Everyone looks at new things , new ways rather doubtfully. But I think that its just a fear of doing something new or adopting the ways we don’t know. When we opened our textbooks and looked at the lesson most of us felt nervous and uncertain. Why? Because it was a new lesson we haven’t learnt it earlier. We might at that moment feel that may be its impossible for us to grasp it. But it was not true,its only the fear of unknown. Once we think something is impossible, our thinking stops and we can’t go ahead with anything.  Impossible is a word that is a roadblock to success.

I think there is only one way to avoid fear… start doing something you are afraid of. Leave all the doubts regarding victory. May be it takes time but there is every chance to win or make anything possible.

If deaf Beethoven whose symphonies are popular world wide can become a riot in the field of music and Keller ; a deaf, blind  and dumb whose writings are remembered even today, I think ‘Nothing is impossible’ once you have the will to do something.

I wish I could remember where I put things. I spend half my life looking for my keys, with the the other half I look for my glasses. I was at my ophthalmologist for a regular checkup and found some useful summer eyecare tips shared by him.

• Water removes toxins from body and puffiness from eyes so drink plenty of water to avoid sunken eyes due to dehydration.
• It’s recommended to blink frequently which helps to remove foreign particles from the eye and also restores moisture.
• Splash eyes with cool water frequently which helps to relax and refresh eyes.
• Sunglasses with UV protection should be wore since sunrays are harmful during peak daytime.
• Rest refreshes eyes and helps them work better so never compromise on rest.

Hearts are very much like glasses. If they do not break with the first ring, they usually last a considerable time…this is from me guys. The greatest disadvantage of wearing glasses i have ever experienced is “famous people come up to me, but I don’t know who they are because my sight is so bad.”

For all those who want to know…what’s the fuss all about ?

1. Who is Anna Hazare?

An ex-army man. Fought 1965 Indo-Pak War.

2. What’s so special about him?

He built a village Ralegaon Siddhi in Ahmad Nagar district, Maharashtra.

3.  So what?

This village is a self-sustained model village. Energy is produced in the village itself from solar power, biofuel and wind mills. In 1975, it used to be a poverty clad village. Now it is one of the richest village in India. It has become a model for self-sustained, eco-friendly & harmonic village.

4. Ok,…?

Anna Hazare was awarded Padma Bhushan and is a known figure for his social activities.

5. Really, what is he fighting for?

He is supporting a cause, the amendment of a law to curb corruption in India.

6. How that can be possible?

He is advocating for a Bil, The Lok Pal Bill (The Citizen Ombudsman Bill), that will form an autonomous authority who will make politicians (ministers), beurocrats (IAS/IPS) accountable for their deeds.

8. It’s an entirely new thing right..?

In 1972, the bill was proposed by then Law minister Mr. Shanti Bhushan. Since then it has been neglected by the politicians and some are trying to change the bill to suit thier theft (corruption).

7. Oh.. He is going on a hunger strike for that whole thing of passing a Bill ! How can that be possible in such a short span of time?

The first thing he is asking for is: the government should come forward and announce that the bill is going to be passed.Next, they make a joint committee to DRAFT the LOK PAL BILL. 50% goverment participation and 50% public participation. Because you cant trust the government entirely for making such a bill which does not suit them.

8. Fine, What will happen when this bill is passed?

A LokPal will be appointed at the centre. He will have an autonomous charge, say like the Election Commission of India. In each and every state, Lokayukta will be appointed. The job is to bring all alleged party to trial in case of corruptions within 1 year. Within 2 years, the guilty will be punished. Not like, Bofors scam or Bhopal Gas Tragedy case, that has been going for last 25 years without any result.

9. Is he alone? Who else is there in the fight with Anna Hazare?

Baba Ramdev, Ex. IPS Kiran Bedi, Social Activist Swami Agnivesh, RTI activist Arvind Kejriwal and many more. Prominent personalities like Aamir Khan is supporting his cause.

10. Ok, got it. What can I do?

At least we can spread the message. How? Putting status message, links, video, changing profile pics. At least we can support Anna Hazare and the cause for uprooting corruption from India. At least we can hope that his Hunger Strike does not go in vain. At least we can pray for his good health.

It gives me immense pleasure to inform you that on 20th February 2011, Nagpurians are going to get blessed with the presence of Parampujya Gurudev Sri Sri Ravishankar ji – The founder of ‘The Art of Living Foundation’- one of the world’s largest volunteer based, humanitarian and educational Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO), operating globally in 151 countries.

A unique and grand musical event named ‘Lay Tarang’ – a spiritual confluence of singing, dancing and music with 3000 artists on one stage has been organized by the Art of Living Nagpur in honour of His visit. The event is of such a magnitude that it may end up creating a new Guinness World record. On the top of it Shri Shankar Mahadevan will appear as a special singer for the event. The event is organized not with the intention of creating world records but only with the idea of providing one platform to the artists and musicians of Vidarbha to do something meaningful and value in their life. The event will be telecast live with a link to watch in 150 countries. So catch me LIVE. Repeat telecasts are also expected in future.

So be a part of this celebration.

Venue: Reshimbagh ground, Reshimbagh, Nagpur

Time: 6.30 pm to 9.00 pm, Sunday, the 20th February, 2011.