Which Wolf Do You Feed?



An old Cherokee told his grandson, 
"My son, there is a battle between two wolves inside us all.  
One is fear.  It is anger, jealousy, greed, resentment, inferiority, lies and ego.  
The other is love.  It is joy, peace, hope, humility, kindness, empathy and truth."

The boy thought it over for while, and finally asked, "Grandfather, which wolf wins?"

 The old man quietly replied,
              "The one you feed."                    
                                  

 As we head into 2015, I am wishing you all the blessings of the New Year and the wisdom to choose which wolf to feed. 
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  1. donna bakerDecember 29, 2014 at 2:03 PM

    Wonderful post Amanda. Unfortunately, I feed them both, but will ponder this in the new year.

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    1. Amanda SummerDecember 31, 2014 at 11:50 AM

      Thanks Donna. I've been reading more about mindfulness and feel this quote exemplifies the power of choice.

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  2. MichelleDecember 29, 2014 at 4:23 PM

    Like Donna's comment, I know I feed them both. However, the older I get the more aware I am of being grateful. Thus, feeding the right one...

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    1. Amanda SummerDecember 31, 2014 at 11:52 AM

      Yes, the power of gratitude - thanks for sharing that important point.

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  3. Rosaria WilliamsDecember 29, 2014 at 6:45 PM

    Brilliant!
    Such a wonderful way to explain the power of intention.

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    1. Amanda SummerDecember 31, 2014 at 11:52 AM

      I love it too, Rosaria. After I read the quote last year I knew I had to incorporate it into a post. New Year's seemed appropriate.

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  4. The Solitary WalkerDecember 30, 2014 at 1:55 AM

    Very wise.

    The top pic is a bit like my new blog header!

    Thanks for all your interesting and empathic comments on my blog this year, Amanda, and all the best for 2015.

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    1. Amanda SummerDecember 31, 2014 at 11:55 AM

      I look forward to seeing your new header - the choice of paths does resonate with your marvelous blog.

      Thanks for your kind comment - wishing you all the best for a joyous and peaceful 2015 with many new trails to discover.

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  5. MimDecember 30, 2014 at 4:28 AM

    I try to feed the right one but the other nasty one is so greedy! well, the point is to know isn't it? Been catching up with your posts, love the cell phone and library - brilliant! Happy New Year Amanda

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    1. Amanda SummerDecember 31, 2014 at 11:56 AM

      Greedy indeed - wolves are a ravenous lot!

      Wishing you all the best for a joyous and creative 2015 dear Mim! xoxo

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  6. OlaDecember 30, 2014 at 6:39 AM

    very true! I will try to remember this in 2015!
    Happy New Year, Amanda!

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    1. Amanda SummerDecember 31, 2014 at 11:57 AM

      And to you dear Ola - wishing you and your precious family all the best in 2015! xoxo

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  7. BarbDecember 30, 2014 at 8:31 AM

    Yes, a timely reminder. Happy New Year, Amanda,

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  8. glnrozDecember 30, 2014 at 8:35 AM

    why cant such ancient logic be more widely practiced..hoping a great year to you...thanks, glenn

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    1. Amanda SummerDecember 31, 2014 at 12:02 PM

      I don't know why, Glenn - maybe our ears should be bigger than our mouths!!!
      Wishing you all the best for a wonderful 2015 xoxo

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  9. LoreeDecember 30, 2014 at 9:21 AM

    I think we're all guilty of feeding the bad wolf at some point or other. But wisdom comes with the passage of time. Have a wonderful 2015 Amanda.

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    1. Amanda SummerDecember 31, 2014 at 12:03 PM

      So true, Loree. I like that statement about wisdom - as I see more grey hairs I'm hoping wisdom may come with them!

      Wishing you and your family all the best in the year ahead my friend xoxo

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  10. kjDecember 30, 2014 at 7:54 PM

    with immodesty i'm all about love and kindness these days. they have been gifted to me.

    happy happy new year, my friend xo
    love
    kj

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    1. Amanda SummerDecember 31, 2014 at 12:06 PM

      They have been gifted to you indeed, dear KJ - and I know you feel your precious mom was one of those who gifted you the most. Thinking of her and you, and wishing you peace and much love in the New Year.

      xoxo
      Amanda

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  11. Sarah LaurenceDecember 31, 2014 at 4:52 PM

    A good parable. Happy new year, Amanda!

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  12. TomJanuary 1, 2015 at 9:20 AM

    Rawr. Happy New Year!

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