They say that time and tide waits for none. Although it’s
been a while since I sat on a beach, sunny day sipping a light lager- today
being my 27th birth anniversary I was sitting by the side of
Mississippi here. The river being a large one occasionally you do get to see some
“waves” so to speak. Looking at those waves something from the past came to my
mind- it was more like an idea.
If I were a surfer, my surf board will be my knowledge. How
much courage I have or how much skills I have would define the waves I would
choose to surf. Waves are opportunities. Skill is a funny word. In my
experience I feel courage is the one that defines a personality. I remember an
interview I gave when I graduated. Some lady asked me- “Where do you want to
see yourself 5 years from now?”. A text book interview question. I had set
myself a goal I thought I was capable of. Today when I am in that role I think,
do I really like doing this work?
When I was in school my dad used to say- “Work hard and don’t
think too much- hard work always pays off”. As I grew older I realized -hard
work pays off, but smart work pays off better! Now coming back to the surfer- I think the
real courageous act is waiting - watching the waves and deciding which one to
go for. The knowledge and skill just pulls it through. It’s important he plays
to his strengths and takes the right decision. But courage is more important,
it is essential to tumble once in a while. Like life, evaluate your past, work
on your present for a better future.
