Looking for a Job
There was a young man who didn’t like living at his
father’s house because of the constant "nagging" he received:
"If you’re not using the fan, turn it
off."
"The TV is on in the living room, and no one
is there. Turn it off!"
"Close the door."
"Don’t waste so much water."
The son couldn’t stand his father correcting him
over such "little things."
He endured this until one day, he received an
invitation for a job interview.
"As soon as I get the job, I’ll leave this
city. I won’t have to listen to my father’s complaints anymore," he
thought.
Before leaving for the interview, his father gave
him some advice:
"Answer all the questions confidently. Even if
you don’t know the answer, say it with assurance."
He also gave him more money than he actually needed
for the interview.
When the young man arrived at the interview
location, he noticed there were no security guards at the door. The door was
left open outward, which was likely inconvenient for people passing by. He
closed the door before entering.
Walking through the garden, he saw beautiful
flowers but also noticed the gardener had left the hose running, wasting water.
He moved the hose toward other plants that needed it.
At the reception, there was no one present, but a
sign indicated the interview was on the first floor. He climbed the stairs
slowly.
He noticed a light still on, probably since the
night before. He remembered his father’s words:
"Why are you leaving the room without turning
off the light?"
Although the thought annoyed him, he turned off the
light before continuing.
On the first floor, he found a large hall with many
people waiting for their turn. Seeing so many applicants, he wondered if he
even had a chance of getting the job.
Near the entrance, there was a welcome mat, but it
was placed upside down. Although slightly irritated, he adjusted it properly.
In the front rows, people were sitting close
together, while the back rows were empty, with several fans running
unnecessarily. Once again, he recalled his father’s voice:
"Why are the fans running in an empty
space?"
He turned off the unnecessary fans and sat in one
of the empty chairs.
He noticed many candidates entering the interview
room and leaving quickly through another door, making it impossible to guess
what questions were being asked.
When his turn came, he stood nervously in front of
the interviewer. The interviewer glanced at his documents without much
attention and asked:
"When can you start working?"
The young man, confused, wondered if this was a
trick question or if he was actually being offered the job.
Seeing his hesitation, the interviewer explained:
"We don’t ask questions here because we
believe they don’t effectively evaluate someone’s skills. Instead, we observe behaviours
through a series of tests. We have CCTV cameras monitoring everything. Of all
the candidates today, you were the only one who closed the door, adjusted the
welcome mat, turned off the unnecessary fans and lights, and reused the water
from the hose. That’s why we decided to hire you."
At that moment, the young man recalled all his
father’s teachings. Although he had always complained about his discipline, he
realized it was thanks to that discipline that he got his first job. His
frustration and resentment disappeared. He decided to go home and thank his
father, eager to share the good news.
Everything our parents tell us is for our benefit,
to ensure we have a bright future.
To become a person of value, we must accept corrections and guidance that help us eliminate bad habits. That’s what our parents do when they discipline us and set boundaries.
Our father is our teacher when we are young, a
"villain" during our youth, but a guide for life.
Mothers often visit their children when they grow
older, but fathers don’t always know how to do that.
It’s not worth hurting your parents while they are
alive and regretting it when they’re gone.
Always treat them with love and respect.
Respect for parents is a fundamental value in many cultures and religions. It involves showing love, consideration, and appreciation for the people who raised or supported you. Respecting your parents means recognizing their efforts, sacrifices, and roles in your life and treating them with kindness and gratitude. This respect can be expressed in many ways, including:
Listening to them: Giving your parents your time and attention when they speak, acknowledging their opinions and feelings.
Helping and supporting them: Whether it's providing emotional support or assisting with practical tasks, helping your parents shows that you care.
Being considerate of their needs: Understanding their physical, emotional, or financial needs as they age and offering assistance when needed.
Expressing gratitude: Saying thank you for the sacrifices they’ve made for your well-being, and showing appreciation for the things they’ve done for you.
Being patient and understanding: Parents are not perfect, and respecting them means accepting their flaws and showing patience with them, especially as they age or encounter challenges.
Following their guidance: In many cultures, honoring your parents also means taking their advice or instructions into consideration when making decisions.
