I knew a “Killjoy” Naval Officer whose entire “miserable” life in the Navy can be exemplified by this Zen story called TWO WORDS
The story is called “Just Two Words”
JUST TWO WORDS – Zen Story
There was once a monastery that had very strict rules.
All Monks were required to strictly follow a vow of silence.
No one was allowed to speak at all.
But – there was one exception to this rule.
After every 10 years – the Monks were permitted to speak just Two Words.
After spending his 10 ten years at the monastery – one young Monk was called by the Head Monk.
The Head Monk said to the young Monk:
“It has been 10 years since you arrived here. What are the Two Words you would like to speak…?”
“BED HARD…” said the young Monk.
“I see...” said the Head Monk – without a trace of emotion.
And – the Head Monk quietly walked away.
10 years later – the young Monk was again summoned by the Head Monk.
The Head Monk asked the young Monk:
“You have completed 20 years in the monastery. And – it has been 10 years since you spoke your last Two Words. So – now – what are the Two Words you would like to speak…?”
“FOOD STINKS…” said the young monk.
“I see...” the Head Monk said nonchalantly.
And – the Head Monk quietly walked away.
Yet another 10 years passed – and – the young Monk was once again summoned by the Head Monk.
The Head Monk asked the young Monk:
“You have now completed 30 years in the monastery. It has been 10 years since you spoke your last Two Words. What are your Two Words now – after these 10 years…?”
“I QUIT…” said the young Monk.
Why Crib, Carp, Moan, Groan or Complain...?
Best to always try to have a positive attitude and optimistic temperament.
By the way – before I say Bye – let me tell you that – I knew a “Killjoy” Naval Officer whose entire “miserable” life in the Navy can be exemplified by this Zen story called TWO WORDS
Dear Reader:
Cheer Up and enjoy life
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