Our life is no less than a rollercoaster ride. There are up’s and there are downs and there are times where we even don’t know what is going on. So, there is a 100% chance that our motivation gets dented sometimes in this ride called life and we feel success is far.
When we hear of success, Indian industrialist and philanthropist Ratan Tata is sure to pop up in our heads. He was the former Chairman of Tata Sons and is currently serving as chairman of the Tata trust to help the less fortunate and create a difference in their lives.
A recipient of the highest civilian awards of India, the Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan, he is a role model for many.
Here are 5 quotes by Ratan Tata to inspire you-
“Up’s and downs in life are important to keep us going, because a straight line even in an E.C.G means we are not alive”.
In this quote Mr. Tata beautifully explains that life can never be a straight course, ups and downs are a part and parcel of life, and in fact they keep us truly alive.
“All of us do not have equal talent. Yet all of shave an equal opportunity to develop our talents”.
This is the best quote for people who hate themselves for not being as good as their peers and blaming their fate for this. Although few are blessed with certain talents, you must remember that hard work can beat talent. Look for opportunities and always try to be better.
“If you want to walk fast, walk alone. But if you want to walk far, walk together”.
This is a quote explaining the importance of teamwork in the long run. It is true that one cannot go very far without the support of a team who love and respect you. Here, Ratan Tata explains that a true leader will pull everyone together.
“None can destroy iron, but its own rust can! Likewise none can destroy a person, but its own mindset can!”
Anger and ego are man’s worst enemies. This quote is a beautiful metaphor between iron and one’s own mindset. A man cannot be destroyed by any outside force if he or she keeps a strong mindset and decide to keep on going.
“I don’t believe in taking right decisions. I take decisions and make them right”.
Well when was the last time we thought that we have taken the perfect decision. It is impossible for even the biggest minds to always be right. Next time don’t overthink while taking a decision. Believe in yourself and go for it.
“Don’t educate your children to be rich, educate them to be happy. So when they grow up they will know the value of things and not the price”.
This comes as a very important message to all the parents. Happiness is the key to life and money must be always secondary to one’s happiness. The first responsibility of parents is to teach their young ones to enjoy the little things in life.
