Good morning, dear readers!
Let me whisk you away to a world where life moved at the pace of a hand-wound clock, and 10 paisa could fetch you a hot cup of tea or a plate of sambar rice that could rival your grandma’s cooking. This isn’t fiction—it’s the story of Ravi Prakash, a man who turned struggle into his middle name and life lessons into his legacy.
The Daily Grind: When 24 Hours Felt Too Short
Picture this: the alarm rings at 5:45 AM. By 7:15, Ravi is out the door, on his way to the factory. From 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, it’s all work and no play. Then comes a mad dash to evening college, only to return home at 9:30 PM. A routine so tightly packed, even a Swiss watch would gasp in admiration.
But it wasn’t just about being busy; it was about survival. Ravi recalls his mother’s mantra: “Only work hard will be your result.” A belief etched deep in his psyche by the tender age of six.
Here’s the kicker: our childhood beliefs are like software. They run quietly in the background, dictating every move, every decision, long before we’re aware of them. If you’re curious about the science of it, grab “TA Today” by Dr. Eric Berne or the Kannada masterpiece “Manasu Illa the Margha” by Dr. Meena Gundi Subramanyam. They’ll open your eyes to the inner workings of the human mind—and why your parents are partly to blame for your quirks.
The Tale of Two Jobs: CFTRI vs. Bharat Electronics
Here’s where the plot thickens. Out of nowhere, Ravi received an appointment letter from CFTRI, Mysore—a dream job with a pension plan! But alas, fear got the better of him. The thought of breaking an agreement with Bharat Electronics felt like jumping into a pit of snakes.
Imagine Ravi standing at a fork in the road, much like Indiana Jones choosing between a booby-trapped tunnel and a rope bridge. He chose the factory, a decision he describes as both divine intervention and divine comedy.
Tea, Coupons, and Life’s Simple Joys
While the job didn’t come with luxuries, it offered 10-paisa sambar rice, 5-paisa tea, and a slice of bread with butter for a dime. These weren’t just meals; they were lifelines that kept him going. Think of it as the 1970s version of a “happy hour,” minus the cocktails.
But amidst the tea breaks and buttered bread, life kept serving Ravi unexpected surprises. Like a letter from his principal—a bittersweet reminder of roads not taken.
What We Can Learn from Ravi’s Journey
Life doesn’t always give you the luxury of mobile phones or GPS-guided decisions. Sometimes, it hands you a job, a plate of sambar, and a tough choice. And that’s okay. Ravi’s story teaches us that even in the face of missed opportunities, grit and gratitude can turn any situation into a stepping stone.
Signing Off:
Here’s to finding joy in the small things, courage in the big decisions, and faith in the unseen hand guiding us all. And remember, whether you’re sipping 5-paisa tea or navigating the maze of life’s choices, every step shapes the story you’ll one day tell.
P.S. Life may not always be sambar and sunshine, but as Ravi says, “The ways of God are beautiful.” Trust the process—it’s always brewing something extraordinary.
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