Tuesday, September 12, 2023

In the garden of life

In the garden of life, a young apprentice asked the wise master, "Master, what is the secret to mastering patience?"

The master replied, "Imagine a bamboo shoot, so small and fragile, pushing its way through the earth. It faces storms, harsh sun, and the weight of the world pressing down upon it. Yet, it does not rush, nor does it falter. It grows at its own pace, steadily and with purpose."

The apprentice pondered for a moment and then asked, "But, Master, how can I become like the bamboo, patient and unwavering?"

The master smiled and said, "Patience, my dear apprentice, is not about waiting for something to happen. It is about finding peace and purpose in the journey, and understanding that the path you walk is as important as the destination you seek. Just as the bamboo grows in its own time, so too must you nurture your patience, for in that nurturing, you will find the true essence of patience itself."

 

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