The Bell Rings And I Notice It
Andreas
Vienna, Austria
Vienna, Austria
The bell rings and I notice it.
Three deep breaths and I'm in.
But today an old memory brings me back. I was 16 years old and perceived almost all older people as frustrated and grumpy. My grandmother was a big exception, because she was loving and kind, even though she had experienced terrible things in the Second World War and had lost her husband.
That was the moment when I wholeheartedly resolved to become kind and wise in my old age, but I thought that would be too easy, because a few years later I was a well-paid manager and my ego left no room for doubt for a long time.
Through a very sad event I was reminded of the heartfelt desire of my youth and today I perceive an irresistible force within me that strives for self-knowledge in kindness and love.
The bell rang and I noticed it.
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