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The Stairs of Life

March 2, 2010 | 90 Comments

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There was once a couple who lived in a 80th story apartment. One day, they went for a jungle trekking. When they reached home, they found out that the lift is not working due to some technical problems.

With a huge bag on each of their back and sweating all over, they wanted to get home and take a shower. The wife told her husband, “Looks like we got to take the staircase rather than just wait here.”

Her husband agreed and they both take the staircase.

At the 20th floor, the husband said, “It’s quite tiring carrying the heavy bag with us. Why not we leave it here and retrieve it back later when the lift is working. We have no valuable stuffs here, anyway.”

“That’s a very smart idea, honey”, said the wife and they both left their bags at a corner of the staircase. They felt much better and continue to move on. They even chat and joke around along the way.

At the 40th floor, they began to feel exhausted and that’s only halfway to where their house is. The couple started to complain and blaming each other, things like, “Why don’t you aware of the blackout notice?”

They scolded and quarreled with each other until they reached the 60th floor. They were extremely exhausted and tired by now. They don’t even have the energy to quarrel now. Then the husband said, “let us stop quarreling and finish the last 20 floors quietly.”

And they did. After all the hard work, they finally reached home, right in front of the door.

“Quickly open the door, honey”, said the wife.

“But … but, I thought the keys are with you”, replied the husband.

The fact is, they left their keys in their bag at the 20th floor.

OUCH!

Some people say, this story reflects our lives. Since we were born till we’re in our 20s, we’re living in the care, control and protection of our parents and teachers, just like the bags.

After that, let go that ‘bag’ and live out next 20 years happily without much worries.

Then, we begin to complain about our lives, job, company and government.

When we’re in our 60s, we find out that we don’t have much time left. So we stop complaining and blaming and decide to live in a peaceful and meaningful life.

At the age of 80, when we look back, we realize that our dreams and the life that we desire still stopped at the 20th floor.

I would not be like this couple. I’ll make all my dreams come true and live life to the fullest. What about you?

Everybody knows how to dream but only few understand the formula to make it come true. It’s a specific formula and if you follow the formula to the letter, your dreams will definitely come true.

Here’s where you can learn to claim your happiness and materialize your dream before it’s too late.

All the best to you.

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    90 Comments so far

    1. lance nelson on March 2, 2010 5:36 pm

      Hi Raymond,

      So right and so concisely expressed. i can relate to this. I had to leave the 9-5 and start living. will never regret it. Now living the dream. Thank you for such a brilliant article.

    2. Robb Sutton on March 2, 2010 5:45 pm

      I really like that story. Reminds us to watch the details and decisions of today to have the correct plans laid out in the future.

      And 10 bucks says she makes the husband go get the keys…

    3. Beat Schindler on March 2, 2010 6:25 pm

      Love the story, to the point of even clicking on the link. [no, didn't order, already have Bob Proctor's stuff]. Very well done blog – concise, focused, pleasant. Congrats!
      Beat

    4. Michelle Vandepas on March 2, 2010 6:28 pm

      Oh geez, I hope I’m not regretful in my 80′s. It is a cute story, but I hope that most people live life to the fullest and at the very least, aren’t regretful about leaving behind dreams. I’m in my 50′s going for new dreams all the time. Thanks Raymond

    5. Corinne Edwards on March 2, 2010 7:15 pm

      Hi Raymond -

      Liked your story but there is an one thing that I, and many of my friends have discovered.

      Those kids at 20 (or maybe 22 graduated from college) take a lot of training to realize “the bank is now closed.”

      They somehow get a job and still expect the that the dentist bills and the credit cards are paid on time by their parents.

      They think the 20th floor will last forever.

      Obviously, you were able to transit the adjustment better than most American kids. Perhaps because you were brought up in a different culture.

      But the obvious point of your story is not to wait for anything – to make the best of what is now. Go for the golden ring on the merry go round. Every day of your life.

      My point is do not live on the 80th floor. But, then I am afraid of heights.

    6. Eat Smart Age Smart on March 2, 2010 8:49 pm

      Wow – what a story. This reflects quite well the story of many people’s lives.

      This is a good remember to not put/leave our dreams on the back burner.

      Thanks for the inspiration!

      Krizia

    7. cheryl from thatgirlisfunny on March 2, 2010 9:05 pm

      Hi Raymond,
      That is really how it works, isn’t it? We have to travel the path we’re given and learn our lessons along the way. Here’s to making our dreams come true. No giving up! Even if you have to retrace your steps sometimes.

    8. Debbie on March 2, 2010 9:08 pm

      Hi Raymond,

      That has so much truth in it. Guess maybe that is why I have decided to have some fun and start my business of happiness.

      Great way of putting life and they way people really do think.

      Thanks
      Debbie

    9. David Rogers on March 2, 2010 9:17 pm

      Raymond
      I’ve read your post a few times and its still left me wondering if this is how many lives pan out. Many don’t really have strong dreams in the first place, tending to drift into occupations and lifestyles. As we get older we start to think “is that it” and in some cases try to make more of what we have or do things randomly to try and find fulfilment.
      Finding our what we want, what we are good at, what we are here for ~ sometimes we never ask those questions, let alone answer them.
      David

    10. Keller Hawthorne on March 2, 2010 9:59 pm

      Very nice analogy Raymond! I had never heard that story before.

      The closer I get to thirty, the more scared I get. I start to hassle myself about my goals and dreams – as if they can only be accomplished now.

      I hope I can remember this story as I grow older and realize it’s never too late to go after what you want!

    11. Jan - queenofkaos on March 2, 2010 10:25 pm

      Hi Raymond, thanks for that interesting story and analogy. What a depressing thought to think that our later years would be spent complaining and realizing that life has passed us by.

      I admit to some down time when I first realized that my younger days were gone and still do find myself thinking about them, mostly the days when my kids were young, and thinking about things that I should have or could have done differently but I am also finding these years to be very freeing as I go into my next stage.

      I think that being mindful and appreciative of the things and people in our lives are the keys to a happy life at any age.

    12. Tyrone on March 3, 2010 2:56 am

      Hi Raymond,

      This story have reminded me of the sweet and challenging past to live and let go. Now that I’ve already let go of 20 years of age, I can still say that I’m about to start the real life wherein even much challenge is about to come and I’ll have to face it through what I’ve learned from that 20 years under my family’s nourishment.

      Well, it felt good that the more I mature, the more I can say I’ve learned a lot from life I’m living now.

      Thanks for the story. I’m more inspired to face the day today! :)

    13. Bruce "the Mid-Life Mentor" on March 3, 2010 11:31 am

      I agree with your interpretation of the story, most people get caught up in the journey and forget themselves. Too often we journey in the wrong direction; like the story of people in the jungle, making our way and doing well cutting our way through, then discover we are going in the wrong direction but since we are making such good progress we continue. We did not want to be where we end up, but we got very good and getting ourselves there.

    14. Lisa on March 3, 2010 11:54 am

      Hi Raymond:

      Thanks for the excellent post! I am climbing the floors in the 40s now. :o ) It’s always good to be reminded that life really is good, and we should enjoy and treasure each day. Once the day is gone — we can’t get it back, so we should never waste one!

      Lisa

    15. raymond on March 3, 2010 3:54 pm

      Hi Lance,

      What can be better than living in your dream? Congratulations to you!

    16. raymond on March 3, 2010 3:55 pm

      Hi Robb,

      That’s right. Our decision creates our destiny.

    17. raymond on March 3, 2010 3:56 pm

      Hi Beat,
      Bob’s stuffs are great. I really love them all. :)

    18. raymond on March 3, 2010 3:58 pm

      Hi Michelle,

      My pleasure. Good to see that you enjoy the story as much as I do. Me too, want to live my life to the fullest.

    19. raymond on March 3, 2010 4:02 pm

      Hi Corrine,

      Thanks for pointing that out.

      I agree with you that Asian and American Kids are brought up differently in different culture.

      I certainly hope that I’m on the right ring of the merry go round. :)

    20. raymond on March 3, 2010 4:03 pm

      Hi Krizia,

      You’re right. No one can turn back the time (as far as I know)

    21. raymond on March 3, 2010 4:05 pm

      Hi Cheryl,

      My answer is yes.

      Mistakes and lessons are there to make us stronger, not weaker.

      Learn the lessons and move on with higher speed and momentum.

    22. raymond on March 3, 2010 4:07 pm

      Hi Debbie,

      What kind of business are you in?

      Business of happiness. It sounds very interesting to me.

    23. raymond on March 3, 2010 4:08 pm

      Hi David,

      You make a very good point.

      Most people don’t have a dream.

      That’s sad, but true.

    24. raymond on March 3, 2010 4:10 pm

      Hi Keller,

      You’re still young, my friend. It’s good to realize it sooner than later.

      I really hope that we all can remember this analogy as we climb the stairways of our lives.

    25. raymond on March 3, 2010 4:13 pm

      Hi Jan,

      I have those depressing thoughts too. I always complain that I don’t have a childhood I deserved as I spend it all studying like a nerd and seldom taste the joy and fun hanging out with friends.

      So, what I do to overcome this is to feel grateful and recreate the life I missed. I’m happy now. There’s a child in everyone of us and we just have to let it out. :)

    26. raymond on March 3, 2010 4:15 pm

      Hi Tyrone,

      Thank you for sharing. I’m glad that you’re inspired.

    27. raymond on March 3, 2010 4:16 pm

      Hi Bruce,

      That’s a great analogy. I love that.
      Thank you.

    28. raymond on March 3, 2010 4:18 pm

      Hi Lisa,

      Time is unlike the path that we took by our car everyday. We can make a U-Turn when we drive in the wrong direction but we can’t turn back the time that has passed. Cherish every moment. That’s what I always say to myself.

    29. Joel on March 3, 2010 4:26 pm

      Hi Raymond,
      I commented yesterday but I wasn’t sure it sent the message, and I’m guessing it didn’t now so forgive me if this is a duplicate comment.
      It’s a good story and one that holds up well. I do know a few 60 year olds who are still in the complaining phase though. I plan on being a jolly old man and not a grumpy old man though there are days when I think I’ve aged prematurely to the grumpy stage!

    30. raymond on March 3, 2010 4:36 pm

      Hi Joel,

      I’m sorry that I don’t see your comment here. I appreciate your persistency.

      You’re now in the top 1% which separates you from the losers who only know how to complain. Congratulations!
      This is something worth celebrate. : )

    31. andrew @ Blogging Guide on March 3, 2010 5:24 pm

      A perfect story – could be used in many types of presentations.

      I did complain about my job and decided to do something about it – leave and work for myself!

      Now I do a lot less complaining.

      Andrew

    32. Sherri--Being the Change I Wish to See on March 4, 2010 3:49 am

      Hi Raymond,

      It seems youth isn’t necessarily wasted on the young. You realize you need to live now. I’m up to the 49th floor and happy with my progress.

      I wouldn’t have left my bags. Some people will take anything left unwatched. Thus, I would have had my keys out of concern that my stuff might have been stolen.

      I’m not sure what that means. Is it sad to view humanity so suspiciously, or practical to keep all your stuff?

    33. raymond on March 4, 2010 4:16 am

      Hi Andrew,

      It’s good to work for yourself instead of for others.

      Less complain = better life.

    34. raymond on March 4, 2010 4:18 am

      Hi Sherri,

      Thank you for sharing your perspective. You made a good progress. :)

    35. how to start a blog on March 4, 2010 7:29 am

      What a great analogy… I’ve always said to myself, and to others – you are never too old to do the right thing (reads: You are never too old to get an attitude adjustment)

    36. used tires on March 4, 2010 8:10 am

      Wow, that is very beautifully put and hard hitting at the same time. I’m in my 20s right now and keep wondering whether to start doing everything I always wanted to do or just continue on the path I’m on right now. Hard to decide if the result is worth the effort sometimes too.

      Till then,

      Jean

    37. Amy LeForge on March 4, 2010 5:26 pm

      I don’t like the story. :) Is that bad to say? I don’t want to live my life following that pattern…so I think I won’t. Perhaps I’m just feeling rebellious today, I don’t know.

      I think the part that bugs me is the complaining. Griping about government is just fine – they’re all a bunch of crooks anyway. But I don’t think I should complain about my life. I am incredibly blessed: I have a home and family and my needs are met. I don’t have any right to complain, and I hope I don’t get stuck in that phase of life. Ever.

      Thanks for sharing the story!

    38. Teagan on March 4, 2010 10:55 pm

      Good story. Life passes by all too quickly. It seems all of a sudden there are more years behind than there probably are ahead. We can’t change the past, but we can sure do something about the here and now, which will also hopefully impact the future. You said it well, “Live life to the fullest!”

    39. Jeff Kay on March 6, 2010 7:30 pm

      My mother in law is on floor 64 or thereabouts, and has been bitching the whole way up. Just thought you should know…

    40. raymond on March 6, 2010 11:40 pm

      Jeff,

      (sigh). I can picture that. What about you?

    41. raymond on March 6, 2010 11:41 pm

      Hi Teagan,

      Thank you.

      The time that has passed can not be undone.

    42. raymond on March 6, 2010 11:43 pm

      Hi Amy,

      I don’t think anybody wants to follow the pattern but most people still trapped in it unconsciously. :)

    43. raymond on March 6, 2010 11:49 pm

      Hey Jean,

      Create a great destiny for yourself. You’re still in the early stage and this is an advantage for you. :)

    44. raymond on March 6, 2010 11:50 pm

      Steve,

      You’re right. Making adjustment is not related to age. There’s no wrong age for that.
      Thank you for sharing.

    45. The Niche Think Tank on March 7, 2010 4:33 pm

      I’m working on changing this in my life for myself and my family. I don’t want to wake up one day and realize my life is gone. It’s time to play now, not in 40 years when the life is all sucked out of me.

    46. Cheap purses on March 9, 2010 3:34 pm

      awesome Love the story…

    47. Manhattan on March 9, 2010 9:17 pm

      As someone who lives in a New York City building with one elevator that always breaks, I can relate.

    48. raymond on March 10, 2010 3:58 am

      Thank you, Ricky

    49. myCover on March 10, 2010 12:25 pm

      one of my favorites,i have this book…And it gives me a lot of inspiration!

    50. Jun B. Lumongsod on March 10, 2010 12:55 pm

      well i would obviously spend my life to the very fullest and do all the things i want and make all my dreams and goals come to reality… the story is funny when i read it but when you elaborated the meaning or the lesson it had it made me stop and think that “yeah that is true”

    51. daily poops on March 11, 2010 5:35 am

      Well, I really enjoyed the story and it really reflects on how human interprets life. Certainly that bag is really good example on how we manage to think our life is being controlled by a protective force, and when we let it go, we are on our own.

      That is a nice story mate!

    52. raymond on March 11, 2010 6:19 am

      Thanks, daily poops. :)

    53. halil on March 12, 2010 12:00 pm

      nice sharing thank you

    54. john on March 12, 2010 12:01 pm

      As someone who lives in a New York City building with one elevator that always breaks, I can relate.

    55. Fish on March 14, 2010 11:06 am

      Thank you, it was really intersting to read.

    56. Hobo Bags on March 18, 2010 8:44 am

      Great post!!now i have decided to have some fun and start my business of happiness. your blog gives me a lot of inspiration! thanks

    57. netbook reviews on March 18, 2010 1:18 pm

      The story shows how humans react with the environment. Making adjustment is not related to age.

    58. raymond on March 19, 2010 3:56 am

      You’re welcome, Hobo.

      Thanks for dropping by.

    59. Damian Rojas on March 24, 2010 9:10 am

      it’s a very nice story to look at. a lot of things happen if you’ll let the negative vibration happen. well, i guess staying focus will help you think on which is which to be decided for.

      thanks for that great story it inspire me a lot… hope i could learn a lot from here. :)

    60. Legitimate Work From Home Jobs on March 25, 2010 11:49 pm

      I find it amazing how we can learn from what we have experienced. This story reminds me of my recent life changes, due to my husband’s illness. Stop and smell the roses has a whole new meaning to me.

    61. richard | debt problems on March 30, 2010 4:57 pm

      The problem is most people don’t even know they are going to the 80th floor, they just go where they are told! You need to stop and think about your journey otherwise you will never arrive at the right place.

    62. American Bison on April 3, 2010 10:19 am

      Wow, I didn’t see that coming in the story that they would forget the key along with the bags, that’s pretty eye opening story for sure!

    63. used tires on April 3, 2010 11:58 am

      Very true richard, everyone’s so used to following a strict path or routine they don’t even stop by to smell the roses anymore.

      Till then,

      Jean

    64. raymond on April 4, 2010 10:45 am

      Hi Jean,

      There’s always time to smell the roses no matter how busy we are. Good point. :)

    65. Alyssa on April 6, 2010 4:03 am

      What a great story! I’m now 40.. guess I need to check where I left my bag, and make sure there is nothing precious in it I have forgotten!

    66. Car Battery Starter on April 12, 2010 5:19 am

      I wonder how many of us in life will somehow relive this story, even though we are told it. It’s sad but sometimes its in inevitable to forget everything in the 20th floor no matter how many times we are reminded of it.

      Just saying..

    67. fence chargers on April 18, 2010 10:55 am

      This story reminds me of my recent life changes, due to my husband’s illness. Stop and smell the roses has a whole new meaning to me.

    68. raymond on April 21, 2010 3:37 am

      Thank you for sharing. :)

    69. raymond on April 21, 2010 3:38 am

      Nice one, Alyssa,

      Go check your bag.

    70. Jarrod@ Optimistic Journey on May 4, 2010 11:31 pm

      I love this story! Sometimes it’s better to carry our weight all the way throughout the journey until we reach the top. The problem is we don’t speculate that it takes hard word to reach our dream so we bail out and try to take the short cut road. Taking short cuts may land us in our destination but we will find that we don’t have the tools (education, work ethic, discipline…etc) to get the maximum benefit of our goal.

      Great article thanks for sharing!!

    71. raymond on May 5, 2010 6:01 am

      Thank you for your comment, Jarrod. :)

    72. used tires on May 7, 2010 8:12 am

      Raymond, I agree that there should always be time to smell the roses, both literally and figuratively. :)

      Till then,

      Jean

    73. raymond on May 8, 2010 12:45 pm

      Hi Jean,

      Yes, there is. :)

    74. Bilgi on May 10, 2010 12:58 pm

      woow excellent :)

    75. peter@cna training on May 12, 2010 11:48 am

      nice analogy there raymond. I agree how important it is to take time to be happy.

    76. raymond on May 14, 2010 6:02 am

      Thank you, Peter.

      I hope you enjoy it. Feel free to share it with your love ones.

    77. raymond on May 16, 2010 4:03 pm

      Thanks. :)

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      I cherish these moments and cannot wait till next sunday when I can go back and spend more time with some of the greatest kids I have ever met.I am blessed beyond words.

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      Time never wait for anyone, now I decide to be enjoy our life. Her I get great information, thanks a lot.

    84. shirley of hollywood on December 16, 2010 9:53 am

      What a great story! I’m now 30.. guess I need to check where I left my bag, and make sure there is nothing precious in it I have forgotten!

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      Funny but true. Me, I just realized that I really should be working now to reach my dreams – that is to become a fashion designer

    86. Chicago and Suburb on May 19, 2011 5:19 pm

      This is the story that should really be read by many. It is the reality of life. I guess many can relate to this. Would it be fine if I share this online?

    87. raymond on May 21, 2011 9:59 am

      Feel free to share the link of this webpage with others. Help me to spread the knowledge. Thanks.

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