If you have a sister, you have a friend for life. Perhaps one of the very few people who'll be loyal to you and never let you go astray. You may have come to kill each other a million times, but patch up later like nothing ever happened. She's the one person you can always go to. The one person who'll never truly let go of you, even when she does a mistake and knows you'll be pissed, she'd still tell you and display a true bond. She'll ask you to come home on time to prevent scoldings from parents, she'll be the savior when you're in a deep mess. She'll be a strong fierceful woman and also become a child with that innocent smile (you cant say no to!) when she wants you to buy her chocolates and dress. She'll also make you eat the food that she's happily left on her plate again to cleverly escape the scoldings from parents!
PS - Never fight for the TV remote, you're losing two wars there - The Remote and The War of Words.
Here's what makes them the best at what they do
1) Undisputed partner in crime
This combination is the world's best TAG TEAMS ever. Either it's picking on each other, or teaming up against someone else, your sister is the clever brat that you are not!
2) Anything under the sun
You can talk to her about anything and everything, she will in her own typical style give a response and an advise that will make even the most tense matters so damn simple! Though you hang out with your buddies, she's the one for your emotional and practical content. Sisters make living so easy!
3) In-house role model
A sister is the first person you admire when you come off age! Though she's annoying at times, you'd still love her heaps and bounds. She's inspires you in every walk of life be it career or friends. She knows you better than you know yourself!
4) Love Guru
She's the perfect love guru for you! She'll tell in a glance if the girl is worth you, always placing the brother above the girl! She'll tell you bits and pieces on how to impress a girl, She's also your fashion designer often saving you from a disaster that you are! She'll also clear all your confusions about a girl! Perhaps, it's time for the brothers to learn a thing or two and stop being stereotypical (Ahem!)
5) Keeps your tummy happy
When you get tired of eating the same food each day at home and let your sister know, she'll spring a surprise on you by cooking your favorite dish when you least expect it! A clever guy will take it from there and pamper the sister to have this as a regular in flow. A dish that your sister cooks is equivalent to that of what your mum prepares, except that its more trendy and that's how you like it!
6) Crisis Manager
She's the most efficient manager you'll come across. She'll lie for you when she has to, she'll pamper you to get things her way when she needs, she'll fight for you, she'll cry with you and she'll laugh with you. She's the only reason you are what you are. She's also a companion and the first one you'll ask to accompany you to all the events and boring family functions.
The list just goes on...
In short - A sister is a friend for ever! For ever and beyond.
Dedicating this Raksha bhandan to all brothers and sisters!
and Oh! Before I let you go, sharing the a video and an image below which are very dear to me!
"Naan oru thadava sonaa, nooru thadava sonna madri" and "Enn vazhi thani vazhi" dialogues amongst many others still yearn to find a replacement. It's been 10 yrs since some of these amazing, meaningful dialogues were made. The man behind it is our dear "Thalivar" Rajikanth who exemplifies these dialogues into philosophies in a way only he can. The style king.
Still from Basha
Born Shivaji Rao Gaekwad on the 12th of December 1950, there are tons of things one can learn from his life. Surviving through all hardships and coming up in life he strikes a chord with both the classes and masses alike. He is best known for his humbleness and spirituality. His style is impeccable. Often imitated, never duplicated. The climb from a bus conductor to the second highest paid actor in Asia is quite a Himalayan task. He is the SUPERSTAR!
His movies are a festival for his fans. Celebrated with much "doom dham" and not one of his movies miss the jackpot in the box office. The man yet is so humble. I've never seen him in person, but his appeal is so dearing, omnipresent and lovable. Dedicating his success to the lord above and to the people, he has shown the utmost compassion and respect to his fans. "Periyavargale, thaimargale, patrikenanbargale matrum enna vazhavekkire dhaivangazhana tamil makkale" that greets the elders, women and press folks and also to the tamil speaking people who he considers equivalent to the Gods. Rajinikanth to me is a larger than life persona. A universal phenomenon.
Rajini's fans in Japan where he a huge appeal and following.
His songs have been a source of inspiration for many, I have heard stories of people coming out of depression and trying to lead a better life because of his songs and his presence.
Rajini's life and style along with his powerful movie and dialogues can be a one heck of a lesson for entrepreneurs. Here's a few I like :
1) Naan Solrathaan Seiven, Sollathathium Seiven
"I'll do what I say, I'll also do what I don't say" is what the above line translates to. While this can be misinterpreted, an entrepreneur must be willing to take that extra leap, spend that extra hour to deliver the best. To promise less and deliver more. Rajini's inborn humbleness and difficulties may have led him to where he now. But the actor has always taken care to know his strengths and weaknesses and comes out on top with his dedication and perseverance always. Lesson here : Be accommodating. Promise less, deliver more.
2) Enn Vazhi, Thani Vazhi
"My path is my own" is what this powerful dialogue and something I relate to very closely. An entrepreneur is often a misfit for the society, remember this during those times when you're down. Know the rules, but play your own game. Don't get beaten if things don'g go your way. Self confidence is very important. You get knocked down, get back up and fight to live another day and succeed. If you're doing what's dear and true to you, walk through valleys of uncertainty, you'll make it - sooner or later. Lesson here : You own your destiny. Getting there may have its ups and downs - don't fear.
3) Naa Oru Thadavaa Sonna, Nooru Thadavaa Sonna Madri
"If I say something once, it's equivalent to saying it a hundred times". Thinking, analyzing, comparing and valuing are a few traits of a successful entrepreneur. This is in general and not only for entrepreneurs, in any working culture, one must have the respect and admiration of their counterparts and colleagues. An entrepreneur should earn the same and show qualities of leadership. So, think and speak. Lesson here : An entrepreneur should show leadership qualities. Words matter.
"Pigs come in a herd but a lion walks alone". This is a dialogue from Rajini's megahit "Shivaji". In the entrepreneur world, pigs are referred to the ones having a crowd mentality and lion as someone who stands up and stays strong. It is extremely important for an entrepreneur to stay strong and stand for what's correct in their entrepreneurial journey. It is very easy to lose track and wander away to a dark place. Also, even when there are adversities and when you lose the ones dear to you because of fear, a true entrepreneur will still withstand the hardships and sail through. It's when you're tested, you'll reveal yourself. Lesson here : Adversities will come and go. Stay put, stand strong and fight back. Just be a little smart too!
"When I come and how I come, no one knows. But when I need to come, I'll definitely be there on time" While some find it cool to be late to work, it sets a bad vibe and certainly is disrespectful to others. An entrepreneur when gives his/her word, should stick to it. No matter how difficult it is, punctuality is a must. Time is the most important factor in a entrepreneur's journey. It all play a long role in defining the kind of person you are. Lesson here : Punctuality is a must.
6) Pera Ketaale Summa Adhirudhulle
"Felt a tremor hearing the name?". In a good way, when someone hears your name it should say honesty, respect and gratitude. In this dialogue our thalivar asks the baddie if he got a shock hearing his name when the latter tries to destroy him and he comes back to fight. Everybody has a past and you cannot make everyone happy as Rajinikanth himself said in one of his earlier movies "Nallavana irukallam ana rhombo nallavana irukakudathu" which means you can be a good person, but you cannot always be a too good of a person. Set right expectations and stick to it. A good name and reputation is important. With a good name comes a good business. With good business comes quality work. Lesson here : People won't do the wrong business with you when you have honesty and gratitude as your morals.
"You wont achieve anything without hard work, Things achieved without hard work will not last long" This is my favorite one, hard work is the DNA of an entrepreneur. There's nothing without hard work and dedication. What our superstar says is very true - what is yours will always remain yours, knowledge and sweat can very rarely be substituted. Look around at all all the leading entrepreneurs and businessmen, each one have hard work, passion and dedication in every step they take and every breath they breathe. Lesson here : Hard work is the key to success.
There's still so much to learn from the man. He is a mix of gratitude, humility, hard work and excellence.
He is a brand himself. A global icon. An entrepreneur knowingly or unknowingly.
Thalivar Rajinikanth is a legend that will always continue to inspire people for generations.
