Sunday 6 May 2018

Self preservation


It is common sense that the boat on the river must ensure that it crosses without developing a leak or allowing the water to enter it. No one in their right minds would deliberately sink it while in it.
But when it comes to humans, we do tend to get destructive enough to forget our own self preservation.
Housing every minor or major negativity makes that one hole in the boat each time. Either we fail to see it happen or we are confident that the little damage is not going to make a dent in our journey. And consequently, hole after hole is made. We often laugh at the one that cautions us. And carry on in the same vein. The slant of the boat is gradual and the tipping point come suddenly and without warning.
We haven't had enough awareness or wisdom to understand when to stop and plug the leaks. This realization, if it is timely, is enough to begin the plugging process and of course, with humility and intelligent wisdom.
Surekha Kothari

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