Renowned as a wise man who was filled with a zest for life and for life's adventures, the sage had one odd habit that provoked curiosity among the people. He always rode his mule backwards. Frequently people asked him about this habit. He would respond, "In life, it makes no difference where one is going. The destination is unimportant. It is only what one does along the way that counts." Then they would ask, "So how should we respond to life?" He replied, "Do not become swollen with pride or triumph or despondent over defeat. Good fortune or bad fortune is unimportant. The vicissitudes of life are but the means to shape your character. If you suffer adversity and react in the proper way, in the long run you will be benefited as fully as though you had good fortune."


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