A woman was waiting at an airport one night, with several long hours before her flight. She hunted for a book in the airport shops, bought a bag of cookies and found a place to drop.

One day a farmer’s donkey fell down into a well. The animal cried piteously for hours

In the days when an ice cream sundae cost much less, a 10 year old boy entered a hotel coffee shop and sat at a table.

There was once a boy who was growing up in a very wealthy family. One day, his father decided to take him on a trip to show him how others lived who were less fortunate.

A young couple moves into a new neighbourhood. The next morning while they are eating breakfast...

The Two Wolves is a first nation fable about a grandfather who shares a powerful story with his grandson.

Two shoe salesmen were sent by their company to explore a new international market.

A pencil maker once spoke to a pencil before placing it in the box. “There are five important things you must know,” he said.“If you remember them, you will become the best pencil you can be.”

One day, a saint was walking along the bank of a river when he noticed a scorpion struggling in the water, about to drown.

There was once a skilled carpenter who had worked faithfully for the same company for many years. One day, he told his employer that he was ready to retire. He wanted to live a simpler life, spend time with his family, and enjoy the fruits of his labor.

This metaphorical tale reminds us that success often depends not only on effort, but also on where we place our focus—and whose voices we choose to hear.

This metaphorical tale reminds us that happiness is often found not in wealth or ambition, but in simplicity and presence. A successful...

This motivational short story speaks to the power of transformation and the essential role that struggle plays in growth.

He sets to work using a dull axe, and despite his best efforts, he makes very little progress. A wise old man happens to pass by and asks why he is struggling. The man explains that he is trying to chop down the tree, but his axe is too dull.

A young man, eager to grow and improve, once sought the wisdom of a revered elder in his village.

A professor stood before his class, holding a large, empty glass jar. Without saying a word, he carefully placed several large rocks into the jar until no more would fit.He turned to his students and asked,“Is the jar full?”

A shopkeeper once put up a sign above his door that read:“Puppies for Sale.” As he was nailing the last letter to the post, a small boy appeared and asked,“Mister, how much are you selling the puppies for?”

One day, a group of friends gathered at a cozy coffeehouse, sipping their drinks and talking about life.

There was once a young, athletic boy who was fiercely driven and hungry for success. To him, success meant only one thing: winning. His eyes were always on the finish line, and his heart beat for victory.

There once was a man who longed to find happiness. He believed it was hidden somewhere far away—perhaps in a distant land, a great achievement, or some treasure yet to be discovered.