A Short Love Stories: The Tranquility of the Soul
When I was young, like many others, I began to list all the things I considered the beautiful aspects and desires of life: health, good looks, love, wisdom, talent, power, fame, wealth…
Once I completed the list, I proudly handed it over to a wise elder, who at the time was my mentor and a role model for my soul.
Looking back now, perhaps I did it to show off my talents and dreams to him. As I handed him the list, I confidently said, “This is the sum of all the greatest things in my life. If I can have them all, I will have the happiest life.”
A playful glimmer flashed in the old man’s eyes. He told me, “This list is excellent.” Then, after a moment of thought, he pointed out, “The contents are well-rounded, and the order is arranged quite reasonably. But, young man, it seems you’ve overlooked the most important item. If you forget this one thing, all that you gain will become a terrible source of pain.”
“What item did I miss?” I asked. He picked up a red pen, glanced over the list, and then crossed out all of my youthful dreams. He wrote down a few words on the list: “Tranquility of the Soul.”
He said, “This is a gift that fate reserves for those she particularly favors. She grants many people talent, wealth, fame, and beauty, but ‘Tranquility of the Soul’ is her final reward, and also a sign of her deepest love, so she bestows it with the utmost care.”
At the time, I was puzzled. For many years, I continued to chase these dreams, only to find that I never truly felt fulfilled or happy.
Now, I finally understand the old man’s words—only when you attain ‘Tranquility of the Soul’ can you possess true life, free from the grip of worries.
Thank you for reading! ” Sitestorys “
