Only wise people can make the world a happy place

My travels across the world, be it the wilderness of Africa, or in the diverse terrain of Asia, or even the natural bounties in Europe, have all nudged me to ponder on the human journey from womb to tomb. My profession as a doctor has confirmed my belief that human beings possess an urge to live on and survive all kinds of struggle and hardships.

I also discovered that across diversities of geography, religion, culture, creed and race, human aspirations remain the same— to be happy, healthy and recognised.

The most important teaching for the human mind from childhood should be learning to look within, and learn to treat others the way they themselves want to be treated. Wise people contribute towards welfare and well-being of individuals and communities. The decisions they take, are in everyone’s interest. It’s always win-win. Wisdom drives mankind towards the right path. It leads to right actions and therefore prevents the person and society at large from harm and destruction. Wisdom is the key for everything. It brings logic and understanding of situations. It evokes actions and responses which are acceptable and tolerable to all. It can help bridge a number of gaps. Gaps of generation, beliefs, cultures and religion and bring individuals and communities closer at all levels — local, regional and global. Every drop of wisdom in this ocean of humanity will make the world happy and peaceful.

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