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A Tribute from the Heart
The ever-
fascinating world of the Internet has introduced me to writings of
beautiful people like Dr. William Stimson, Bob Perks, Maalok, Michael
Levy, Roy Morley and some others. One of my most favorite writers is Dr.
Wayne Dyer, ever since I impulsively picked up his book “Your Erroneous
Zones” years back. The fluidity of their styles, the motivation in their
words always make me wonder why I cannot write just a teensy weensy way
like they do.
What makes their writing stand apart? The stories they tell are simple,
true and straightforward. Their words spring from honesty, humility,
courage, compassion, personal learning and experience and strike the
bull’s eye – the core of your being. To be honest and humble requires real
courage. Courage to admit that you are human enough to make mistakes, that
you have acted from selfishness or mediocrity and that your ego has taken
a thrashing by an incident or person who is much larger than life and you.
Such humility reflects true greatness of spirit. They write from inner
conviction. From a faith that remains steadfast in the face of trials and
tribulations. Their words surge forward like clear, refreshing spring
water from the depths of their souls. The still clarity of these waters
throws back at us the reflections of our true selves.
These magnanimous souls are always ready to learn even while they are
greatly sought after speakers and teachers. Another facet of a humble
spirit! A snatch of conversation here, a seemingly uninteresting common
person on the street, a great hurricane or an apparently mundane incident
is all grist for their uncommon minds that pour forth great inspirational
thoughts. They do not come from egocentric perceptions and beliefs. They
come from awareness and love for their readers. With genuine meekness they
are ever connected to the Universal Life force from which all existence
emanates. They believe in the oneness of creation, in the
interconnectedness of all beings and forms. The tragedies and conflicts of
a spiritually, emotionally, psychologically or economically struggling
humanity stirs their sympathy and they reach out to heal, to touch other
lives with kindness. They do not see themselves as apart from or above
others. Their personal struggles to reach where they have come identify
them with the rest of us.
That all may not be famous and world-renowned is inconsequential. What
they have to share with the world is beautiful; it is priceless and they
give it without wanting much in return. They illumine, they transform
lives, and they carry the world onward on the strength of their
convictions and genuine counsel. It does not matter that there will always
be some who will criticize them; they are not afraid of ridicule and so
can talk openly about their emotions, observations and experiences
–humiliating or bitter ones notwithstanding. They have learnt to see
stepping-stones where others see only obstacles. They see miracles in what
others dismiss as mere coincidence. They have risen way beyond hurt and
mortifications to stand tall and proud. Wanting others also to stand tall
and proud with them they lovingly share their wisdom with us.
Their wisdom makes them neither sanctimonious nor pontifical. Au
contraire, they are amazingly gracious. It is unpretentious meekness, a
discerning intellect, a non-judgmental candor and the deep empathy with
which they regard all beings that puts them a notch above others. They do
not preach at us and so their words fly unobstructed from their hearts
straight into ours. Whatever they may gain in the process is purely
incidental. Monetary gains, fame and recognition are always welcome, but
they take on a secondary status for writers of their stature. And I mean
all those who write from their hearts, unaffectedly, from the pure
intention of wanting to benefit others. Not just because they love to
write but more because they love their readers. I write this today because
I love these writers. Some wonderful souls who have touched my heart are
anonymous, but my gratitude and indebtedness go out equally to them. I
SALUTE YOU ALL.
–
Shernaz Wadia
September 26, 2004
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