A famous psychologist once invited a group of her friends to a party at her house. As they were all chatting, she liften a glass of water and started walking with it towards them with a purposful gait.
Everyone stopped talking and looked at her, thinking she may be about to ask them the famous 'glass half full' question.
Instead she asked: "Can anyone tell me how heavy this glass is?"
The guests began to throw numbers, trying to guess how heavy the glass was.
Eventually, their host hushed them and said: "To be honest, it doesn't matter. The weight of the glass isn't determined this way. It is determined by the amount of time I will be holding it! If you I hold it for a minute, there's no problem, and it is light. If I hold it for an hour, it will become heavy, and my hand will be in pain. If I hold it for a whole day, it will weight like a mountain, and I will be numb with pain."
She looked at them and said, as if to each one of them: "The same is true for our problems, fears and worries. If we hold them for a short while, we can handle them, but when we carry them around with us for weeks, months and years, they become as heavy as a mountain.
So remember, put down the glass of water from time to time, and give yourselves a rest."
|
Image courtesy of: Photostock / freedigitalphotos.net
Let These Inspirational Words Guide You Through Life
Some great words that'll start your day off nicely.
I Hope You Can Carry These Wise Words With You
Let these brilliant words vibrate in your soul's ears...
If Everyone Absorbed This Message, it Would Be Amazing!
This short lesson inspired me with the knowledge of how important it is to say "I forgive you."
Quotes to Inspire from the Fiercest Women in History
Quote's from inspirational women for International Women's Day.
7 Quotes That will Completely Change Your Perspective!
These 7 sentences represent ten thoughts that can be taken to deeper levels...
I Have 8 Beautiful Things to Tell You About Love...
8 wonderful quotes about the inspiring emotion of love. We are sure you'll agree with these.
These Are The Things I Will NOT Wish You This Christmas...
This year, my wishes are more meaningful than they've ever been. I would like to wish you nothing more than the love of...
This Ex-Monk Has 9 Words of Advice to Quiet the Mind
Nine valuable tips to deal with persistent thoughts that interfere with a peaceful mind, spoken by an ex-monk.
The Many Truths We Learn As We Turn Another Year Older
Children seem so eager to celebrate their birthdays and turn another year older. But our perception of ageing changes once we hit our 30s.
10 Things You Really Need to Stop Apologizing For
Do you constantly find yourself apologizing for these things? It’s time to change your ways.
Read These Quotes for a Bit of Inspiration!
Past hurts and old injustices have a way of keeping us stuck in our tracks. If this is something that you can relate to, may you find solace in these words.
I Just Wanted to Let You Know How Much You Mean to Me...
Whether they are close to me or far away, I want the members of my family to know how I feel.
Let These 4 Poems Help You Build Your Confidence
Four helpful short poems for when you feel that you lost your path.
Let Nature's Law of the Seed Serve As Your Inspiration
Our perceived failures often bog us down, but all you need to do is look to nature for a change of perspective. The Law of the Seed will show you the way.
10 Tips for Success by Spiritual Teacher Robin Sharma
Robin Sharma, the author of "The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari," shares his 10 tips for success in this article!
Someone is Thinking About You Right Now...
You should share this special message with someone who's going through a difficult time in their life. It will help them and inspire them.
Follow These Tips to Become a Happy Morning Person
Many people find getting up in the morning one of the hardest things they have to do each day. Here's how to change that.
Wishing You a Happy & Prosperous NEW YEAR!
Wish the important people in your life a Happy New Year by sending them one of these greeting cards.
You are Amazing: Can You Allow Yourself to Believe This?
Make someone realize that they are great and that they never stop being so, today.
Relationship Corner: How to Bring Down Our Emotional Wall
This article will help you understand how harmful emotional walls are and how they can be brought down.
This Dance Performance Deserves a Standing Ovation
This 80-year-old ballet dancer showed the world that it is possible to inspire and amaze the audience with a grand performance at any age.
10 Truths You Need to Internalize in Order to Grow...
By understanding the following ten truths, we can navigate the obstacles ahead and stay on the right path.
This Beautiful Story Made Me Think About My Life...
This beautiful story takes a simple coffee drink and creates a lesson for us all.
This is How You Read a Palm: A Simple Guide
The art of palm reading considered one of the oldest mystical arts in the world. Get to know yourself and others with the help of this simple guide!
This Guide of 40 Tips Will Improve Your Life
There are many ways that you can improve your life. Check out these 40 inspiring tips.
Have You Made Someone Smile Today? You're About To!
Send one of these gorgeous GIF messages to someone dear today.
Confucius Says: You Should Listen to This Ancient Advice!
Confucius is widely considered to be the most important eastern philosopher of all time. Read these 10 invaluable nuggets of wisdom he bequeathed to the world.
What Will You Be Asked in Heaven? Definitely Not This!
What will God ask you, when you pass through those gates? Here are 10 things he will surely not ask.
Did You Know the Origin of These 10 Superstitions?
Discover the interesting reasons behind why you're afraid of walking under ladders, seeing a black cat, breaking a mirror, and many others!
7 Lessons I Learned From Tackling Negative Thinking
Negativity is all around us, but we can choose whether it influences us, or whether we influence it. Learn more here.
12 Steps For Achieving a Relationship to Cherish for Life
If you take these 12 steps, then you'll have a relationship with your partner that you'll cherish forever more.
To a Special Friend! Thank You for Being in My Life
Celebrate friendship by sending a heartfelt greeting to a great friend.
10 Life Lessons We Forgot But Children Still Remember
Children seem to know something that adults have forgotten. Here are 10 life lessons we can all learn from children.
Shocking! Here's What Your Wedding Vows SHOULD Say
Many problems that people experience throughout their married lives stem from the vows they make right at the very beginning. This video explains exactly why.
A Profound Thought About Human Character I'd Like to Share..
What is character? And what is its importance? Here are a few words about character for you to mull over...
Being This Thankful Really Makes Your Life Better
There's no emotion more sublime than thankfulness.
If You Feel Like You Can’t Go On, These Tips Will Help
If things hopeless, and if you feel like you can’t go on, try these simple but effective strategies.
I Hope This Message Turns Your Frown Upside Down
We sincerely hope that this message will make your day that little bit brighter.
Take Part in This Guided Morning Meditation For Beginners
Read this article to learn how to perform a morning meditation session, and find out what you can gain from it. Found this meditation guide interesting? Make sure to share it with your friends, too!
When You Lack Motivation, Listen to Martin Luther King Jr.
The incredible Martin Luther King Jr. speech you might not have heard before.
These Are the Golden Rules of Happiness...
Let these simple lessons serve as a gentle reminder on how to live your life to its fullest potential.
You’ll Savor These Amusing Food Quotes All Day!
A smile and a joke can turn out to be just the spice you have been missing in your kitchen regimen all these years!
These Wise Buddha Quotes Made Me Think...
These inspiring Buddha quotes are great food for thought!
When People Say These 7 Things.... Beware!
If there is a person you suspect is like that, the next time he asks you for something try to notice if he uses one of the following 7 formulations.
Let These Quotes Motivate You and Inspire You to Greatness
Do you need a little lifting up? These motivational quotes will go a long way toward lifting your spirits and allow you to thrive.
This Dog Was Left on a Deserted Island, Until...
this video will break your heart and then mend it as you see this poor dog being rescued.
True Friendship Should Be Cherished Forever...
There are few things more enjoyable, more lasting at times, and more crucial to living a life as it should be lived - as true friendship.