Bilaal Rajan: Helping Others in a Time of Adversity

Bilaal Rajan: Helping Others in a Time of AdversityThe great American writer Arthur Golden once said that adversity is like a strong wind – it tears away from us the things that cannot be torn, so that we see ourselves as we really are. What I believe he meant by this is that a person’s character shouldn’t be measured when things and circumstances in life are going well, but when they aren’t.

This pre-Holiday newsletter’s theme of “pushing through adversity” has certainly been in the news lately. Throughout the world, people are tightening their belts as the “economic downturn” continues worldwide to threaten jobs and economic stability. As tough as it is economically for people in North America and Europe, we must recognize that the children of marginalized countries are facing even more magnified dire circumstances.

It’s relatively easier to help others when times are good, but one’s true humanistic character shows when we help those in need when times are difficult.

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Author: ismailimail

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  1. If everyone thinks the way Bilaal Rajan does, our world will indeed be a pleasant one with
    smiles seen on every face. Mubarak Bilaal to leave such a nice advice to us.

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