The Hand Of Fate: Part II

THE HAND OF FATE

PART II: BELIEVE

"We're all in the gutter but some of us are looking at the stars." - Oscar Wilde

It takes two to create & appreciate a work of art. Any work done in the world is either appreciated or rejected. Thus, the world needs a 'giver' and a 'receiver'. Similarly it is obvious that, like I mentioned in the previous part, people either believe or they do not. Being humans, every person in this world share certain similar dreams of leading a peaceful life, no troubles with anyone etc. The strings of a wet violin or an acoustic guitar can provoke certain emotions and feelings that no other thing in the world can. But what is music to the deaf! 

It has been extensively discussed that whether or not all the things that happen to us happen suddenly or are they pre-programmed? Just imagining this question initiates a chain of thoughts and the person knows whether he/she is a believer or not. Some people like abstruse things while most prefer simplicity i.e. what they see is what they believe. The idea is to romanticize the whole concept and turning it into an indirect way of introspection. It is our innate tendency to ponder over events that take place during the course of our lives, "Why did this happen? What is..? How can this be..?" Nearly all the chordates in the world possess two eyes each but yet don't share a common perspective on certain things.

"When life gives you lemons, make lemonade!" - Tina Fey

"It's a bird.. it's a plane.. it's Superman!!" Sounds familiar? How apprehensive we are towards the paranormal or supernatural things or entities that we need a constant reminder of such things that stand parallel to the values with which we are familiar; such as mortality, morality & the biggest of them all -it's Tangibility. Who would believe a man able to fly or read our minds correctly? Perhaps it is also for the same reason why our imaginations let us explore this super-natural phenomenon, with a human heart. Take the success of movies such as Star Wars, Star Trek and some recent super-heroes from the likes of Spiderman, Iron Man, The Avengers, Dark Knight trilogy & the most recent Man of Steel. The creators of these reboot movies made a small integral change to the character as a means of achieving ultra-reality - Heart. The protagonists, no matter the symbol, had their heart in the right place thus connecting with the audience and attracting a wider one. The main character's were regarded as a symbol they wanted to signify, at the same time seemingly appearing human-like/believable with a conscience and a conviction. It accounts for a perfect blend of power & sense. Who hasn't dreamt of being able to fly, seriously?!

For extra-ordinary achievements there's a process:

Think (and brainstorm)

An Idea (is the seed)

Imagine (and let the idea grow)

BELIEVE (in the idea)

Concentrate (your energy into your belief)

Work (like there's no tomorrow)

Once you show people your current stature and magnitude of your success, they would want to test you to your limits. It is only when a person is able to repeat his/her heroics that s/he is regarded with respect. But the beauty of humanity is also that if the person fails to repeat the same performance, s/he earns what is most precious on earth - Respect. When a person respects another person, s/he believes in that person. Respect is a bridge that connects a person to the most amazing experiences. Similarly when a person 'respects' and understands the mystical ability of nature and the laws of humanity, the fruit of belief won't be left untasted. Extraordinary things happen to ordinary people, it is that they choose to believe it, "a rose by any other name would smell as sweet"(rings any bells?). A non-believer is essential to complete the balance of the universe. Some believe that to believe is a gift; believe it? ..or not? Why not take a leap of faith then!

"Sometimes you've to take a leap of faith first, the trust part comes later." - MoS dialogue