Everything Has a Solution

This summer, my family and I enjoyed a wonderful time at the lake, engaging in activities such as paddle boarding and kayaking. Towards the end of our adventure, a surprising incident occurred that left me pondering an important life lesson. My sister asked my brother to hand her cell phone, and in the process of passing it to her, he accidentally dropped the phone into the lake, causing it to sink to the bottom. This mishap deeply affected my brother, leaving him devastated for several hours. He reacted with frustration, cursing and feeling as though such things never happen to him, taking the situation quite seriously.

This incident prompted me to reflect on how we cope with unexpected challenges. Life, much like our day at the lake, is filled with setbacks and surprises. When we find ourselves facing such situations, it is crucial to maintain a broader perspective and remember that every problem has a solution.

In this context, I recalled the teachings of the Yogis who often compare life to a game. They suggest that we should engage in life with enthusiasm but without losing sight of the fact that it's ultimately a game. It's important to approach life with a light heart and the understanding that there is a solution to every challenge.

While I have trained my mind to perceive things from a broader perspective, I am not immune to getting carried away by my emotions at times. However, I quickly remind myself to see things from a higher vantage point.

In the end, we all reassured my brother that mistakes happen, even to the most careful among us, and he was eventually able to let it go.

You shouldn't become overly fixated on material or trivial matters, and you should extend this perspective to even more significant issues, such as health problems or terminal illnesses. While these situations can be incredibly challenging, you must remember that everything happens as it is supposed to happen. Cultivate a positive and resilient outlook, keeping in mind that, in the grand scheme of things, every challenge in your life is meant to be faced and you’ll find the solution.

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