Very touching indeed and while, I am happy about you and inspired from your story, I am really struggling to make it ALL HAPPEN in my case, although I think I have answers to all the Qs and working hard in my own way to get the act and two (2) and two (2) and other bits and pieces together … but its taking toooooooooo long and seems like, I am breaking down and therefore … I feel the survival is difficult if not impossible under life changing process of meaning & purpose

(For some reason we think our survival depends on it …. Of course this is not true.)

Am I getting what I want out of life? Not much …
Am I looking for ways to make my aspirations and dreams a reality? Surely YES …
Do I know who I want to be when I grow whole? I think so ….

1. I work at what I love to do … Trying desperately with hiccups;
2. My daily choices are driven by a strong sense of purpose …
yes with ups & downs
3. There is a clear alignment between what I say my priorities are, and how I spend my time….
Definitely trying to work with dots and dashes in between
4. I invest in making a difference in the lives of others…
Trying desperately with lots of opposition / bumps on the road and missing links
5. I know what I would like to be remembered for… look at my note

I wish to realize my God gifted GREAT potentials. I perceive myself as creative Genius as molded by the Creator in his own image with the shinning brilliant creative intellect, peace with all the natural & Universal – Creative Truths for this, I need a nurturing environment along with freedom at all levels.

EPITAPH: Er. ANUP BAGLA
“Here lies a person who gave or has given his life for development of scientific temper, sustainable development, concern for environment, Life & liveliness and making life easier for others by development of innovative products and processes, left the world a little better by a garden patch, greener and cleaner technologies, doing good and being good on a personal level across the society in general…a Great writer, Engineer, scientist and inventor”

…..to sum up: Live & let live, do not harm / hurt anyone, have worthwhile goals for green belt / patch, living this planet a better place than before; doing and being good

“To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people
and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest
critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty,
to find the best in others; to leave the world a little better; whether
by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition;
to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived.
This is the meaning of success.”

-Ralph Waldo Emerson

There should not be the feeling that I am taking more than giving…

Am inspired about your dad’s story… 2 years ago, I almost lost my mom. My life came to a FULL stop & immediately thought how short life can be. It was an eye opener & it made me appreciate so much more. I was going full force for so long that I wasn’t paying full attention to people who love me most.. Awesome article. Art Lewin