The Path of Purpose: Walking the Rope of Life
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Zindagi ka safar, and its DISHA is often symbolized by a rope—one that signifies the path God or destiny has set for us. Our intent by birth is to hold onto this rope firmly and walk in its direction.
However, when influenced by material desires and physical pleasures, our mind creates distractions.
Those who succumb to these temptations lose the game early in their life, while others continue forward, making spiritual, financial, emotional, and social progress.
Those who left the rope still have a chance to return, and some make successful reentry.
People who quit here are giving up at 1st level; hence,
it is a LEVEL 1 EXIT early 20's
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But as we all know, progress can also present new impediments. After achieving a certain level of success, some of us may feel a sense of satisfaction, leading to stagnation.
We want to stop pushing forward, take extended breaks, or slow down our efforts.
Also,
success is a heady feeling inflating the ego
complacency, acting like a barrier
, and lack of ambition can hinder progress and reduce the pace.
So we quit the game. *LEVEL-2 EXIT* early 50's
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From here on, some others continue to persevere.
Among those who continue, some willingly decide to slow down, having reached a point where the relentless pursuit of work seems less meaningful.
Many develop new interests at this stage—reading, travelling, focusing on health, or engaging in seva.
They reach a point in life and say to themselves:
Bohot hogaya! It's time to stop focusing only on my needs;
Mai kitna bi kama loon is not enough for my loved ones or me. Let me retire and focus on resting; if time permits, I want to serve others. LEVEL 3 EXIT early 60's
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However, some heroes never quit. They work tirelessly, enduring defeats, setbacks, and hardships but never giving up.
These people relentlessly push forward, overcoming every obstacle in their way.
When they reach a point where they have earned and gained enough, they focus on giving back.
This desire stems from the maturity and experience gained out of living 2/3rd of their life; by visualizing the end of their physical body, they engage in charity and philanthropy, supporting those less fortunate and those who struggle to meet their needs through their efforts.
At this junction, those who worked hard and never stopped can contribute far more significantly than those who paused their journey to pursue personal endeavours at level 3.
BUT
99% of us quit at this point—LEVEL 4 EXIT early70's
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Beyond this point, only a select few superheroes can continue participating in the game. They dedicate their zindagi —not for themselves but with a vision for the well-being of lesser privileged families.
They understand that only their efforts can sustain businesses, support employees and their families, and create opportunities for those who have been loyal to them.
As they approach the sunset years of their lives, they slowly start grooming their successors to pass on the baton.
Till this stage, they never thought of quitting the game.
One such man is Ratan Tata and one such woman is Anu Agha.
Ratan Tata, a visionary leader, held on to the rope tightly and walked the path with uncompromising commitment, never stopping, never retreating.
UNKA SAFAR UNKI MANZIL SE BI BADA THA.
it was about building, nurturing, and giving back.
His leadership extended to the very end, shaping a legacy of seva , zimmedari and vishwas.
He exemplifies the philosophy of holding the rope firmly, walking the path, and dedicating his lifes journey not just to personal success but to the betterment of society.
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In the end, the path we choose defines our legacy.
Hum rukh rahe hai ya peeche hat rahe hai ya aage bad rahe hai , ye nirnai hi humari safar AUR manzil tai karta hai - Whether we pause, retreat, or continue walking with purpose, our journey is ours to shape.
But those who persist—who hold onto the rope and walk forward despite the trials—leave behind something far greater than success: a legacy of impact, inspiration, and selfless service.
A salute to all the super heros. They live beyond time.
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Footnote : As I have started teaching entrepreneurship in the college, I have started reading the stories of people who never called it quits, the more I read, the more I learn, the more I know, the better I can inspire STUDENTS to become Ratans and Anu's of the world.
