Former President A P J Abdul Kalam gave a regaling talk to an enthralled audience at a “Times Avenues” event on career options recently. [Kalam Tell Students To Follow Their Heart, Times of India – June 23rd, 2009]
Speaking in his typical anecdotal manner, Kalam doled out advice on issues ranging from current prospects for aeronautical engineering to the need for reform in appointment of primary school teachers.
The key point he made to the students was to follow their heart. It had the audience both amused and inspired.
I completely agree with Kalam’s viewpoint. Following one’s heart is the most vital ingredient of success to all that we do. It is possible to achieve both success and happiness by pursuing the kind of life, career or hobby that we are deeply interested in. Recounting episodes from his childhood, Kalam stressed that he was able to succeed in what he did because of his passion for what he did, that automatically tied to the will to succeed.
Find the seed at the bottom of your heart and bring forth a flower.
~ Shigenori Kameoka
(Director of the Japanese Shinto Moral Training Society)
You need to find your seed of success and nurture it to growth. There maybe instances when weeds threaten to hamper the growth of your dream, but you should remain steadfast and strong, not stopping until the goal is achieved.
So always remember to do something that is close to your heart. In doing so, there is no coercion, and all your energy is effortlessly harnessed towards achieving what you set out to achieve. This will lead to happiness and fulfillment in life.
Wherever you go, go with all your heart.
~ Confucius