You look so calm and serene, said a colleague of mine yesterday, commenting on the total peace with which I was going about my day.
I smiled. For I had found the secret to serenity in today's world.
No, I had not graced any 'Art of Living' courses held by multiple 'Shris' nor had I attained religious enlightenment. And I certainly hadn't sold any Ferraris.
All I had done was something totally in character, for me, as anyone who knows me will agree. I had locked my keys in my room. Keys inside, Lock outside. And that wasn't even the best part! Said keys were in my purse. Along with my wallet. And Cellphone.
There...I've just let the cat out of the bag! Or cellphone, in my case.
My life has become so dependent on that shrill piece of plastic, without my noticing, that I HAVE TO BE constantly connected. What if my mom calls? What if my boss has to reach me? How will that delivery boy get here, if he can't call me?! What if my friends can't find me?! I have rarely stirred without carrying my 'phone...exception only being when I am in the washroom. I even awake-arise to the screaming of my 'phone alarm!
To have this keystone (millstone?) suddenly disappear, actually gave me a feeling of relief so profound, I never realised how completely sick I have actually become of being online and reachable. I could go where I wanted, when I wanted, and anyone who wanted to speak to me just HAD TO WAIT till I got around to calling them. If at all. If this doesn't loosen the fetters on the soul, I don't know what does (No Vee...chocolate doesn't even come close!)
Don't just take my word for it...go lose your cellphone for a day, and see if you don't feel a few years younger! **
I had my moment of peace yesterday and, though I am back online today, I am turning over a whole new leaf! My soul no longer dances to the tunes of a cellphone. Hah!
**DISCLAIMER: Not to be attempted if you are one of those poor things who have sold their souls to the Mobility Devil. This writer is not responsible for any consequences arising from such a situation!
Friday, June 10, 2005
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Hey Golly,
Yes, I know exactly how that felt... there was a wonderful time in the recent past between the time Aditi threw my cell into the potty and Arun replaced it. It was wonderful, considering Aditi would put down the handset on the landline. So think of this, no landline, no cell, and no one could call me most of the time. It wasn't bad. It wasn't bad at all. The best part of it was, neighbours who wanted something had to take the trouble to come over in person. And THAT definitely made for a better social life.
Do this more often. It's like a to-die-for-Tiramisu-from-Spiga!
I need an eatout like that here :( u can't have everything, can u??
For someonwho never owned a cellphone, barring a brief three month stint in Delhi, I cant understand what the fuss is about! I do however feel similar states-of-mind on being removed from a DSL line! But that is easily done, without anesthesia, if I find the right person to play TT and Basketball with... so I cant claim to have sold my soul to the internet devil... what do I have to bemoan? Should I take up alcohol and then complain about its lack?
Dents...take up alcohol and I will paddle your considerable behind!
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