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Getting to know the humanist side of Mochtar Lubis

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Mochtar Lubis, a heavyweight journalist and editor-in-chief of Harian Indonesia Raya. (source: Ultimagz)
Mochtar Lubis, a heavyweight journalist and editor-in-chief of Harian Indonesia Raya. (source: Ultimagz)

Before he passed away in July, 17 years ago, Mochtar Lubis always accompanied Maya in her journey into a strong and critical woman. Maya said that right on the day she turned 21, Maya was faced with many typical questions young people often asked about their existence and path they took in life.

“At the time father was on the phone to wish me a happy birthday, and I told him about my dilemma, then he asked ‘What’s your definition of success? You have to think first, don’t tell me straight away. If you already have the answer, give me a call.’ I then called him about a week later,” Maya recalled.

“Pak, I have found the meaning of success,” Maya told Mochtar Lubis by phone. “What is success for you, Maya? Is it money? Career?” Maya recalled Mochtar saying.

“Oh no, Pak. After I gave it a thought, success for me is when my heart, mind, and mouth were in synch,” said Maya. Mochtar replied: “Congratulation! That’s correct, Maya. Whatever your life turns out to be, this is what you must seek. Wherever you are, don’t diverge from this path!”

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