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Sunday, March 22, 2015

Keep it Simple, Stupid

Most of us spend a lifetime looking for things that give us pleasure little realizing that we need not be born rich or have many possessions to feel happy. There is no dearth of things around us that can give a feeling of contentment .The god has created this universe such that each person has different parameters to gauge happiness. If I were to list the things that make me happy, it would be as follows:

1. Smile on the faces of people are perhaps the most endearing thing! A child or an old person makes my day alike when they smile. Each smile goes many a mile!

2. Smell of flowers and cold breeze which carry the fragrance are a thing that are welcome at any time , on a working day while on the way, walking along the street that has flowers and greenery or visit to a park, It  is a pleasure which is difficult to express!

3. The aroma of baking where fresh bread, cookies, or cakes are being baked is absolutely heavenly. Whether at home or passing by a bakery this is one smell which is unbeatable!

4. Eating very simple food comprising of dal, rice, chappati, and vegetable after a trip abroad is something which is always looked forward to! The joy of eating such a meal not only tingles the taste buds but also leaves me satiated.

5. Meeting old friends and reliving the memories is very satisfying and invigorating. Catching up the memories of time spent in having fun together is a pleasure!

6. Yoga and work out in the morning is a routine which I look forward to every single day no matter where I am! If I am unable to go for a workout or miss the session of yoga and short meditation, I feel that the day is not complete and I have missed something!

7. Reading is a pastime that I would love to indulge in any time when I get in between my work or at home. There is nothing more relaxing than reading a travel magazine, a literary piece or a thriller!

8. Going for long strolls whenever, I get a chance specially in the evening is not only soothing but gives me an opportunity to see the beautiful world and the people around me! To see the changes in fashion by observing young women, the old men huddled in jackets on a winter morning, small babies in prams, or young men exhibiting their biceps on a summer morning is something I do not like to miss !

9. Watching a good movie with the family which is gripping and has a good story line adds pep to the life!

10. Listening to the music, especially the old Indian and westerns hits is extremely enjoyable.

I have been a connoisseur of things that are simple and also believe in the philosophy of KISS ( Keep it Simple, Stupid) that was first advocated in the US Navy in 1960s and is widely used in design of goods and in the management of modern enterprise!(http://CokeURL.com/96jnc.)


17 comments:

  1. Indeed- it is always the little things that bring the maximum happiness! Lovely list, Rahul!

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    1. So good to see you again Vidya and sure the small things bring most delight!

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  2. You have captured the essence of leading a simple happy life. !

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    1. Welll that is how I see Rama ,and feel happy that it struck the right cord with you too!

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  3. Simple things, small joys....
    Wish you more such happy moments.

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    1. Seeing comment from you is also no less a joy, Alka! Thanks a lot!

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  4. There is no better way to enjoy life than to indulge in such small things.

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  5. A big thanks Saru, and am happy that you too find joy in such small things:)

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  6. Your list tallies perfectly with mine-except for the 9th one.

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    1. That is a perfect match when it comes to way we think:)

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  7. May your life be filled with many more such simple pleasures. :) Yes, sometimes these matter the most than the bigger achievements of life :)

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    1. A big thanks Latha for that kind wish! For most of us these small pleasures mean far more than anything else in our day to day life!

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  9. Like me, you too like the small and simple things in life. Sometimes all I need is a little music, my favourite food, some conversation and a good book to make me happy. May the two of us get many, many more such moments :)

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  10. Still trying to learn to enjoy the little things.. Not that easy, is it, Rahul Sir..? :)

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    1. I am sure a lot of happiness is just waiting to knock your door Monica! Till then enjoy the small pleasures of life:)

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