"When you begin to think outside the box, you often become some other "leaders" lousy follower. That usually costs something" (Andy Rayner)

"Our guardian angels are bored." (Mike Foster)

It's where I feel I'm at these days. “In the second half of life, it is good just to be a part of the general dance. We do not have to stand out, make defining moves, or be better than anyone else on the dance floor. Life is more participatory than assertive, and there is no need for strong or further self-definition” (Falling Upward. Richard Rohr.120).

Friday, March 18, 2016

Moving Rocks Or Building A Cathedral?

"There is an old story about a man who, following the bombing of Dresden, walked past a piece of land filled with rubble and saw three laborers at work. - What are you doing? - he asked. The first laborer turned: - Can’t you see? I’m removing these rocks! Unsatisfied with the answer, he turned to the second laborer. - Can’t you see? I’m earning my wage! - was the reply. The passer-by still didn’t know what was going on there, and decided to insist one more time. He turned to the third man, and once again repeated his question. - Can’t you see? - said the third laborer. - I’m rebuilding a cathedral! Although these three people were doing the same thing, only one perceived the true dimensions of his life and his work."

( Paulo Coelho : Warrior Of The Light - Vol 2 )

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