As many of you know, I enjoy creating frameworks and distilling ideas into three simple words.
A couple of years ago, I conceptualized a framework for Vanaprastha (retirement):
Gracefully, Usefully, Meaningfully.
- Gracefully: Cultivate harmony in relationships through non interference especially within the family.
- Usefully: Give back to society through time, knowledge, or resources.
- Meaningfully: Pursue your spiritual path and higher purpose.
This morning, I came across Vivek Murthy’s farewell letter as Surgeon General of the USA, where he outlines three key components for a fulfilled life: relationships, service, and purpose.
I was most pleased with the similarity in our thoughts and also the fact that this comes from someone who is of Indian origin.
I found an intellectual twin from thousands of miles away ! 🙂
Sharing a flyer for a retreat we planned on this theme back in 2022 !
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