Friends this has been a week of great grief and pain. As the 2nd wave has hit us harder than presumed. Many parts of India were in complete lockdown mode. It was a sorry sight to see ambulances and patients lining up in front of hospitals. During these tough times, it's essential we stay positive and strong.
“This too shall pass”, these magic words taught me the power of impermanence and gave me the courage to bounce back from any difficult situation. The basic idea of these words is to remind us that, whatever be the situation we go through in life, it is temporary and bound to change. Legend has it, that these words were engraved on a monarch’s ring, by his wise men to remind him that joy, sorrow, exultation of victory or desolation of defeat are temporary.
The world has seen many more difficult times and every time we have come out stronger. Everything changes except the law of change. We have experienced many elated moments with support and setbacks, victory and defeat. They all have passed away over a period of time, maybe short or long, but have eventually passed on, leaving us to face the impending task with more vigor and resolution.
Therefore, let us be rest assured that during these days of trial and trouble. Hardship, pain and grief caused by the pandemic throughout the world, will not last forever. “This, too, shall pass”.
Stay strong, stay positive, exercise, and stay healthy, we will push through these challenges with grace and poise.