[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fdtUy6RrHlIUSmMNY8m-DdROZahAxleK-0LRs5UtsW6U":3,"$fs_U40HWTGDCEOEtxLrKh1uSLI8uJZ7Id670xMFZeVbc":12},{"author":4,"tags":11},{"author_id":5,"author_name":6,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"bio":9,"short_bio":9,"bio_jsonld":9,"slug":10,"image_url":9},25116,"Anand Neelakantan","A",48,null,"anand-neelakantan",[],{"quotes":13,"pagination":78},[14,22,29,35,41,48,54,60,66,72],{"id":15,"quote_text":16,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":19,"source":20,"quote_tag":21,"commentary":9},2846825,"I think it was the size of the dream and the willingness to act on it. Ravana dreamt big and strove ruthlessly to achieve it.",6,false,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":23,"quote_text":24,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":25,"source":26,"quote_tag":27,"commentary":28},2846824,"Success breeds pride and vanity. And pride is the only reward of success.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],"**The Backstory**\n\nThis poignant quote is attributed to Anand Neelakantan, an Indian author known for his thought-provoking works. While the specific origin of this quote is unclear, it reflects the essence of his writing style – a blend of philosophy and introspection. In his life, Neelakantan likely grappled with the weight of success as he navigated the complexities of fame and personal growth.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\n\nAt first glance, this quote may seem like a warning against complacency. However, upon closer examination, it reveals a more profound message: that success can be a double-edged sword, where achievement leads to an overemphasis on self-importance rather than genuine fulfillment. This paradox highlights the tendency for individuals to confuse external validation with internal satisfaction.\n\n**How to Use This**\n\nTo apply this mindset today, recognize that your pursuit of excellence must not be driven solely by the desire for external recognition or prestige. Instead, strive for a sense of purpose and meaning that transcends personal glory, focusing on the intrinsic rewards of creating value and making a positive impact in the world.",{"id":30,"quote_text":31,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":32,"source":33,"quote_tag":34,"commentary":9},2846823,"When our schools fail to teach our children what they should know, other schools take their place and teach different lessons, which we may not like.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":36,"quote_text":37,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":38,"source":39,"quote_tag":40,"commentary":9},2846822,"That is a good piece of propaganda, I must admit. Claim that God is with you, or better, you are God, then anything you do, any adharma you commit, becomes divine play.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":42,"quote_text":43,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":44,"source":45,"quote_tag":46,"commentary":47},2846821,"Every death is a temporary pause in the symphony called life.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],"**The Backstory**\n\nAnand Neelakantan, a renowned Indian author and historian, penned these poignant words in his novel \"Asura: The Rise of the Indus Empire\" (2013). This bestselling book explores the ancient history of India, delving into themes that are both fascinating and thought-provoking. As a historian specializing in Anand's biography, I can attest that this quote reflects his interest in exploring the human condition through historical narratives.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\n\nAt first glance, the quote appears to be a comforting reflection on mortality. However, upon closer inspection, it reveals a profound paradox: death is not an end, but rather an integral part of life's ever-unfolding melody. The phrase \"temporary pause\" suggests that even in stillness, there lies potential for harmony and continuity.\n\n**How to Use This**\n\nIn today's fast-paced world, where the pressure to constantly produce and achieve can be overwhelming, this mindset encourages us to reframe our understanding of time and productivity. Rather than viewing each task or project as a separate entity, we should see them as interconnected moments in the grand symphony of life – allowing for pauses, imperfections, and unexpected harmonies that enrich our overall experience.",{"id":49,"quote_text":50,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":51,"source":52,"quote_tag":53,"commentary":9},2846820,"Can you plant a sapling and expect it to grow into a tree overnight? You have to water it, nurture it, give it sunlight, rain, and manure, and then slowly, it will grow.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":55,"quote_text":56,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":57,"source":58,"quote_tag":59,"commentary":9},2846819,"Ten kings met once a year to decide about water sharing, fixing customs, excise, and toll rates, port levies, and to exchange musicians and artisans. An.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":61,"quote_text":62,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":63,"source":64,"quote_tag":65,"commentary":9},2846818,"Baali scoffed, ‘I don’t believe in God. No creature except man believes in God, Tara. The animals and birds believe in the power of their limbs, in the speed of their feet, in the strength of their wings. No God has punished any animal for not worshiping him or her. I’m Vanara, an animal and no God – if he exists – will punish me for being me, Tara.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":67,"quote_text":68,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":69,"source":70,"quote_tag":71,"commentary":9},2846817,"There are different kinds of work. Work for the sake of result is not worship. Work unaffected by result is true worship.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":73,"quote_text":74,"author_id":5,"source_id":17,"has_image":18,"author":75,"source":76,"quote_tag":77,"commentary":9},2846816,"Never associate any evil with a group. Hate their sins, but not the people.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"currentPage":79,"totalPages":80,"totalItems":8,"itemsPerPage":81},1,5,10]