The Economic Times

Happiness habit of the day by JRD Tata: I do the best of what there is available, and I'm happy. A life lesson from industrialist, philanthropist, and Bharat Ratna awardee on living with purpose and living happily

JRD Tata viewed happiness as more than luxury, travel or material success. In an interview with Rajiv Mehrotra, he said, I do the best of what there is available, and I'm happy, while stressing the value of being useful and bringing happiness to others. His philosophy reflected a remarkable life that included building the Tata group and pioneering Indian aviation. His journey suggests that contentment comes from purpose, usefulness and appreciating what one has.