I've been working hard for the GRE exams for more than a fortnight now.The scores that I've been receiving in the practice tests have been varying more than an amplitude modulated wave!I've plumbed the range of getting marks:1490 is my highest score so far and I've even managed to get a paltry 970!
The days when I've done well usually end with me feeling contented with my preparation.However,the very next day,I under perform and I feel "Will I get the marks that I have the yen for?"I sure hope so.
An important lesson I've learned in the recent past is that of having a dream.I always felt confused when people mention that the first step toward success is to dream big.I've always dismissed such pronouncements as being statements used by people to enhance their success stories.Little then, did I realize my folly.
The truth hit me when I was watching Roger Federer take on Robin Soderling in the French Open Final.Roger has been unlucky enough to lose the last three French Open finals to his nemesis,Nadal.Roger had somehow plodded through the stages of this year's tournament and he managed to reach the final,Yet again!But this year was different in that he didn't have to play Nadal,the upshot of which was that he won his maiden title at Rolland Garros.The tears came in torrents.Soon he composed himself and gleefully accepted the trophy.I have watched Roger breakdown everytime after winning Grand Slams.This time was no different.What then inspired me?This time I could understand WHY he cries!These victories mean so much to him.He has dreamed about them for so long.And boy has he dreamed about winning at Rolland Garros for so long!
What sets Roger apart from his peers?Is it solely his backhand,his dead accurate service or his power play from the baseline?No I wouldn't attribute his dominance just to his overall game.I'd attribute it to something far more essential;something far more primeval:HIS DESIRE TO WIN AND BE THE BEST!
Had he not had the burning desire to win,I doubt Roger would be the man he is today:A legend!Hard work definitely is of prime importance but what actuates one to work hard and harder than anyone else is the dream one has!Unless one is passionate about achieving one's dreams,I don't see one able to put in the hard work.
A typical example is me.I've approached everything in life without a goal,without a plan.The cliched phrase "I take life as it comes" applies perfectly to me.I have everything that it takes to succeed.The intelligence,the will to work.I just don't have a dream to strengthen that will.
I'm trying to change.I've tried to utilize this revelation in helping me get a good score on the GRE.I'm not going to make a prophecy about my score.All I'm saying is that I have taken a step in the right direction and that I've stumbled upon a verity of such importance that I guess my life would improve by following it.
1 comment:
I never understood that about Federer..why he weeps when he wins and only twitches a few facial muscles when he loses..what an extraordinary man!
But u're right..he's one of the greats becoz of that burning desire of his, that fire in his belly..that drives him ever onwards..
and to you, my friend, all the best of luck, to you.
but honestly, the way you're thinking now, I dont think you'll need any of that luck anymore. :)
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