Positivity is one trait that has remained constant in me, and I have always firmly believed that one should have a positive outlook and never give up in life. Believing that nothing is impossible, I do my best and try to face all the challenges in life because I believe that one should never stop trying and do not ever underestimate oneself. Furthermore, I am a straightforward person. Instead of sugar-coating my words or staying silent, I would rather tell people what I really think of something. Also, because I worked in China for 15 years teaching French to children, I think am more comfortable being around children, befriending them, talking with them, helping them grow… but should the need arise, I am also equally strict and know when and how to limit my friendliness. And it works. Of course I tend to get sentimental pretty soon and I am notorious for trusting people almost blindly, even ones whom I barely know – the trait which has made me taste betrayal quite a number of times… but with experience, I have tended to take life easily and accept things as they come. Because people change, circumstances change… and no matter how regretful you are one day and full of pride the other day, it is very likely that people hardly notice. Today is life, you don’t know what’s there tomorrow. So right now, I am just learning to enjoy life… partying with friends, travelling to new places and just remaining positive no matter what. And I guess these are the best things about being me because there are very few people who have understood this little secret to a happy life. Despite trying to be positive this pandamic that has still no sign of getting over ,has tried to break me!! No help whatsoever from the government side is really frustrating!!
The pandemic has given one more reason for the government to remain complacent. Instead of being strategic and devising rules within which we can continue to function as a society while minimizing the risk of exposure to the virus, it has put a blanket restriction. So many days down, and who knows how many more to go. How we are, as hardworking contributors to society supposed to remain afloat in this condition? Those of us who don’t evade taxes and pay our dues on time? How are kids to continue their education, especially those who are from less affluent parts of the community? Where is our government in this time of need? Will you show up, or keep letting us down?
Soma Pant, French language educator with over 20 years of international experience. Currently Director of ShriDiwa Intl school.
