LESSON: Don't Manipulate things. Be simple and straight forward. Notice and enjoy the peace it brings.

        An open dance camp was announced in the month of April. A boy who was really loved dance got to  know about this. However, his parents had already planned a vacation which overlapped with the programme. Now the boy really wanted to attend the camp so he tried to get around the bush and told his parents that he had some study works so he'll have to cancel the camp. Also he said that he no longer wanted the vacation as he did not like the destination. After much mental turmoil he made similar arguments. Some lies and some though true were said with an ulterior motive. All this thinking that his parents won't approve him attending the camp.

      Now hearing the dilemma of their son they cancelled their vacation. Later they heard that there was an open dance camp too. They readily agreed for the same and also joined it with their son.
They all had a great time. "Such a wonderful vacation!!" they all proclaimed in unison....

Many such incidents happen to us in our lives. We want to do something but proceed to accomplish by manipulation and hiding the real truth. Sometimes fearing disapproval and sometimes fearing embarrassment. We feel that others might not understand us and might discourage us. So, we say all lies and make up unrelated arguments. We even get arrogant just keep our guards on just in case we face any disapproval.

But, is the mental turmoil worth it?
In many if not all cases we get the needed approval and support if our intentions are pure & not harming.

If we are just more straight forward and true about our intentions then all would have be much joyful.
Lets not think what others might think or not and then not say or act to tailor our 'might be' fantasies.
Truth is the essence of life and frankness in words its beginning. Notice the peace it brings!