Random Thoughts

Its been 10 days since I came to Holland for my second innings, so as to say.And its been great so far. I find myself surrounded by an interesting group of people, people who are alike to me in some respects and very different in some others. I am again learning about some new nationalities, their thinking process, their motivations in life and their goals.
Its amazing how relaxed I am in this diverse environment, I almost feel completely at home with these 'global' citizens- people who see the world in its entirety rather than being restricted to a particular culture or country.Life seems pretty simple again and I dont feel any pressure to prove myself to somebody or race against others all the time. Somehow being here in this setting instills in me a feeling of triumph and freedom. As my experience of European life and culture increases, I am starting to feel more and more appreciation at their dexterity, discipline and organization. When I compare this to the system back home, I feel both sad and helpless. I am reminded of my doctor parents who are both working in a government hospital. They were really against me being a doctor.When questioned they would always allude to the highly bureaucratic and inefficient setting of a government hospital which in their view marred any motivation that they had of contributing positively. This had disillusioned them to an extent that they didnt want me to be a part of the same system.In a sense I can relate to their feelings now.
Working in India since past few months have shown me how frustrating it can be to be on the right side of the system where none exists.