The Mirror of Reflection: Seeing Clearly Before Deciding
The Mirror of Reflection: Seeing Clearly Before Deciding
Once upon a time, in a sunny village nestled between the shades of lilac mountains and emerald fields, lived an affectionate yet puzzled silversmith, William. A man of average stature yet striking countenance, with intelligent eyes reflecting stories untold, his salt-and-pepper beard giving him a rustic charm. Abrasive to none, he was respected for his wisdom and admired for his decision-making abilities.
Not far away, concealed in the labyrinth of cobblestone streets, stood a glimmering mirror shop. Its owner, an old, crooked spinster named Amara, was a mysterious woman. Beneath her bushy eyebrows and ourtrageous dark cloak, she possessed an enigmatic cosmic wisdom, undeciphered by the villagers.
One day, William approached Amara’s shop, gazing at the reflections in the deep-set eyes of the mirrors. Though he found himself pondering over a uniquely intriguing mirror, enveloped by a sinewy frame of shimmering silver. This mirror, unlike its counterparts, had a mystical aura.
“What makes this mirror unique, Amara?” inquired William, his curiosity piqued.
“This, dear William,” she leaned in, “is the Mirror of Reflection. It does not merely reflect your image but your thoughts and every decision-making crossroad you may face,” replied Amara.
Intrigued, William bought the mirror without a second thought. Back at his home, as he gazed into the mirror, his eyes began to peer into the myriad of thoughts, weaving an enigmatic tapestry of choices and consequences within its silver canvas.
The mirror started glistening with a wisdom that merged with William’s realities. It presented distinct paths stemming from his critical decisions, allowing him to gaze upon both their far-reaching implications.
Days passed, bearing witness to an unusual transformation in William. He started making decisions that were not just wise but profoundly insightful, having envisaged their precise outcomes in the Mirror of Reflection.
His reputation burgeoned, capturing the curiosity of the villagers. People started approaching him for guidance. His profound wisdom seemed to add a mesmerizing luminescence to the village’s aura.
However, the enhanced reverence also attracted jealousy. Benjamin, the town’s blacksmith, envious of the ongoing admiration for William, decided to steal the mirror. He believed that being in possession of the mystical object would bestow him with the saem wisdom William now possessed.
Benjamin successfully managed to steal the mirror. As he looked into it, expecting to see the path to wisdom, he was met with only the reflection of unwise and hostile intentions; only endless disruptive consequences that his actions would bring.
The daunting reflections stirred a storm of regret inside Benjamin. He couldn’t bear the torments of the mirror, and in desperation; he returned it to William, confessing his envy-driven deed.
“Benjamin,” William started calmly, looking at him with kindness in his eyes. “The mirror never held the power. It merely reflects your conscious choices, hazards, and rewards associated with them. The wisdom was within me all the long, honed by the mirror.”
Listening to William, Benjamin’s eyes widened in surprise. Realizing his mistake, he apologized, and William forgave him, restoring the peace, bond, and harmony among them.
From then on, Benjamin set off on his path to wisdom, guided not by envy but inspired by his understanding that true wisdom lies not in mirrors but within one’s self.
Moral of the fable “The Mirror of Reflection: Seeing Clearly Before Deciding”
In life, we may come across several mirrors of reflection like William’s. They might offer us the chance to see potential outcomes of our choices. What’s vital to remember is that the power to make decisions and accumulate wisdom resides within us. Wisdom is a faculty that emerges from introspection and thoughtful decision-making. The mirrors only become useful when we are perceptive of our thoughts and clear about our intentions. So, next time before you decide, look closely at your mirror of reflection and make a choice that amplifies wisdom and fosters growth.
