The fern and the bamboo
One day I decided to give up. I quit my job, my relationship, my spirituality.
wanted to quit my life. I went to the woods to have one last talk with God.
"God", I said: Could you give me a good reason for not giving up. His answer surprised me: "Look around you" He said, you see the fern and the bamboo? "Yes," replied
When I planted the seeds fern and bamboo, very well looked after. I gave birth, I gave them water.
The fern quickly grew. Its brilliant green covered the floor. But nothing came from the bamboo seed. However
not quit on the bamboo. In the second year the Fern grew more vibrant and plentiful.
And again, nothing came from the bamboo seed. But do not quit on the bamboo. Him said
In the third year, still nothing from the bamboo seed. But I did not quit, he said.
In the fourth year, again, nothing came from the bamboo seed. I did not quit, he said.
Then in the fifth year a tiny sprout emerged from the earth. Compared to the fern it was seemingly small and insignificant. But six months later the bamboo rose over 100 feet tall. It had spent five years growing roots.
Those roots made it strong and gave it what it needed to survive.
I would not give any of my creations a challenge it could not handle. "
He said: Did you know that all this time, you have been struggling, you have actually been growing roots
not quit on the bamboo. Never quit on you. Do not compare yourself with others "
" He said: "The bamboo had a purpose Fern different, however, were necessary and make the forest a beautiful place "
" Your time will come, "God told me. "You will rise high!" How high should I rise? I asked. How high will the bamboo rise? He asked in return. As high as you can? I inquired.
I hope these words can help you understand that God never give you. Never regret a day in your life.
Good days give you happiness. Bad days give you experience. Both are essential for life.
Happiness keeps you sweet. Attempts to keep you strong.
Penalties keep you human. Falls keep you humble.
Success keeps you bright. But only God keeps you walking ...
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