Success and Character

                                           Character is very important in life but it does not give guaranteed success.  It is strange but true.  In a successful man, one will find his personal life and habits are not desirable. It gives a wrong signal to common men but it is a complicated matter. However, there is nothing like success wherein all drawbacks of a person are ignored or are covered up.

                                          Franklin Roosevelt known as FDR was a very successful president of America. He played a very successful role in handling the American Economic Depression and the Second world war.  He was not having a good reputation regarding corruption. He had another woman in his marriage life. He was very conservative and use to consult an astrologer on various matters. He was a chain smoker and use to drink 8 to10  times a day. However, he is a respected and successful president in spite of all those drawbacks in his life.

                                          Winston Churchill  Second World War Prime Minister of England was successful in winning the second world war. He was a very lazy person who used to sleep up until the afternoon. He was fond of opium during his college time. He was kicked out twice as prime minister of England during his political career. However, he is considered one of the most successful prime ministers of England. He was imperialist which is also ignored. There is nothing like success.

                                        There was one leader who was a Vegetarian. He did not smoke. Besides that, he never cheated wife and inspired millions of his countrymen. In view of the above  Adolf Hitler of Germany can be considered an ideal leader. But he lost the war and became a bad leader for waging the war.

                  All of these show that it is a great mistake to judge anyone by his habit and character.

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Hinduism and Buddhism

                                                        There are several similarities between Hindu philosophy and Buddhism. Bhagavan Buddha was born in Nepal but his Nirvana (i.e. Realization) was taken place in India.  Most of his Initial front followers were from India. They were brought up under Hindu philosophy before they accepted Buddha's teaching.   Buddha's teaching was also mainly influenced by Hinduism but he added some of his own teachings thereon.   Sometimes one feels that Buddha is speaking the language of Vedas and Lord Krishna.

                                                            The extraordinary rise of Buddhism took place at a time when Hinduism was in midst of decaying philosophy. The wasted interest then has taken over control of Hinduism which has become very unpopular because of its irrational practices. Buddha was light for them and people accepted his teaching. Even kings also started accepting buddha's teaching as a state Religion. In short, Hinduism was at declined then and kings started sending monks to surrounding countries for propagating Buddha teachings. i.e. to China, Tibet, Japan, Sri Lanka,  Mymnare, and in Southeast Countries. However, there was one Hindu young  Saint Adi Sankaracharya who traveled from South to North propagating that there is no difference between Buddhism and Hinduism. He also showed that Hinduism has everything which Bhagavan Buddha is teaching.  Those teachings were not put forward by Hinduism in the right perspective. In this connection, Adi Sankaracharya had long discussions for several days along with top Buddhist monks at Kashi. They ultimately accepted that defeat and Hindu philosophy prevailed. Adi Shankaracharya then established four Piths at four corners of India to further protect Hinduism. i.e. at Dwarka, Puri, Kedarnath, and Shrugeri in the South.

       That is how Adi Shankaracharya saved Hinduism from the onslaught of Buddhism in India.

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Decline Of Glamour-State Of California, USA

                                                                                                 It is the Golden State in America wherein High Tech Silicon Valley and the Glamourious Movie Industry of Hollywood are situated. It is gifted with beautiful green mountains along with valleys including a long Seashore of the Pacific Ocean. Besides, it has balance weather, making the state a more attractive place to stay. It is said that' When One tastes the orange juice of California will never think of leaving California'. 

                                                                                                California also has a history of the 'Gold Rush' when people from every corner of America were rushing to California for becoming rich. Such is the glory of such a prosperous California. However, glory and prosperity are attached to a big circle that brings up and down of anything. It seems California passing through a declining process for many reasons.

                                                                                                   The population of California is shrinking. In the year2022 population of the State further declined by 400000 than in the Year 2020. The population decline is due to migration from the state. The birth rate is less than the death rate.  It appears it may be due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The Los Angeles County population has also fallen over the last four years. The state's total fertility rate has also fallen from 2.2 in the year 2006 to 1.5 in the year 2020. In the year 2010, the population of elder 65+was 11% but it will double in the year by 2030. It may change the demography of the state.

                                                                                                  It is no more the migrant magnet because of frequent Drought, Wildfires in the forest Areas, and Expensive Housing. The Rich old people are buying houses in other States. Besides that poor schooling also plays an effect on migration from the State. California has lost 3 million of its population between the years 2000 and 2020 accordingly.  27% of the population of California is foreign-born which is twice the national average. In short, a Culturally rich state has become now more expensive which is not comfortable for the people to stay in. Hence State like Texas and Arizona has become more attractive for people to stay.

                                This is how California is losing its glamour and attractions.

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Diabetes-Care

                                                      Diabetes is a disease that can give a long life if controlled, but it can kill one if it is neglected. It is a disease that slowly affects one's organs which are most essential for a healthy life. i.e. Eyes. Heart, Kidney, etc. It is observed that patients with uncontrolled diabetes sometimes lose their eyes or make their eyesight weak. Heart problem is expected in the case of diabetes. Besides that, it also adversely affects the kidneys. In short, it can make its victims weak and disabled, and ultimately it may lead to death. 

                                     The expert doctors say that all diabetic patients are not getting equal treatment because of so many reasons. In some cases, even patients cannot effort prescribed treatment because of their economic conditions. Sometimes they do not understand the doctor's instructions due to language problems. It is also found that a doctor's instruction goes against a patient's cultural beliefs. In this fast and competitive world, even some diabetic patients do not get time to follow doctor instructions.                                                About 34.1 Million Adults are suffering from diabetes according to 'US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and 90 to 95 %of them have type 2 Diabetes. It comes to 26%of the population including the population of 65 and the elder. It is more among the economically weaker section than the wealthy.

                                     It requires a better communication system to improve the conditions of diabetic patients. In this connection, Kaiser Permanent Group has higher people who can converse with patients in their own language. Even community workers can also play a better role in improving the condition of diabetic patients. Health care providers can communicate with their patients better and faster by effectively expanding the  Telehealth System. It can also make it easy for Providers to reach diabetic patients in their homes. 

                                       However, Diabetes is the most common disease in the world and it has to be tackled with proper education on 'Living Healthy Lives.

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Mother

                                                                                 We have celebrated recently' Mothers Day'.  However in this materialistic world sometimes it is observed that children are fighting i.e. who will keep their old mother as they consider her to be a burden. In some cases, children love their money and properties rather than their love and affection. There are cases where some of the children do not attend the cremation of their mother for negligible disputes. Those cases are very unfortunate but exceptions.

                              The mother who gives birth to a child and keeps it in her womb for several months too with so much pain but with love. Hence mother is a fountain of selfless love, affection, and sacrifice. Her love will forever shower on her children whether they are good or bad. Therefore one will never find someone who does not love his or her mother.  It is also observed that Children are always closer to their mothers than to their fathers.

                                  Hence it is said that-

Mother-

Mother, you  taught me how to walk

 The first word that came from me  is 'Mom'

Your selfless love has also inspired  me

All struggle in your life was meant for we 

Mother-

 I fall, the blood seems to come out from you

And Tears were flowing when from my eyes 

The pain felt  in your heart

You also stood by me  like a rock in life  

Mother-

How can I forget  your  obligation in life

But that can not be even returned in my life

Mother- 

                     That is a mother and no one can replace her in anybody's life.

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Dictators - HowCreated?

                                               The well-known constitutional expert Dr. B R Ambedkar who wrote the Indian constitution had said  "In Politics Bhakti or Hero Worshiping is a sure road to degradation and to eventual dictatorship. "

                                               The dictators are created by people, the media, and sycophants. It is a process through which devils are being created out of human beings. There are examples wherein the name of the places i.e. Railway Station, Airport, Universities, and Institutions are being named after living ruling leaders. Besides that picture of the ruling leader is printed on important certificates or packets of essential commodities which are distributed among people. 

                                               Sometimes New Capital City is being built up in the name of the ruling leader.   Ruler is shown in newspapers, on TV, and on other Social media like Gurus or Kings or people Mashiah every day. It can detract the mind of any person to become dictatorial.

                                                In a democracy, there is Constitutional machinery like the Executive, Judiciary, and Election Commission which check and balance the power of the ruler. if any ruling leader tries to weaken any of them then that is danger signal for democracy and it is the sign of a rising dictatorship. It is the duty of all enlightened citizens to see that it is checked, otherwise, they fail in their duty and will be responsible for dictatorship.

                                             These are the reasons why sometimes human beings who rise to the status of the ruling leader become an indispensable dictators. every person must be cautious in the democracy to check and oppose the every adverse features of democratic set up.  some time people creat ruler as country and country as ruler wich leads to dictatorship.

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New World Order- Coming Up?

                                                           The world is very badly wounded by the pandemic Covid-19. It has changed the scenario of the world. It has also damaged the economy and financial structure of the world including the Superpowers. 

                                                             Besides that, the world has seen indirect conflicts between the Superpowers in the last two decades indirectly. i.e. In Iraq, Syria, Afghanistan, and now in Ukraine. 

                                                            The latest brutal attack on Ukraine by Russia has brought big powers like European Union, the UK, and the USA against Russia. It appears that China and North Korea are clearly behind Russian action. The USA and other partners have imposed strict sanctions against Russia wherein they are restricted to buy Russian gas and petroleum products. It has created a very critical situation in the financial world. The European Union's more than 1/3 requirement of energy is supplied by Russia. 

                                                           However, Russia has been trying to sell its gas and petrol at a 30% discount to buyers.  Russia is also ready to settle the payments in Rupees, Yuan, and Rubble instead of dollars over which the USA has had control and domination for a long time.  China is in the race for supper power and wanted to increase the value of the yuan in the world also wants to reduce the domination of dollars in favor of a new payment system in the world.  India has also agreed to settle its payment regarding buying petrol and gas in rupees with Russia in spite of the displeasure shown by the USA. It is surprising that Germany and some of the European countries are still buying petrol and gas from Russia in spite of sanctions imposed on Russian Energy. It may be an economic compulsion for them. 

                                                      However, all these developments show that new world order is emerging on the Horizon. i.e. Consist of Russia, China, North Korea, and some of the other Counties of the World. It is also seen as a declined order of American supremacy. However, let us see where it will lead.

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