BE THE INSPIRATION At the International Assembly in San Diego, USA, Rotary International President-elect Barry Rassinunveiled the 2018-19 Presidential Theme: Be Thelnspiration. Inspiration is a feeling of great elevation, an awareness of infinite possibilities. The one who is inspired senses new ideas and deeper understanding.He or she realizes the potential to achieve the extraordinary. When you believe in inspiration, a multitude of doors open up to you. Science teaches us, Energy can neither be created nor destroyed. It can only be converted from one form to another! Inspiration is the force that transforms human potential and take it to the highest level. To be the inspiration, first and foremost, dare to be different. Discover new ways to inspire others.Legends like Dr AP) Abdul Kalam believed that they could do ordinary things in an extraordinary way. Itis the one who is himself inspired, who can be the inspiration for others. Truth is the wellspring of inspiration. Be true to yourself. Do not pretend, but be proud of who you are and what you do. Be a role model. When people take you as their role model they trust you totally and take inspiration from you. Finally, never wait for the future arrival of an extraordinary moment or achievement. It is your personality, the force behind what you do here and now that inspires others. I echo our leader Barry Rassin's words, l want you to inspire in your clubs, your Rotarians, that desire for something greater. The drive to do more, to be more, to create something that will live beyond each of us." Ashok Mahajan Director, Rotary International (2007-09) Trustee, The Rotary Foundation (2009-13)