Life is full of paradoxes, and often the people we rely on most can inadvertently benefit from our struggles. Consider this:
The lawyer thrives on our troubles.
The doctor relies on our illnesses.
The police catch us when we act illegally.
The electrician profits when something in our homes goes wrong.
The landlord flourishes when we fail to own our own homes.
The banker earns when we borrow beyond our means.
The private tutor benefits when our children neglect their studies.
Isn’t it ironic? Depending too much on others—or circumstances—can prevent us from taking charge of our own lives.
Life’s Lessons in Three
1. Three things come once in a lifetime:
Parents
Beauty
Youth
2. Three things can never be undone:
Gunfire
Words spoken in anger
Lost hope or spirit
3. Three things remain after death:
Good deeds
Knowledge shared
A legacy of kindness
4. Three things destroy respect:
Theft
Gossip
Lies
5. Three things to avoid:
Violence
Greed
Suspicion
6. Three things to always remember:
Wise advice
The value of time
The certainty of death
7. Three things to control:
Anger
Words
Thoughts
8. Three virtues to practice:
Honesty
Dedication
Love
9. Three things to abandon:
Falsehood
Arrogance
Hatred
10. Three things to use wisely:
The pen
Speech
Action
A Thought to Ponder
A pair of expensive shoes may lose their worth when thrown on the pavement, but a simple bindi, though inexpensive, holds a place of pride on the forehead. Value doesn’t lie in cost but in purpose.
History teaches us:
Salt, though humble, preserves knowledge. A true friend is like salt—simple, essential, and invaluable.
Sweets may attract ants, but salt stays pure.
Think about the contradictions we embrace daily:
We extinguish candles on birthdays but light them for the dead.
We distrust the milkman, questioning its purity, yet accept the wine vendor’s wares without hesitation.
The beast is insulted when called so, but the lion wears the title with pride.
The Takeaway
Human nature is strange, isn’t it? Yet it’s within our grasp to rise above these paradoxes. By practicing honesty, humility, and love, we can transform ourselves and those around us.
Don’t wait for life to happen—create your own path. Remember: your greatest power lies in your choices, your words, and your actions.
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