In this poetic discourse, Usha Shrivastava presents her thoughts on the bitter truth regarding the effects of praise and appreciation in people's lives.

Written and recited by:  Usha Shrivastava

English translation written by:  Priyamvada Shrivastava and Parul Khare

English translation recited by: Parul Khare

Episode art : Anjali Kant

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Shrivastava, Usha.  Jeevan Jeena Ek Kala.  Gwalior.  Shivswarnakshar Design (India) November 2007.