. (well explaining that just incase that wasn't enough: either you make your own road, or take the road someone has already laid). Remember the bumpier the ride, the sweeter the final destination.
I have a dream, a dream that one day I can fine dine in the best places without forgetting my roots.
Sisters !!
Growing up we are always advised no matter how old you are. This specific message talks about certain things we young women take for granted..!! happy reading ..
SISTERS
A young wife sat on a sofa on a hot humid day, drinking iced tea and visiting with her Mother. As they talked about life, about marriage, about the responsibilities of life and the obligations of adulthood, the mother clinked the ice cubes in her glass thoughtfully and turned a clear, sober glance upon her daughter.
"Don't forget your Sisters," she advised, swirling the tea leaves to the bottom of her glass.
"They'll be more important as you get older. No matter how much you love your husband, no matter how much you love the children you may have, you are still going to need Sisters.
Remember to go places with them now and then; do things with them.
"Remember that 'Sisters' means ALL the women... your girlfriends, your daughters, and all your other women relatives too.
"You'll need other women. Women always do."
'What a funny piece of advice!' the young woman thought.
'Haven't I just gotten married? Haven't I just joined the couple-world? I'm now a married woman, for goodness sake! A grownup! Surely my husband and the family we may start will be all I need to make my life worthwhile!'
But she listened to her Mother. She kept contact with her Sisters and made more women friends each year. As the years tumbled by, one after another, she gradually came to understand that her Mom really knew what she was talking about. As time and nature work their changes and their mysteries upon a woman, Sisters are the mainstays of her life.
After more than 50 years of living in this world,
here is what I've learned:
THIS SAYS IT ALL:
Time passes.
Life happens.
Distance separates.
Children grow up.
Jobs come and go.
Love waxes and wanes.
Men don't do what they're supposed to do.
Hearts break.
Parents die.
Colleagues forget favors.
Careers end.
BUT.........
Sisters are there, no matter how much time and how many miles are between you.
A girl friend is never farther away than needing her can reach.
When you have to walk that lonesome valley and you have to walk it by yourself, the women in your life will be on the valley's rim, cheering you on, praying for you, pulling for you, intervening on your behalf, and waiting with open arms at the valley's end.
Sometimes, they will even break the rules and walk beside you.
Or come in and carry you out.
Girlfriends, daughters, granddaughters, daughters-in-law, sisters, sisters-in-law, Mothers, Grandmothers, aunties, nieces, cousins, and extended family, all bless our life!
The world wouldn't be the same without women, and neither would I.
When we began this adventure called womanhood, we had no idea of the incredible joys or sorrows that lay ahead.
Nor did we know how much we would need each other.
Every day, we need each other still.
SISTERS
A young wife sat on a sofa on a hot humid day, drinking iced tea and visiting with her Mother. As they talked about life, about marriage, about the responsibilities of life and the obligations of adulthood, the mother clinked the ice cubes in her glass thoughtfully and turned a clear, sober glance upon her daughter.
"Don't forget your Sisters," she advised, swirling the tea leaves to the bottom of her glass.
"They'll be more important as you get older. No matter how much you love your husband, no matter how much you love the children you may have, you are still going to need Sisters.
Remember to go places with them now and then; do things with them.
"Remember that 'Sisters' means ALL the women... your girlfriends, your daughters, and all your other women relatives too.
"You'll need other women. Women always do."
'What a funny piece of advice!' the young woman thought.
'Haven't I just gotten married? Haven't I just joined the couple-world? I'm now a married woman, for goodness sake! A grownup! Surely my husband and the family we may start will be all I need to make my life worthwhile!'
But she listened to her Mother. She kept contact with her Sisters and made more women friends each year. As the years tumbled by, one after another, she gradually came to understand that her Mom really knew what she was talking about. As time and nature work their changes and their mysteries upon a woman, Sisters are the mainstays of her life.
After more than 50 years of living in this world,
here is what I've learned:
THIS SAYS IT ALL:
Time passes.
Life happens.
Distance separates.
Children grow up.
Jobs come and go.
Love waxes and wanes.
Men don't do what they're supposed to do.
Hearts break.
Parents die.
Colleagues forget favors.
Careers end.
BUT.........
Sisters are there, no matter how much time and how many miles are between you.
A girl friend is never farther away than needing her can reach.
When you have to walk that lonesome valley and you have to walk it by yourself, the women in your life will be on the valley's rim, cheering you on, praying for you, pulling for you, intervening on your behalf, and waiting with open arms at the valley's end.
Sometimes, they will even break the rules and walk beside you.
Or come in and carry you out.
Girlfriends, daughters, granddaughters, daughters-in-law, sisters, sisters-in-law, Mothers, Grandmothers, aunties, nieces, cousins, and extended family, all bless our life!
The world wouldn't be the same without women, and neither would I.
When we began this adventure called womanhood, we had no idea of the incredible joys or sorrows that lay ahead.
Nor did we know how much we would need each other.
Every day, we need each other still.
Thursday, 3 April 2008
Men's Rules
I recieve a lot of mails that contain messages that are suppose to convey something beyond what is mentioned.. its like you are supposed to read between the lines...
what can u tell me from this ?
These are our rules!
Please note.. these are all numbered "1" ON PURPOSE!
1. Men are NOT mind readers.
1. Learn to work the toilet seat. You're a big girl. If it's up, put it down. We need it up, you need it down. You don't hear us complaining about you leaving it down.
1. Sunday sports it's like the full moon or the changing of the tides. Let it be.
1. Shopping is NOT a sport. And no, we are never going to think of it that way.
1. Crying is blackmail.
1. Ask for what you want. Let us be clear on this one:Subtle hints do not work!Strong hints do not work!Obvious hints do not work!Just say it!
1. Yes and No are perfectly acceptable answers to almost every question.
1. Come to us with a problem only if you want help solving it.. That's what we do. Sympathy is what your girlfriends are for.
1. Anything we said 6 months ago is inadmissible in an argument. In fact, all comments become Null and void after 7 Days.
1. If you think you're fat, you probably are. Don't ask us.
1. If something we said can be interpreted two ways and one of the ways makes you sad or angry, we meant the other one.
1. You can either ask us to do something Or tell us how you want it done. Not both. If you already know best how to do it, just do it yourself.
1. Whenever possible, Please say whatever you have to say during commercials..
1. Christopher Columbus did NOT need directions and neither do we.
1. ALL men see in only 16 colours, like Windows default settings. Peach, for example, is a fruit, not A colour. Pumpkin is also a fruit. We have no idea what mauve is.
1. If it itches, it will be scratched. We do that.
1. If we ask what is wrong and you say "nothing," We will act like nothing's wrong. We know you are lying, but it is just not worth the hassle.
1. If you ask a question you don't want an answer to, Expect an answer you don't want to hear. 1. When we have to go somewhere, absolutely anything you wear is fine... Really.
1. Don't ask us what we're thinking about unless you are prepared to discuss such topics as football or golf.
1. You have enough clothes.
1. You have too many shoes.
1. I am in shape. Round IS a shape!
1. Thank you for reading this. Yes, I know, I have to sleep on the couch tonight; but did you know men really don't mind that? It's like camping.
Pass this to as many men as you can - to give them a laugh. Pass this to as many women as you can - to give them a bigger laugh.
Counter Attack:
Time for some male bashing..... (For a change)...
Q: What is the difference between men and puppies?
A: Puppies grow up.
Q: Why do men always have a stupid look on their faces?
A: Because they are...
Q: What do men have in common with ceramic tiles?
A: Fix them properly once and you can walk all over them forever.
Q: If you drop a man and a brick out of a plane, which one would hit the ground first?
A: Who cares?????.. ....
Q: What did God say after he created man?
A: I can do better than this! And then he created woman!!!.
Q: What's the difference between an intelligent man & a UFO ?
A: I don't know, I've never seen either.
Q: What are two reasons why men don't mind their own business?
A: i) no mind ii) no business
Q: Why did Moses wander in the desert for 40 years?
A:! Because even back then men wouldn't ask for directions .
Q: What is the difference between men and pigs?
A: Pigs don't turn into men when they drink...
Q: What makes men chase women they have no intention of marrying?
A: The same urge that makes dogs chase vehicles they have no intention of driving.
Q: What do you do with a man who thinks he's God's gift?
A: Exchange him!!
Q: Why do men like smart women?
A: Opposites attract.
LMAO
what can u tell me from this ?
These are our rules!
Please note.. these are all numbered "1" ON PURPOSE!
1. Men are NOT mind readers.
1. Learn to work the toilet seat. You're a big girl. If it's up, put it down. We need it up, you need it down. You don't hear us complaining about you leaving it down.
1. Sunday sports it's like the full moon or the changing of the tides. Let it be.
1. Shopping is NOT a sport. And no, we are never going to think of it that way.
1. Crying is blackmail.
1. Ask for what you want. Let us be clear on this one:Subtle hints do not work!Strong hints do not work!Obvious hints do not work!Just say it!
1. Yes and No are perfectly acceptable answers to almost every question.
1. Come to us with a problem only if you want help solving it.. That's what we do. Sympathy is what your girlfriends are for.
1. Anything we said 6 months ago is inadmissible in an argument. In fact, all comments become Null and void after 7 Days.
1. If you think you're fat, you probably are. Don't ask us.
1. If something we said can be interpreted two ways and one of the ways makes you sad or angry, we meant the other one.
1. You can either ask us to do something Or tell us how you want it done. Not both. If you already know best how to do it, just do it yourself.
1. Whenever possible, Please say whatever you have to say during commercials..
1. Christopher Columbus did NOT need directions and neither do we.
1. ALL men see in only 16 colours, like Windows default settings. Peach, for example, is a fruit, not A colour. Pumpkin is also a fruit. We have no idea what mauve is.
1. If it itches, it will be scratched. We do that.
1. If we ask what is wrong and you say "nothing," We will act like nothing's wrong. We know you are lying, but it is just not worth the hassle.
1. If you ask a question you don't want an answer to, Expect an answer you don't want to hear. 1. When we have to go somewhere, absolutely anything you wear is fine... Really.
1. Don't ask us what we're thinking about unless you are prepared to discuss such topics as football or golf.
1. You have enough clothes.
1. You have too many shoes.
1. I am in shape. Round IS a shape!
1. Thank you for reading this. Yes, I know, I have to sleep on the couch tonight; but did you know men really don't mind that? It's like camping.
Pass this to as many men as you can - to give them a laugh. Pass this to as many women as you can - to give them a bigger laugh.
Counter Attack:
Time for some male bashing..... (For a change)...
Q: What is the difference between men and puppies?
A: Puppies grow up.
Q: Why do men always have a stupid look on their faces?
A: Because they are...
Q: What do men have in common with ceramic tiles?
A: Fix them properly once and you can walk all over them forever.
Q: If you drop a man and a brick out of a plane, which one would hit the ground first?
A: Who cares?????.. ....
Q: What did God say after he created man?
A: I can do better than this! And then he created woman!!!.
Q: What's the difference between an intelligent man & a UFO ?
A: I don't know, I've never seen either.
Q: What are two reasons why men don't mind their own business?
A: i) no mind ii) no business
Q: Why did Moses wander in the desert for 40 years?
A:! Because even back then men wouldn't ask for directions .
Q: What is the difference between men and pigs?
A: Pigs don't turn into men when they drink...
Q: What makes men chase women they have no intention of marrying?
A: The same urge that makes dogs chase vehicles they have no intention of driving.
Q: What do you do with a man who thinks he's God's gift?
A: Exchange him!!
Q: Why do men like smart women?
A: Opposites attract.
LMAO
Wednesday, 2 April 2008
Hearing the last lecture !!
Coming to a masters degree far away in a different continent,away from home, away from friends, I thought i would loose touch with my family. I was strong when I got into the aircraft, I remember laughing and smiling my way throughout for the next 2 and a half months. Come december, I gave my first exam, din't do well at all. I certainly did complain a lot about the course no doubt, because I thought that the money I was spending was not worth it. But on the other hand, I am learning to survive by myself. I know now that I can cook and eat :).
The journey so far has brought me very close to my parents. I have seen a side of them that I had not experienced living under the same roof. Same goes for my brother. Vivid experiences on campus taught me that nothing in life was more valuable that family and friends. If it was money, I can certainly earn it back, but people I can't.
I have made a lot of good friends on campus, learnt a lot of different things and have certainly learnt the Finance lingo. Now I can follow FT or economic times.
My academic achievements have not been good, but I am not ashamed because at the end of the day I have developed skills that no exam or books can teach me.
My friend stumbled upon this lecture delivered by a dying professor to his students. It was also passed on to me by numerous people in the following days. Every experience is a teacher and the fact it kept coming back to me meant that I had to learn something from it.
His words brought tears in my eyes. God should forgive me for saying this, but we as human beings have to know that we are dying and won't be around too long to be able to have fun without feeling guilty about it. He is in his last few months and is determined to have fun everyday.
The irony is that we become strong and brave once we know that there isn't a lot of time left.
I dont know about the people around me, but I am certainly going to enjoy everytime I step out. Life passes us in a giffy. I can't believe I have come to the end of this course.
I wish to share the link to that lecture with you all:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ji5_MqicxSo
There is also another video on youtube (yes as students on campus with no television ..this is what we do)
This was delivered by Steve Jobbs at the graduation ceremony for Stanford Students.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1R-jKKp3NA
After hearing these two, I have decided not to have any regrets because life is too short to have regrets and to make sure I don't , I would have to avoid doing things that I would regret later.
Be hungry .. be foolish :)
The journey so far has brought me very close to my parents. I have seen a side of them that I had not experienced living under the same roof. Same goes for my brother. Vivid experiences on campus taught me that nothing in life was more valuable that family and friends. If it was money, I can certainly earn it back, but people I can't.
I have made a lot of good friends on campus, learnt a lot of different things and have certainly learnt the Finance lingo. Now I can follow FT or economic times.
My academic achievements have not been good, but I am not ashamed because at the end of the day I have developed skills that no exam or books can teach me.
My friend stumbled upon this lecture delivered by a dying professor to his students. It was also passed on to me by numerous people in the following days. Every experience is a teacher and the fact it kept coming back to me meant that I had to learn something from it.
His words brought tears in my eyes. God should forgive me for saying this, but we as human beings have to know that we are dying and won't be around too long to be able to have fun without feeling guilty about it. He is in his last few months and is determined to have fun everyday.
The irony is that we become strong and brave once we know that there isn't a lot of time left.
I dont know about the people around me, but I am certainly going to enjoy everytime I step out. Life passes us in a giffy. I can't believe I have come to the end of this course.
I wish to share the link to that lecture with you all:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ji5_MqicxSo
There is also another video on youtube (yes as students on campus with no television ..this is what we do)
This was delivered by Steve Jobbs at the graduation ceremony for Stanford Students.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1R-jKKp3NA
After hearing these two, I have decided not to have any regrets because life is too short to have regrets and to make sure I don't , I would have to avoid doing things that I would regret later.
Be hungry .. be foolish :)
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