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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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Comments

  1. Suriender ChaudhurySeptember 18, 2022 at 9:49 AM

    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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  2. AnonymousSeptember 18, 2022 at 11:59 AM

    Nice 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
    जाहि विधि राखे राम ताहि विधि रहिए।

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  3. AnonymousSeptember 18, 2022 at 12:33 PM

    Well described. I simply know lemonade as a drink made by mixing lukewarm water, lemon juice and honey.

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  4. AnonymousSeptember 19, 2022 at 12:28 AM

    Well 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’ :)

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  5. AnonymousSeptember 19, 2022 at 7:35 AM

    Dear Chawla Ji, simple but effective write up. Congratulations for your good art of writing blogs. All the Best 🙏🏻

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  6. Pushpa ChawlaSeptember 19, 2022 at 8:34 AM

    Very true. Contentment is the key to lead a happy life

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  7. SiveeNitinSeptember 19, 2022 at 11:52 AM

    Well, 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.

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  8. HARISH CHAND PAHWASeptember 19, 2022 at 3:51 PM

    Well explained how lemon help to lead our life smoothly.

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  9. Chandrasekhar DaasSeptember 19, 2022 at 11:34 PM

    Life's lesson, simply told. Excellent write up. Congratulaions !!!

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  10. AnonymousSeptember 20, 2022 at 12:56 PM

    Beautiful write up, contentment and positive thinking is the key to enjoy ia happy life

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  11. AnonymousSeptember 20, 2022 at 1:15 PM

    कभी बनाकर पिला भी दो मेरे दोस्त यह हसीन ड्रिंक

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  12. Sunil PantSeptember 20, 2022 at 1:42 PM

    Utilizing 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.

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  13. AnonymousSeptember 20, 2022 at 2:12 PM

    A beautiful write up. The whole mantra of being happy & stress free is to be contented. Accept gracefully whatever life gives you.

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  14. AnonymousSeptember 20, 2022 at 3:12 PM

    I love lemon and lemonade both....I also like lemon squash...a great relaxing and rejuvenating drink

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  15. AnonymousSeptember 20, 2022 at 3:23 PM

    This is called Art of Living

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  16. AnonymousSeptember 20, 2022 at 4:27 PM

    Simple ideas but difficult to practice.

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  17. AnonymousSeptember 21, 2022 at 7:21 AM

    Thank you for this blog, sir. With age, am learning to take life as it comes.

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  18. Pramod BhargavaSeptember 21, 2022 at 11:38 AM

    Excellent 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.

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  19. AnonymousSeptember 28, 2022 at 9:09 PM

    Nicely written article Chawlaji

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