Life is a Gift from God - Dr. Sushil Joshi

*Kota, Children, have you ever thought about what life really is? I pondered upon it and realized that life is ultimately a gift from God. Therefore, with the gift of life bestowed upon you by God, create opportunities, meaning, engage in good deeds such as studying, playing, and undertaking adventurous activities. Determine a *goal* in your life, and promise yourself to strive towards achieving that goal no matter what obstacles come your way.

In your journey to attain your goal with the gift of life, you will encounter many *challenges*. However, face these challenges boldly and consider life as a *melody*, and when you face challenges with a sweet melody, the struggles in the gift of life may turn into a *strife*, but you must not be discouraged by those challenges. Instead, perceive them as a *game* or *competition*, and when you play with challenges, the struggle in your life will eventually fade away.

Moreover, consider your gift-like life as a *mystery* given by God. Unveil this mystery, focusing on achieving your goals. Then see how your life, as a gift, transforms into a *joyful* and beloved story, shining brightly in the world. However, to achieve this, you must include the currency of your *duty* in your life. Then, witness how your life, full of surprises, astonishes you! You will be compelled to think, "How did I achieve this? How did I come this far?"

Therefore, children, consider this gift-like life as a *journey*. During journeys, we often encounter numerous hardships. However, if you pledge to complete this journey as a *game*, then you will surely accomplish your goals. So, children, turn your life into a *joyful* and *fulfilling* journey.