1.

Walking down the street…

There was a stone.

I did not notice it.

I hit it and stumbled.

Ouch! It hurts!

I cribbed. I cursed. I complained.

 

2.

Walking down the street…

There was a stone.

I DID notice it.

I believed it wouldn’t harm me.

I was casual and careless.

Ouch. It hurt me.

I feel betrayed.

 

3.

Out of spite,

I hit the stone. Hard.

I was hurt again.

The stone wasn’t.

 

4.

Walking down the street…

I see the stone.

I cross carefully.

I do not stumble.

I felt good.

I continue on my way.

 

5.

Walking down the street.

I MISS encountering the stone.

I wondered what happened!

I saw a few souls ahead.

They were clearing stones off the walking path…

I realized I have a role to play.

A role to create a smoother way.

Not just for me. For others too.

I helped.

I felt better than I have ever felt.

 

Which one of these 5 stories happen frequently to you?

 

With love, prayers, and exceptional wishes,

 

– Naren

 

Change your thoughts. Change your life.