With
the Olympics having wound up just over 2 weeks ago, the lasting images are that
of the winners taking their pride of place on the PODIUM
the ultimate Place
Of Displaying
Intense
Unique
Moment.
It is in that triumph that all the preparation, the sacrifices, the injuries
suffered and the failures encountered enroute all seem to have played a critical role in attaining success.
Whether
sports or otherwise, for the views and audience it is the performance on the
day that matter. However for he performer, the performance on the day is vital,
but they can hope to strike it rich only if they have sweated it out, worked on
going that extra mile, repeated and perfected the technique so that they are
well prepared for D day. Unfortunately, there are occasions when the best do
not get their due on D Day and hence
miss out on holding centre stage on the podium. A false start in the relays,
foul jumps, a niggle that bothers or the sheer weight of expectations can bog a
person down and prevent him / her from being a winner.
The
winner’s podium has an unique elevation that recognizes the uniqueness of each
person privileged to stand on it. I it also draws attention to the collective
achievement of those standing on it. By the time a person is privileged to
stand on a podium, the enormity of the achievement slowly sinks in and translates
into an overwhelming mix of emotions joy, pride, sense of achievement and relief.
All these emotions translate into tears of joy, a thumping of the chest, the
raising of the arms and the mutual respect for each other. Competitors turn
collaborators in a show of collective respect and admiration for one and other.
The
winners be it the Gold, Silver or Bronze medalists know that their position on
the podium was not a fluke but the result of self belief, sacrifice, persistence
and hard work. The victory when it comes is savored with a mix of ecstasy, relief
and excitement. These feelings are displayed with all the intense passion that
highlights the uniqueness of the moment they have waited for. The PODIUM is not just a platform but Place Of Displaying Intense Unique Moment.
Action Points:
How
did you feel when you saw an Olympic medal winner from your country stand on
the podium? Could you emphasize with him/ her?
Name
3 individuals ( at least one of whom should be from the opposite sex) who
you
believe represents the following
The
3 best sports persons of all time
The
3 best actors of all time
The
3 best singers
The
3 most loved people (outside of your immediate family)
The
3 best friends
The
3 best teachers in your life
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