Shanti Krishnamurthy Director, CCMT Education Cell

Dear young leaders,

Hari Om, Namaste!

Once few college students were asked, "what is the most challenging thing you face today?" There were multiple answers; like choosing what is right against what is easy, uncertainty and fear of future, unrealistic expectations of the society and discovering their own identity. In fact, every challenge is an opportunity for growth and challenges lead one to the growth zone.

Our Pujya Gurudev says, "You alone are responsible for what you make of yourself. Do not blame others for your conditions, you are whatyou are because of the choices you made.".

When there is a firm goal and the conviction to achieve, one will sacrifice what appears easy and choose the right though it may appear to be harder. To sacrifice the lower for the higher is the law of growth. Youth is a phase of immense potential filled with opportunities but decision making during this time is overwhelming for the youth. When the vision is narrow, short-term temptations may distract one from taking the right choices. The real test is in life when a youngster is faced with challenges, does he or she stand up for the right? Or chooses to compromise for the sake of convenience? Majority conveniently choose to take short cuts and the easy way forward and lose sight of their goals. Yielding to temptations for short term benefits, hinders the youth in manifesting their own potential. Our Pujya Gurudev also gives warning to the youth: "Be aware of your own self to navigate your journey, otherwise Beware of the temptations and distractions which will take you away from your own goals."

Letour youngsters be guided by wisdom and make the best out of their own journey of life.

With best wishes,

Shanti Krishnamurthy

Director, CCMT Education Cell