The Mind asks questions, the Heart answers. The Mind calculates, the Heart simplifies. The Mind is restless, the Heart comforts. There is an ideological difference between the Mind and the Heart and the lucky ones are those who are able to get their Mind and their Heart together in a straight line. However the lesser mortals who form most of the population are those who have to toe one line, either go with the Mind or do as the Heart directs. It’s a difficult situation and more often then not, the Mind is victorious.
There are only a miniscule number of people in the world who are able to do what they love i.e. having their Mind and Heart in a linear relationship . The larger part have to go through the grind and get into the rigmarole of life, leading the Mind to dominate the Heart at all times.
I have come across several such conflicts between the Heart and the Mind and so I thought it best to write a brief post on my own tussles, hoping to make some interesting reading.
The Foundations
My journey too was no different. After a decent academic career, starting from my School days, my College, my Engineering and then eventually a post graduation in Business Administration, I have to admit, all these institutions including the one I worked in, have played critical roles in making the person I am today ( of course, nothing to take away from my exceptional parents who actually laid the foundation ).
The Influencers
My school shaped my interest in sports, my writing and speaking skills. My 4 years in Engineering gave me an analytical bent of mind and taught me how to work stringently hard. My stint at Business Administration broadened the spectrum of my thinking and created my interest in Marketing , Leadership and Man Management.
The Developing Professional
Post my education I served for a long period of 24 years in an Organisation I truly identified myself with . Starting from the bottom of the ladder and making my way through various positions, locations, cities, challenges, successes and failures, the journey in its entirety was an outstanding one. I grew with my Institution into senior roles resulting in a well rounded professional. I also had the opportunity to make an impact with my creative instincts and innovation. My Organisation ensured tremendous value addition to my overall personality. However in all these years my Heart would sometimes outstrip the Mind and set me thinking.
Taking the Plunge
I wanted to pause and take stock of my life. I wanted to pursue something which had my deepest interest. I wanted to look after my tiring body, I wanted to give more time to my family who had been deprived of the same as I had immersed myself completely in the rigours of my career. I felt the time was running out. I thought for a year and then decided to part ways with the Organisation I so revered. I took the plunge. I toed the line from my Heart and as such ignored the Mind.
An Exception
At the stage of my life where I took the decision to choose an alternate career as an Author and Sports, Leadership and Marketing Strategies blogger, many in our society still find it to be an exception. It was difficult explaining to a lot of people. They just couldn’t understand. However, I was clear in what I was doing . My heart had simplified matters for me. and in the ongoing tussle with the mind, it had emerged a winner.
A Relaxed Soul
I have neither compromised on my ambitions, nor I have laid my passions to rest. My objectives, goals and destinations are more relevant than ever. The Publishing of my book ‘ Polish September ‘ after a year of hardwork and the progress my blog rizkhan.in is making, are a testimony to the fact that I am enjoying this journey, which in turn is making a relaxed soul out of me. A new story is unfolding, undoubtedly.
The Crux of the Matter
It’s never too late. The moment in which you decide to go with your Heart, is the right moment. So explore a vocation you love and if you cannot find one, create one for yourself, is the crux of the matter.
ltilucky u, wish you great success . i’m sure while listening to heart ,your mind would have supported your heart in some argument and allowed the heart to win . this is also called destiny when mind ultimately surrendered to heart calling.
You are absolutely right. I really appreciate Sumanpreet
This write-up is so absorbing and calming.The readers can think deeply and decide about their life s objectives ..their passion…and the most important aspect which is…how to be happy and content.
Beautifully summarized. Thank you for your appreciation.