Crime rate is rising, so says the Modi team faces a stiff climb Central Crime Report. Amit Shah had been the Home Minister earlier very impressive and royal Dar- sector has reduced to 2.6 percent. All in Gujarat and his experience is go- bar Hall swearing - in is over. these facts are di- A The thumping victory smile rectly received form and very strong support of the people the Central Statisti- of India will remain on the carefully cal office - C S O, selected team for many more days to Delhi. come. The second swearing-in is go- ing to prompt and inspire Modi men. The Core Sec- The fun and the frolics will gradually tor’s dismal per- slow down and each of the Modi men formance is due to is going to face a Himalayan chal- less production of lenge to fulfill difficult aspirations of crude oil and natu- the millions of people of this vast sub ral gas. The United continent. States constant pressure against India buying Iran ing to help him. Sitaraman is given Each new day is going to pose dif- oil is highly frustrated and problem- the finance portfolio. What does she ficulties and challenges. The New atic. The Trump government has not know about the finance? How effec- York Times on the Modi win, writes been that friendly as it looks from the tive would she be? Let’s patiently : The world’s biggest democracy US President’s angry frowned at In- wait and watch! Arun Jateley will be has biggest challenges to dia buying Russian military missed very badly. He often defend- face...” Do you think Modi goods! China - India trade ed and replied to the Opposition at- is not aware of this? Do you has crossed more than 100 tack. Now? think he can ignore these crores dollars and that too challenges? From a very is not appreciated by the U Millions of youngsters are waiting for reliable source I am told :” S ! Modi knows it very well. jobs... Any solution with Modi! Wait He is very aware and con- Agriculture sector is highly and Watch. scious....” He can be tough, vulnerable. Rain scarcity, demanding and exact - if unavailability of canal wa- Minorities and Adivasis are their.... At- he si wishes. As the Guja- by Ignatius Dabhi ter and government’s pur- tacks of these had drawn the world rat Chief Minister, he had Sr. Journalist chase policy from farmers attention... Ram Mandir and Teen Ta- already proved that he can are difficult problems. lack laws? Let us wait and see how deliver, he wishes.... He can Modi takes each of these odds.... and he must. Subscriptions for We, Secular Citizens do support ev- The G D P has dramatically dipped ery positive step that sustains this down and reached to 58 percent - the motherland. Ours will be good wish- lowest in the last five years. Jobless- Renewal as well as New, can be es and prayers for the Modi team. ness has frightfully increased to 6.1 sent through Bank Fund Transfer to any “We have miles to go.... percent - the highest in the last 45 one of the following banks: years. The development of the core Bank: HDFC Bank Branch : CST - Mumbai VT Account Name: The Secular Citizen News item, Articles, Stories, Opin- Current Account No. 03552000006744 ion, interview, Poems, etc. can be ISFC code: HDFC0000355 sent by or WhatsApp: +91 9820485389 Bank: Citizen Credit Co-op Bank Ltd., Email: Branch : Colaba, Mumbai [email protected] Account Name: The Secular Citizen [email protected] CurentAccountNo. 2090031000000489 [email protected] ISFC code: CCBL0209003 by Post Please inform us through email: secu- The Secular Citizen [email protected] or through phone: 99, Perin Nariman Street, 1st Floor, 9820485389 after transferring the same. Fort, Mumbai 400001

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4 THE SECULAR CITIZEN 17-23 June 2019 and intense. Others are gentle and relaxing. Yoga is an invaluable gift of ancient Indian tradition. It embod- ies unity of mind and body; thought and action; restraint and fulfillment; harmony between man and nature and a holistic approach to health and well-being. The word ‘yoga’ literally not known by his occupation or pro- means ‘union’. Through yoga you can How many deputy fession but his mission of enlighten- explore profoundly the very mechan- ing public at large with the facts. The ics of life." chief ministers ? —Jubel D’Cruz, Mumbai. object being let the people think and Appointing deputy chief ministers decide. Mr. Chhotabhai's few recent seems to have become a fashion, articles regarding the nun rape case Pope Frnacis on should we say? Several states cur- and conduct of BP Franco are stand rently have atleast one deputy chief to these reasons. Plato had said "I Church's Tradition minister, with I think, Uttar Pradesh & can't teach you anything but to think." Goa having two deputy chief minis- The recent article of Mr. Chhotabhai and Pope Benedict! ters. But the chief minister of Telan- title as clean and the dirty socks is in On Sunday 02 June 2019, Pope gana, Y. S. Jaganmohan Reddy takes that directions. What is wrong or in- Francis told journalists aboard the Pa- the cake - he has appointed as many justice has to be termed as such ir- respective of the personality involved. pal plane returning to Rome from Ro- as Five deputy chief ministers. Isn’t mania (Some excerpts): this stretching it a bit too far? In my view Mr. Chhotabhai is acting as a crusader against injustice in the “The ‘tradition of the Church’ is not Church, because injustice any where a funerary urn holding the ashes of the What is the importance of a deputy past, nor it is a fundamentalist nostal- chief minister? According to constitu- is injustice everywhere. —A. J. Almeida gia of a golden age; but rather, tradition tional experts, the position of deputy is a guarantee of the future. Tradition chief minister or deputy prime minis- is not a museum piece, but rather the ter, is not technically a constitutional roots that guarantee that the tree will office. What is the role of a deputy Yoga Day grow, flourish and bear fruit! It gives chief minister in any case ? He may The practice of yoga is something sap drawn from the earth, in order to not even be given important portfolios that has the power to heal your entire blossom, and seeds that will be roots such as Home. As such, he is like body. It is the best medicine that any for others.” any other cabinet minister. Then why “I apply these reflections to emeri- doctor can ever give you and that for create such posts? The only reason tus Pope Benedict. Every time I visit any kind of disease that you are suf- it seems, is to satisfy the egos of the him, I feel it. I take his hand in mine. He fering from. Yoga day is celebrated various allies of the ruling party. speaks little and a bit slowly,but with every year on June 21, which came the same depth! He has great lucidity, into being in the year 2015 with the With the appointment of Five dep- and whenever I hear him speak, I be- genuine effort made by Shri Narendra uty chief ministers in Telangana, will come strong. I feel the sap of the roots Modi, the Prime Minister of India. this now set the trend for competition nourish me. It helps me move forward!” To promote this important day in other states ? “Yes, this tradition of the Church is and to help people know the signifi- always in motion! In the early Church cance of this day, every school and —Melville X. D’Souza the disciples of Jesus had to let go off college organizes for essay-writing - Orlem, Malad West. their cherished Jewish traditions they competitions on Yoga Day. Students . grew up with. This detachment from prepare for the best essay on their past traditions is a model for today’s part and it also help in a way to spread Christians. Those first Christians did "Clean Chits & awareness about the significance of not abandon things that didn’t count. including yoga in your everyday life. Rather they adopted what was at stake Dirty Socks" Yoga is more than just burning your – their new religious identity!” calories and toning your muscles. It is “True faith purified from traditions This refers to "Clean Chits & Durty a mind-body workout where you have which are more of an obstacle than a Socks" by Chhotabhai in The Secular strengthening and stretching poses help, must be let go off. To follow the Citizen of 27th May, 2019. along with deep breathing techniques Lord requires walking quickly; and The press has always played no- to relax your mind and body. There you need to lighten yourself even if it ble roll in thinking process of the In- are more than a hundred different costs!”" dian Citizen. The honest journalist is forms of yoga. Some are fast paced —Dr. Hazel Colaso 17-23 June 2019 THE SECULAR CITIZEN 5 Cardinal Alencherry cleared by bishops of land scam

Bhopal: India’s Cardinal George Alencherry, who faces multiple probes “Canonically, the issue is with the Vati- for allegedly selling off land and incur- can and there is no role for the KCBC ring a loss of about US$10 million, to issue a circular exonerating the car- has been cleared by his fellow bish- dinal.” ops even though the Vatican has yet to rule on the findings of its adminis- On April 5, Bishop Manatho- trator. dath, who was appointed as apostolic administrator of the archdiocese this But the move has angered other fig- year, submitted to Rome his inquiry ures within the Eastern-rite Syro-Mal- church. report on the controversial land sale, abar Church who have accused the but the Vatican has yet to reveal its bishops of attempting to influence civil “We know there is no truth in the al- findings. and Vatican investigations. legations against the cardinal. It might be possible there were some proce- Kanookaran accused the KCBC of The Kerala Catholic Bishops’ Council dural errors but it was not a case of a attempting to influence the civil and (KCBC), which met on June 4-5 at its big scam. Nobody has taken money Vatican investigations. headquarters in Kochi, found no merit from the church and we want to clear in the allegations against the cardinal. confusion among believers.” Father Vallikkatt, however, denied the The KCBC issued a circular on June 6 allegation, saying it had not opposed to inform Catholics about its decision. Father Vallikkatt said the KCBC had any probe. The KCBC, he added, not constituted any committee to “instead reaffirmed its position that a Archbishop Soosa Pakiam, president probe the allegations before exoner- probe should be conducted into the of the KCBC, said in the circular that ating Cardinal Alencherry. allegations.” “our discussions have proved that the kind of corruption alleged in the land “We held several rounds of discus- In November 2017, a group of deal did not seem to have occurred.” sions individually and in groups with accused Cardinal Alencherry and two all concerned parties and found that priests of selling off land and incurring It further makes it clear that “fissures there is no merit in the allegations,” a loss of about US$10 million for the within the church have led to contro- he said. archdiocese. versies and given rise to apprehen- sions among the faithful.” First information reports The Vatican last June removed the cardinal from administrative positions “Measures have been taken to ad- Archdiocesan public relations officer in the archdiocese, but he continues dress the apprehensions and alle- Father Paul Karedan said in an official to be the major archbishop and heads gations pertaining to the land deals statement that the circular was “inap- its synod, based at the Church’s involving the Ernakulam-Angamaly propriate and unfortunate.” headquarters in Ernakulam. Archdiocese within the church itself,” it noted. “The controversy about the land deal In February, a who is a junior of- was mentioned at the KCBC meeting, ficial of the synod filed a criminal com- The circular, which was due to be read but there was no discussion. The cir- plaint accusing Bishop Manathodath out in churches on June 9, had to be cular, issued with an instruction that and senior priest Father Paul Thelakat put on hold following opposition from it should be read at churches, went of forging documents to defame the within the church leadership and from against the decision at the meeting,” cardinal. the public. he said. The complaint said Father Thelakat “There is no change in the circular — Riju Kanookaran of the Archdiocese forged documents showing that the it still stands even though it will not Movement for Transparency said it cardinal had transferred money from be read out in churches,” said Father was “incorrect and illegal” for the his private bank accounts to some Varghese Vallikkatt, deputy secretary- KCBC to issue such a circular. corporate accounts. The bishop was general of the KCBC. accused of presenting the documents “Civil authorities are probing multiple to the synod with the intention of tar- “Our stand is not to create any prob- cases against the cardinal and first nishing the cardinal. lem for anyone. We want to settle all information reports are registered issues amicably and grow as one against him in two cases,” he told Source: UCAN ucanews.com.

6 THE SECULAR CITIZEN 17-23 June 2019 Indian cardinal 'nothing to hide' after sex abuse cover-up claim

Bhopal: India’s Archdiocese of Bom- and assured them of all his support. bay has denied reports of a police The cardinal also consoled them,” Fa- A section of the POCSO Act provides case against Cardinal Oswald Gra- ther Barrett told ucanews.com. for a maximum jail term of one year cias and two other bishops for their al- for any person in charge of an institu- leged failure to initiate action against a “They lodged a complaint against the tion who fails to report to police an al- priest accused of child abuse. accused priest a couple of hours after leged sexual offense by a subordinate meeting the cardinal and therefore it against a minor. “We have not come across any offi- is wrong to accuse the cardinal of any cial record of a first information report kind of deliberate attempt to hush up “We have never been against any (FIR) against Cardinal kind of probe into the Gracias and his auxil- allegations against the iaries Bishop Dominic cardinal and other bish- Savio and Bishop John ops as we have nothing Rodrigues,” said arch- to hide,” Father Barrett diocesan spokesman said. Father Nigel Barrett. “The diocese also initi- Media reports, how- ated an internal probe ever, said Mumbai po- based on the complaint lice have lodged an from the minor’s par- FIR against Cardinal ents.” Gracias, who is also archbishop of Bom- The diocesan inquiry bay Archdiocese in the could not be completed western state of Ma- as the priest was arrest- harashtra, and the two ed two days after it was bishops for allegedly initiated, he said. not acting against a priest accused of child “We need the presence molestation despite complaints from the matter.” of the accused to ascertain the facts the child’s father. of the allegations. Even before the Archdiocesan Father Lawrence John- probe began, the prelate had over the The Mumbai Mirror reported on June son, 55, was arrested on Dec. 2, 2015, telephone suspended the priest from 4 that the police action followed a di- and charged with having engaged in all his public faculties as the diocese rection from a special Protection of "sexual activities against the order of was zero-tolerant to such abuse,” Fa- Children from Sexual Offences (POS- nature" with a boy aged 13. Police ther Barrett said. CO) court in May for police to investi- also charged him with violating sev- gate the allegations against the cardi- eral sections of the POCSO Act. “We approached the police for a copy nal and his deputies. of the FIR and other details, if any, but The priest remains in custody while we have not received any official doc- The report also said that the child’s the cases against him are heard. uments to this effect yet.” parents had tried to establish contact with Bishop Savio and Bishop Ro- Police say that after prayers on Nov. Father Barrett said the cardinal and drigues. 27, 2015, the priest enticed the boy the two bishops have not been con- into a room, then closed the door be- tacted by police. “Neither the parents nor anybody else fore sexually abusing him. met the auxiliary bishops to discuss Cardinal Gracias is a member of the the abuse issue,” said Father Barrett. Medical examination of the boy four Council of Cardinal Advisers to Pope days later confirmed injuries to his pri- Francis and president of the Catholic The diocese said the parents called vate parts, court records show. Bishops’ Conference of India. on Cardinal Gracias on Nov. 30, 2015. The child's father alleged that church Source: UCAN “The cardinal held a discussion for authorities, despite having knowledge over an hour with the minor’s parents of the crime, concealed it and did not act against the accused.

17-23 June 2019 THE SECULAR CITIZEN 7 WHETHER THE NARRATIVE OF SUPER NATIONALISM AND TOXIC HINDUTVA WHICH MOST ELECTION PUNDITS SUGGEST ENABLED NARENDRA MODI AND AMIT SHAH DUO TO WIN 332 SEATS IN PARLIAMENT WILL OVERCOME THE SLUGGISH ECONOMY? by Eric D'Sa India. They are entering the work force 67.11% turned up to vote, the highest full of hope, looking for strong leader- in recent times. Of these 600 million here is a popular saying in ship to fulfil their aspirations. But one in voters, BJP’s vote share was 37.4%, or the West that eventually it will five young urban men and one in four approximately 225 million voters, (this still be the economy, Stupid. young urban women cannot find a . is the vote share across the country and All the post-election commen- With declining agricultural incomes, includes constituencies the BJP chose T about 6-7 million leave the farm sector not to contest). This is not to take away tary seems to suggest that Narendra Modi is some political unicorn, who in search of employment in other areas from Modi’s landslide win; the electoral defies the standard link between eco- each year. Add to this the 12-13 million math of voter turnouts and vote shares nomic and political success. With the young Indians joining the work force always makes “majorities" seem weak- economy growing at a sluggish 6.6%, annually, and India needs to create er, no matter which party wins. joblessness at an all-time high, and de- 20 million jobs every year for the next clining farm incomes, it was unimagi- five years. Without that, the next- elec The point here is, the number of indi- nable to the economic pundits that an tion will have 80-100 million young and viduals actually voting will matter if jobs incumbent could maintain his popular- unemployed voters, mostly disgruntled become a major issue. In a country of ity. Yet the Bharatiya Janata Party 1.35 billion, only 225 million voted (BJP) and the National Democratic YOU THE CITIZENS for Modi’s party, either because they Alliance have not just won, but bet- were not yet eligible to vote, or apa- tered their 2014 performance. Po- DECIDE: thetic, or explicitly voted for someone litical analysts are scratching their other than Modi. And it is unlikely that heads and economists are nervous; all 225 million voted for BJP’s hindu- with this electoral mandate Narendra and angry. tva agenda. Some were impressed by Modi will not bother with economic de- Modi’s leadership and oratory, while velopment. It is another thing that sta- This election seems to have been en- others have benefitted from the various tistics have been tweaked and people tirely about Modi’s strong leadership, targeted schemes on electricity, LPG, were officially provided the economic India first Nationalism and Hindutva toilets, etc. In five years, if even half the statistics a day after the election results pride. This means, economic condi- youth entering the workforce (40-50 came out. tions were overlooked during this elec- million) are disgruntled, the electoral tion. Hence when young voters are dis- math for the ruling party could change But that would be a big mistake for illusioned, they will squarely blame the dramatically. three reasons: Prime Minister. A 5-7 year job struggle could disenchant anyone, especially So, it would be very naïve to assume The first, is the youth vote. Two-thirds today’s youth who are not patient like that economic circumstances do not of India is below the age of 35 and, in their grandparents’ generation, which matter to Indians. The “Hindu wave" this election, there were 15-16 million was used to low growth. The nation is strictly limited to a fraction of Indi- first-time eligible voters (18-19 years of was growing at what was termed the ans, who voted loyally for BJP despite age). About 84 million young people Hindu rate of growth of around 4 to 5% their economic circumstances getting became eligible to vote in a general until the combination of Narasimha Rao weaker. For all others, economic cir- election for the first time since the 2014 as PM and Manmohan Singh as FM cumstances matter a lot. Today’s apa- polls. States where the share of young- changed it in 1991. thetic Indians may become tomorrow’s er voters is greater than the national disgruntled voters. And the 375 million average also saw an increase in voter Second, the “liberal" wing of the pun- who didn’t vote for Modi this election turnout. And, surveys seem to suggest ditry has all but declared the end of In- need a lot more persuasion through that Modi is particularly popular among dian secularism and economic reform. economic development and social tol- the youth. They are convinced that the situation erance. Even “Hindu wave" loyalists is hopeless, and India is full of hate- may not remain too loyal if their lot does These young voters are not yet disillu- ful bigots who are so uni dimensional not improve. sioned with politics or cynical because that they don’t care for their economic they have not yet experienced serious circumstances. But the numbers don’t The third reason, unlike the first two, is political disappointment—a privilege seem to show a country full of big- a carrot and not a stick. Modi is poised of the middle aged and the elderly in ots. Of the 900 million eligible voters, (Contd.. on p. 9)

8 THE SECULAR CITIZEN 17-23 June 2019 (Contd.. from p. 8) Hyderabad Archdiocese to host to make a mark in the history books and he is aware of it. But, history is not Indian Catholic Youth Conference kind to leaders who bring economic doom. Seventy-five million Indians still Secunderabad, June 7, 2019: The live in extreme poverty (earning less Indian Catholic Youth Movement than $1.90 a day) and about a third of [ICYM] of the National Youth Com- all citizens—450 million—live under the mission of the Conference of Catho- $3.20-a-day poverty threshold used for lic Bishops of India (CCBI) will hold a “lower middle income" countries like national youth conference at Secun- India. With reforms and sustained eco- derabad, October 13 – 17. nomic growth, this group is poised to enter the middle class. But without it, “Purpose is two ways—to give young they are vulnerable to economic stress people a chance to talk, share and that could push them back into poverty. express their thoughts and concerns and the church listens to. Secondly, it P.V. Narasimha Rao, hardly a beloved is to educate and impart knowledge leader of the masses, is a hero in the to young people about faith and im- history books for ushering in econom- portant matters in life, such as media, ic growth through the 1991 reforms, leadership, politics, history of Chris- which has since lifted 170 million out of tian faith, vocation and many other poverty. Modi has an even greater op- topics in the form of workshops. It is portunity to affect the lives of hundreds a more dialogue-based programme. of millions more; and he will be deified No sessions and talks,” Percival Holt, national youth president of ICYM, if he pushes Indians into prosperity. In hortation of Pope Francis, written in told Matters India, June 5. the long run, it is always economic cir- response to the Fifteenth Ordinary cumstances that determine individual General Assembly of the Synod of “The importance of the conference and collective destiny. Our Prime Min- Bishops, on “Young people, faith is to dialogue and talk in a synodal ister would do well to remember this and vocational discernment”, held way, just as Pope Francis asks of and ignore the current commentary on from 3 to 28 October 2018. It is ad- the church—‘Let us help and handle his leadership being bulletproof to eco- dressed “to young people and to the things together. Not just one way but nomics. However as You the Citizens entire people of God.” are aware, internal social harmony and all together,” Holt said. peaceful Co-existence even with your “At the end of the youth conference “I am the Servant of the Lord; May immediate neighbours, which enable in Secunderabad, we will come out it be done to me according to your you divert limited resources for the de- with a document that records the word” (Lk 1:38) is chosen as its velopment of lower rung of the pyramid voice of youth and it will be shared theme. It invites youth to understand and reduce disparity of wealth is need with all the bishops of India. This their call in life and re-affirm their of the hour. Modi has in 2014 promised would help them understand and commitment to God and His will, in to bring in Ache din to the masses. He use it while drawing their pastoral response to all the concerns and has been given another five years to plan for the youth ahead,” Holt said. keep his promise. matters discussed in the synod, just as the young Mary did. More than 500 youth including invi- tees and guests are expected to at- “The theme this year is chosen and tend this national youth event. Bungalows the programme is being planned in a way to help young people under- —Matters India

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17-23 June 2019 THE SECULAR CITIZEN 9 Wording of 'Lord’s Prayer' to change Six Doctor ! Doctors have a unique vocation to heal - a noble profession meant to preserve life instead of destroying it. Most have lived up to the Hippocratic oath: “Where the art of medicine is loved and practiced, there is also the love for humanity”!

National Doctors Day in India is cele- brated on 1st July, in honor of the leg- endary Chief Minister of West Bengal, Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, who was honored with the Bharat Ratna on 04 The Holy Father, Pope Francis offi- He actually allows us to be tempted, February 1961. Here are six doctors cially approved a change to the most but we have to make a choice,” Mor- who have led holy lives, using their famous prayer in Christianity, say re- ris said, adding that Jesus originally God-given talents to heal mind, body ports. spoke it in Aramaic before it was and soul! translated into Greek and other lan- It’s the prayer Jesus taught followers guages. 1. St. ! He wrote to pray and one of the few things that the Gospel and the Acts. He was unites 2.2 billion Christians across On social media, the pope’s change a renowned Greek doctor, and the globe. But the Holy See’s May 22 has received praise for making sense has been invoked by the Catholic approval adjusting The Lord’s Prayer, but others have called it an abomi- Church as the Patron of physi- widely known among the faithful as nation. One user said: “this is like cians and surgeons. the “Our Father,” has been years in changing the Declaration of Indepen- 2 & 3. STs. Cosmos and Damian: the making, UCatholic reported. dence.” These brothers were highly skilled doctors in the 4th century, who did The Catholic leader changed the Francis also approved changes to all they could to treat people. They phrase “lead us not into temptation” The Gloria from “Peace on earth to were killed for their Christian faith to “do not let us fall into temptation,” people of good will” to “Peace on during the Diocletian persecution. as mentioned in the gospel of Mat- Earth to people beloved by God.” 4. St. Rene Groupil: After study- thew 6:13, because the original trans- ing medicine in the 17th century, lation implies that God induces temp- During the General Assembly of the Groupil sailed to “New France”, to tation. The change, officials said, Episcopal Conference of Italy, Presi- help the Jesuit ministries in Que- is closer to the original intent of the dent Cardinal Gualtiero Bassetti an- bec. He volunteered to assist them prayer. nounced the approval of a third edi- in their missionary work. tion of the Messale Romano in May, 5. St. Gianna Beretta Molla: She stud- “I am the one who falls; it’s not Him “in the wake of the liturgical reform.” ied medicine to eventually graduate pushing me into temptation to then as a renowned Pediatrician. She see how I have fallen,” Francis ex- Local people in Mangalore, where worked especially with the poor plained to Italian broadcasters about the church's official language is children, and pregnant and lactat- the phrase change. “A father doesn’t Konkani in Kannada script, feel that ing mothers. do that, a father helps you to get up the wording at present of the Lord's 6. Ven. Marcello Labor: During world immediately. It’s Satan who leads prayer (Our Father or Amche Bappa) war 1, Labor served as a medical of- us into temptation, that’s his depart- already meets the changed norm, no ficer in the Italian army. Later he es- ment.” official word is yet received from the tablished a general practice in Pola, church authorities. There may pos- Italy, where he devoted his time to Fox News religion correspondent, sibly be other languages, specially the poor. Jonathan Morris, told Martha MacCal- here in India where many languages lum on “The Story” that Jesus didn’t and dialects use the prayer widely Conclusion: Jesus revealed: “I was speak English so Church leaders are and world wide which meet the new sick and you took care of Me”(Matthew working on their best interpretation. norms. 25:36).

“He’s saying the translation isn’t — Adapted from Vatican reports —Dr. Trevor Colaso, good because God never makes us by Ivan Saldanha-shet. Memphis, TN. USA. fall or never leads us into temptation.

10 THE SECULAR CITIZEN 17-23 June 2019 Modi’s moment of glory While cricket teams are competing VIEWS on NEWS for the oncoming World cup, Narendra Modi has won his, hands down though Valley have univocally denounced the the third umpire’s credibility was ques- move and Mehbooba had made some tioned. In fact he got a walk-over with comments which are not in the interest disparate opposition leaders putting of the nation. Now that she has lost the themselves and their parties ahead of elections, it is only natural that she will by Marshall Sequeira unity. With not a single strong and de- go any length to incite the restive people cisive leader in the opposition camp to who do not need much prodding in the head the front to confront the BJP at prevailing charged atmosphere. The States/UTs] must have hit him hard. In the elections, the electorate had limited government will have to tread with ex- Western UP some 20 out of 21 candi- options. National elections, unlike the treme caution. The Uniform Civil Code dates lost their deposits which must be assembly elections, have international is another sensitive issue which could a record of sorts. Three Hindi heartland ramifications and the world watches polarize the country into two distinct States of Rajasthan, MP and Chhastis- such an exercise with a lot of interest, groups which is undesirable. The stage garh have a larger lesson. Except Sta- especially when a country like India is set for an economically strong and vi- lin no other leader was really willing to which enjoys a prominent position in brant India so that the generation next is go with the Congress – of course, each the comity of nations, is involved. A able to enjoy the fruits. for a different reason. If the Congress strong government at the Centre in- The selection of Nirmala Seethara- got 50 plus seats, they need to thank sulates the nation from being bullied. man as FM is a big surprise but hopes the DMK for giving them the foot-hold A decisive national leader commands she will deliver with guidance from Arun there. The only other State that backed respect from neighbours and other big Jaitley with whom she has good equa- Rahul was Kerala. Rest of the country powers as his voice resonates across tion. Things are changing as one post rejected him. He is surrounded by not nations big and small. on social media said “MAN will manage so capable advisors. That Narendra Modi would form the HOME while a WOMAN will manage As a grand old party, the Con- next government was a foregone con- FINANCE. Desh badal raha hai”. Yes gress should have taken the lead. With clusion but the sheer size and magni- it is changing. But more than that, the Akilesh and Mayawati calling the shots, tude of the victory left even BJP lead- expectations are rising. Not many sur- it was like the tail wagging the dog. The ers shocked. Ram Madhav known for prises otherwise. The motor mouths are trust deficit was too high. The approach his political acumen had said that they missing but whether it is by accident or should have been very clear. First fight would need allies to form the govern- by design, one does not know. the elections together [State-wise] and ment. The manner in which the PM Now that the heat of the elections is see which party gets the maximum went hammer and tongs after the Gan- over, the PM needs to concentrate on the seats and then decide on the Prime dhis and the opposition gatbandan economy which is sliding for quite some Ministerial candidate. They were work- showed that at one point the BJP was time now. Time for excuses is over. Time ing in reverse order and in the process, not so sure of its victory even though for blaming the UPA for all the ills, is also everybody lost. There are many region- they put up brave faces. Some element over. By the way, in the formation of his al leaders and they are popular in their of perceived desperation was visible at Ministry, the PM got his back on his two own States. Individually they are weak one point. All said and done they won troublesome allies. The JD[U] and Shiv but collectively, without egos, they handsomely to begin their second in- Sena extracted their pounds of flesh could form a formidable alternative. nings. They have a huge task. Though and got more seats while the BJP had Has the Congress lost its relevance quite a few of their promises remained to compromise albeit reluctantly just to completely? Not really. It can still stage unfulfilled or partially redeemed, the keep them on board. Now Modi can af- a comeback. It has support all over In- next five years will be crucial. The peo- ford to ignore his allies and showed it by dia but not strong enough to translate ple have given their mandate and they being economical with ministerial berths into seats. BJP with vote share of 37.4% expect the government to perform by to them both forcing Nitish Kumar to bagged 303 seats while the Congress concentrating on issues which affect opt out of the government but hit back with 19.5% [not a bad score] could man- the people – no rhetoric. with no berth for BJP in Bihar. There is age only 52 – disproportionately low. Narendra Modi has now selected nothing more he could do. Shiv Sena They should have got 150 seats. TMC his team with some help from his best- at best can only sulk. Come assembly with 4.1% vote share got 22 seats and man – Amit Shah whom he has entrust- elections and it will up the ante. That is YSRCP got 22 with 2.5% - again it does ed with the important Home Ministry. It politics! not add up. A fresh approach is called is not clear whether in his appointment ***** for in Congress circles. Forget the sy- the PM has sent a message to the op- cophancy. Gandhi loyalists will object. position as well as anti-nationals in Choice before the Oppo- Forget them. Don’t impose anyone on J&K and North East. Shah has reiter- sition the cadres. Hold genuine internal elec- ated time and again that the BJP will do These elections have a very strong tions and let a new leader emerge with away with articles 370 and 35A. Now message for the Opposition in general a free hand. No remote control please. that he has been given the Ministry that and Rahul Gandhi in particular. Their Gandhis should behave like one of the will deal with it, the BJP seems to be se- dismal failure [no representation in 20 many and not like the God’s chosen rious about it. All political parties in the ones. Those days are over for good. 17-23 June 2019 THE SECULAR CITIZEN 11 Things you should never tolerate

you will live your life and what path you If someone is rude or disrespectful should take, you will never reach your towards you, politely excuse your- full potential. Take the path less trav- self and walk away. It sends a clear elled and leave your own imprint on the message to the other person - that world. You were not made to fit in; you what they’ve said or done is unac- were born to stand out. ceptable and you won’t tolerate it. Being a people pleaser : When you seek approval from others, Working while you hate your job : HAVE YOU EVER felt like you’ve been you diminish the power of your own This cannot be stressed enough - your settling for less - like you deserve bet- opinion. No matter how many people job takes up so much of your time; do ter? Well, you don’t have to settle for agree or disagree with your decision, you really want to keep doing something less than you deserve. You can deter- they will never be able to make the deci- you hate just to pay the bills? Never set- mine from today to not tolerate things sion for you. Also, you can never make tle for a job just to feel secure and have that bring you down or drain the life everyone happy, because everyone a steady pay cheque. Even if you make out of you. Humans tend to normalize take different paths in their quest for less money by following your passions, behaviours of close intimates tucking happiness Give up these last ditch ef- you can always adjust your lifestyle to certain responses and behaviours into forts to appease your ego and instead accommodate your income. folders labelled: ;Just the way he is ‘ to just focus on what makes you happy. ‘so typical of her.’ You only live once but Not being happy : if you live it right, once is enough,. Stop Negative self-talk : While happiness is subjective everyone tolerating the given critical things, start- Every time that little voice in your head should always live in a way that hon- ing now, to live a full, more meaningful talks to you, it can either poison or nour- ours their souls. So many people today life. ish your soul. It can empower you or cut you down, so pay attention to what it think they must live in turmoil because life was just set up that way but you can During this age of great transformation says. Your thoughts create your reality, always change your circumstances. and unrest, many of us have realised as you probably already know, so make Never settle for a life that doesn’t make we must eliminate all the negativity in sure those thoughts align with what you you happy. our lives so that we can usher in a more want your world to look like. positive lifestyle. Make sure you don’t Being lazy : allow these toxic people or habits into Staying with unsupportive friends : Technology, online shopping, grocery your life so that you can continue to If you have a circle of friends who always stores and automation in general have evolve into your best self bash your ideas and dreams or dismiss your latest accomplishments when you made us a very lazy society. However, you still have to work for what you want Allowing money to rule your life : talk about them, you need some new in life, such as a new job, a healthier Many people let a piece of paper dic- friends. body or maintaining your own garden. tate their lives. While we live in a soci- Friends should lift you up and Never let excuses stop you from obtain- ety that requires money, to extent, you give you positive reinforcement, not cut ing results and following your dreams. should not put money at the forefront of you down and make you feel anything your existence. We come into this world less than amazing. Don’t ever hesitate THE BACK - STABBERS with nothing and we leave with noth- to cut people out of your life for your They’re sneaky little things, always pop- ing, so remember that next time you feel own sake; you deserve to be surround- ping up in the people you least suspect. stressed about finances. ed by loving, positive people. This can make them somewhat difficult to avoid. But you don’t have to toler- Letting people walk over you : Staying in comfort zone : ate them; once they’ve been exposed, There is a fine line between being nice Obviously, the comfort zone attracts which will happen at some point, they to people and becoming a doormat for many people, because they feel safe should be phased out of your life. them. Simply put, allowing people to there. To grow, you must go beyond control your emotions and trample all yourself and try new things. You can’t NEVER PUT UP WITH THESE over you show that you lack respect for worry your days away and expect your • Drama yourself. Speak up and tell them that the life to change drastically; you have to let • Infidelity behaviour will not be tolerated anymore yourself experience the world first-hand, • Compromised integrity and they will probably respect you for which means leaving the comfort zone • Dishonesty standing up for yourself. If not, let them and all its normality behind. • Disrespect go. You deserve yo treat yourself well • Excuses and you deserve others who will of the Blindly following people’s decision : same. When you blindly let others dictate how

12 THE SECULAR CITIZEN 17-23 June 2019 Simple swaps that could change your life

“People have different reasons for the more time for other things as you can sess a more radiant skin tone. But, if way they live their lives. You cannot leave earlier. the report or the incentive of a nice put everyone’s reasons in the same pair of pearly whites wasn’t enough box” Swap your phone for a peace- of an incentive, take a look at what -Kevin Spacey ful walk : happens to a tooth if put in a glass of Thanks to modern technology, we are coke, overnight. LIFE, IN ALL its forms can constantly reminded of our events sometimes leave us feeling and messages and whatever else it Swap looking at the past that little bit drained. We work is our smart phones offer. But, it can for planning ahead: No one should get monotonous and half the time, it live in the past and, though having longer than ever and our life- memories offers us reflection as well style suffers because of what pushes your neck to the ground and, away from the sights and sounds that as moments of fondness, that part of we are faced with. But, where make Earth what it is. So, leave your your life is gone forever and only the there’s a will there’s way; if phone at home, look-up and walk in a future can be altered by our being. you have the motivation to quiet area for 10-15 minutes. You will It’s not rocket science but, if you set feel better for it and you will find your- goals that can help you along the way improve your life and want to and focus on the now; it’s likely your feel happier with every new self thinking of things that you hadn’t given a thought to earlier in the day. past will be a place you visit less. Or, day that comes calling, then in other words, “Those who look only follow these small changes to the past or present are certain to Self-criticism for self adula- miss the future. that will benefit your overall tion : well-being. Just one smart In a way, being self-critical or mod- SWAP GIVING - UP FOR GIV- swap can pave the way to a est is a good trait to have, as it forces ING IT A ANOTHER SHOT healthier and happier life. you not to rest on your laurels and to • The older we get, the more we always remain humble. Then again, give up. It’s just the way it is but, You must have heard it before but, it doesn’t hurt to offer yourself a bit it’s an all too familiar rut that can it’s worth repeating: Little changes of praise because if you don’t you easily be avoided. So, instead really can add-up to major results! will likely never be satisfied with your of lamenting your failed goals, Completely letting go of something is achievements. work towards an attainable mile- one of the hardest things to do. But, stone! simple swaps in your life can make a Always saying ‘yes’ to some- • As humans, we all need some- whole lot of difference. The decisions times saying ‘no’ : thing to look forward to and, it we make on a daily basis can effect Saying ‘yes’ isn’t always a good is usually the thought of our change, good or bad. Did you know things! Instead, it can lead to an over- dreams coming true that offers that, few simple swaps made on a packed diary where getting a mo- us excitement that gets lost in daily basis can give you more energy ment to yourself proves, impossible. the mundane trapping of adult- and add years to your life? Swapping But, saying ‘no’ every once in a while hood things that are causing us harm to will free-up time and make you feel something beneficial is better. like you’re taking control as opposed Thanksgiving to constantly feeling torn, to attend May the Sacred Heart of Swap late mornings for early events out of politeness rather than Jesus be Praised Adored, mornings : any sincere want. Glorified and Loved today Research has long suggested we and everyday throughout are more productive and happier in Fizzy drinks for water : the world, now and forever. the mornings. That alone should be Fizzy drinks are a dental killer and Amen!! enough motivation to drag yourself erode our teeth like no other prod- Ask St. Clare for three favours two impos- from your comfy bed. After all, there uct. It’s a common problem for many sible and say nine Hail Mary's and the are only so many hours in the day in the Western world, with a recent above prayer for 9 days with a lighted and to lose some for an extra hour’s report predicting that 1 in 10 people candle and publish on the 9th day your snooze, just isn’t worth it. What’s worldwide will soon suffer from dia- request will be granted no matter how im- more, if your office is a 24-hour one, betes. Instead, stick to cool glasses possible it is getting in earlier will significantly of water. Not only will your teeth stay boost your social life and free-up white and fresh but, you’ll also pos- —Gerald, Udupi

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Oh Lord Jesus Christ, to Your most 3. The angels surround and help the priest when he is Sacred Heart I confide this intention (your celebrating Mass. -- St. Augustine request). Only look upon me, then do what your love inspires. Let your Sacred Heart 4. The celebration of Holy Mass is as valuable as the decide ... I count on You ... I trust in You ...I death of Jesus on the cross. -- St throw myself on your mercy. Lord Jesus, You will not fail me. 5. St. Teresa was overwhelmed with God’s Goodness Sacred Heart of Jesus, I trust in you. and asked Our Lord “How can I thank you?” Our Lord Sacred Heart of Jesus, I believe in your replied, “ATTEND ONE MASS.” love for me. Sacred Heart of Jesus, Your kingdom 6. “My Son so loves those who assist at the Holy Sac- come. rifice of the Mass that, if it were necessary He would Sacred Heart of Jesus, I have asked you for many favours, but die for them as many times as they’ve heard Masses.” I earnestly implore this one. Take it, place it in your open Heart. -- Our Lady to Blessed Alan When the Eternal Father looks upon it, he will see it covered with your Precious Blood. It will be no longer my prayer, but yours, 7. When we receive Holy Communion, we experience Jesus. Sacred Heart of Jesus. I place all my trust in You, Let me something extraordinary – a joy, a fragrance, a well- not be disappointed. Amen. being that thrills the whole body and causes it to exalt –M. P. S. , Goa -- St Jean Vianney

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—P. Rebello, Borivali — Jubel D’Cruz, Mumbai

14 THE SECULAR CITIZEN 17-23 June 2019 The Mystical Dowry Of The Virgin Mary

n the spring of 2006 I was invited to rope. A new generation of Catholic he- Pope Pius XII : the National Seminar on Christian roes arrived: Sherwin, Campion and IContributions to Bengal, to pres- Southwell among many more. They “With gratitude We recall the many re- ent an abstract on “Catholic Unifica- died and the Faith in England lived”, ligious houses of both men and wom- tion and Minority Preservation”, at St. reported his Holiness Pope Pius XII. en that have been established, and all Xavier’s College,Calcutta. the charitable institutions, hospitals, The dowry of Mary was once more giv- orphanages, rescue homes which At the seminar I met a Jesuit schol- en for the faith in England. It took cen- each bishop has set up in his own ar and theologian who was doing a turies later when Pope Pius IX made diocese, where loving care is lavished study on the Virgin Mary, which also a decision that the in on the sick, the aged, the orphaned or happened to coincide with an article England should take its proper place abandoned. I was working on Marian de- in the Constitution of the votions. The priest spoke of Church in keeping with the The zeal of the Hierarchy and of the the broadcast by Pope Pius Apostolic Letter, Universalis loyal, industrious clergy and laity has XII at the Pontifical High Ecclesiae. indeed crowned the fond hopes of Mass at Wembley, 1950. Pius IX with the joy of fulfillment. To In his broadcast the Pope them We say: look to your illustrious Catholics in the city of Lon- mentioned that the Hier- martyrs, Blessed Richard Gwyn and don were celebrating the archy of Bishops re-es- Blessed David Lewis, and go forward Hierarchy Centenary Con- By Melvyn Brown tablished in England and with courage and good cheer.” gress. It was an auspicious Wales, gave the Bishops occasion for the restoration Ordinary the power, each to The dowry of Mary never stops com- of the Catholic Hierarchy in England rule Catholics in his own diocese. ing, especially, in times of our need. and Wales. Mary is the Mother of God and our The script of the Pope’s speech men- Mother. Turn to the Virgin Mary in all The Jesuit gave me a copy of the Pon- tioned that after a hundred years the your wants, She will be there at your tiff’s broadcast addressed to the faith- Church was happy to know that Cath- side. Ask your Mother in the name ful gathered in the city of London. The olics pray in devotion to their sacra- of Her Son Jesus, she will not refuse ancient Hierarchy, stated the Pope mental Lord. The pontiff, in his broad- you, if it is for your good and better- “was established by St. Gregory the cast, spoke of institutions, houses for ment. Become her mystical dowry. Great, and for almost a thousand religious, orphanages, hospitals and years it was connected to the Holy more, established in England and See. A grand array of saints gave hon- Wales. or to England and a special devotion to Mary, Mother of God, arose making What is Disruptive Technology ? it a common expression to say: it was the “Dowry of Mary”. * When TV came to my house. I forgot how to read books. Indeed, a “mystical dowry” gifted to * When the car came to my doorstep, I forgot how to walk. the land of the United Kingdom at the time. * When I got the mobile in my hand, I forgot how to write letters. When computer came to my house, I forgot spellings At the Pontifical High Mass at Wem- * bly 1950, the Holy Father spoke about * When the AC came to my house, I stopped going under the tree the “mysterious providence of heaven for cool breeze that brought darkness of night on the Church of Augustine and Thomas * When I stayed in the city, I forgot the smell of mud. and Edmund of Wilfrid of York and * By dealing with banks and cards, I forgot the value of money. Hugh of Lincoln. * With the smell of perfume, I forgot the fragrance of fresh flowers. Faith and true belief would not easily * With the coming of fast food, I forgot to cook traditional cuisines. perish. Men and women of amazing trust in the Lord were trained not to be * Always running around, I forgot how to stop. afraid of the rack and the hangman’s * And lastly when I got WhatsApp, I forgot how to talk.

17-23 June 2019 THE SECULAR CITIZEN 15 Why do Indians resist paying taxes? Gracefully strengthen your family bonds Interesting thoughts on why Indian re- Above all what Govt do with our (tax) sist paying taxes, in an open letter to money? veryone is known to be busy. It’s the Prime Minister. Ehard not to cram our schedules Open courts-which do not give judge- to the brim with our kids’ activities, Dear Modiji, ment. Volunteer projects,work, religious Open police station which works for service and social engagements. This is what we honest citizens feel politicians only and not protect citi- We all know that it’s easy to let our about our Governments - Central and zens. family relationships (whether with State. On behalf of professionals & Open hospital which do not treat us our partners or quality time with our businessmen, we are sending you well. kids) slide to last priority. Often the some facts . Build roads wherein 40-100% of mon- people that mean the most to us get ey spent goes in vain due to corrup- taken for granted. It doesn’t have to Please try to unnderstand. tion. be this way. With a little reprioritis- We are not doing Tax '"Chori"'... this is ing, we can improve our family rela- tax saving (a bit of evading too). Endless list.... tionships and connect with our fami- lies in meaningful ways. This is to ensure security of our family, Like western democracies, if Indian kids and their future for any adversity. Government could provide all the Show your appreciation : above, why would anyone save tax- We all know how important it is to 1. We bought Generators/Inverter in es? feel appreciated. Unfortunately, our houses, because Govt. failed to it’s normal to get comfortable and provide constant electricity. We all know that the major tax reve- take each other for granted. It’s nues collected from us are consumed not enough to feel positively to- 2. We installed submersible pumps, by Government officials and politi- ward your family; you also need to because Govt. failed to provide wa- cians (billions of dollars are lying in express love and appreciation in ter. foreign banks). words and actions. And if you’re not feeling positively about your family, 3. We hired own security guards, be- A manufacturer works at a margin of challenge yourself to find one posi- cause Govt. failed to provide secu- between 2% to 10% , whereas gov- tive action or quality (no matter how rity. ernment needs 30% of his income to small) that you appreciate and ex- cover it's expenditure. How fair it is press that. Perhaps tomorrow, you 4. We send our kids to private schools, all? can find two things to show grati- because Govt failed to provide good tude for. education in public schools. That's the reason no one wants to pay taxes. Support each other in good times 5. We headed for private hospitals to and in bad : avail proper care and treatment, be- We save taxes for our necessities, Make a point to show up to each cause Govt. failed to provide good family, for our old age, for our safe- other’s activities. Cheer on your love public hospitals. ty, security and this phenomenon is ones’ victories and console their the sign of failure of Government in losses. Being present physically 6. We bought cars because Govt. discharging it's own functions fairly and emotionally strengthens con- failed to provide good transporta- and efficiently. Government alone is nection, trust, and intimacy. tion. responsible for this. Be a good listener : Finally.., what the tax payer gets in re- But on the other hand... Listening is an active, not passive, turn at the retirement, when he needs We challenge that if Govt announces endeavor. Listening shows that most to survive ? Nothing, no social that Rs.1000 crore is required for In- you’re interested in what your family security. dian Army or floods or earthquake member has to say and who she or victims !!! he is. Active listening includes giv- But instead all his hard earned income ing your undivided attention, ask- resource is used by Government to The same amount will be deposited ing questions to clarify, being sure distribute subsidies and freebies in within couple of days by these "Tax you understand before responding, the name of welfare schemes among Savers" only. making eye contact and giving ver- masses to buy "free votes" to those bal and non-verbal cues that you’re who don't pay any taxes. This is what 130 crore Indians think. listening.

16 THE SECULAR CITIZEN 17-23 June 2019 Make your emotions your allies : Each of your emotions speaks to you through the physical and physiologi- Inspiration! cal reactions that they generate in you. Look to the weight of their impact on you as an indicator. Only by listen- Manage your emotions ing to them, using them, and manag- ing them can you manage your emo- for better decisions tions. Be present : THINK ABOUT A time you were weighing on important deci- Decisions do involve our feelings. sion at work or considering a big expense such as a buying What we are wanting is to have our a house, making a hefty financial investment or starting a head and our heart connected so we new business. Such decisions are inherently complex and aren’t making decisions from reacting and instead are mindful and awake. - no matter how much experience we have making them - We don’t want to be hooked by an working through the pros and cons of each choice can be imaginary dreaded future or triggered overwhelming. Our emotional reactions to these choices into a choice by our past. Attempt- may be useful in directing our attention and energy toward ing to avoid feelings when decision what we feel are the most important aspects of the deci- making isn’t the issue. Being present when we make them is what counts. sion. Yet intense emotions may lead us to make misguided decisions or outright disastrous ones Choose to let it happen : ver look back at a terrible deci- The best way to make a decision is Emotions factor into all of the deci- sion you’ve made and wonder. to do your due diligence to under- sions we make, whether we like it or “What was I thinking?” Well, stand the pros and cons of all your not. We aren’t able to make decisions E without emotions. Make using emo- there’s actually a chance you weren’t options, talk to someone and finally thinking. Instead, you may have been go with something similar and finally tions a conscious choice. Become acting on emotion, not logic. Emo- go with your gut feeling, your intuition. aware of what emotions you wish to tions can cloud our judgement and In an instant, your subconscious mind influence you. Don’t let it just happen: influence our decisions when trig- takes all of your knowledge and cre- Make it a choice. gered by the situation at hand. The ates a feeling that will steer you in the management of emotions is therefore right direction. OILING completely inherent to good decision Our feelings can offer relevant and making, especially when making the Discern untruths : important feedback about a decision most important decisions. Here are It is important to know whether your but irrelevant emotions triggered by a few tips to put into practice to really nervousness is the result of an un- completely unrelated event can take master your emotions thus making truth you’ve told yourself. These can us off track. The next time you drink the best decisions possible and never corrupt the vibrations that should help a bitter cup of coffee or have an ar- regretting them: you make the right decision. You have gument with a loved one, pause to to throw out all of these untruths and consider how your emotional reac- Take a step back : come to the decision-making without tions could linger as you enter into You must learn to take the time to any filter. Stop thinking that you’re un- important task or weight a complex identify and understand your emo- lucky, that you’re in a bed situation, decision. tions. Since physical reactions are that your life is a failure or that you are emotionally related, also take the time a victim. INTEGRATE EMOTIONS WITH REASON to detect the reactions you have to Words like passion. Commitment, en- some of your emotions. To be able to Be as present as possible : gagement and trust are all emotion- take the distance necessary to make There is no point in focusing on the charged. It’s not about letting emo- decisions, it’s important to refer to big events surrounding the decision tions come into play or keeping them your prefrontal cortex. This is the area you want to make. Concentrate in- at bay. It’s about effectively integrating of the brain responsible for reasoning. stead on the present moment, without emotions and reason to help guide To do so you need to put yourself in analysing the events. Judge based important decisions. It’s not an either a stress -free environment for a new on emotions rather than the event. By or decision, it’s an ‘and’ decision. It’s minutes. being more present, you will be bet- this effective integration that leads to ter able to listen to your emotions and winning decisions. Without it, emo- Trust your gut feelings : feel them. tions could run amuck.

17-23 June 2019 THE SECULAR CITIZEN 17 Difference between a Meaning Change blessing and last rites Biology teacher told that Cell means nerves. A Jewish bookie was at the races Physics teacher taught : Cell playing the ponies and losing his shirt. means battery History teacher instructed He noticed a Priest step out onto the page that cell means mobile. track and bless the forehead of one Dropped out of the school of the horses lining up for the 4th thinking that all teachers race. ears, and hooves of the old nag. The bookie knew he had a winner don’t think alike but real Lo and behold, and bet every cent he had on the old knowledge was given by that horse - a long shot - won the nag. WIFE who taught that Cell race. means ‘Sale at Malls.’ He watched dumbfounded as the ***** Next race, old nag pulled up lame and couldn't as the horses lined up, the Priest even finish the race. Height of positiveness stepped As a man comes out from onto the track. In a state of shock, his home, a bird flies by and he went to the track area where the poops on his head. Guess Sure enough, Priest was standing. how this guy reacts? “Oh, my he blessed one of the horses. Confronting him, he exclaimed, goodness, Thank God! EL- The bookie made a beeline for a bet- "Father ! What happened ? EPHANTS DON’T FLY!” ting window and placed a small bet All day long you blessed horses and ***** on the horse. they all won. Customer : Waiter, do you Then in the last race, serve crabs? Again, the horse you blessed never even even though it was another long had a chance. Waiter : Please sit down sir, shot, Now, we serve everyone. the horse won the race. thanks to you I've lost all my money !" ***** He collected his winnings, I consulted my Ayurveda Phy- and anxiously waited to see which The Priest nodded wisely and with sician yesterday. After know- horse the Priest would bless next. sympathy. "You aren't Catholic are you, my son ing that I was retired, he had He bet big on it, ?" the following health advice for and it won. me. "No, I'm Jewish." -You must exercise more. As the races continued the Priest -Don’t drink cold drinks or kept blessing horses, "That's the problem," said the Priest. and each one ended up winning. "You couldn't tell the difference be- drink hard drinks or red wine. tween a blessing and last rites." -Drink more plain water. The bookie was elated. -Don’t drive, take public trans- port or walk. He made a quick dash to the ATM, ] -Don’t eat out, eat less meat withdrew all his savings, and especially eat less sea- and awaited for the Priest's next They asked me : What is MAR- food. Keep to vegetarian diet blessing that would tell him which RIAGE? horse to bet on. if possible. A very smart and in depth re- I nodded and asked.... ply : Marriage is like two wires True to his pattern, May I know what is wrong the Priest stepped onto the track for of electricity if both wires con- with me? the last race and blessed the fore- nected correctly - there is light He said.... head of an old nag that was 100/1. otherwise there is a BLAST. This time the priest blessed the eyes, “You have no salary”!

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22 THE SECULAR CITIZEN 17-23 June 2019 The Japanese secret to a longer and happier life In Japan, the secret to living a longer, For years, researchers have tried to find fort into creating the best and tastiest happier and more fulfilled life can be the reasons to a long and healthy life. produce. They get the soil right. They summed up in one word: Ikigai. While the answer is likely a mix of good prune and water their produce with genes, diet and exercise, studies have care. They sense of starting small pro- In Japanese, iki means “to live” and gai suggested that finding meaning in life is pels them to go incredible lengths. means “reason” — in other words, your a key component. reason to live. This ideology dates to Releasing yourself: When you re- the Heian period (794 to 1185AD), but In a study from Tohoku University, re- lease yourself, you're able to let go of only in the past decade has it gained searchers analyzed data from more your obsessions and see things that attention from millions of people - in- than 50,000 participants (ages 40 to 79) matter to you in a more clear and posi- cluding researchers - from around the and found that those who reported hav- tive light. Practicing self-acceptance world. ing ikigai in their lives had reduced risks is vital to this pillar — and yet, it's also of cardiovascular diseases and lower one of the most difficult tasks we face TThe ikigai way of life is especially mortality rates. Put another way, 95% in our lives. But if you can overcome prominent Okinawa, a group of islands of respondents who had ikigai were still this obstacle and be happy with who south of mainland Japan. alive seven years after the initial survey you are, it can be an incredibly reward- award-winning journalist Dan Buettner compared to the 83% who didn't. ing experience. Buettner cites the ikigai of several It's impossible to tell whether ikigai The joy of small things: Okinawans: For a 101-year-old fisher- guarantees longevity in life through this man, it was catching fish for his family Finding joy in the small things — the single study, but the findings suggest morning air, a cup of coffee or the ray three times a week; for a 102-year-old that having a sense of purpose can en- woman, it was holding her tiny great- of sunshine — should be part of what courage you to build a happy and active motivates you to get up each morning. great-great-granddaughter (which she life. said was "like leaping into heaven"); Being in the here and now for a 102-year-old karate master, it was By applying these pillars to your life you Many sumo wrestlers testify that be- teaching martial arts. lcan allow your inner ikigai to flourish. ing in the here and now is absolutely Woven together, these simple life val- Starting small: Starting small and ex- necessary in preparing for and fighting ues give clues as to what constitutes ecuting every step with care is the very in a bout. They claim that immersing the very essence of ikigai: A sense of ethos of this pillar — and it applies to ev- themselves in the present helps sus- purpose, meaning and motivation in erything you do in life. Artisanal farmers, tain their state of mind for optimum life. The health benefits of ikigai. for example, devote all their time and ef- performance.

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