*

 

No matter how many times I read Man’s Search For Meaning By Viktor Frankl, my eyes can’t stop welling up. It is his memoir where he describes his life as a victim of the Holocaust. He ultimately survives it and goes onto develop the concept called Logotherapy – that life can have meaning even in the most extreme circumstances of pain and anguish.

Books like these make me wonder what the causes of human suffering must be.

 

*

 

No matter where we are in life, how much we’ve achieved, and how successful we’re in the eyes of others, we all seem to carry a pit in our stomach. Something of our existential angst, where we can’t seem to grapple the reason for our existence.

We crave recognition, but fear rejection and disrespect. We become anxious of our children’s future. We are worried about their possible pain or potential heartbreak in the future. That’s the delusion of possession that we’re suffering with. And, seeing others in distress causes us suffering, especially when we become acutely aware of their terrible circumstances.

We hold onto grudges for way too long, and allow that burden of grief of an extended reaction time to crush us. We fear the inevitable, death, and cling to the impermanent, our fragile life. We forget that this moment is all we have. We mostly seem to suffer in anticipation of suffering.

 

*

 

But, there’s a simple antidote to all this self-inflicted human suffering. Craft a life of service for yourself. Give more than you receive in all circumstances, be it, materially or spiritually or emotionally. Because, there’s much more to life than brooding about all the ways others didn’t meet our expectations or how other wronged us. With your wealth, intelligence, words and actions, benefit others with compassionate service. Give unconditionally and see your suffering dissipate.

 

“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” ~ Winston Churchill

 

 

The Big Head Sculpture

 

 

* * *

 

About The Article Author:

Our mission with FutureSTRONG Academy – to grow children who respect themselves, their time and their capabilities in a world where distractions are just a click or a swipe away.

I see myself as an advocate for bringing social, emotional and character development to families, schools and communities. I never want to let this idea out of my sight – Our children are not just GPAs. I’m a Writer and a Certified Master Coach in NLP and CBT. Until 2017, I was also a Big Data Scientist. In December of 2044, I hope to win the Nobel. Namasté

Write to me or call me. Tell me what support from me looks like. 

Rachana Nadella-Somayajula,
Program Director & Essential Life Skills Coach for Kids and Busy Parents

COURAGE - A Pillar of FutureSTRONG Academy

 

Our children will one day face the real world without our support. Academic development is not the only skill they will need in the real world where people skills like taking the lead, emotional intelligence and a strong moral compass will determine who will shine. So, as parents who want to raise well rounded adults, we want to give them the right tools for their personal development.

Here is COURAGE as described as the 6 C’s of Future STRONG.

Find Below Better Strategies On COURAGE

Why Fear Death When It Can Be The Biggest Motivator Of All

Why Fear Death When It Can Be The Biggest Motivator Of All

* Our Relationship With Immortality:    People who don’t know what to do on a lazy Sunday afternoon want to live forever. That’s the lure of immortality. All throughout our lives, we strive for wealth, fame, knowledge and happiness. We also long for immortality...

read more
4 Business Start-up Steps For Young Entrepreneurs In 2023

4 Business Start-up Steps For Young Entrepreneurs In 2023

* Timeless Strategies For Young Entrepreneurs:    For young entrepreneurs, starting a business can be a nerve-wracking experience. However, with the right mindset and sound planning, you’ll be able to turn your business idea into a successful venture. In this...

read more
7 Action Packed Steps To Prepare For Entrepreneurship

7 Action Packed Steps To Prepare For Entrepreneurship

* A Path For Successful Entrepreneurship:   For many, entrepreneurship is an exciting adventure that can be quite rewarding. But if you’re serious about launching your own business, there are a few essential steps that must be taken to set yourself up for...

read more

Questions, just ask!

Text or Call: 678.310.5025 | Email: info@futurestrongacademy.com

Bringing a Group? Email us for a special price!

%d bloggers like this: