How My Guru Made Me Realize That Sometimes, Even Being Ruthless Can Bring Healing to Others.
One fine morning, as I sat on my balcony sipping tea, lost in thought, my inner guru appeared, as he often did during moments of quiet reflection. He wasn’t some mystical figure with a halo or robes—just a calm, wise voice inside me that always knew what I needed to hear.
"Atul," he began, "have you ever thought about the purpose behind all you do in this world?"
I took a moment to respond, unsure of what he meant. "I mean, I try to do my best… but purpose? I never really thought of it that deeply."
"Well, let me tell you something," he said. "Whatever you do—whether it's writing, working, speaking, or even dealing with difficult people—your actions should have one hidden motive: healing. Healing others, whether they realize it or not, is what will bring true fulfillment to your life."
I frowned, puzzled....
"Atul," he began, "have you ever thought about the purpose behind all you do in this world?"
I took a moment to respond, unsure of what he meant. "I mean, I try to do my best… but purpose? I never really thought of it that deeply."
"Well, let me tell you something," he said. "Whatever you do—whether it's writing, working, speaking, or even dealing with difficult people—your actions should have one hidden motive: healing. Healing others, whether they realize it or not, is what will bring true fulfillment to your life."
I frowned, puzzled....