A Story on Responsibility
Sathish Kumar
Enriching students lives through Mechanical Engineering and Design Assistant Professor at SNS College of Engineering
The Farmer and the Seeds: A Story on Responsibility
Once upon a time in a small village, there lived a hardworking farmer named Ravi. He was known for his dedication to the land, always tending to his fields with care and precision. One day, the village chief decided to reward the most responsible person in the village with a special gift. Ravi was chosen, and the chief gave him a handful of rare seeds, saying, "These seeds will grow into trees that bear the sweetest fruit, but they require great care. Nurture them well."
Ravi was excited and planted the seeds in his best field. Every day, he watered them, cleared the weeds, and ensured they got enough sunlight. He watched over the growing plants with patience, knowing that their fruits would come only with time and effort.
One of Ravi's neighbors, Kiran, saw him working tirelessly on his field. "Why do you put so much effort into these tiny plants?" Kiran mocked. "They are just seeds. You don’t even know if they will grow into anything worthwhile."
But Ravi simply smiled and continued his work. He knew that taking responsibility meant being consistent, even when the results were not immediate.
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Years passed, and while others in the village had shifted focus to quick gains and easier tasks, Ravi's seeds had grown into tall, strong trees. One day, the trees began to bear fruit, and the villagers soon learned that the fruit from Ravi's trees was the sweetest they had ever tasted. People came from far and wide to buy his fruit, and soon Ravi’s simple life turned into one of abundance.
Kiran, who had wasted his time, felt regretful. He approached Ravi and asked, "How did you know it would all be worth it? How did you stay so committed?"
Ravi replied, "It’s not about knowing the outcome, Kiran. It’s about taking responsibility for what is entrusted to you. Whether it's seeds, work, or people, they grow when you care for them with dedication and patience."
Moral of the Story: Responsibility requires consistent effort and dedication, even when immediate results are not visible. In the end, those who take responsibility for their actions and commitments are rewarded for their patience and hard work