Amitabh Bachchan Discusses 'Sanskaar', Time, and Willpower
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Synopsis
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan reflects on the significance of learning, values, and self-discipline, emphasizing their interplay in human existence. He discusses the concept of 'sanskaar' and the importance of willpower in overcoming procrastination.
Key Takeaways
- Amitabh Bachchan shares insights on the importance of learning from various generations.
- Values embody the ethical norms that guide our lives.
- 'Sanskaar' represents the innate qualities passed down through generations.
- Time constraints can lead to greater productivity.
- Procrastination is acknowledged as a significant challenge.
Mumbai, April 16 (NationPress) Renowned megastar Amitabh Bachchan has shared insights on learning, values, time, and self-discipline, emphasizing how these elements converge within the human experience.
Amitabh expressed on his blog: “Every lesson is a day lived .. from the youth, from the fresh ideas of this generation, and from previous generations .. a lesson showcasing the significance of its value... Value seems to suggest a material existence .. no, not that value (sic).”
He highlighted that values are also “what life offers that we practice or believe to be the ethical and considered norm.”
“The sanskaar that we, along with our ancestors, instilled and imparted through their approaches, behaviors, and guidance ..Sanskaar … the innate power of capability .. a refinement, an enhancement .. the manner of the 'how,' 'when,' and 'where' (sic).”
He remarked that Sanskaar has an everlasting existence.
“It breathes perpetually to the very end of existence .. not just of humanity but of all beings, including the surrounding cosmic space .. And to each their own .. When time is limited .. curiously, the most work gets done .. but when there is no time constraint, work often never even begins (sic).”
“And that is the state one often finds oneself in .. ah, we have tomorrow, so we shall do it then .. yet tomorrow never arrives .. Being cognizant of it, yet not acting, is a laziness that is unforgivable .. and beyond apology .. So I strive to address the challenges I face with my mind .. a victim of 'time on hand' (sic).”
“But there is a necessity to overcome this in the near future .. near future .. ha! a safe assertion .. future and near, both deceptive .. Will shall be my strength .. and that is the power I rely on (sic).”
On April 15, the cinematic legend mentioned that one of the most futile activities of the day is to search for issues online.
“One of the most futile activities during the day is to search for an issue on the net…(sic),” he stated in his blog.
The iconic actor revealed that this is due to distractions.
