THE POWER OF TRUST

A rose is one of nature’s most beautiful creations. It spreads fragrance, displays beauty, and brings joy to those who see it. Yet it asks for no applause. It does not demand appreciation. Nor does it complain when people pass by without noticing it. It blooms simply because blooming is its nature. This simple fact contains a profound lesson for human life. A remarkable incident from the life of J. Krishnamurti illustrates this truth. For many decades, he travelled across India and various Western countries, speaking about selfunderstanding and inner transformation. Large audiences attended his talks, and many people returned again and again to listen to him. Yet he observed that genuine and lasting change among listeners often seemed rare. On one occasion in Madras (now Chennai), after addressing a large gathering, he remarked, “You will all go back and continue doing what you were doing.” One listener was disturbed by this statement. He stood up and asked, “If people do not change, why do you keep speaking to us?” Krishnamurti did not react emotionally. He did not argue or become defensive. Instead, he replied with a simple question: “Sir, have you ever asked a rose why it blooms?” The audience fell silent. The answer contained a wisdom that went far beyond the immediate discussion. A rose does not bloom because people admire it. Nor does it stop blooming because people ignore it. Fragrance and beauty are part of its nature. The same principle applies to human character. A person of wisdom does not make goodness dependent on people’s responses. He continues to share truth, kindness, and sincere advice, whether others appreciate it or not. His motivation comes from within, not from public approval. To react is easy. To remain positive and continue one’s mission despite indifference is a higher form of character. Like the rose, a truly mature person continues to spread goodness because goodness has become part of his nature.  THE ROSE’S SECRET Giving Without Expectation