Quotes from Deodatta V. Shenai-Khatkhate

You'll often meet people who will try to belittle you. You mustn't get discouraged by their derogatory demeanor. The higher you soar, the smaller you'll always appear to those who cannot fly. You keep your spirits high, and continue to soar high in the sky; no matter what others say or do.

You're always in the Driver's seat, whether you realize it or not. Nothing will hold you back except your own ambitions. Nothing will set the limitations on you except your own hesitations. Nothing will control you except your own convictions. So, set yourself free, dream big, and step outside the boundaries of comfort zone. You're and you'll always be in total control of your destiny. So what are you waiting for?

You're always known by the company you keep" - taught my parents in my childhood. As I grew up, I realized that being in the company of nice people is like being in a fragrance mart. Whether you buy any fragrance or not, you'll always come out refreshed and smelling absolutely fabulous. So my parents were right; it's always nice to be with nice people.

Your body is only a garment chosen and worn by your Soul. Have no doubts, but some day your Soul will discard it, and exchange it for a new garment, just like you change your shirts, my friend. Don't fall in love with that temporary garment, and get acquainted with its owner, your Soul.

Your interactions with outside world are largely determined by how you feel about yourself. You see, unless and until you are feeling happy and comfortable about yourself, you can't be happy with others. You must accept yourself as you are in reality. Once you be in sync with yourself, you'll attain harmony with the world outside. Your happiness is truly in your own hands.

Your life doesn't improve by Chance, but by Change that you make in it. So, don't just take a Chance, but be a Change Champion.

Your Mind tells you: 'It's impossible.' Your Experience screams: 'It's too risky.' Your Heart softly whispers: 'It's worth a try.' Listen to your Heart, and you will conquer your mountains.

Your true friend will spoil you like your Mom, scold you like your Dad, mock you like your sister, challenge you like your brother, and love you so passionately as if your best lover. True friend is like Cream to Coffee, Parle G to Tea, Joey to Chandler, Serena to Blair, and Duchess Kate to Prince William.

Your true friends are those who stand by you in your darkest moments, because they want to be with you and help you when you need it most. They are also with you in your brightest moments, because they're neither afraid nor jealous to see you shine.

Your Value doesn't decrease just because someone else doesn't know your real worth. It's extremely important that YOU, of all people, know and value your self-worth. You'll gain tremendous respect from everyone, only when you stand confident in your own worth, stay firm with your values, and never settle for anything less. Good luck!

It's a misconception that Beauty is in the Eyes of beholder. In my view, Beauty must be in the Heart of beholder for her true appreciation.

Beauty is only skin deep, but ugly lies to the bone. Beauty dies and fades away, but ugly holds its own! Create and cultivate Inner Beauty that never fades away but grows and matures with Time!