Lower the gears

This post is especially addressed to the people of Mumbai, or any other "upbeat" part of the world. See, all of us are too caught up in our pursuit of appraisals, increments and what not. Life is moving at an unbelievable pace and that's probably a good thing, who knows! However, maybe it'd be a good idea to just take a break, breathe perhaps, relax for a second and then get back to gear 5 (or 10, or 15, doesn't matter really).

I myself have been so busy with college, Music, the balancing act; but in the midst of all this, last night I took the time out to indulge in some star gazing with Dad. That's when I realized how much in life we're missing out on because of our "busy work schedules". The little things and the little joys they bring with them are precious. Too precious to be compromised for a life that leaves you with nothing but stress.

Think about it. When was the last time you broke into an unplanned melody on a wide street at an odd hour? I'm really not blaming you if you can't recollect. It's the story of more than one person's life. Blame it on the concrete jungle! Let's figure it out together. For once, let the share market not bother you. Leave the office alone. Don't get it home with you. Forget about the sales. Forget about the deadlines. Forget about the worries. Take a break.

Take a break. Sing a song. Break into a jig. Let your inability to dance not matter. Ask that long time crush of yours out. Who cares what he/she will say? Make yourself a meal. Mix those spices up. Board a local train in the off peak hours (trust me, it feels NICE)! Kick start that long forgotten bike of yours and let the wind rush through your hair. Go to that park. Swing on those swings. Play the Karaoke. Sing loudly and out of tune. Dig your teeth into an ice cream. Let it melt. Ditch the heels. Dump the dress. Wear pyjamas and go for a walk. Bare feet on wet grass. Take a break.

I know this one guy who missed out on a lazy Sunday, a midnight meal, an unplanned date, a memorable movie, a walk by the beach, a long gaze at the sky, a spontaneous song... He was too busy hating everything around him. Please don't be that guy. Smile. Because the best things in life are indeed free :)