This archive report was first published on 18 November 2019.
On a fateful day in November 2019, a young man's journey in the deserts of the Middle East would change his perspective on life forever.
Lost in the scorching desert, with no food or water in sight, the young man's situation seemed hopeless. Yet, as he dragged himself towards what he thought was a mirage, he stumbled upon a real lake.
However, instead of drinking the entire lake, a wise passerby on a camel advised him to take one sip at a time. The young man's thirst was to conquer the lake, but what he needed right then was just a few drops of water.
As we reflect on this story, we are reminded that life is not about trying to do everything at once. Instead, we should focus on one big priority and take it one step at a time.
By adopting the three-point principle – start wherever you are, use whatever you have, and do whatever you can – we can overcome even the most daunting challenges.
So, the next time life throws a challenge your way, remember the young man's story and take it one sip at a time.
