You'd Better Focus!

An old parable tells the story of a student of spirituality who wanted to become a teacher. After studying for many years, he thought of leaving his school because he believed he was ready to teach. So he asked his mentor's opinion. The mentor’s only comment was, "Where did you leave your umbrella? On the right side of the door or on the left side?" The student, realizing that he had not practiced constant attention, decided to stay and study a few more years. Are you thinking that it does not really matter what side of the door you leave your umbrella, as long as the umbrella is still there? Well, this is debatable. You might also believe that you will find your car later, when the car park has filled up and you are lost in the crowd. You might also be convinced that no-one will ever resent or get fed up with you when they realize that you are usually inattentive and show carelessness towards their words, requests or needs. If you believe you are untouchable and that you can get away with it forever, you are wrong. Would you like to try?