I was born with a congenital fault,or default-I don't know which-to keep doing something or the other throughout the day.It is very oxymoronish to hunt for odd jobs to occupy me and then complain of being overburdened with work.No one compels me to do this or that.The compulsion comes from within.How does one categorise this tendency?Is it a blessing or a curse?
Actually I have many reasons to be thankful for it.It keeps me fit and supple.Very little chances of my joints creaking from disuse.I don't feel like a sucker-I am doing my bit to justify my existence on this planet.Keeping busy,indulging in various activities broadens my vision and adds to my bag of skills.
I hate to request anyone to do something for me unless I am unable to do it myself.This comes from a yen for selfreliance,perfection,and also a bit of ego.Looks like I myself have chosen this kind of life--no destiny or default at fault :(.
Happy as am to potter around my home doing this or that,sometimes I do look wistfully at those who enjoy greater leisure time.I guess their minds must be more at peace than mine,because I become restless if I have nothing to do.
If not a life of leisure what about a thundering career?There was no career to speak of.I could have carved out a distinct identity for myself if only I had stepped outside my comfort zone.But my utter content failed to niggle me to look beyond my home and family.
Did I choose right?What do you think?
Respect grows for you mate for this positivity, independence and zing for life. An empowering post.
ReplyDeleteYou have totally floored me Vishal.Thanks a million.
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DeleteYou are the best person to answer that, Indu.
ReplyDeleteIf you are content then you must have made the right choices.
Yes I am content but then,I believe in adapting according to the circumstances.
DeleteKeeping a family together is no small feat, as is raising kids right. I wonder why we women most often overlook that and never pat ourselves on the back for that job well done?
ReplyDeleteWell now,my Dottie gives me full marks.
ReplyDeleteFrankly it is a blessing to do as much as one can do as there is nothing more satisfying in doing things one can possibly do:)
ReplyDeleteThank you Rahul.
DeleteThat's inspiring! Bet you are a role-model for many!
ReplyDeleteEven I like to be self-reliant :)
Yes selfreliance is very empowering,but i don't know about the role model part.
DeleteBeen a long time Anita :).
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DeleteYour positivity spills in your posts. Also the clarity of thought.
ReplyDeleteYou are blessed to be healthy and fit enough to pac a punch. More power to you Indu.
What a sweet thing to say Alka.I am overwhelmed.
DeleteThanks a lot :)