Opportunity Only Knocks for Those Who Are PreparedOpportunity Only Knocks for Those Who Are Prepared

 



Opportunity Only Knocks for Those Who Are Prepared

In 1925, the New York Yankees' starting first baseman, Wally Pipp, had a headache and decided to sit out for a game.

His replacement that day was a rookie named Lou Gehrig.

What happened next would become a legendary moment in baseball history. Lou Gehrig not only seized the opportunity but delivered an extraordinary performance. He would go on to start in 2,130 consecutive games, eventually earning a place in the Baseball Hall of Fame.

Wally Pipp, on the other hand, never reclaimed his position as the Yankees’ starting first baseman. His name later became synonymous with someone who loses their spot due to absence — "You got Pipped."

To Win, You Must First Show Up

If you want to become the best…

If you want to win…

If you want to earn big money, get promoted, or become Employee of the Year…

You must first step into the game.

You have to be on the field, ready to compete.

You must show up on the track, in the arena, on the front lines.

Because if you’re not in the race, you can’t win.

If you’re not present, you can’t prove yourself.

There Are No Flags for Missing Drivers

There are no bonuses, promotions, or rewards for the missing.

No extra commission or reserved parking for the invisible employee.

You must always be ready when opportunity calls.

And when that moment comes, you must deliver beyond expectations.

Not just do the task — but do it better than anyone imagined.

Especially when it’s the unpleasant, tedious, or difficult tasks — the ones no one wants to do — you should be the one who volunteers.

Do it with a smile. Do it with energy.

Be the One Who Rises

Be the person who gets things done.

Don’t hesitate. Don’t do it halfway.

When your chance comes, spring up like a coiled spring.

Be always ready to play.

And one more thing — never forget your game shoes at home.

From the book : "The CEO’s Dinner Table – Where All Principles of Success Are Found"

Author Unknown



Don't take the smallest evil lightly – the wisdom of life in law-watching

 Don't take the smallest evil lightly – the wisdom of life in law-watching

There are mistakes, big and small, in the world. Some ignore the sound of conscience, saying, "This is okay," and others continue to make small mistakes without being aware of their seriousness. However, the Buddhist scriptures, 'beop-gwari', send us a strong message.

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Don't commit a sin, even the smallest evil, but take it lightly, and you will have a great sin if you gather and fill the pot

– in the sight of the law

A small evil is a great sin

This phrase is a moral warning that should be deeply engraved in our daily lives.

Little lies, petty greed, a word of indifference towards others... At first, it may feel fine. But when those little actions are repeated and piled up, one day, we can come back with heavy consequences in our lives like raindrops filling a jar.


Why do we easily pass a small mistake?

• "Everyone does this much."
• "No one knows anyway."
• "It'll be okay this time."


These are rationalization words that exonerate ourselves, but the law says.
Small evil is never small.

It becomes a habit, it becomes a personality, and eventually it becomes fate.

The same goes for goodness
Another part of the law caliber says this.

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Don't ignore no matter how small the line is. Gather like a drop of water and it lights up your life.

Small kindness, trivial consideration, 1 minute of appreciation per day...
As these little good deeds pile up, we build more and more brilliant personalities and warm lives.

5 Little Lines We Can Practice

1. Say thank you once a day
2. Reduce unnecessary speech – silence instead of gossip
3. Smile at the person who makes eye contact while walking down the street
4. Picking up trash when you see it
5. finding the good of others and complimenting them

Even though this behavior seems small, it becomes a powerful seed that changes your life positively.

concluding – today, which drop did you drop?

It's not easy to overcome little evil,

A life that cherishes small good.

That's the right way to live the right life.

Today, look back on what drops you filled your jar with.

And tomorrow, fill it with clearer and nicer drops.

How to control your mind in the Buddhist scriptures 'Watching the Law'



How to control your mind in the Buddhist scriptures 'Watching the Law'

The phrase "Everything comes from the heart. The mind leads everything" emphasizes that the mind is the fundamental cause of life. This phrase emphasizes the importance of the mind, meaning that the state of mind creates and governs life and experiences.

What is a view of the law?

The Dhammapada 句 is a Buddhist scripture compiled by Dharmatrata that contains Buddha's teachings and explains the impact of human behavior and thinking on life. The Dhammapada consists of oral statements about the virtues that a practitioner should have, and teaches people to stay away from violence, affection, and return to Sambo to gain virtue and enlightenment through good deeds.

• Dhamma: It means the teachings of the Buddha, the truth, the justice, the whole phenomenon.

• Pada: It means road, word, and song.

the role of the mind

Every phenomenon you experience comes from the mind, and the mind makes everything. The mind is the root of everything, including feelings, perceptions, good deeds, and evil deeds. If your mind is positive, your life can change peacefully and happily.

a Buddhist view of the importance of the mind

• One 切唯 造: Everything means only that the mind makes it, meaning that the world depends on the mind.

• 萬 唯識: Everything means only food, meaning that every phenomenon in the world appears through the action of the mind.

• You speak and act according to your own free will, but the results depend on your mind. Evil causes evil consequences, and good deeds bring good results.

• When you think of evil things in your heart, so do your words and actions, and suffering follows him like a wheel follows a wheel. On the other hand, when you think of good things in your heart, joy follows him like a shadow.

This phrase goes beyond just Buddhist teachings, and emphasizes the importance of looking back on yourself and managing your state of mind. Maintaining a positive mind, reducing negative thoughts, and raising self-awareness can be ways to live a happy life.