What can be set in motion by asking the right question? You can see it through the wisdom of Albert Einstein in the following story: A journalist from a scientific magazine requested an interview with Einstein for a special article titled "The Great Questions Asked by Great Scientists." When the scientist agreed to meet, the journalist arrived at his home. Einstein...
An old cat and a kitten are in an alley. The kitten is chasing its tail when the old cat approaches and asks, “What are you doing?” The kitten replies, “I went to cat philosophy school and learned that two things are crucial in a cat’s life. First, happiness is the most important thing. Second, happiness is found in our...
I once heard a story about a university professor who was an expert in Buddhism and East Asian religions. He had written several books on the subject and had always wanted to meet a Zen master who lived in India. So, he set out to meet his guru. The master was very old, calm, and kind. As soon as they met,...
There was once a truly beautiful bird – strong, free and very brave. Nothing at all frightened it.It would fly wherever it chose to and was very proud of its very colorful and vibrant plumage.One day, the bird decided to settle down and build a nest for itself.And so, one by one, it began to pluck out its feathers and...
A traveler walking alone saw a monk working in a field, so he stopped and asked him: “I’m on my way to the village in the valley, can you tell me what it’s like?” “Where have you come from?” enquired the monk. “I have come from the village in the mountains. It was terrible!” the man exclaimed, “no-one spoke my...
A martial arts student approached his teacher one day and said:“I would truly love to be a great aikido warrior one day, but I believe I should also devote myself to judo so that I can be familiar with various types of martial arts. Only thus will I become the greatest warrior of all.” The teacher listened to his student quietly,...
I am a doctor working at a little clinic. One day an old man in his 80's walked into my clinic. He told me he was in a rush, as he had a very important engagement at 9 AM he couldn't miss. I decided to treat him since the doctor in charge was busy. While I was gently pulling out his stitches,...
A number of students were sitting quietly with their teacher one day when a hunter passed by. The hunter was surprised to see the renowned teacher sitting there at ease and doing nothing at all, remarking that the man’s inaction appeared to be a waste of precious time. “Take your bow, cock it, and fire an arrow,” the teacher responded quietly....
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