Hi Guys,
I was kind of busy for the past week and therefore I could not blog. There is another strong reason for me to abstain from writing. There is no interesting and constructive news happening in our surrounding. Writing the same negative trends observed in our society seems to me a very boring and monotonous job even though it accounts for 100 % truth. So I took some time off and thought about the most entertaining and engrossing thing that most of us enjoy. Yes you guessed it right. Its about movies. Today my post is dedicated to one of my most favorite movies.
The movie is Swades. Swades is a 2004 Indian film which was written, produced and directed by Ashutosh Gowariker. Everything about the movie was perfect. The cast led by Sharukh khan and Gayathri Joshi, lyrics by Javed Akhtar, music by the maestro A.R. Rehman and costume designed by Oscar winner Bhanu Athaiya. Before I go deeper I want to clarify that this post is not dedicated to the movie but to the inspiration behind it.
Swades is inspired by the story of Aravinda Pillarmarri and Ravi Kuchimanchi, the NRI couple who returned to India from US giving up their careers, and developed the pedal power generator to light remote and off the grid village schools. Ravi graduated with a Phd in particle physics from University of Maryland and is the founder member of AID (Association of Indias Development). Aravinda has double Masters in Library science and in South Asian studies from University of Boston and Wisconsin respectively. Both, very passionate and selfless people moved to India in 1998 to carry out the task they envisioned. There are many projects that AID either took up or cordinated with other groups. I will highlight about one such project ie generating power and giving light to Bilagaon village.
Bilagaon is a tribal village in the Satpuda with a population of over 200 households. There is a boarding school with a strength of 300 children for all the neighboring villages. These villages had never had electricity till 2002. The nearest point of national grid was about 12 km away.
Bilagaon has a 9 mt waterfall on river Udai . The people of the village formed a commitee and decided to tap the energy of the waterfall through a micro hydel system and use that energy to light the entire village. Inspired by NBA (Narmada Bachao Andolan) the people of the village did 2000 human days of shramdan (voluntary service) to construct a canal, check dam, Forebay tank, pipeline and a powerhouse. The project was designed by engineers from Peoples School of Energy and implemented by Sarvodaya friendship center with support from AID. The idea was that the small check dam 2 mt on top of the waterfall could divert a small part of water through the canal into the Forebay tank adjacent to the falls. From here the waters fall through the pipeline on to a turbine situated in a powerhouse at the foot of the hills. The pipeline was constructed by volunteers from Dhule and the turbine was made by a professor at IISc. The falling water turns the turbine which in turn rotates the generator and produces 15 KW of electricity to not only light up every house in Bilagaon but also the school. The project was completed in 2003.
A great human accomplishment. An achievement which a Government could not offer to its citizens for 55 years. A tale of inspired individuals who wanted lesser fortunate people to enjoy the minimum comforts that all of us have in plenty to waste. There are so many Aravindas and Ravis who are committed to serve the people. They are all doing a wonderful job and are our role models. Deep within us, somewhere there is a certain Ravi and Aravinda hidden in us. We need to bring them out and that can be done only by inquiring within. Each of us have to question ourselves sincerely and we will know the answer for sure.
Signing off for now,
Krishna
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Hi Guys,
Today's post is dedicated to Sri Chandrashekarendra Saraswathi Swamigal, the 68th Jagadguru of the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam. He is usually referred to as Paramacharya or Maha Periyavaal.
Maha Periyavaal was born on 20 May, 1894 into a Bramhin family in Villupuram, South Arcot District, Tamil Nadu. He was named Swaminatha after their family deity. Swaminatha began his early education at Tindivanam at Arcot American Mission High School. He was not only an exceptional student but also good in debates and recitations. He also won a prize for proficiency in reciting the Holy Bible.
It is said that life is a set of random occurrences. Incidents leading to his sainthood really support the above statement. It so happened that the 66th Jagadguru had attained Sidhi at Kalavai, a village which was 10 miles from Arcot. He had installed the maternal cousin of Swaminatha as the 67th Jagadguru of the Math. Swaminatha along with his mother and other siblings went to Kalavai to console his widowed aunt for her son had assumed the Sanyasa Ashram. They met the hereditary mason of the Mutt at Kanchipuram. He asked Swaminatha to accompany him and arranged another vehicle for his mother and siblings. On the way he informed him that he would be the next Jagadguru as the 67th Guru had developed delirium and would not last long. Swaminatha was stunned by the unexpected turn of events and started to chant Rama mantra ,the only spiritual mantra he knew then. He was installed as the 68th Jagadguru on 9th May, 1907. He was only 13 then. His robes of sanyasa were not the result of any renunciation from his part nor did he have the advantage of living under the tutelage of a Guru for any length of time.
Maha Priyavaal spent several years in the study of Scriptures and Dharma Shastras and acquainted himself with his role as the head of the Math. He soon gained the reverence and respect of devotees and people around him. He was the head of the Math for 87 years. This period is called the Golden Era of Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham. During this period, the Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam acquired new strength as an institution that propagated Sankara's teachings. The devotion, fervor, and intensity with which the Paramacharya practiced what Śankara had taught are considered to be unparalleled by his devotees. Throughout his life, the focus of his concern and activities was rejuvenating Veda Adhyayana and Dharma Shastras.
The sage of Kanchi was active throughout his life. He undertook pilgrimages form Rameshwaram to Varnasi on foot, just like Sankara his Paramaguru. He attained Mukti on Jan 8, 1994. He was 100 years old.
What makes these people great is their Sacrifice. He sacrificed and suffered all through his life for people. He was humble through out his life. I came across an article that he had written long time ago for Bhavans Journal. I will copy some of the contents below which gives us a glimpse of the great personality he was. In his own words,
"On a tour in Tiruchunapalli District in 1923, I halted at a village when I heard a girl of about 12 admonishing her younger brother for his having uttered an untruth. Her advocacy of truth and her love for her brother which prompted her to see that he was not spoiled, far surpassed a saints direction. I cannot forget this incident after a lapse of so many years. When touring in Kerala, I happened to camp in a public halting place where in one room some elderly Namboodri Bramhins were talking together. One of them opened his Puja box in order to begin his Puja, but nevertheless took part in the gossip. After some time he realized his mistake and turned his attention to the Puja, but wound up the box and exclaimed that owing to his having taken part in the gossip, his inner efforts to secure the mental equilibrium required for Gods Puja had failed and rather than making a show of Puja without inner equilibrium, he would not perform the Puja that day.This incident which is fresh in my memory spells the need for honesty of purpose in ones own religious pursuits ".
These incidents pretty much happen everyday in our lives, but we don't pay any attention to them. But what a simple and profound message it has. Here is another incident written by him.
" I came into contact with two people. They were full of ecstasy in the adoration of my feet, absorbed in thought of me all day and night, which they told me, gave them immeasurable strength to bear any calamity or temptation very lightly. But when they came to know of my shortcomings and natural unsteadiness, not only did they discontinue their worship of my feet but also did their best to prevent anyone from gaining access to my feet as they thought that adoration of my feet by devotees contributed in a degree to my limitation. They too renounced all other responsibilities of their life and resolved to spend the rest of their lives in either entreating and imploring me or being engaged in austerities and prayers for my correction. Life has taught me only this that God has created some souls to live for others only".
Indeed, he was a Paramacharya. He had countless number of devotees worshiping and adoring his feet. But he had the honesty and integrity in him to accept the shortcomings if at all he had any.His charm invited the rich and the poor, old and the young to be his devotees. May his Grace protect all.
Signing off for now,
Krishna
Today's post is dedicated to Sri Chandrashekarendra Saraswathi Swamigal, the 68th Jagadguru of the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam. He is usually referred to as Paramacharya or Maha Periyavaal.
Maha Periyavaal was born on 20 May, 1894 into a Bramhin family in Villupuram, South Arcot District, Tamil Nadu. He was named Swaminatha after their family deity. Swaminatha began his early education at Tindivanam at Arcot American Mission High School. He was not only an exceptional student but also good in debates and recitations. He also won a prize for proficiency in reciting the Holy Bible.
It is said that life is a set of random occurrences. Incidents leading to his sainthood really support the above statement. It so happened that the 66th Jagadguru had attained Sidhi at Kalavai, a village which was 10 miles from Arcot. He had installed the maternal cousin of Swaminatha as the 67th Jagadguru of the Math. Swaminatha along with his mother and other siblings went to Kalavai to console his widowed aunt for her son had assumed the Sanyasa Ashram. They met the hereditary mason of the Mutt at Kanchipuram. He asked Swaminatha to accompany him and arranged another vehicle for his mother and siblings. On the way he informed him that he would be the next Jagadguru as the 67th Guru had developed delirium and would not last long. Swaminatha was stunned by the unexpected turn of events and started to chant Rama mantra ,the only spiritual mantra he knew then. He was installed as the 68th Jagadguru on 9th May, 1907. He was only 13 then. His robes of sanyasa were not the result of any renunciation from his part nor did he have the advantage of living under the tutelage of a Guru for any length of time.
Maha Priyavaal spent several years in the study of Scriptures and Dharma Shastras and acquainted himself with his role as the head of the Math. He soon gained the reverence and respect of devotees and people around him. He was the head of the Math for 87 years. This period is called the Golden Era of Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham. During this period, the Sri Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam acquired new strength as an institution that propagated Sankara's teachings. The devotion, fervor, and intensity with which the Paramacharya practiced what Śankara had taught are considered to be unparalleled by his devotees. Throughout his life, the focus of his concern and activities was rejuvenating Veda Adhyayana and Dharma Shastras.
The sage of Kanchi was active throughout his life. He undertook pilgrimages form Rameshwaram to Varnasi on foot, just like Sankara his Paramaguru. He attained Mukti on Jan 8, 1994. He was 100 years old.
What makes these people great is their Sacrifice. He sacrificed and suffered all through his life for people. He was humble through out his life. I came across an article that he had written long time ago for Bhavans Journal. I will copy some of the contents below which gives us a glimpse of the great personality he was. In his own words,
"On a tour in Tiruchunapalli District in 1923, I halted at a village when I heard a girl of about 12 admonishing her younger brother for his having uttered an untruth. Her advocacy of truth and her love for her brother which prompted her to see that he was not spoiled, far surpassed a saints direction. I cannot forget this incident after a lapse of so many years. When touring in Kerala, I happened to camp in a public halting place where in one room some elderly Namboodri Bramhins were talking together. One of them opened his Puja box in order to begin his Puja, but nevertheless took part in the gossip. After some time he realized his mistake and turned his attention to the Puja, but wound up the box and exclaimed that owing to his having taken part in the gossip, his inner efforts to secure the mental equilibrium required for Gods Puja had failed and rather than making a show of Puja without inner equilibrium, he would not perform the Puja that day.This incident which is fresh in my memory spells the need for honesty of purpose in ones own religious pursuits ".
These incidents pretty much happen everyday in our lives, but we don't pay any attention to them. But what a simple and profound message it has. Here is another incident written by him.
" I came into contact with two people. They were full of ecstasy in the adoration of my feet, absorbed in thought of me all day and night, which they told me, gave them immeasurable strength to bear any calamity or temptation very lightly. But when they came to know of my shortcomings and natural unsteadiness, not only did they discontinue their worship of my feet but also did their best to prevent anyone from gaining access to my feet as they thought that adoration of my feet by devotees contributed in a degree to my limitation. They too renounced all other responsibilities of their life and resolved to spend the rest of their lives in either entreating and imploring me or being engaged in austerities and prayers for my correction. Life has taught me only this that God has created some souls to live for others only".
Indeed, he was a Paramacharya. He had countless number of devotees worshiping and adoring his feet. But he had the honesty and integrity in him to accept the shortcomings if at all he had any.His charm invited the rich and the poor, old and the young to be his devotees. May his Grace protect all.
Signing off for now,
Krishna
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Hi Guys,
Twenty years ago a teenager donned the cricketing gloves to represent his country against the arch rivals. He continues to represent his country till date and no one knows till when he will keep doing the same. Yes, he is none other than Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar. He is the most accomplished batsman in both forms of the game (oops... sorry, I don't consider T20 as any format). He has hoards of world records to his name. He has played 436 ODI's and scored 17,178 runs, played 159 tests and scored 12,778 runs. He has 154 wickets in ODI's and 44 wickets in tests.
Arguably, he is considered as a purest batsman ever to have played the game. He has no signature shots of his own because he is strong on both sides of the wicket and can play any shot at will.In other words he is a rare genius. The ultimate compliment he got was from Sir Don Bradman when he confided to his wife that Sachin reminded him of himself.
He has carried the burden of hopes of a billion people for the past two decades. Whenever he goes to bat there are expectations and more often than not he performs and delights his fans. He has earned the respect of all people around the world. There is no stadium where he does not get a standing ovation.
But , the best part of Sachin is the way he carries himself. He has not been embroiled in any major controversy till date. He is the one unchanging factor of the dressing room from the past two decades. He gels very well with everybody. He is a very modest and down to earth human and that's what makes him so special. He has been awarded with Khel Ratna, Padma shri,Arjuna Award and more recently Padma Vibhushan in 2008.
Media, Celebrities and of course fans are pouring in their wishes for the Little Master. I am sure that he deserves all of those, but on a larger perspective all of us have to understand that Cricket is just a game and Sachin is a pure batting genius. He has played the game very well and earned his share of name and fame for himself and his country. In my personal opinion, we always give too much importance to all the celebrities (cricketers & film stars). I partly blame the media for this. We should appreciate their achievement to a certain extent and should stop there. We have better things to do than keep track of these celebrities. We have a long long way to go in terms of development. Each of us may not be a genius, but all of us have certain responsibilities towards our family and country. Each of us should concentrate on that aspect and then I can surely say that we are on the right path.
Signing off for now,
Krishna
Twenty years ago a teenager donned the cricketing gloves to represent his country against the arch rivals. He continues to represent his country till date and no one knows till when he will keep doing the same. Yes, he is none other than Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar. He is the most accomplished batsman in both forms of the game (oops... sorry, I don't consider T20 as any format). He has hoards of world records to his name. He has played 436 ODI's and scored 17,178 runs, played 159 tests and scored 12,778 runs. He has 154 wickets in ODI's and 44 wickets in tests.
Arguably, he is considered as a purest batsman ever to have played the game. He has no signature shots of his own because he is strong on both sides of the wicket and can play any shot at will.In other words he is a rare genius. The ultimate compliment he got was from Sir Don Bradman when he confided to his wife that Sachin reminded him of himself.
He has carried the burden of hopes of a billion people for the past two decades. Whenever he goes to bat there are expectations and more often than not he performs and delights his fans. He has earned the respect of all people around the world. There is no stadium where he does not get a standing ovation.
But , the best part of Sachin is the way he carries himself. He has not been embroiled in any major controversy till date. He is the one unchanging factor of the dressing room from the past two decades. He gels very well with everybody. He is a very modest and down to earth human and that's what makes him so special. He has been awarded with Khel Ratna, Padma shri,Arjuna Award and more recently Padma Vibhushan in 2008.
Media, Celebrities and of course fans are pouring in their wishes for the Little Master. I am sure that he deserves all of those, but on a larger perspective all of us have to understand that Cricket is just a game and Sachin is a pure batting genius. He has played the game very well and earned his share of name and fame for himself and his country. In my personal opinion, we always give too much importance to all the celebrities (cricketers & film stars). I partly blame the media for this. We should appreciate their achievement to a certain extent and should stop there. We have better things to do than keep track of these celebrities. We have a long long way to go in terms of development. Each of us may not be a genius, but all of us have certain responsibilities towards our family and country. Each of us should concentrate on that aspect and then I can surely say that we are on the right path.
Signing off for now,
Krishna
Monday, November 9, 2009
Hi Guys,
You all would have heard about the drama that was enacted in the Assembly of Maharashtra. The 12th Legislative Assembly of Maharashtra got off to a disastrous start. Thanks to the ever problematic members of MNS (Maharashtra Navanirman Sena). 4 MLA s of MNS manhandled Mr.Abu Azmi , an MLA from Samajwadi Party (SP) in the Assembly. Actually, Mr. Azmi was chased by these 4 legislators. Other people had to intervene to stop them from committing anything serious. The reason this unfortunate incident happened was because Mr. Azmi took his oath as a legislator in Hindi instead of Marathi, the local language of Maharashtra. The state assembly passed a resolution suspending the 4 legislators for unruly behavior for 4 years.
The constitution allows the leader to take oath in any Indian language. I just cannot understand the problem of MNS. It always creates rifts and differences among people regarding the local and non-local issue. Maharashtra would not have progressed to these heights without the hard work and efforts of the other people in the state. Why do they forget that we are all Indians before being a Maharashtrian. This is definitely a cheap trick to enhance their vote banks. Recently, in MP a certain leader was talking against people from Bihar. I am sure that politicians can do no good for the people, but at least they should not create differences among people. If there are no resources to get a suitable job in Bihar or any other state for that matter, they have no other option but to come to the developed states like Maharashtra or Karnataka to earn a living. There are thousands of Indians in different countries making their living. They are all treated well and you hardly hear anything like this. Even if you hear about anything disturbing , I think it is still fare compared to what is happening in Maharashtra and MP.
These incidents again confirm the fact that politicians are the only hindrance in our progress. They can do no good for people. Each one makes a fortune to last for several generations and tries his best to get his children on to the main scene to continue the legacy.
Signing off for now,
krishna
You all would have heard about the drama that was enacted in the Assembly of Maharashtra. The 12th Legislative Assembly of Maharashtra got off to a disastrous start. Thanks to the ever problematic members of MNS (Maharashtra Navanirman Sena). 4 MLA s of MNS manhandled Mr.Abu Azmi , an MLA from Samajwadi Party (SP) in the Assembly. Actually, Mr. Azmi was chased by these 4 legislators. Other people had to intervene to stop them from committing anything serious. The reason this unfortunate incident happened was because Mr. Azmi took his oath as a legislator in Hindi instead of Marathi, the local language of Maharashtra. The state assembly passed a resolution suspending the 4 legislators for unruly behavior for 4 years.
The constitution allows the leader to take oath in any Indian language. I just cannot understand the problem of MNS. It always creates rifts and differences among people regarding the local and non-local issue. Maharashtra would not have progressed to these heights without the hard work and efforts of the other people in the state. Why do they forget that we are all Indians before being a Maharashtrian. This is definitely a cheap trick to enhance their vote banks. Recently, in MP a certain leader was talking against people from Bihar. I am sure that politicians can do no good for the people, but at least they should not create differences among people. If there are no resources to get a suitable job in Bihar or any other state for that matter, they have no other option but to come to the developed states like Maharashtra or Karnataka to earn a living. There are thousands of Indians in different countries making their living. They are all treated well and you hardly hear anything like this. Even if you hear about anything disturbing , I think it is still fare compared to what is happening in Maharashtra and MP.
These incidents again confirm the fact that politicians are the only hindrance in our progress. They can do no good for people. Each one makes a fortune to last for several generations and tries his best to get his children on to the main scene to continue the legacy.
Signing off for now,
krishna
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Hi Guys,
Today's post is dedicated to former Chief Minister of Jharkhand Mr. Madhu Koda. Right now he is admitted in a hospital in Ranchi following complaints of high blood pressure and stomach pain. I am reminded of my college days when I used to bunk classes and when reprimanded by a teacher the excuse of fever and stomach pain were so spontaneous. I think Mr Koda did not have any information or else he would have gone to the States for treatment......
Now for some stats. Koda and eight others have been accused of amassing property worth hundreds of crores. They broke the national barriers and went global. They have amassed property in UAE, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore and Libya. Both the ED (Enforcement Directorate) and IT department have started scrutiny of documents recovered during the searches. These documents pertain to Hawala transactions and investments running into more than Rs 2000 crore by Koda and party. The IT department will take care of the unaccounted money in the country and ED will probe the investments and purchases done outside the country.
The fresh news is that certain documents were uncovered that show that one of the close associates of the former CM was in serious negotiations to acquire an SEZ in Noida for a whopping 4800 crore to be paid in Euros (70 crore euros). The former CM and his associates are also said to award high value mining leases to industrialists and their friends.
All politicians and their respective parties are trying their best to proove that they are not linked to Koda. Each party is hurling stones at one another making it look like a joke. These scams are not new to us and I bet that either the charges will be dropped against him after the enquiry or the trial will go on for a few decades. In either case, he will go scot free.
Signing off for now,
Krishna
Today's post is dedicated to former Chief Minister of Jharkhand Mr. Madhu Koda. Right now he is admitted in a hospital in Ranchi following complaints of high blood pressure and stomach pain. I am reminded of my college days when I used to bunk classes and when reprimanded by a teacher the excuse of fever and stomach pain were so spontaneous. I think Mr Koda did not have any information or else he would have gone to the States for treatment......
Now for some stats. Koda and eight others have been accused of amassing property worth hundreds of crores. They broke the national barriers and went global. They have amassed property in UAE, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore and Libya. Both the ED (Enforcement Directorate) and IT department have started scrutiny of documents recovered during the searches. These documents pertain to Hawala transactions and investments running into more than Rs 2000 crore by Koda and party. The IT department will take care of the unaccounted money in the country and ED will probe the investments and purchases done outside the country.
The fresh news is that certain documents were uncovered that show that one of the close associates of the former CM was in serious negotiations to acquire an SEZ in Noida for a whopping 4800 crore to be paid in Euros (70 crore euros). The former CM and his associates are also said to award high value mining leases to industrialists and their friends.
All politicians and their respective parties are trying their best to proove that they are not linked to Koda. Each party is hurling stones at one another making it look like a joke. These scams are not new to us and I bet that either the charges will be dropped against him after the enquiry or the trial will go on for a few decades. In either case, he will go scot free.
Signing off for now,
Krishna
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Hi Guys,
Today's headlines in the newspapers will draw the readers attention. VVIP security claimed the life of a 32 year old Sumit Verma. Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh was the chief guest for the Convocation of Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education (PGIME).
A very ill Sumit Verma was taken from Ambala to Chandigarh where he was admitted to a private hospital for Dialysis. He developed breathing problems and was rushed to PGIME. Unfortunately, he could not get into the building due to the tight security arrangements for the PM. All the routes leading to the building were blocked. Family members said that after a two hour struggle they managed to reach the gate of the hospital but were not allowed inside and told to use another entry which was a kilometer away. It took a lot of time for them to get there and it was too late for Sumit.
Personally, I am so sad and dissapointed that a young man had to die because the system failed to take care of him. Of course you can get philosophical saying that he was destined to die. But I think if proper measures were taken Sumit would have been hale and healthy by now.
I am sure that the PM visit would have been known months before the D-day. Its the duty and responsibility of the security system to take care of the PM without causing too much inconvenience to the people. If I sound too harsh, at least a special arrangement for such unexpected emergencies should have been made.
I am not blaming anyone but I feel our system has definitely failed to save one life. The worst thing is that it happens again and again........
Signing off for now,
Krishna.
Today's headlines in the newspapers will draw the readers attention. VVIP security claimed the life of a 32 year old Sumit Verma. Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh was the chief guest for the Convocation of Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education (PGIME).
A very ill Sumit Verma was taken from Ambala to Chandigarh where he was admitted to a private hospital for Dialysis. He developed breathing problems and was rushed to PGIME. Unfortunately, he could not get into the building due to the tight security arrangements for the PM. All the routes leading to the building were blocked. Family members said that after a two hour struggle they managed to reach the gate of the hospital but were not allowed inside and told to use another entry which was a kilometer away. It took a lot of time for them to get there and it was too late for Sumit.
Personally, I am so sad and dissapointed that a young man had to die because the system failed to take care of him. Of course you can get philosophical saying that he was destined to die. But I think if proper measures were taken Sumit would have been hale and healthy by now.
I am sure that the PM visit would have been known months before the D-day. Its the duty and responsibility of the security system to take care of the PM without causing too much inconvenience to the people. If I sound too harsh, at least a special arrangement for such unexpected emergencies should have been made.
I am not blaming anyone but I feel our system has definitely failed to save one life. The worst thing is that it happens again and again........
Signing off for now,
Krishna.
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Hi Guys,
I was wondering about how much stress a human being can handle. All of us are under some sort of stress, be it financial, emotional, work pressure etc etc. The list can go on and on. I think the tension and fear we experience when we or our loved ones are diagnosed with a supposedly fatal health issue can be too much to handle. It needs great strength and courage to come out of it. Needless to say, it cannot be accomplished without the love and support of friends and family.
Breast cancer is one of the most dreaded diseases by all womanhood across the globe. I cannot imagine the mental turmoil a woman undergoes when she is apprised about a tumor in her breast. Woman should show sufficient courage when something like this strikes her. One should first understand the disease and then go step by step for a treatment.
Breast cancer is an uncontrolled growth of breast cells. Cancer occurs due to mutations and abnormal changes in the genes which are responsible in regulating the growth of cells and keeping them healthy. These changed cells have the ability to keep dividing without control or order producing more cells like it and thereby forming a tumor. A tumor can be benign or malignant. Benign tumors are not cancerous. They grow slowly and do not spread to other parts of the body. The latter case is more serious as it is cancerous and can spread to other parts of the body. Breast cancer is always caused by a genetic abnormality. 90 % of the time it is due to the aging process and wear and tear of life in general. However, only 5-10 % of cancers are due to an abnormality inherited by your mother or father. Breast cancer is never anyone's fault. Feeling guilty or cursing yourself for getting this is not good . Instead one should be strong at mind and heart to counter it. Here is where friends and family are so important. They can give the moral support to the patient and increase her confidence and help her to pull through.
Treatment for breast cancer would be decided by the Doctors based on the pathology report of the infected cell. The various treatments are Surgery, Chemotherapy, Radiation Therapy, Hormonal Therapy, Targeted Therapies, & Complimentary and holistic Medicine.
Nutrition is a very important aspect when it comes to recovery. One needs to eat a very healthy and balanced diet to keep the body strong. Women can also take dietary supplements like vitamins, minerals and herbs which can help them to stay strong.
Pain is a natural consequence of the treatment. Apart from medicines to relieve pain , women need the support of family and friends here. Women should try not to get discouraged. Its normal for anyone to feel frustrated , depressed and exhausted when plagued by pain.
You must be wondering why the hell I have a post on Breast Cancer. Well, one of my family members is undergoing treatment for it right now. I am sure she will pull herself through this mess. All she needs is Love and support from near & dear (and of course medicines and Gods grace).
Signing off for now,
Krishna
I was wondering about how much stress a human being can handle. All of us are under some sort of stress, be it financial, emotional, work pressure etc etc. The list can go on and on. I think the tension and fear we experience when we or our loved ones are diagnosed with a supposedly fatal health issue can be too much to handle. It needs great strength and courage to come out of it. Needless to say, it cannot be accomplished without the love and support of friends and family.
Breast cancer is one of the most dreaded diseases by all womanhood across the globe. I cannot imagine the mental turmoil a woman undergoes when she is apprised about a tumor in her breast. Woman should show sufficient courage when something like this strikes her. One should first understand the disease and then go step by step for a treatment.
Breast cancer is an uncontrolled growth of breast cells. Cancer occurs due to mutations and abnormal changes in the genes which are responsible in regulating the growth of cells and keeping them healthy. These changed cells have the ability to keep dividing without control or order producing more cells like it and thereby forming a tumor. A tumor can be benign or malignant. Benign tumors are not cancerous. They grow slowly and do not spread to other parts of the body. The latter case is more serious as it is cancerous and can spread to other parts of the body. Breast cancer is always caused by a genetic abnormality. 90 % of the time it is due to the aging process and wear and tear of life in general. However, only 5-10 % of cancers are due to an abnormality inherited by your mother or father. Breast cancer is never anyone's fault. Feeling guilty or cursing yourself for getting this is not good . Instead one should be strong at mind and heart to counter it. Here is where friends and family are so important. They can give the moral support to the patient and increase her confidence and help her to pull through.
Treatment for breast cancer would be decided by the Doctors based on the pathology report of the infected cell. The various treatments are Surgery, Chemotherapy, Radiation Therapy, Hormonal Therapy, Targeted Therapies, & Complimentary and holistic Medicine.
Nutrition is a very important aspect when it comes to recovery. One needs to eat a very healthy and balanced diet to keep the body strong. Women can also take dietary supplements like vitamins, minerals and herbs which can help them to stay strong.
Pain is a natural consequence of the treatment. Apart from medicines to relieve pain , women need the support of family and friends here. Women should try not to get discouraged. Its normal for anyone to feel frustrated , depressed and exhausted when plagued by pain.
You must be wondering why the hell I have a post on Breast Cancer. Well, one of my family members is undergoing treatment for it right now. I am sure she will pull herself through this mess. All she needs is Love and support from near & dear (and of course medicines and Gods grace).
Signing off for now,
Krishna
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