Put the Glass Down - Today!

Professor began his class by holding up a glass with some water in it.

He held it up for all to see & asked the students,' How much do you think this glass weighs?'

'50gms!' .... '100gms!' .....'125gms' .....the students answered.

'I really don't know unless I weigh it,' said the professor, 'but, my question is: What would happen if I held it up like this for a few minutes?'

'Nothing' the students said.

'Ok what would happen if I held it up like this for an hour?' the professor asked.

'Your arm would begin to ache' said one of the students.

'You're right, now what would happen if I held it for a day?'

'Your arm could go numb, you might have severe muscle stress & paralysis & have to go to hospital for sure!' ventured another student & all the students laughed.

'Very good. But during all this, did the weight of the glass change?' asked the professor.

'No'

'Then what caused the arm ache & the muscle stress?' The students were puzzled.

'Put the glass down!' said one of the students.

'Exactly!' said the professor.' Life's problems are something like this. Hold it for a few minutes in your head & they seem OK. Think of them for a long time & they begin to ache. Hold it even longer & they Begin to paralyse you. You will not be able to do anything. It's important to think of the challenges (problems) in your life, but EVEN MORE IMPORTANT to 'put them down' at the end of every day before You go to sleep. That way, you are not stressed, you wake up every day fresh & strong & can handle any issue, any challenge that comes your way!'

So, as it becomes time for you to sleep today, Remember friend to 'PUT THE GLASS DOWN TODAY! '

Yes because over the years, the weight of the problem does not change BUT YOU DO. If it causes anger, it can manifest into high blood pressure, heart disease or cancer. If it involves feelings of resentment and loss, it manifests as depression or anxiety. Even common old worry robs you of being present in the now and recognising opportunities to move on and grow as a person. People often say they don't know how to let go - detach! Don't keep revisiting the thoughts that activate the negative feelings associated with the burden. Move on to something new and empowering!!