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1 July 2025

Stay Steady Like the Ocean: A Rotarian’s Reflection

“No matter how strong the sun is, it cannot dry the ocean.”This simple truth reminds us that no matter how much pressure or criticism we face, our inner strength and purpose must remain unshaken. As someone actively involved in service through Rotary, I’ve oft…

1 July 2025

Leading with Kindness: The Rotary Way

In today’s fast-paced, often divided world, what we need most is not just progress—but kindness, compassion, and meaningful connection. These qualities aren’t signs of weakness; they are the quiet strengths that bind humanity together. As Rotarians, we are gui…

1 July 2025

What 52 Years in Rotary Taught Me

A reflection on a life of purpose. After 52 years in @Rotary, I’ve learned that true success isn’t measured in wealth or titles—but in character, contribution, and compassion. In the end, it’s not what we bought—but what we built. Not what we got—but what we g…

17 June 2025

True Beauty: A Rotary Reflection

True Beauty: A Rotary Reflection In a world that often defines beauty by appearance, we as Rotarians know it runs much deeper. True beauty shines through our values, actions, and character. It’s in how we treat others, the hope we bring, and the lives we lift …

17 June 2025

Rotary’s Measure of Success: Service Above Self

Rotary’s Measure of Success: Service Above Self Success isn’t in wealth or status — it’s in values. A truly successful person lives by: Honesty, Integrity, Ability, Initiative, Team Spirit, Enthusiasm, Tact & Sincerity. These are the very traits found in every…

2 June 2025

Rotary & Rotaract: Empowering Future Leaders

Rotary & Rotaract: Empowering Future Leaders The collaboration between Rotary and Rotaract offers college students a platform to develop leadership skills, engage in meaningful service, and cultivate a sense of purpose and integrity. Rotaract, as Rotary’s yout…

2 June 2025

Honesty & Integrity: The Heart of Rotary

Honesty & Integrity: The Heart of Rotary In Rotary—and in life—honesty and integrity aren’t just values, they’re essentials. They build trust, define character, and guide meaningful service. The Four-Way Test begins with, “Is it the truth?” A powerful question…

2 June 2025

Grateful to Rotary

Forever Grateful to Rotary Joining Rotary was one of the best decisions of my life. It gave me the platform to fight polio in India — forming the Rotary Muslim Ulema Council to break resistance and help make India polio-free. It empowered me to contribute to p…

2 June 2025

Keep Trying, and Trust in Time

Keep Trying, and Trust in Time Keep trying, and leave the rest to time. There is a divine order to everything — even when you can’t see it yet. Clear the darkness from your mind. Let go of doubt, fear, and past regrets. Connect with hope, and hold courage in y…

2 June 2025

Keep Trying, and Trust the Journey

Keep Trying, and Trust the Journey Life is a journey full of challenges, detours, and lessons. There will be moments when the path seems unclear, and doubt creeps into your heart — but in those very moments, remember this: keep trying, and leave everything els…

2 June 2025

Honesty & Integrity: The Heart of Rotary

Honesty & Integrity: The Heart of Rotary In Rotary—and in life—honesty and integrity aren’t just values, they’re essentials. They build trust, define character, and guide meaningful service. The Four-Way Test begins with, “Is it the truth?” A powerful question…

2 June 2025

Unmasking the Ego: A Quiet Illusion

Unmasking the Ego: A Quiet Illusion Ego doesn’t roar—it whispers.It tells us we’re stronger when we don’t need anyone, and more valuable when others need us. These are quiet traps:Pride in self-sufficiency.Illusion in being indispensable. But life humbles us—t…