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The Wise Man's Lesson

There was a wise man who listened to people's problems every day. They came to him with the same complaints. He decided to teach them a valuable lesson. Do you know what he did?

Introduction to the character of the wise man and the recurring problem. Setting is a village.

The wise man told the villagers a funny joke. They laughed heartily and the village echoed with joy. It was a beautiful sight. The wise man saw how laughter could unite everyone.

The moment when the wise man tells the villagers a joke and they all laugh. Illustrates the impact of joy and laughter.

As time passed, he repeated the same joke to them. This time, only a few smiled. The wise man repeated the joke for a third time, but this time, no one laughed. He then shared a profound thought with the villagers.

The wise man repeats the joke, but the laughter decreases each time. He shares his realization about the importance of not dwelling on problems.

The wise man smiled at the villagers and said, 'You can't laugh at the same joke over and over. So why are you always crying about the same problem? Worrying won't solve your problems, it'll just waste your time and energy.' The villagers listened intently, realizing the wisdom in his words.

The wise man's insightful message to the villagers, teaching them not to dwell on their problems but to seek solutions instead.

Reflection Questions

  • How did the villagers react when the wise man first told the joke?
  • What was the wise man's message to the villagers at the end?
  • How did the villagers feel after hearing the wise man's lesson?

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