The arrow of resilience!
Dr Natwar Kadel
Associate Vice President & Vertical Head - Human Resource, People Strategy at Hyundai Motor India Ltd | Professor of Practice | Author | Motivator | Public Speaker | Philosopher | Mentor | Rider | Leader & Change Agent
Once upon a time, in the mystical land of Rajgarh, there lived a young, determined archer named Arjun. Known for his unwavering resolve and impeccable aim, Arjun had his heart set on winning the renowned Kingdom's Archery Championship. However, fate had other plans in store.
During the qualifying rounds, as Arjun aimed for the bull's eye with unwavering focus, misfortune struck. His bow snapped in half, leaving him with a wounded hand and shattered dreams. Disheartened and in excruciating pain, Arjun was urged by his mentor, the wise old sage Dev, to abandon the competition and tend to his injuries. Yet, inspired by the tales of resilience he had heard, Arjun refused to succumb to despair.
Determined to emulate the legends of fortitude, Arjun harnessed his inner strength and fashioned a makeshift bow, pushing through the pain with every arrow he released. The entire kingdom watched in awe as he valiantly faced each challenge, refusing to let his injury dictate his fate.
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As the final round approached, Arjun found himself facing the formidable King's Archery Champion, renowned for his flawless precision and unparalleled skill. With each shot, Arjun felt the sting of his injury, but he refused to show any sign of weakness. In a dramatic turn, during the decisive shot, the new bow strained, leaving Arjun with a deep gash on his dominant arm, mirroring the broken spirit that threatened to consume him.
Summoning the spirit of Danny Way and Kerri Strug, Arjun remembered their stories, the Great Wall of China and the Olympic victory, etching a renewed determination within his soul. Ignoring the searing pain, he steadied his hand, visualizing the bull's eye, and released the arrow with a profound sense of conviction. As the arrow struck the target, a deafening roar engulfed the arena, echoing the triumph of resilience over adversity.
Arjun stood as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, illustrating that life's challenges, like broken bows and shattered dreams, can never truly hinder one's path. With his indomitable will, he reminded the people of Rajgarh that amidst the darkest moments, it is not the fall that defines a person, but the unwavering resolve to rise, stronger and more resolute than ever before. And thus, he became a symbol of unwavering determination, teaching the kingdom that no matter the obstacle, one must never cry for small problems, but rather stand firm, be resilient, and move forward, for it is in the face of adversity that true heroes are born.
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1 年Very True!!
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1 年Well said Natwar. We need many skills to succeed. But it's resilience that will help us to sail through the turbulences of life.
Vice President & Function Head (National Service) at Hyundai Motor India Ltd
1 年So true!