3. The Art of Moving On: A Journey with a Zen Master

A young boy in a village is struggling with negative memories that haunt him and prevent him from moving forward. A friend suggests he visits a Zen master who lives in a nearby Buddhist monastery. The Zen master uses a clay glass filled with water to teach the boy about the dangers of holding onto negative memories. He explains that just like holding the glass for a long time causes pain in the hand, holding onto the past will only bring pain. The Zen master emphasizes the importance of learning from past experiences and moving forward, rather than dwelling on negative memories. The message of this story is one of mindfulness and letting go, reminding us that worry can lead to a funeral pyre.