The genesis of this blog

It is human nature to judge people instead of accepting them as they are. We have a myopic vision and tend to have a view of people, which is often tainted with prejudice, mistrust and plain selfishness. On the other hand we also have this tendency to guard our real persona from others, hiding behind the garb of a falsely perceived identity, one that we want to project ourselves as, to gain acceptance in society. Not that the society cares, it is we who have this mental conception. Mostly we hold back our true nature, just to fit into other people’s perception (or rather what we ‘Think’ to be other peoples’ perception) of us. Broadly we can categorize people into types, some being arrogant, consider themselves superior to others, some wallow in their deep rooted inferiority complex; still others tread the middle path and along with the majority; lead a nondescript life. As a result we lose connection with our true self. We miss the opportunity to live a wholesome, complete life and end up being miserable.

I had a chance recently to go out for dinner with my colleagues which was sponsored by the company. It was a wonderful experience where I could get a glimpse of their true nature. It was amazing to see people, who were otherwise perceived as insipid personalities, display their natural wit. The informal occasion brought out the true nature of some of my colleagues though many still preferred to hide behind their false personas and put on a guarded show.

It was then that the Idea occurred to me to initiate a forum where my co-workers can openly air their opinions and general view on any subject under earth. I am not sure how successful this endeavor will be. Nevertheless I have taken the onus upon myself to set the precedence and hopefully it’ll convince all Softlinkers to participate and contribute their mite and bytes. Perhaps it’ll help us understand each other and also ourselves better.

There is a saying in Tamil which roughly translated means ‘Only if you speak out your illness can it be cured’. I sincerely entreat my fellow Softlinkers to come forward and speak about themselves, their passions, their beliefs, likes and dislikes or anything they wish to share with all.