LIFE is not just about winning or losing. It is linked with celebrating each of those innocent moments, which you never know, will prevail or not. It's rather about experiencing both – sorrow and joy, in the same breath. This is what, the latest poetic prose, Whispering Mind, from K.P Shashidharan – an alumnus from the London school of Economics, currently serving as member of the Indian Audit & Accounts service – largely talks about.

Whispering Mind is a love story in poems. The book narrates the journey of Yin and Yang, who represent the negative and positive vibes in the world.

The book, according to the author, is meant for all those who love life; like to live in love; believe in exploring and discovering the inner hidden energy in them; and linking it with the supreme energy vibes of the universe. The intention of the book is to bring enduring joy in the mind, heart and soul; stimulating the appetite of both traditional prose and poetry lovers.

The author compares his characters "Yin and Yang" with eternal lovers like Shakti and Shiva; Radha and Krishna; Adam and Eve. His characters believe in the power of celebrating now, not overshadowed by the past and influenced by the anxieties of the future! They believe in taking baby steps in the life, driven by passion and compassion. Humanity and love is the biggest religion for them. The poems have been written mainly catering to three themes emphasizing the essence of life.

Theme 1: Spectrum of life: Poems on philosophy and environment.

Theme 2: Rainbow of love: About the realms of relationships, feelings and emotions.

Theme 3: Journey to Awareness, Enlightenment & Bliss: About destiny versus determinism, restlessness of mind and infinite bliss.

The book seems to be influenced by the teachings of controversial legend, Osho, in parts. The message of eternity has been beautifully expressed in form of poetry. An interesting amalgamation of views, thoughts, experiences and examples can be seen in the poems. Thoughts have been well penned with intricate details. Examples touching almost every nuance of varied aspects of life support the views of the writer. Fables and excerpts from different mythological episodes have been rightly placed. Though mention of latest online activities viz-a-viz orkut/facebook appears to be forcefully put in. "The Bliss", conclusion of the book gives an encouraging and insightful ending.

The basic issues of mind and body gymnastics for bringing a beautiful mind in a beautiful body are explained in simple verses. All in all a must read for people who have the vision to see the "real" life.

—Jatinder Singh

Jatinder Singh works with IT Next magazine as a Senior Correspondent.