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Face difficulties with courage

There was once a gardener who nursed his master's garden with great care. He brought water in a pot from a distant well. He earned the love and respect of his master.

One day he was weighed down by family problems. Putting the pot of water aside, he sat down dispiritedly. He tried hard but could not come out of depression.

"What am I worth?Am I meant to be a gardener all my life? People everywhere are enjoying comforts. Why not I? I must be a pauper, a sinner." he blamed himself.

At this point, the pot spoke, "O Gardener! This frustration over a trifle is unworthy of you. The desired fruit is attained only through difficulties. Look at me. I started out as mud, trampled by everyone. Then a potter picked me up. He mixed me, with water, crushed me, mounted me on a wheel, spun me around, hammered me, fashioned me into this shape and roasted me in fire at length. That is not at all. I had to endure endless pain from buyers who assessed my quality by knocking me with their fingers. Only after enduring such hardships, I am worthy of being carried on the heads of human beings. Had I given up in despair, I could not have earned this lofty state."


Whoever wishes to achieve success must similarly experience various trials. Happiness is not born out of happiness. Conquering difficulties alone grants lasting happiness and peace. The body is given to undergo hardships. Provided our attitude is correct, troubles only serve to enhance our courage and strength.


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