2nd in series of the article sent to GN for publishing in their properties section. First view exclusively for my friends and followers....

2nd in series of the article sent to GN for publishing in their properties section. First view exclusively for my friends and followers....

KNOW YOUR NEIGHBOURS, THEY MAY BE YOUR SAVIOUR DURING CRISIS

"Neighbours envy owners pride" was a celebrated punch line of a famous television brand (ONIDA) for several years. If streamed again it is highly unlikely that the same reverberations may happen with the ad viewers these days. We have gone past those 'envy-bubble' days and no one considers their material possessions as true luxury or worth any real praise. A gentle reminder-- it is high time they value the true worthiness of their neighbours these days.

UAE is a country where the age-old mantra of unity in diversity is practically visible. Perhaps no other country can boast of nesting this cultural dynamics of different communities. A typical residential building in UAE may possibly contain different nationalities from around the world. Though community living among expats is minimal in this country many are constrained to live in apartments and high-rise buildings. Due to work commitments and job timings many of us are isolated from our neighbours. It is quite strange that many of us keep only a HB (Hi bye) relationship with our neighbours. An ideal neighbour relationship may help one at the time of a crisis. A case in point is the recent fire accidents in some of the high-rise buildings.

1.    Establish at least a talking term relationship with your neighbours. Probably your children can start of the relationship process with their friends in the next door.

2.     It is always better to exchange the phone numbers (Office & Mob) based on the comfort level you mutually enjoy. This will help to alert one another at the time of any impending crises.

3.     If the building has got a common meeting place you may frequently exchange pleasantries during a walk around. Meeting outside home are always advisable for a free flow of talk. A Gym, Swimming pool or sometimes parking space in the building would be an ideal choice.

A strong relationship with your neighbours will only payoff in the long term if you have exercised your options carefully to choose them. Keep in mind that when a hell like crisis strike, a known devil relatively will be rescued faster than an unknown angel. Don't play stranger with your neighbours. Neighbour’s envy is no more owners’ pride.

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