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What is inside
I Wish I Knew This Earlier by Ramakant Sharda follows the story of John Davis, a man overwhelmed by recurring problems, frustration, and a growing sense of hopelessness. After an accident leads him to the hospital, he meets Dr. Matt, whose guidance becomes the starting point for a different way of understanding his life.
Through their conversations, John begins to examine the deeper reasons behind the problems he has faced since childhood. Dr. Matt introduces him to important life lessons and a practical formula for creating positive change. As John starts applying these ideas, he encounters new challenges, learns from his setbacks, and gradually develops a different perspective on himself and his circumstances.
The book uses a story-driven approach to explore themes such as self-awareness, mindset, personal responsibility, overcoming negativity, and recognising one’s potential. Rather than presenting ideas only as theory, it shows how they can be understood through John’s experiences and the decisions he makes along the way.
At its heart, the book is about learning lessons that many people wish they had understood earlier and using them to create a more purposeful and fulfilling direction in life.
This book is for readers interested in personal growth, mindset, and positive change, particularly those who feel stuck, discouraged, or repeatedly confronted by the same problems.
It may also appeal to readers who prefer self-development lessons presented through an accessible story rather than a conventional instructional format.
Excerpt
From “Foreword”
I still remember the day; I was drunk and I crashed my car into a tree. I could not remember anything else.
When I opened my eyes again, I found myself in the hospital. An old man was sitting right beside me. He was around 60 years old with a round face and short frizzy hair. He watched me calmly and intently. His deep blue eyes were kind but looked sad. I just couldn’t keep staring into those sad eyes.
“Why did you save me?” Those were the first words that I managed to speak. “I don’t want to live, not anymore.”
He didn’t say anything. He just looked at me and then stood up and went out of the room.
I was asked by the nurse to rest. She gave me medicine and I fell asleep instantly. When I woke up, the old man was still sitting beside me, looking at me calmly.
“Who are you?” I asked him.
“My name is Dr. Matt,” he said. “I was driving when I saw a car on the roadside. I saw you wounded and totally drunk. I brought you here to this hospital.”
“Why did you save me? You don’t even know me?” I asked.
“I lost my son. He was your age. He too was driving after having drinks and met with an accident. Unfortunately, he did not make it and when I saw you, it reminded me of him. You are also a son of someone. I never want them to feel the same pain that I experienced after losing my son,” the old man spoke in a very deep, sad voice.
“Don’t worry, I have no one in my life who cares for me. If I die, it won’t make any difference in anyone’s life,” I said.
“Why do you think so?” he asked.
“Because this is my reality, my bitter truth. I have been abandoned by my parents, my wife left me and I don’t have any friends. I don’t have a job, I have no money and no place to live either. My life is hopeless and desolate.”
The old man smiled and said, “It can be changed just like any other thing.”
“But how? I see no way to change my life.”
“Don’t worry about it, now rest. I will visit you again tomorrow morning,” he got up slowly and went out.
About the author
Award-winning photographer, Clickmaniac · Jaipur, India
Ramakant Sharda is an award-winning photographer, author, and iOS app publisher known for high-speed photography. He teaches workshops, writes for international photography platforms, and has published three coffee table books.
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