Monday, June 15, 2020

Learning from my Elder Brother

My brother was at work when I phoned him. I asked, "what are you doing?" He said that he was helping out in fixing the roof of a house. The work that he now engaged in was 'iron roofing' rather than his 'wood polishing and painting'. I was amazed. He took up the available work. If he were to sit at home saying that he can't do any other work than 'wood polishing and painting', he could go on for some time and not long. He has a family to look after and to take care of the education of three children. My brother is a hero. His educational qualification is up to class 7. He learned from life. He continues to learn. He inspires me. Every work has its own dignity. You can earn a living when you are willing to do any work. Time is hard due to COVID-19. But the attitude towards work and life is nobler when you move on with life, no matter even if the worst befalls you. Difficulties are opportunities. Sitting idle and blaming situations are signs of purposelessness. Positivity and action are signs of a purpose-driven life. God bless you my dear "ഞാഞ്ഞ" (this is how I lovingly call him).