I run across quotes from time to time that keep me focused on being better in various aspects of my life - for whatever reason, great quotes just resonate with me and help me to remain focused on what's important. Figured it would be fun if we had a thread where we could share them.
I'll start - I've loved this one for many years as it's true on so many levels.
“Would it not be more tranquil and serene to be a gardener and tend the plants?” the student asked.
“Tending the garden,” the master replied, “is a relaxing pastime, but it does not prepare one for the inevitable battles of life. It is easy to be calm in a serene setting. To be calm and serene when under attack is much more difficult; therefore, I tell you that it is far better to be a warrior tending his garden rather than a gardener at war.”
I'll start - I've loved this one for many years as it's true on so many levels.
“Would it not be more tranquil and serene to be a gardener and tend the plants?” the student asked.
“Tending the garden,” the master replied, “is a relaxing pastime, but it does not prepare one for the inevitable battles of life. It is easy to be calm in a serene setting. To be calm and serene when under attack is much more difficult; therefore, I tell you that it is far better to be a warrior tending his garden rather than a gardener at war.”
