A Parable: The Three Frogs

The story: three frogs find themselves on a log, facing the endless stretch of a tranquil pond. The moment of deliberation approaches swiftly as one among them contemplates a leap into the unknown.

Question: There were once three frogs on a log, and one of them made a decision to jump in. How many were left?

What would you answer?

Many say two frogs, and that would be incorrect, at least in the teachings of the parable.

Answer: There are still three frogs on a log; he only made a decision; he took no action!

The tale unfolds a truth, which is that decisions alone don’t alter reality, actions do. The frog’s choice to jump didn’t change the count on the log; it’s the action that would.

• Thought alone does not change our reality.
• A thought does not make something true.
• Intention does not orchestrate change – actionable steps do

The lesson? Actions, propelled by decisions, shape our narrative, teaching us the essence of moving beyond mere deliberation to create impactful change.