Problem of Problems!

Once you have read everything in a Magazine then you come to a realization of ‘what’ to read, similar to the fact that once you have lived your life then you comes to a realization of ‘how’ to live. Having done so, one comes to a point where one feels like reaching out to people. This afterthought is an insight of varied paths which lie in front of us all; a canvas of possibilities on which we could paint varied pictures – a reality – emanating from our subjective consciousness. Taking this journey of introspection, one reaches the shores of internal realms where words and images blend in to eternal ‘Cause’.
Wise among us have taken that journey in order to discover the essence of all things. It is reassuring to know that where our efforts end, an everlasting will extend, in order to perpetuate our just cause. It is, as if, divine cause works to have our cause fulfilled. It is to give us mortar to create an eternal abode. Time loses its relativity and meaning in this journey of introspection, where there are no cycles of sun and moon, therefore, the rules are ever constant. However in this realm, observer as much influences the environment as much environment influences the observer. However, these influences are discreet. A desire will bring home what is cherished, moments become easy, creativity enhanced – one can bring in to existence his reality – based on past and current influence. However material world works against persons will – slowing it, denying it, asking him to strive more and more until he actualizes himself. Thus these, so called problems, shape his spirit and soul.
Those in the domain of counseling would attest to the fact that most of our problems are self manufactured. In general, the way we habitually think and feel about issues determine the way we approach a problem. The dark remorse and chains of regrets contribute too much heartache; it does not serve any one anything. It is best to close the doors on problems of the past and move on with the purpose of living. In fact, the very label ‘problem’ leads to dejection and disappointment. Relabeling them as an ‘opportunity’ or ‘challenge’ would impel us to muster all of the power towards a stimulus. It is like a laser beam (of concentrated effort) which can cut through thickest of steel-sheet. It is our choice to be like steel which is forged by a hammering of life’s problems or be like a glass which is shattered by a single blow. The determining factor in individual’s life is how he/she handles problems.
Then, there are circumstances which are beyond the control of mortals and which can very well be regarded as a problem. The death of a parent, wife, brother or any other significant other which seemed nothing but alienation, somewhat assumes the aspect of a guide. This may bring in a revolution in our way of life, terminating a period of dependency waiting to be closed. This may brings in a new era of growth, or formation of new acquaintances and reception of new influences which would herald in a new era of development. In the words of Ralph Waldo Emerson ‘ the man or women who would have remained a sunny garden flower, with no room for its roots and too much sunshine for its head, by the falling of the walls and the neglect of the gardener, is made the banyan of the forest, yielding shade and fruit to wide neighborhoods of men’.
Problems are growth-stimulators. It is through problems that human spirit is forged in to greatness, of one sort or another. Those without problems are relegated to deep waters of failure. In embracing the problems, one realizes the true meaning and zest of life; this entails growth and self actualization through deep study, earnest and sustained effort towards a cherished goal in life. However this only happens when one realizes the necessity of problems in one’s life, thereby encouraging a constant stream of difficulties. One would argue that this would lead to masochism of sort. Answer is: Highly unlikely. In fact this would ensure a steady growth and maturity.
In conclusion within every problem there are seeds of equal, if not more, benefits. Realization of these facts makes us cognizant of the necessity of problems. We welcome them for what new message they bring for us. Take out a paper and draw a line in the middle. Write problem on one side and opportunity on the other; subsequently make a sustained effort in converting these so-called problem in to an opportunities. Keeps this paper with yourself, for you will be astonished in few years time, how things have turned out!