Wellness Positive

Philosophy and Teachings:

"Master, why am I not appreciated by those around me? Why am I not considered gifted?"

  This is a question that perhaps many ask themselves, in different ways, in the course of their lives...

  The question might not be 'Why am I not appreciated?' - it might be 'Why am I not liked?' or "Why am I not considered beautiful?" Yet, whatever it's form, the question is actually essentially the same - a person asking why they are not appreciated by their fellow beings. In a way, it is a cry of pain. Here, on this page, is a philosophy that provides some answers...

The answers...

  My friend, know that some of the greatest beings that ever lived were not fully appreciated in their lifetimes ..perhaps because they were ahead of their times!!

  We tell you honestly, that being 'considered gifted' is not the aim of human existence. You see, my friend, to live a great life one must do MORE than just be skilled at mathematics or science or at playing the harp.. one must also be able to see the simple beauty in a rainbow or a sunset, or in the song of a bluebird.

If one has the greatest mind on this planet, but cannot see these things, one's life is only half lived, and perhaps not worth living.

  Also, friend, understand that there are many subtle forms of intellect, of 'gifts' - for example, intellect also lies in being able to see the truth behind a man's words. Intellect lies in knowing one's duty, and daring to accomplish it, and in courage and in humility.

  Finally, true intelligence, seeker, is to be able to see this world for what it is - a speck of dust among countless incandescent stars; and even knowing that, to then dare to work towards a great future for this insignificant race on this insignificant world.

"This world is insignificant, so what does it matter what it's people think of you?"

What others think of you is nothing - what truly matters are the thoughts of your very soul.

"What you think of, what you dream of, and what you do with those thoughts and those dreams.. that, my friend, is everything!!"