The frog at the bottom of the well

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Fears-clowns

Annoyances-people calling me by my last name

Accomplishments-school?

Confusions-people

Sorrows-family

Dreams-life by the ocean

Idiosyncrasies-zealous artistry in all things

Risks-going places

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Problems-sleep

For some reason, I find people to be very odd. Some try too hard, while others just stay in the background. I always question a person's thinking process whenever I hear of some action done that raises my attention. Sometimes, it can go from a person of national interest to one that I know personally. For example, there are some people that like to show off in class, or appear to be a genius at something. Personally, I find it annoying how some people do that. Being intelligent doesn't make on more charismatic. You may be respected, but that doesn't mean much these days. I usually try to stay low, and avoid looking conceited. I used to think that intelligence was what lead to success. However, it turns out that is not the case. I can never understand why some people do the things they do. Whenever I get news about a murder, I always think that there must be an alternative to such an action. Or, when people decide to commit suicide, or run away from home. Home should always be the place you feel most comfortable at. While home means different places for everyone, it should always be the place where anyone can look forward to returning to everyday.

Back then, I would always see senses of superiority lurking within most people. However, a certain Asian idiom has made me come to a realization about life.

There is a story about a frog that lies in the bottom of the well. He is content, and views the well as a kingdom, with him ruling it. One day, a turtle comes by and the frog notices him, and boastfully speaks of his well. After being unable to fit inside the well, the turtle brings the frog to enlightenment. He describes the sea to the frog, saying how its vastness can't even be imagined.

Thus, the frog learns of his insignificance and narrow view of the world. The lesson is that the world is much larger than one would perceive it to be. There is always something else out there.

While people may live life to their own choices, there should always be limits to certain actions. However, perhaps one day everyone will come to understand each other.