Honolulu Myohoji Missionさんのインスタグラム写真 - (Honolulu Myohoji MissionInstagram)「🤲🏻 “Of Heaven and Hell: The Parable of the Long Spoons” Part 2 👉 see our Part 1 on our previous post! The story of the long spoon is found in several cultures including Hinduism, Judaism, Christianity, and Buddhism. Based on the culture, the long spoon may be substituted with a long fork or a set of chopsticks. Although the origins of the story is unknown, some Americans believe that the story was first told by one of the founding fathers: Benjamin Franklin. This notable story teaches us that the key to happiness, along with having a true sense of contentment, goes back our selfless actions. The acknowledged story helps us understand our current challenges in a different light. Throughout my life coaching practice, I have heard clients complain about a difficult situation. Similar to the spirits in Heaven and Hell, they are metaphorically tied to both the spoon and the chair. Instead of being discouraged, we must examine other options to overcome the presented obstacle. Similar to the spirits in Hell, we often yearn to fulfill our wants and needs. Given a difficult situation, I often ask my clients what would be a different way of looking at their current predicament. If we are not satisfied with our current method, what are other ways of expanding our options? In order to overcome our given problems, we must think outside the box. Instead of seeking to fulfill our own needs, perhaps we can work to fulfill the needs of others. Perhaps if we start giving to others, what we receive in return, may be far more beautiful. This post corresponds with our January 17,2020 post. Please take a look at it, too 😇 —- During this time, Myohoji Temple is utilizing an online platform to better reach you. Questions and concerns may be submitted anonymously, or you can use the link to email: info@honolulumyohoji.org. Dr Yukari to set up a private consultation time. This service is free of charge for the first two sessions and strictly confidential. —- * * * * #ハワイ #ハワイ好きな人と繋がりたい #ハワイだいすき #ハワイ好き #ハワイに恋して #ハワイ大好き #ハワイ生活 #ハワイ行きたい #ハワイ暮らし #オアフ島 #ホノルル妙法寺 #思い出　#honolulumyohoji #honolulumyohojimission #御朱印女子 #開運 #穴場 #パワースポット #hawaii」1月20日 3時51分