From Facebook platform: THE TEACHING OF THE DONKEY

 THE TEACHING OF THE DONKEY

From Facebook platform 😛📖

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One day a farmer’s donkey fell into a well. The animal cried loudly for hours, while the farmer tried to find something to do to get him out.

Finally, the farmer decided that the donkey was old and the well was already dry and needed to be covered anyway; that it really wasn't worth pulling the donkey out of the well..

He invited all his neighbors to come help him. They each grabbed a shovel and began to throw dirt into the well.

The donkey realized what was happening and cried horribly loud. Then, to everyone's surprise, he quieted down after a few shovelfuls of dirt.

The farmer finally looked down into the well and was amazed at what he saw... with each shovelful of dirt, the donkey was doing something incredible: It was shaking off the dirt and stepping on top of the dirt.

Nice

Very soon everyone saw surprised how the donkey reached the mouth of the well, went over the edge and trotted out...

Life is going to throw dirt at you, all kinds of dirt... the trick to getting out of the hole is to shake it off and use it to step up. Each of our problems is a step up. We can get out of the deepest holes if we don't give up...

Use the land they throw you to get ahead!!!

Remember the 5 rules to be happy:

1. Free your heart from hate.

2. Free your Mind of distractions.

3. Simplify your life.

4. Give more and expect less.

5. Love more and... shake the dirt, because in this life you have to be a solution, not the problem!

The Parable of the Donkey: A Tale of Resilience and Growth

In the vast expanse of cyberspace, amidst the cacophony of social media, there exists a gem of wisdom waiting to be unearthed. This gem takes the form of a simple yet profound tale—a parable shared on the Facebook platform. Its message resonates deeply with the human spirit, offering guidance and inspiration in times of challenge and adversity.

Imagine, if you will, a farmer's donkey falling into a well—a situation that could easily be seen as dire and hopeless. The donkey, sensing its predicament, cries out in distress, its plaintive cries echoing against the walls of the well. Meanwhile, the farmer, faced with the daunting task of rescuing his beloved animal, grapples with the decision of whether to expend the effort to save it.

In a moment of perceived pragmatism, the farmer concludes that the donkey is old and the well is dry—a sentiment echoed by many of his neighbors. They gather around, armed with shovels, ready to fill in the well and bury the donkey along with it. It is a scene fraught with despair and resignation, as the donkey's fate seems all but sealed.

But then, something miraculous happens. As the dirt begins to rain down upon him, the donkey does not succumb to despair. Instead, it begins to shake off the dirt and, to the amazement of onlookers, uses it to step up. With each shovelful of earth that cascades into the well, the donkey rises higher and higher until, against all odds, it emerges from the depths and trots away to freedom.

The moral of the story is clear: life will inevitably throw dirt at us—obstacles, challenges, and setbacks of every kind. But the key to overcoming these obstacles lies not in succumbing to despair, but in using them as stepping stones to higher ground. Every problem we encounter is an opportunity for growth and transformation, a chance to rise above adversity and emerge stronger and wiser than before.

In the face of hate, we must free our hearts; in the midst of distractions, we must clear our minds; amidst the complexities of modern life, we must strive for simplicity. We must cultivate a spirit of generosity, giving freely of ourselves without expectation of return. And above all, we must love—love ourselves, love others, and love the world around us.

But perhaps the most profound lesson of all is encapsulated in the donkey's actions—to shake off the dirt and use it to step up. In a world that often seeks to bury us beneath the weight of our trials and tribulations, we must remember that we have the power to transform even the most challenging circumstances into opportunities for growth and self-discovery.

So let us embrace the teachings of the donkey, dear friends, and remember that no matter how deep the well may seem, there is always a way out. With resilience, determination, and a willingness to shake off the dirt of adversity, we can rise to new heights and forge a path toward a brighter future.