We, human beings, should never stop learning. While we learn through our experiences, successes and failures, it is important to remember that there is no age bar to learn something new. If you have tried your hands on something new in this lockdown, you are doing good. But hey, did you find yourself grinning and bearing at the negative remarks someone made at your effort? If yes, you are not alone.
I am a self-taught painting artist and I have been experimenting in a form that is not known to many – Pop Art. I have been exhibiting for years now and have met all sorts of people, those who have appreciated, those who have condemned and those who have questioned my choice of form. While I realized it early that every person will have his interpretation of my artwork, some people can annoy you with their interpretation of not just the work you do, but your life and lifestyle. While I grin and bear those remarks, it often makes me ponder about why people dwell assumptions when they know nothing about the other person’s life?
Do not let anyone’s assumptions belittle you. Don’t hesitate if you are learning to cycle at 30. If you made tea for your mother or wife for the first time, you have a reason to be excited. If you made your child sleep for the first time, you did a good job, be proud of yourself. Sometimes, pursuing the simplest things can enrich your soul.
So the next time, when you upload pictures of anything of your firsts and someone laughs at that or tells you that it isn’t any special, remember why it was special to you. The world around us is ours to make. Don’t let others decide how to adorn it for you. If you have something on your mind, go and experience it to the fullest. You’ll make memories to cherish in those experiences.
Make wishes and believe in the stars.
Dream and lose yourself in the lands afar.
This world is a sordid mess,
sing them your favorite lay on your guitar.
Daman Singh
