Pursue an aim with force and determination

We have all heard the story of the thirsty crow and how it quenched its parched throat with a stroke of genius, perseverance and patience. This story, which seems deceivingly simple, has numerous metaphorical resonances and most of them correlate with the title of this article. ' Pursue an aim with force and determination.' Through our eyes, the crow's perseverance may seem petty but for the bird it was a quest to satisfy a primal need. Similarly, each and every one of us must have an aim or a goal which we strive to achieve and it may seem like a Herculean task but if you break down the process it won't seem so difficult anymore. Step One is obviously to set a goal. Aim higher so that you can push your standards further. After all , a knife becomes sharper only after it is repeatedly struck against the whetstone.
                Now that you have chosen a destination, it's time to pack. Equip yourself with all the skills, the knowledge and the will to carry on. The road to reach your aim will not be bed of roses. There will be an infinite number of problems and the most heinous of these are going to be your distractions. Focusing is key. You have to be very clear with what you want and surge towards it. There will be many things in your path with the sole intention of making you stumble and you will most definitely fall. But it is up to you to decide whether you stay there or get up and move on. Remember : life's a climb but the view's great. and at the end of the journey, you will be able to drink the cold sweet water, soar into the sky and feel the wind under your wings.

                                                                                                                        Bhairavi Venkatesan