On June 6, 2015, amid the everyday hum of life, a young man
wearing a playful T-shirt slogan became the center of a light-hearted yet
deeply meaningful exchange. What started as a casual refusal turned into a
joyful moment of reflection—and a subtle shift from “wine” to serving
Hari.
I offered him a copy of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita.
“We are not having Bhagavad Gita… When the age will
come, I will read. Thanks,” he said politely.
“What is your age please?”
“22…”
“And your total age please on this planet??”
“…Total age?? Are you kidding!!”
“No… Just curious to know your total age on this
planet!!”
“Hahaha… Nobody knows actually…”
“Then how do YOU know : )!!”
“I don’t know, when did I tell you my total age?”
“If not told, then how can you affirm that when the age
will come then you will start studying Bhagavad Gita : )… That means you must
be knowing that you are going to live till some particular age!!”
“See……”
I smiled and pointed gently. “I am seeing… The slogan
on your T-shirt… ‘Always have a reason to wine’ : )”
“Hahaha… Yes…”
“No please,” I said softly. “The one who is
in this human form of life must have a reason to serve Lord Krishna—so as to
come out of all kinds of kuntha (anxiety), one among which is lamenting for
wine : ) Please accept this Bhagavad Gita, without waiting for a particular age
to come.”
“Can I just see this!!”
“All yours prabhu ji : )”
As he took the book, his laughter softened into something
more thoughtful—a quiet readiness to upgrade his reason for living.
I am thankful to this young soul, who is now on the process
of becoming capable of serving Lord Hari by reading the Bhagavad Gita!
All glories to Srila Prabhupada, who gave us the perfect
scripture to replace fleeting reasons with eternal service.
This light exchange carries a profound message for every
young heart (and every heart, no matter the age): We often postpone spiritual
life thinking, “When the right age/time/mood comes…” But no one truly knows how
many days remain. The human form is rare and unpredictable—yet it is given
precisely so we can use it to serve Lord Krishna now. The Gita doesn’t demand
perfection or a “mature” age; it invites sincerity, even in the middle of
laughter, T-shirts, and everyday life.
The slogan “Always have a reason to wine” was fun—but
“Always have a reason to serve Hari” is liberating. It dissolves anxiety, ends
lamentation, and fills life with real, lasting bliss.
To everyone wearing their own version of that T-shirt
(literal or figurative): You don’t need to wait for some perfect future moment.
Lord Krishna is calling today—through a verse, a smile, a gentle conversation
on the street. Say yes now, and watch how every day becomes meaningful.
Have you ever had a playful moment turn unexpectedly
spiritual? Or changed a small habit/slogan in your life after a
Krishna-conscious reminder? Share below—your story might inspire someone else
to upgrade their reason for being.
More joyful, real-life awakenings coming soon, all part of
the journey toward a book filled with these sacred, laughter-filled turning
points. Keep finding reasons to serve Hari—He’s the best reason of all.