YOU WERE MY CRUSH: Till you said you love me! (by Durjoy Datta)

Yes! I did read this book. As much as I was shocked at my decision to read this book, so were my friends (:P). This was one of the first non-typical books I usually read which ranges from philosophy, non-fiction, history, personal development, and business. I thought this book would be fun, a bit meaningless (which later it proved me wrong) and whole together different from the genre I usually read. But this book went beyond my expectations and so I decided to write my first book blog on it!

Now getting back to the book: it's a very nice and smooth read. One can relate (especially youngsters) to its colloquial way of writing. It's very little of college life, flings, dating, kisses, stuff and a lot more than that.

One of the key takeaways is that sometimes we come across someone in life, who change us completely for the good. They just come in our milieu from nowhere (and totally unexpected) and we get so attached to them. This does not necessarily happen in love, but more often in friendships. Thus, it's very important that we hold on to our best buddies in life, even when the tides are rough. After all, we all are humans and we all make mistakes.

And as far as love goes, I am yet to find a good definition for it. I thought I understood it from my previous (first and serious :P) relationship, but I am yet to learn more. It definitely starts from attraction, lust, and desperation, and there is nothing wrong about it (Do read Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari for the answer). However, true love is about compassion, care and most importantly, sustainability. If a pair can sustain their relationship for long and find true meaning between them, then there can be no better feeling one can experience in life.

If the couple moves a step forward to materialize their relationship into an institution of marriage, then it becomes a completely different ball game. One must realize that it won't be as fun (secret make-outs, always to die attitude) but it will be an enjoyment and responsibility of a different kind. To take care of your partner's needs, interests and most importantly, to keep him/her happy. Nothing in life remains constant, and that's the fun! So, if you feel that you are not having fun in your marriage as you used to have in your relationship, then probably it's true love and everything is on track!

Now most importantly, we should never forget the love, support and sacrifices of our parents. We can never pay them back and will always owe them. Even when the entire world is against you or has left you (including your "love"), they will always be there, standing tall and strong to protect you. We often take them for granted and sometimes go against them, especially when someone new comes to our life. However, we should always be aware of the fact that who we are today, is all because of them.

PS: I could keep writing but it's about to be midnight (and my bedtime :P). So, keep reading interesting and varied genre of books in your life, and spread the positivity around you! (And this book was gifted to me and the person might smile after reading this :P)

With much love,

Adi.J