The Big Leap

Two frogs fell into a deep pit, and though they tried very hard they could not hop out. Their comrades peered down from the top and croaked in sympathy. “We feel for you,” they shouted, “ but there’s no way you can get out from there!” On hearing this, one of the frogs lost heart, and died of fear. The other frog was deaf. He thought his comrades were shouting encouragement. Emboldened by their faith in him, he gathered up all his reserves of energy in one great jump that landed him out of the pit. Moral: Be careful of what you say. Speak life to those who cross your path. Anyone can speak words that tend to rob another of the spirit to continue in difficult times. Special is the individual who will take the time to encourage another. Reflection:  Words are such powerful weapons. They can kill a person's heart and soul. But good words can be great allies. It gives motivation and it helps us fight for what we want. Just like in the story, we need to encourage a person with words to make him or her feel that she still has importance. Let's use our freedom in speaking in a good way. I've also realized that this fable tells us to make those mean words from other people be our better motivation to what we want to do. Instead of sulking in a corner and give up because of those people's comments, show them that you are not worthy to be pulled down.