Wisdom story: 5 lessons we can learn from a pencil
A long time ago a Pencil-Maker was preparing to put an important pencil in a box. Before doing so though, he took the pencil aside. “There are 5 things you need to know before I send you out into the world,” he told the pencil. “Never forget them as those are valuable life lessons, which will help you become the best pencil you can be.”
“One: You will be able to do many great things, but only if you allow yourself to be held in someone’s hand.”
“Two: You will experience a painful sharpening from time to time, but you’ll need it to become a better pencil.”
“Three: You will be able to correct any mistakes you might make.”
“Four: The most important part of you will always be what’s inside.”
“And Five: On every surface, you are used on, you must leave your mark. No matter what the condition, you must continue to write.”
Moral of the story:
- If you know the rules of the game you should also know when you should play the game. Know where or what you can lose to win the game.
- Even if you are the one who is setting the rules of the game you have to be mindful of your opponents. Maybe they see an opportunity you don't.
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