Summary
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A curious young boy named Cooji seeks answers to life's big questions and decides to visit a wise Zen master living atop the tallest hill in his village. He climbs the hill to the Zen temple to ask the master how to find Zen.
When Cooji asks how to find Zen, the master initially replies, '10 years.' Cooji's determination makes him ask if working harder would reduce the time, to which the master responds, '20 years.' When Cooji pledges to devote himself entirely, the master answers, '30 years,' leaving Cooji confused. The master explains, 'When you have one eye fixed on the goal, you have only one eye on your path.'
Cooji reflects on the master's words and realizes that focusing only on the end result prevents true understanding. He understands the importance of embracing the journey itself, with all its challenges and triumphs, rather than solely the destination.
The story uses the analogy of climbing a tree to reach a fruit. If one stares only at the fruit, they might lose balance and fall. Instead, the focus should be on each step of the climb, feeling the bark, breathing the air, and enjoying the process. This approach ensures progress and balance.
The video concludes by applying the anology to life: focusing too much on the final reward may cause one to miss out on the journey. It encourages listeners to enjoy the process, learn from it, and celebrate every step forward, because the true reward often lies in the effort itself.