Reading books may help me become a scholar, but to be enlightened I need introspection. I will engage in deep introspection each day.

I am learning the art of collective action. Other people's strengths will help overcome my weaknesses.

I won't be afraid of what people might say. I will happily attend functions without any gifts. My sincere prayer for the host will be the best gift.

I will live a long, healthy, happy and enlightened life.

I am learning new lessons from every new experience. I am progressing with each passing day.

I bring joy to wherever I go and whomever I meet.

I will be just and fair to all. I will never perpetrate any injustice.

When desire crosses its limit it becomes addiction. Addiction is the cause of all suffering. I will be free of all addiction.

I will consider all options before I make a decision. I will face reality in a practical and effective way.

Whenever I get the chance I will breathe fully with my chest expanded. All my fatigue and lethargy will go away.

Discipline is the sign of the mastermind. I will be disciplined in everything I do.

Comparing myself to others will only make me discontent.
I will give up comparisons and look within instead.
I will be content.

I never say anything based on suspicion. I only say something when I am certain of its truth.

Knowledge and courage can move mountains. And I have both.

I will take an active interest in the joys and sorrows of my neighbors. Whenever needed, I will give them my support and cooperation.

Before I change the world I will change myself in the light of my beliefs and ideals.

To be happy I need to let go of many unnecessary things. I am learning the art of letting go.

Planting trees is an act of charity with an eternal effect. Whenever I get the chance I will plant trees.

Religious extremism leads to the death of our soul. True religion always preaches the middle path. I too will follow this path.

Anger, resentment and bitterness harm me more than they harm others. I will not harbor these negative emotions.

Breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dine like a pauper- this is the rule of healthy eating. Following this rule is keeping me healthy.

I will start my life from the ground zero of the present.
The correct strategy will help me transform
every shortcoming into an asset.

Looks are appreciated for some time but good qualities are appreciated forever. I am developing good qualities. I will be appreciated wherever I go.

Success is not Aladdin's lamp. It is a process. I will follow the process.

I can turn my sorrow into my strength. So sorrows are my strength.

We are a great nation. By developing our talents and abilities we are becoming the greatest nation on earth. We will lead the world in serving everyone irrespective of religion, caste or creed.

Our level of concentration is determined by our level of interest. Every day, at the meditative level, I will tell my mind why I need to study.

Lack of regular practice disrupts the flow of meditative energy.
I will meditate regularly.

Charity drives away poverty and misfortune. I will donate regularly.

What I can do today I will do at the first chance. I will never leave it for another day.

No matter how busy I am I will save one day a week for my family.

I will use my intelligence to avoid arguments and animosity.

I will judge a man by his virtues and help him see them, so that he can overcome his vices.

The primary reason for failure is neither lack of abilities nor lack of opportunities, but lack of initiative. I will take initiative and attain success.

We will never involve any third party in conjugal matters. We will resolve our misunderstandings by communicating directly with each other.

I will use the word possibility instead of the word problem.

I am keeping up with the times. I am learning new skills and
developing new strategies. I will win.

I will be at the peak of my mental ability in the examination hall. I will write the answer to each question quickly and accurately.

Enthusiasm is the greatest asset for success. It beats money, power and influence. I am a real enthusiast.

Chains, ropes or walls aren't holding me captive, my captivity is mental. I will free myself from all mental bondage.

'What if's and 'if only's shut the door to life's possibilities. I will not waste time in these useless considerations.

I will take action against the problem confronting me and then I will turn to the Lord. Every problem will transform into a new possibility.

Unless I can discipline myself I will never be able to discipline
others. I will first establish discipline in my own life.

Faith without action is hypocrisy. I will trust only those who practice their faith- not hypocrites.

All ground-breaking ideas were born out of silence, not in committees or commissions. Every day amidst all my work I will find some silent moments.

I have a clear goal in life. Every day I am striving to get closer to it.

As a student I will never jeopardize my own success in trying to help others. I will be better able to help when I am successful.

I will give advice only when it is truly sought.

I am optimistic, appreciative, confident, active and open. Success will be mine.

Hatred is an expression of the weak man's ego. I am free from hatred.

Blood Donation: A Sacred Responsibility

‘Donating blood is a very noble act in both societal and religious terms . A person donates part of his existence for another person through blood donation.’, on Friday, May 11, Chief Guest and former Advisor to the Caretaker Government Dr. Akbar Ali Khan said these heart-warming words at the Quantum Blood Donor Felicitation Program organized at the National Press Club Auditorium.

He added, ‘Nowadays, we see only bad news when we read the morning newspaper. The environment around us is full of chaos. But today, after coming to this program, I am feeling very much at peace.’

The program was presided by of Director General of Quantum Foundation Madame Nahar El Bukhari. Special Guests to the program included national cultural personality, journalist Kamal Lohani and Principal, Shemorita Medical College Dr.M. U. Kabir Chowdhury.

200 donors who have donated blood more than 10 times were awarded with a silver medal, a certificate and an ID card. 17 donors were awarded a golden crest, a certificate and a special ID card for donating blood at least 25 times. Crests and certificates were awarded to the social service club of North South University for their special contribution to the Voluntary Blood Donation Program.

Special guest to the program, journalist Kamal Lohani commented, ‘Quantum Blood Donation Program has earned the trust of the common people. People have that sense of security when they come to this organization for safe blood.’

Professor of Hematology Department at Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University and Honorary Director of Quantum Voluntary Blood Donation Program Professor Dr. A. B. M. Yunus presented the welcoming speech at the program.

The speakers informed the audience that the Quantum Foundation has been arranging this program since 2003 to encourage voluntary blood donation in our country. To create future blood donors, the foundation is even arranging programs like ‘ Ojeyo 19’ in the school level. In addition, Quantum Foundation has also been successfully preaching the concept of celebrating each birthday with blood donation.

The Quantum Voluntary Blood Donation Program has a donor pool of more than 1.5 lakh donors. A large portion of this pool is regularly donating blood whenever needed. By depending on this donor pool, Quantum has been able to supply as much as 422510 units of blood for the helpless patients all around the country.

On behalf of all the voluntary donors, Ms. Afroza Begum expressed her feelings. Thalassemia patient Salma Akhter complemented it with the gratitude-filled speech of a blood recipient.

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by Tazim.