As you will get to read in this short story rumors and gossip are like their own organism. Once they become “alive” they evolve in unimaginable ways.
Story about fear: A young monk learns a lesson on how to deal with fear
Do you know how to deal with fear, or are you like the young monk? Can you imagine what would have happened to him if he hadn’t listened to his mentor?
Wisdom story: The “key test” to see who to trust with what you love
Imagine having everything you ever wished for and achieving everything you set out to, but you would never know who to trust. Could you live like that?
Perseverance story: A father’s final lesson to his sons about work skills
You can always learn work skills, but only if you have the right mindset. And like the two brothers in the story, you may need some help to figure that out.
Mindset story: What’s more dangerous than the words it just can’t be done?
One of the most dangerous words are “It just can’t be done”. Because they can “push” people into doing the wrong thing like the pilot in today’s short story
Leadership story: The wise teacher’s test of integrity
In life, your integrity will be tested many times. Before doing something you know is not right make sure you are willing to live with it yourself.
Mindset story: When the “lake” seems too big to swallow start with a sip
When the problem you are facing seems too big to solve remember that it all starts with a single action. Take one step at a time until you are done.
Teamwork story: When a mousetrap is not about the mouse
The mousetrap is a metaphor for a situation that affects your whole team but the team members just don’t acknowledge it as their responsibility.
Perseverance story: How did the eagles’ goals influence his progress in life
It’s very important who you pick for your mentor as well as which goals you decide to pursue and in which order. Learn to walk before you decide to run.
Leadership story: When predicting the future be aware of your next step
When planning your future be careful that you don’t drift away “too far” and forget to concentrate on the things you need to do now to get there.