After my father’s death in ’98, my family comprised mother, sister and me. My mother went through tough times building a home; becoming self-sufficient and providing my sister and I with all the comforts and luxuries that one may find oneself fortunate to enjoy.

After I was introduced to the distinction of responsibility as a possibility – being a cause in the matter – I realized that the responsibility that I had assumed as I grew up to observe my mother’s hardships wasn’t authentic. At copious instances, I had handed over my power to situations and circumstances.

Now, I’m the cause in the matter in my family. There is an undying possibility of responsibility that repeatedly calls me into action.

Earlier, I was resigned in the face of an argument with my mother. Not any more. I drop my resignation with her and see how the situation occurs to her so that we can address it and give her peace and joy.

I also took on being the cause in the matter in my sister’s education.

My family is now living in harmony.

—Karan Kamble