His story was not just his own; it was an outstretched hand to others who tread the same shadowed path.
By Dr. Sebastin K V, Dean – Academics, School of Social Work
Amidst the hushed corridors of wisdom and the eager hearts of young minds, a symphony of inspiration unfolded at the School of Social Work, Roshni Nilaya, Mangaluru. Warm atmosphere bathed in the gentle embrace of Mangaluru’s breeze, played music to a motivational talk that resonated with the rhythm of dreams.
“Make Each Day Your Masterpiece” was the call for dreamers. The guiding star of this ethereal journey was Mr. Harold D Souza, the luminary behind the global canvas of Eye Open International.
With eloquence that was like poetry on the wind, Mr. D Souza wove his narrative, an elaborate song of trust, faith, promise, and dreams. These four threads, he proclaimed, when weaved with the fabric of our lives, create a canvas of happiness, positivity, persistence, and self-belief.
From the strings of his own life’s journey, he drew the lesson of transforming failures into the stepping stones of success. His words, like whispered secrets, revealed that the spark of faith, when tended with care, can illuminate the darkest of paths.
Amidst the captivated gazes of those gathered, he sketched the blueprint of resilience, urging them to lay the cornerstone of an unshakable foundation. “Build it strong,” he pondered, “and the storms shall bow before your unwavering spirit.”
Quotes, like fragrant blossoms, adorned his speech, unveiling the truth that every challenge, every setback, conceals a map to accomplishment.
In the originality of his words, freedom emerged as a design of profound significance. Mr. D Souza, once a captive of human trafficking’s clutch, painted his escape onto the canvas of his life. A voice for the voiceless, a savior for souls wandering, he found solace in the embrace of the School of Social Work, an oasis of support on his journey to emancipation.
His story was not just his own; it was an outstretched hand to others who tread the same shadowed path. He urged hearts to be brave, to lift their voices, and to seek the hands waiting to guide them through the abyss. His voice, a lighthouse of hope, reminded all that even in the silence, there are ears eager to listen, hands ready to hold.
With each word, a constellation of lessons unfolded, illuminating the hearts of those gathered. The melody of perseverance is entwined with the harmony of positivity, leaving an indelible mark on every soul present. Eyes, now alight with determination, gazed upon the stars with renewed fervor, determined to craft their own masterpieces.
And as the symphony of his words reached its climax, Mr. Harold D Souza wove a call to arms, a reminder that human trafficking is a global battle, a symposium for the world’s conscience. In unity, he urged, we shall triumph over this blight, educating ourselves and others about its signs. A bridge of support for survivors, offering them the tools to rebuild their lives, shall emerge from the ashes of their pain.
In the make of this event, luminaries such as President Ms. Vida Sequeira, Secretary Ms. Eveleen Bennis, Principal Dr. Sophia N Fernandes, and Registrar Ms. Vineetha Rai graced the stage, their presence a testament to the significance of the moment. As the echoes of Mr. D Souza’s words continued to dance in the air, one truth remained: the masterpiece of each day lies within our grasp, waiting to be painted with the hues of trust, faith, promise, and dreams.
