Food For Thought
IF YOU HAVE A LEMON MAKE LEMONADE
Apparently, it seems to be a simple , uncomplicated, and innocuous sentence. But still an interesting one, indeed. One of my good friends responded light heartedly and uttered that it simply means "नीबू पानी". In literal sense, his utterance is absolutely correct. Joke apart. The sentence connotes a very deep meaning to lead one's life cheerfully and with least stress.
Please permit me now to discuss how by following the fundamental principle conveyed by the sentence, we can lead tension free life. In summer, suppose we prefer to have mango shakes. Instead, God has provided us with lemon as against mango. Obviously, preparation of mango shake is completely ruled out. Our desire to enjoy mango shake cannot be satisfied at the material time. In the given circumstances, we are bound to be discouraged, unsatisfied and start cribbing. The quote under reference beautifully explains, in simple terms, that instead of feeling frustrated and disheartened, make lemonade from lemon and enjoy it.
To put in layman parlance, whatever life has bestowed upon us, we must accept it gracefully and make best use of the same. No complaint, no annoyance and without any frustration. Rather disadvantage, if any, needs to be converted to our advantage. Consistent and persistent efforts need to be directed to convert "minus" into "plus". Such a positive attitude would certainly be of immense help to lead our life smoothly. We would be bubbling with confidence and positive energy, The crux of the matter is to accept life as it is.
Undernoted lines of a song from classical Hindi movie आहिस्ता आहिस्ता (1981), aptly convey that when fate hands us lemon, let's enjoy lemonade:
कभी किसी को मुकम्मल जहां नही मिलता
कही जमीं तो कही आसमाॉं नही मिलता
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Lemonade ,no doubt is very healthy drink . we may have honey as one of the ingredients and in summers,may have Lemon ice cubes instead of Normal Ice Cubes
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DeleteNice write up. Congratulations and kudos to share such vital issue in layman wordings. Neembu pani is the basic beverage Mumbai during summer time. However write is beautifilly crafted, adorn with efficient selection of relevant words. Above all
ReplyDeleteजाहि विधि राखे राम ताहि विधि रहिए।
Well described. I simply know lemonade as a drink made by mixing lukewarm water, lemon juice and honey.
ReplyDeleteWell written! In the journey of life, sometimes we get tired when things do not go our way, and such times are best times to sit down, relax and have that ‘lemonade’ :)
ReplyDeleteDear Chawla Ji, simple but effective write up. Congratulations for your good art of writing blogs. All the Best 🙏🏻
ReplyDeleteVery true. Contentment is the key to lead a happy life
ReplyDeleteWell, lemon also denote sourness. So figuratively, speaking it also means if someone is going through a sour ( not so good experience) in life, try to churn something good out of it such as a lemonade. Meaning, try to figure find something good of the ' sour ' experience, may be a lesson , for e.g.
ReplyDeleteWell explained how lemon help to lead our life smoothly.
ReplyDeleteLife's lesson, simply told. Excellent write up. Congratulaions !!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful write up, contentment and positive thinking is the key to enjoy ia happy life
ReplyDeleteकभी बनाकर पिला भी दो मेरे दोस्त यह हसीन ड्रिंक
ReplyDeleteUtilizing existing resources to generate better outcomes is the basis of progress. Instead of being overwhelmed by challenges, the innovative mind identifies opportunities and creates value.
ReplyDeleteA beautiful write up. The whole mantra of being happy & stress free is to be contented. Accept gracefully whatever life gives you.
ReplyDeleteI love lemon and lemonade both....I also like lemon squash...a great relaxing and rejuvenating drink
ReplyDeleteThis is called Art of Living
ReplyDeleteSimple ideas but difficult to practice.
ReplyDeleteThank you for this blog, sir. With age, am learning to take life as it comes.
ReplyDeleteExcellent presentation of a simple subject in a very simple words. It is an art gifted to you by God. It is always a pleasure to read your blogs. With best wishes.
ReplyDeleteNicely written article Chawlaji
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