The Farmer's Parable

The farmer's parable illustrates the concept of how our perspectives shape our experiences. When the farmer finds a wild horse, the neighbors view it as good luck, while the farmer remains indifferent, recognizing that it's not inherently good or bad. When the son breaks his leg while trying to tame the horse, the neighbors see it as bad luck, but the farmer remains unperturbed. Eventually, the son's broken leg prevents him from being drafted into a war and leads him to meet a future spouse, which the neighbors view as good luck. This parable serves as a reminder that events themselves don't change; it's our perception and interpretation that determine whether we see them as good luck or bad luck.