In continuation of my previous posts:
There was a man taking a morning walk at the beach. He saw that along with the morning tide came hundreds of starfish, and when the tide receded, they were left behind. With the morning sun rays, they would die. The tide was fresh, and the starfish were alive. The man took a few steps, picked one, and threw it into the water. He did that repeatedly. Right behind him, there was another person who couldn't understand what this man was doing. He caught up with him and asked, "What are you doing? There are hundreds of starfish. How many can you help? What difference does it make?" This man did not reply, took two more steps, picked up another one, threw it into the water, and said, "It makes a difference to this one."
What difference are we making? Big or small, it does not matter. If everyone made a small difference, we'd end up with a big difference, wouldn't we?
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32There was a man taking a morning walk at the beach. He saw that along with the morning tide came hundreds of starfish, and when the tide receded, they were left behind. With the morning sun rays, they would die. The tide was fresh, and the starfish were alive. The man took a few steps, picked one, and threw it into the water. He did that repeatedly. Right behind him, there was another person who couldn't understand what this man was doing. He caught up with him and asked, "What are you doing? There are hundreds of starfish. How many can you help? What difference does it make?" This man did not reply, took two more steps, picked up another one, threw it into the water, and said, "It makes a difference to this one."
What difference are we making? Big or small, it does not matter. If everyone made a small difference, we'd end up with a big difference, wouldn't we?
From Japan
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Well Said We have also read that one drop of water can help in making sea and also in destroing it........
From India, Indore
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From India, Indore
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Very True!!!!!! If everyone will contribute like this, it will create a great difference for many lives. One has to initiate from somewhere. Regards Monika
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it’s very true that small thing can make a big difference.each rupee count when you are looking for a big amount.so start making changes in yourself and in others as well.
From India, Chandigarh
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From India, Chandigarh
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yes, we all must commit ourself to make a difference we can. Lets not count other does or not, do ownself what he/she can.
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Yes, absolutely right. If each one of us starts thinking this way, it will ultimately make a huge difference to the world, and it will become an even more beautiful place to live in. Good luck to all my friends who think similarly.
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Supreet Marwaha
Assistant Professor
IMS-Bhaddal
From India, Moga
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Regards,
Supreet Marwaha
Assistant Professor
IMS-Bhaddal
From India, Moga
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There was a man taking a morning walk at the beach. He saw that along with the morning tide came hundreds of starfish, and when the tide receded, they were left behind. With the morning sun rays, they would die. The tide was fresh, and the starfish were alive. The man took a few steps, picked one, and threw it into the water. He did that repeatedly. Right behind him, there was another person who couldn't understand what this man was doing. He caught up with him and asked, "What are you doing? There are hundreds of starfish. How many can you help? What difference does it make?" This man did not reply, took two more steps, picked up another one, threw it into the water, and said, "It makes a difference to this one."
What difference are we making? Big or small, it does not matter. If everyone made a small difference, we'd end up with a big difference, wouldn't we?
From India, Bangalore
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What difference are we making? Big or small, it does not matter. If everyone made a small difference, we'd end up with a big difference, wouldn't we?
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Everyone can contribute his/her squirrel’s share for any renaissance to be brought about.A little thought & little time is what is required for a noble cause. Thanks for sharing a nice story!!!
From India, Pune
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From India, Pune
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This message can be a watch word for atleast the HR people who are catalytic agent in an organisation.
From India, Delhi
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Good one, Pawan Ji. Many people start criticizing without trying or taking initiative. It doesn't matter if it makes a small or big difference—just try and keep trying to make a small difference. Who knows, someone may get inspiration from it, or someone may join you or initiate a great change. Stay positive, stay cool, keep trying.
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I\'m greatly impressed by your story. It\'s a challenge to mankind. If only all of us decide to do just a little good, our world will be a better place.
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Here is an interesting presentation where small things have a great impact. Please go through it and circulate it within your organizations to make a greater impact in reducing deforestation, which is the need of the hour for all of us.
Regards.
From India, Hyderabad
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Regards.
From India, Hyderabad
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The story once again reminds us that we need not do great things or good to many people, but if we can do good things even to one person honestly, it goes a long way. Mr. Mohammed Samir has aptly quoted Neil Armstrong's words when he first landed on the Moon. Though many of us know this story, your posting keeps reminding us of this fundamental principle to do good in our way, at least to a few people, trying to bring a smile to their life and wiping off their tears to lead a good and meaningful life.
These types of reinforcement are necessary for us in life. Many thanks for the posting.
Regards,
M.J. SUBRAMANYAM, BANGALORE
From India, Bangalore
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These types of reinforcement are necessary for us in life. Many thanks for the posting.
Regards,
M.J. SUBRAMANYAM, BANGALORE
From India, Bangalore
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