Some Unsolicited Advice to Myself
At the start of this New Year, I resolved not to give any unsolicited advice—a habit I’ve held for a long time and one I wasn’t particularly proud of. Despite my efforts, I couldn’t resist sharing this, as I feel it might resonate with you. These are lessons I’ve tried to apply in my life that have profoundly changed the way I view the world. 1. The Analogy of Raavanudu (Raavan) and Ramudu (Great Ram) I can’t recall exactly where I picked up this analogy, but it has transformed how I perceive people and myself. How we should view others: We need to cultivate the patience and courage to be like Rama, who could see multiple heads in a person. Every human has multiple facets or “personalities.” If we fail to recognize this complexity, we risk generalizing or stereotyping them. By acknowledging and appreciating the different “heads” in people—their strengths, weaknesses, and nuances—we can foster deeper understanding and appreciate the harmony it brings to our existence. Ho...