Being
born on 18th of February, my Sun Sign is Aquarius according to
Western school of astrology and Aries (Moon Sign), as per the Indian system. The
Western astrologers believe that mankind is gradually heading towards the
ultimate golden era, called the Aquarian Age--the highest stage of our
evolution possible. Equally, this particular stage is described by the Indian
astrologers as the Satya Yug or the Age of Truth. As an Aquarian therefore, I
feel great in learning that I somehow hazily resemble to the future citizens of
the mystical and mythical Aquarian Age or Satya Yug; in today’s time. The Aquarians
are considered as the water-bearer of the earth, humane, benevolent, genius and
friends to everyone they meet or even have not met, as yet. They could be topsy-turvy
or weird; being original in their thoughts and by remaining far, far ahead of
their contemporary peers, say the astrologers.
As
a person, I love freedom of the individuals (with societal and logical
restrictions), to experiment with life and its opportunities (without much or
unnecessary risks to self and others), espouse the ideal of ‘live and let live’,
creative pursuits, people and their culture, the bounties of nature,
non-violence, truth, material comforts and security; but not in excess, though.
Additionally,
I like to eat the Indian traditional vegetarian food and appreciate much, the
rich socio-cultural-religious traditions (present and past) of people,
everywhere.
I
love to watch the Tom and Jerry show (created by William Hanna and Joseph
Barbera) and read /view The Adventures
of Tintin (created by Herge), as and when I find time to do so and want to
relax or escape, instantly.
Some
of my favorite books are The Prophet (Kahlil Gibran), Nausea (Jean-Paul Sartre),
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland (Lewis Carroll), Animal Farm (George Orwell), The
Logic of Scientific Discovery, The Open Society and Its Enemies, The Poverty of
Historicism, Conjectures and Refutations, etc. (Karl Popper), The Book of Love:
Poems of Ecstasy and Longing (Rumi) and Shrimat
Bhagavad Gita (Narrated by Saint Vedyas), the ancient sacred and eternal scripture of Hinduism.
Science,
technology, inventions, music, photography, art and travel; interest me much.
I
often look at the nature and its splendors, with much awe and appreciation for
its prowess, beauty, aesthetic, and perfection. It instantly makes me humble,
for reasons unknown to me (or rather, I prefer it best to not find it out, as
the best option).
For
earning a buck, I taught and teach graduate and post-graduate students and love
to be in their company, as a friend and guide ‘for the time being’.
I
do not like lies and meanness in people. Knowing fully well that the pains and
sufferings are inevitable (but not permanent), I try to imagine an ideal world/situation,
bereft of it.
I
always like to work hard with sincerity. Still, I find enough free times to
just lazy around for hours and days, for a change and fun.
I
fancy and envy the ordinary and common-man or the faceless person in the crowd.
I try and try forever; to be like them; someday, somehow! Naturally, I take
Gandhi (Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi) as my hero; therefore.
A
socio-spiritual journey to reach my destinations is what I search for, and strive
to achieve peace and happiness (within me and with others); as the finality of
the purpose of life and living; along with material prosperity and good health.
I too recognize the creations of God and His-Her presence in both the animate
and inanimate things, believing that God can also be reached directly without mediations
or rituals; though I do not discount their importance to any extent. (Probably
you believe in it or probably you do not believe in it. In either scenario, I
respect your belief. What I said is just my personal opinion/belief and is certainly
not meant for anyone, other than myself).
I
revere and follow the paths shown by the Great Saint Siridi Saibaba.
I do believe in Karma and of course, in myself.