I have a dream and dreams are for real beings

I have a dream and dreams are for real beings. Dreams act as a fascinating bridge between human's subconscious mind and conscious reality. Dreams absolutely are the fuel for real life, and chasing them is what makes the journey worthwhile. This write up is an opinion instigated by a clip as shared in here to educate all thinking minds.

أَعُوذُ بِاللّٰهِ مِنَ الشَّيْطَانِ الرَّجِيمِ

بِسۡمِ ٱللهِ ٱلرَّحۡمَـٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ

اللہ کے نام سے شروع جو بڑا مہربان نہایت رحم کرنے والا ہے

In the name of ALLAH, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful

I have a dream and dreams are for real beings

They say "I Have a Dream" is a sentiment expressed by American civil rights activist and Baptist minister Martin Luther King Jr. during a public speech on August 28, 1963 in a March "Black Race Freedom". But my dear Ladies and Gentlemen! A dream is a succession of images, emotions, and sensations that occur involuntarily in the mind during certain stages of sleep. However, the "Real Beings" of human genre do dare to dream while being awake. Their dreams are about their purpose of life as a main force driving them through their lives, or a cherished ambition, an aspiration, a waking thought, and an imaginative fantasy that fulfills their hidden sensual desires.

Dreams are indeed for real beings. Dreams act as a fascinating bridge between human's subconscious mind and conscious reality. All the humans dream while asleep and forget it in the morning; but few are such souls, who garnish their dreams as a precursor for reality to happen in future. Dreams absolutely are the fuel for real life, and chasing them is what makes the journey worthwhile. But then there are humans who are differentiated by the reality of what they dream and live for.

"I am the only Reality and Truth is Divine"

We the human beings are a special creation and all believers of 'Abrahamic Religions" know that this world is a temporary abode and we humans are probably the only reality of this "testing place"; so we may say that "I am the only Reality and Truth is Divine".

By recognizing this divine truth, we may find a pathway to inner peace, stripping away ego and illusions to align with a higher sense of purpose. The statement "I am the only Reality and Truth is Divine" reflects deep philosophical and spiritual sentiments. It bridges the gap between individual consciousness and the absolute being (God / ALLAH).

My Dear Readers! The famous English writer William Shakespeare has advised "All that glitters is not gold". Let me say that Shakespeare has correctly advised that this world and our lives have been decorated with many glittering fantastical and ornamental elements; which attracts us and involve us deeply in its shine and beauty; but when we dig a little or scratch the reality we discover that the glittering thing one strived for was not worth it (once a thing, shining like gold, is discovered as fake / coated, becomes worthless / meaningless).

English Romantic poet John Keats said in a poem "A thing of beauty is a joy forever"; which conveys the idea that true beauty provides lasting happiness that never fades, but rather grows over time, offering eternal solace and joy to the human spirit. Therefore, in this temporal world, we encounter many glittering things, enticing objects, fantastic ambitions and adorable beings, but if we are aware of our own worth and are conscious of our own reality then all that glitter makes no sense, except that a thing of beauty is a joy for ever. Any being aware of "I am the only Reality and Truth is Divine" will always recall William Shakespeare another quote "A rose by any other name would smell as sweet." Therefore always try to seek the real meaning or the real worth of every thing that seek or divert the attention.

My Dear Readers; lets recall a a famous quote from William Shakespeare "All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players"; which suggests that this world is a stage and our life is a performance where people play various roles throughout seven distinct stages, from infancy to old age, before exiting. So, if this world is a stage and we are mere performers, then why shall we not perform an honourable, dignified and respectable role? Eleanor Roosevelt has said that "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent". Let's never lower our level of thinking and self dignity.

This world is a stage, it's truly captures the exact feeling of this vibrant, unpredictable journey we are on. Just like in a theater, our daily lives are a mix of all those genres. Some days are lighthearted comedies, others throw heavy drama our way, and occasionally, we get those beautiful, cinematic moments of romance. The best part? We are both the actors and the audience. So, let's be good actors and supporting audience; so that the life remains an enjoyable journey and fair competition. We must never forget that we are special creation of God / ALLAH and we must always keep our ambitions, mission and vision close to the guidance and dictums provided by Supreme Ultimate Truth.

"I think therefore I am".

French thinker Rene Descartes is quoted to have said (I think therefore I am); which is the foundational philosophical principle and it means that the very act of thinking confirms one's own existence. Our personality is a broader mix of inherent temperament, emotional habits, and learned behaviors. Our thoughts are an active expression of our mind; and our mind processes what we see and what we hear. In a complex setting (mix of many things; a play with many actors), we choose to hear and see, what our personality is made of. Our personality, developed by certain factors, perfectly captures how our perception acts as a psychological filter—much like the psychological concept of selective attention or "projection." In a chaotic, multifaceted environment, our brains naturally zoom in on the details that align with our existing beliefs, fears, or desires.

This blog has been written after viewing the clip as above. This clip manifests our desires which have been shaped by focused camera work and digital age "short reel" agenda. If one feels awkward about the query made by the lady in he clip, it makes sense, because, the clip has been generated for the same purpose. If one is watching a basketball game, would have concentrated on the player and ball; but this clip is not about basket ball game. And if one is fan of a game, basket ball for instance, may also be a fan of a team and usually knows the jersey numbers of favourite players.

"I think, therefore, I am" signifies the importance of a thinking mind. The thinking mind is the most certain aspect of human reality. It means that even if our body or the world around us is an illusion, the entity experiencing that illusion must exist and exist meaningfully. The English literature quotes Bible as "Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and you shall find"; and "For those to whom much is given, much is required." In this digital age when, the whole globe has been captivated into a cell, held in a palm; it has become profoundly logical to unearth certain divine dogmas. The above quotes from Bible teaches that man shall think and ponder upon the presented images and he has been afforded with enormous capacities and capabilities; so by becoming mere actors or watcher in this worldly stage may not be worth the purpose of life-the man is gifted for. The man must evolve into a better human being and not a "zombie."

To err is human; to forgive, divine

The above is a famous proverb that means making mistakes and experiencing flaws are natural parts of human nature, while the ability to forgive those mistakes is a godlike, virtuous quality. We humans are always prone to make mistake in our journey of life, this is how this world has been designed. After all, the Satan has been tasked to attract us; the humans into his trap. Therefore, we will make horrendous mistakes and there may be advices to abandon right path.

As the proverb goes "If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again" ; so we must never stop our journey because some bad thing has happened, or we have made a mistake. Therefore, we must always seek forgiveness from the Divine (God/ ALLAH) and endeavour to seek truth. "The truth will set us free" and free soul will always return to positive ways of life.

The Conclusion

I have a dream and my dream propels me towards seeking success in this life and life hereafter. One shall live with a beautiful and noble aspiration. Balancing success in both this life and the hereafter is a profound goal that provides deep meaning and direction. Let's deepen our knowledge of our faith and values. Let's connect with mentors and like-minded individuals who may share our values and can support our journey.

The last Holy Book Al-Quran, the only true guidance available to human kind today has insisted on seeking the truth by constant thinking and evolving. The Quran actively champions intellectual curiosity, repeatedly asking humanity, "Afala ta’qilun" (Will you not use your intellect?); and Afala Tatafakkarun (أَفَلَا تَتَفَكَّرُونَ): "Will you not reflect/ponder?" and from Ulu al-Albab (أُولِي الْأَلْبَابِ): "People of understanding."

The Quran elevates those who actively use their minds to seek deeper truths and meaning beyond the surface level. It encourages observation of the natural world (the stars, the earth, the changing of seasons) to recognize the signs of the Creator. Quran doesn't demand blind faith, it urges believers to observe the universe, question phenomena, and reason deeply about the purpose of life. Let's participate in the affairs of the world by always treading on the right path and if any mistake is made always seek forgiveness and return to the original journey (success in life hereafter).