The Olympics (and its shenanigans in India) are just over. Now for four years, most Olympic medal winners would be in the 'out of sight, out of mind' phase. In such a scenario, how/when does a super-achiever like Manu Bhaker 'feel blessed'?
Let me give you two examples that should prove/explain the feel of elation. Recently she met Sachin Tendulkar. That made her very happy. I suppose, this idol/ideal worship is truly touching because it proves the hard/sincere/genuine work, commitment, devotion involved in superior achievements.
The second one would be the happy, warm and elegant reception she received in a five star hotel. There were monogrammed pillows to towels for her. She thanked the establishment for such a warm welcome most politely and cordially.
Both, the appreciation by the establishment as representatives of spectators/audience and her humility and amicability as an achiever, are worth emulation. If a sincere person is not appreciated for her genuine contribution, it demeans those who behave thus. Equally needed is the humbleness by the achievers.
Surely what is not needed is unnecessarily dragging an achiever in to any petty politicking or needling the person unnecessarily about her private life. No wonder, she walked out of a 'shooting range' of an interview when she was questioned about the Vinesh issue or her relationship with Neeraj Chopra!
Pratima@ Some people would say that as a woman athlete, she must take a stand. Is it always necessary to throw a stone in murky waters? Do not individuals have any rights to choose their fights? To guard their privacy?
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