Never let discontent in...
by Amal Hewavissenti
 Discontent regarding a person’s
achievements is not a new phenomenon that puts down one’s spirits every
day such a sense of grievance or thwarted aspirations gains ascendancy
over his plans which might in turn miscarry lamentably making him fall
behind in social life.
We have frequently seen people who are in a state of euphoria once
they have a highly paid job for embark on a lucrative business.
We are
at the same time, baffled to see the same man wrapped in a mood that
clearly shows he has plunged into a world of enigmatic unhappiness and
despair for no clear reason, perhaps after a month’s time. The possible
reason? That is discontent of whatever done or whatever gained.
This problematic situation springs directly from his complete failure
to understand and assess himself in the face of the unprecedented
competitiveness of the bustling society. For example, someone may not
have the power to clearly define his targets or he may be having a
narrow outlook of his own skills and talents.
Such a person may be pretty fussy about the minor setbacks and
unexpected challenges and may aim at reaching quick success rather than
achieving a gradual, long-term success. He may have the tendency to
shirk his responsibilities and expect others to shoulder his
responsibilities to gain success in his life.
 This is a flagrant violation of one’s own attitudes because a man is
the sole guardian of his life and is accountable to everything he does.
Nobody can blatantly expect his parents, friends, relatives or superiors
to keep a tight rein on him or protect him even after he has reached the
stage where he can make independent decisions. If we lack the much
needed acumen for defining our targets or are unable to identify our
ability to act independently with a fresh approach, we are disappointing
our family members, friends and the whole society who depend on and
expect the best from us.
We are damaging the true value of ourselves and others if we adopt
the role of a mindless captain of a stranded ship who may not be
bothered about where the ship might drift.
First of all, you should become fully aware of your leadership
qualities and make a clear note of what will guide you to be happy. You
may undergo much physical hardship before you are on top of a mountain
for a panoramic view around you, as a baby, often knocked yourself on
the floor before you could walk steadily.
Though you grumbled and cried over the damaged limb, you had a
wonderful perseverance and unlimited courage to stand up and walk even
as a small baby.
If you reflect on the numerous challenges that you, as a child
successfully battled to be an adult, you will conclude that challenges
can be easily faced in your bid to gain happiness and contentment. Then
it is naturally questionable why we are powerless against challenges
that we easily overcame in our childhood and why we are unable to employ
the same enthusiasm and mental power to be happy.
Any person who has displayed an undaunted spirit and strength in the
face of difficulties during the childhood, should not in any way,
sacrifice his happiness to petty challenges. Never dishonour the
undaunted mettle, courage, a leadership latent in you by attributing
your success to the concept of ‘luck’.
 You can definitely lead your life to resounding success and
contentment if only you correctly recognise potential leadership
qualities and talents because it is you who know best about yourself
more than anyone else. Try to see yourself through the mirror of your
mind and never try to analyse yourself on the guidelines of a palmist.
Finally, try to be totally content with your achievements however
insignificant they may seem.
Minor achievement is the giant step towards a breakthrough that will
decide everything. So dispel discontent. |
