Clearing one of the most challenging medical entrance tests, i.e., the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test–Undergraduate (NEET UG), requires extensive
effort, dedication, and consistency from an aspirant. In the process, students often get distracted, give unnecessary attention to short-term friendships or relationships, and completely deviate from the path to becoming a doctor. Addressing these concerns, educator Alakh Pandey shared a video on YouTube in which he narrated how these interim pleasures can deter one from their ultimate goal of pursuing MBBS, BDS, or related courses in India's top educational institutes. In the video, Alakh was quoted saying, "When you started, you set your mind on clearing NEET. But gradually, your vision and mission both got blurred, and the surroundings started alluring you. From focusing on your family and NEET to entertaining friendships, relationships, and spending hours on social media, your priorities have suddenly changed, leaving a small space for your goal." He then questioned the promises that the aspirants made to themselves at the beginning of preparation, as now, they all seem to have weakened. Responding to the excuses aspirants give, like 'Sir, my friend asks for a meetup in the evening, how do I say no', or 'he requests me for online gaming, so I yes as I don't want to hurt him', Alakh said, "Those who always try to please others end up being miserable." The sentence translates to 'Is duniya mein sabse nakhush insaan woh hai jo hamesha doosron ko khush karne ki koshish karta rehta hai.' He further added that an aspirant needs to be selfish in order to realise his/her dreams. They have to isolate themselves from the mobile phone to introspect and plan their future. “Just try to keep your phone aside for one day and start studying. Shortly, you will start realising that a lot of things you pay heed to don’t actually require your attention.”, he added. Sharing his own experience, Alakh said that none of your relationships or friendships would be present in times of need. "The only people who actually need your attention right now are your parents. If you don't unplug yourself from the unnecessary bonds, it will be too late to realise what you have lost." "No matter how hard you try to be good to people, you'll always remain bad in someone's story," Alakh said. Recommended | Khan Sir Shares 200-year-old Story Behind Bihar Becoming the Land of IAS Officers
