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Don’t allow crisis to keep you from pressing forward !!!
You might as well enjoy the process of living because regardless of whether you choose to move on or stay stuck with your grievances life will go on. ~Latika Teotia
AS LONG AS I LIVE !!!
What makes me come alive? What did I want to do with my life? What kind of a person did I want to be? These questions made me look back at my life experiences. I had two choices: to either sit and sulk, or take hold of myself and make my life worthy. I chose to stand firm. I chose ‘Me’, and that means taking full responsibility for my part in the co-creation of my life.The lines that touched me and continue touching my soul are these: “When you look back on the landscape of your life, you should feel proud of the footprints you have left behind.” Since then, there is no looking back.
As Long As I Live !!!
I am learning to be less vulnerable, more strong,
Trying my best not to be wrong.
I’m trying to accept beauty of this life,
Even though it is torn with strife.
I’m learning to smile through my tears,
Suppressing my hidden as well as visible fears.
I am learning to enjoy this process,
It doesn’t matter if it isn’t a success.
Instead of counting the cost,
I’m learning not to get lost
And not to forsake the colors
Of life, in the midst of storms and others.
I am learning to come out of the dark,
And touch the sky; fly like a lark.
I’m learning to hold on to my dreams,
And to overcome my inner screams.
I am learning to live well, give my best,
Do what is right and to God leave the rest.
Build bridges, let none fall.
And above all be a good friend to all.
~Latika Teotia
RAIN TO RAINBOW !!!
I’ve found that grief is not permanent and pain never lasts.There is always light at the end of a dark tunnel-as surely as day follows a dark night. I wrote this poem in a moment of despair. When I felt aggrieved and totally drained out. I struggled with my broken heart and found the strength to see beyond that grief. These sad moments had also taught me an invaluable lesson and brought me even more close to God.
Rain to Rainbow
I was lonely and I was in pain,
I sat quietly and watched the rain.
With each single drop, my pain did decrease,
I waited with hope for it to cease.
I picked up the broken pieces of my heart,
Even grief, though brief, had played a part.
Lord behold I spotted a rainbow at the end,
In my life, mercifully, it was only a bend.
Thank you, O Lord, for this beautiful life,
And the invaluable lessons I learnt from this strife.
In the absence of pain, grief, problems and strife,
We forget God’s wonderful gift of life.
~Latika Teotia
ON THE WINGS OF JOY !!!
I was sitting at my study table and surrounded by clutter of papers, pens, laptop and cell phones when suddenly a house sparrow came and sat on the ledge of the closed glass window of my air conditioned room. Human beings have long since banished this poor winged creature from their household by closing their doors and windows. It is as if we have blocked joy and liveliness from our lives. Yet I found this tiny winged creature had no anxiety and no fear. It was chirpy and full of life as if defying this banishment. She was lively and spirited. If she could fly on the wings of joy, why couldn’t I ???
ON THE WINGS OF JOY !!!
On The Wings of Joy I shall soar
And forget the problems of yore.
On The Wings of Joy I shall fly,
I shall not let life just pass me by.
On The Wings of Joy I shall sail,
Of hope I shall leave a visible trail.
On The Wings of Joy I shall glide,
From anxiety to liveliness I will slide.
On The Wings of Joy I shall ride,
Life is fun with nothing to hide.
On The Wings of Joy I shall flutter,
From my life I will get rid of all the clutter.
Yes, on The Wings of Joy I shall fly, fly and fly,
And create a world full of hope, love and joy.
On The Wings of Joy I shall fly
On The Wings of Joy I shall fly, fly, fly…
~Latika Teotia
Keep your faith strong !!!
You’re not being punished, you’re being taught. Learn to see the Bigger Picture !!! Always remember that “God wants only the Best for us” .
~Latika Teotia
Nourish Your Soul !!!
You don’t have to be perfect but always do what goes well with your soul . ~Latika Teotia
Breaking up pretty much sucks but !!!
If your relationship is not working out, move on. Initially you may be scared because of the perceived uncertainties; don’t panic. You may feel miserable and cry. The process will take time. Be patient; learn to be tough and strong. Just move on and move away. The sacrifice will be worth it. Because at the end of the road is a beautiful rainbow. Your joy at the new found and well earned peace as well as freedom will be worth it. ~Latika Teotia
Pay attention to the vibrations !!!
If you start paying attention to the vibrations you are picking up from others, you will be able to avoid unwanted stress and heartaches. ~Latika Teotia
Who said that life is fair???
While there’s life, there’s hope and where there’s hope the Sun will always shine. Who said that life is fair? We all have our share of happiness and sorrow, hope and disappointments. At times your life appears to be spiraling out of control; that’s the time you should remain calm. Draw upon your hidden strength and very soon you will be on top of things. Remember order comes out of chaos. Be positive, be hopeful and very soon life will be a song.
~Latika Teotia
Adapt yourself to the present circumstances !!!
Life is better when you adapt yourself to the present circumstances-instead of regretting and getting into could, should and would. ~Latika Teotia