A washerman was carrying bags of salt on his donkey’s back. The donkey, trying to ease its burden, made a lot of noise. As they crossed a stream, the animal deliberately fell into the water, and much of the salt dissolved, making the load lighter.
Realising this, the washerman decided to teach the donkey a lesson. The next time, he loaded it with cotton instead of salt. When the donkey tried the same trick of falling into the stream, it was surprised to find the load much heavier as the cotton absorbed the water.
When a child falls and finds no one around, they get up and move on. But if someone is present, the child starts crying for attention. This is called a racket.
As we grow up, we continue playing manipulative games. We show anger to avoid getting hurt, cry to win sympathy, or use attractiveness to gain attention, only to reject it and feel powerful. However, we must be aware that these games ultimately don't serve us.
How can you avoid these mental patterns of creating rackets? You should be clear about the goal of your life. Are you committed to transformation or merely seeking ego gains? If your life stands for transformation, then when your cunning mind plays tricks, refuse to participate. Distance yourself from these games by not engaging with them.
Mentally say “No” and cultivate the joy of being honest. Life is a choice between pursuing personal agendas and ego games or embracing transformation. Choosing transformation frees you from the hidden agendas of .