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| Story: THE POOR MAN'S WEALTH | |||
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John and Jay were friends and neighbors in a big city, where crime and casualties are a
common occurrence. They grew up together.
John used to be a very happy, easy going, calm and relaxed individual.
He used to work very hard during the day. Spent nice time with his family.
Kissed his children good night. When he hit the sack, he used to be out like a light and
slept like a log. He lived in a small home.
Jay became extra lucky through his business ventures and became a millionaire and
lived in a big house! He could not sleep well at night. He had to worry about his
children, when they took their own car and did not show up on time. He had to make
certain that all doors and windows were closed. Checked the burglar alarms a couple of
times. Used to get exhausted in the morning, because of lack of proper restful sleep.
One day, Jay had lot of compassion and overtaken by love and friendship, gave a big
chunk of money and jewelry to his friend John. Jay was overwhelmed with this gift and
talked about it all day. When the night came, he was troubled by the insecurity of
protecting the wealth. He closed all doors, windows. He forgot to spend story time
with his children. He had the worst insomnia, protecting the jewelry and the cash.
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He had the worst insomnia, protecting the jewelry and the cash.
As soon as the day broke, John ran to Jay with a big apologetic hug and returned the
jewelry and cash. He said, "Your friendship is valueless. But, this gift took my peace
and happiness away. Please forgive me for returning it". Jay understood and did not get angry.
"Money can not buy Happiness"
- PANCHATANTRA "Courageous People command popularity through humility, show magnanimity, through extolling others, get involved with humanitarian causes and endure the atrocities of the unkindful men." -Bhartruhari |
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