According to an ancient story there was a king who was continuously torn between happiness and despondency. The slightest incident would cause him great pain and upset and turn his happiness into disappointment and despair. The king finally got tired of his situation and began to look for a way out. He sent for a wise man in his kingdom who was reputed to be enlightened.
When the wise man came, the king said to him “I want to be like you. Can you give me something that will bring balance, serenity, and wisdom into my life? I will pay any price you ask.”
The wise man said “I may be able to help you but the price is so great that your entire kingdom would not be sufficient payment for it. Therefore, it will be a gift to you if you will honor it.” The king gave his assurance and the wise man left.
A few weeks later the wise man returned and handed the king an ornate box carved in Jade. The king opened the box and found a simple gold ring inside. On the ring there was an inscription that read This Too Will Pass. “What is the meaning of this?” asked the king. The wise man said, “wear this ring always. Whatever happens, before you call it good or bad, touch the ring and read the inscription. That way you will always be at peace.
In these times where every direction we turn reveals an abundance of bad news and sadness, you and I must remain centered on our dreams and the possibility that the future holds for all of us, and it certainly does. This will cause the direction and results we seek. To continuously engage with bad news of course will replicate that in your life as well. Guard carefully the thoughts you think.
May I recommend you read this and more in A New Earth - Awakening to Your Life’s Purpose by Eckhart Tolle. Life happens in cycles and as intense as this one is, the upside which is on its way will certainly be quite AMAZING!
