When Life Speaks...

 

When Life Speaks...

Life given by God in this universe reminds us how precious existence truly is. We enter this world without words or understanding. Before we learn to speak, we observe, we hear sounds, see actions, feel emotions, and absorb our surroundings. Gradually, these experiences shape our personality and development. Some grow with fear, some with confidence; some cry often, some remain cheerful and light-hearted. Some trust themselves deeply, while others constantly doubt their worth. Some celebrate every moment, while others complain endlessly. Some encounter obstacles and give up, while others cross every roadblock and continue moving forward. These thought patterns never stop, but how we learn to handle them defines what our life ultimately speaks.

Life speaks through the karma we carry over the years. It reflects our actions, intentions, emotions, and reactions. It speaks through how we listen, how we perceive situations, and how we respond to challenges. I felt deeply amazed and compelled to salute those blind girls who, despite severe visual challenges, fought courageously and won the first inaugural World Championship in cricket. They are often labelled as “specially challenged,” yet the confidence, clarity, and calm they displayed was beyond extraordinary. Their journey proved that limitations exist more in society’s perception than in human potential.

Many of us, despite having comfort, opportunities, and resources, struggle to tolerate others’ progress. We complain about small inconveniences, overlook our blessings, and find it difficult to appreciate someone else’s success. In contrast, these girls, globally recognised champions, remained grounded and humble. When the captain was asked to describe her team in one word, she replied thoughtfully that she would discuss it with her teammates and respond later. When asked about her favourite player, she smiled and said that for her, everyone was equal and dearly loved, and that unity was the reason they succeeded as a team. That humility itself reflected their inner growth and what life was teaching them.

Being kind is the first and most powerful step toward any lasting success. The Leo Club of Juhu demonstrated this beautifully by supporting the vice-captain with a bat that was part of her original cricket kit. She trusted that bat, practised with it, played the entire tournament with it, and even walked into the final match holding the same bat. That quiet act of support, combined with her dedication and the collective discipline of the team, became part of their winning story. When asked about their role models, the girls said they look up to all cricket champions. For them, more than hearing instructions, they learn to feel the game. Blind cricket demands exceptional skill, played with a sound-emitting plastic ball, every player must sharpen their ability to locate direction through sound, focus, and instinct. Their determination spoke louder than any limitation.

Their journey strongly reflects the teaching of Lord Krishna in the Bhagavad Gita, particularly the moment when Arjuna stands on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, overwhelmed by fear and doubt. Krishna reminds him to focus on his duty (karma) without attachment to the outcome, “Karmanye vadhikaraste ma phaleshu kadachana.” Arjuna is taught that strength is not the absence of fear but the courage to act despite it. These girls lived that teaching. They did not question what they lacked; they focused on what they could do. By surrendering doubt and embracing action with faith, they transformed adversity into achievement, just as Krishna guided Arjuna to rise beyond hesitation.

I was fortunate to receive the National Award on World Disability Day, sharing that honour with more than 25 specially abled individuals who had overcome extraordinary challenges in life. Standing among them felt deeply humbling. Their resilience, perseverance, and optimism were powerful reminders of what true strength looks like. Each story carried lessons of patience, acceptance, and relentless effort. Being surrounded by such inspiration brought me closer to understanding life beyond labels and limitations.

Very soon after, I was blessed with an opportunity to share a platform with members of the blind cricket team during a meaningful interaction. Listening to them speak, laugh, and reflect on their journey felt like witnessing pure positivity in motion. There was no bitterness, no complaint, only gratitude, discipline, and quiet confidence. Their lives demonstrated that when belief is strong, the universe responds through small signs, timely support, and unexpected opportunities, guiding one gently but firmly forward.

Salute to all the girls who made India proud. Their story teaches us that disability is not inability, kindness strengthens courage, humility deepens leadership, and faith transforms challenges into triumphs. Life speaks constantly, through our actions, our mindset, and our values. When we choose gratitude over complaint, effort over fear, and kindness over ego, life begins to speak a language of purpose, strength, and hope.