Native American Wisdom

I am uncertain if this really came from a Native American or not; it does, however, teach something wise.

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One evening an old Cherokee told his grandson about a battle that goes on inside people.

He said, "My son, the battle is between two hungry wolves. Inside one is evil. It is anger, envy, jealousy, sorrow, regret, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority, and ego.

"The other is good. It is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion, and faith."

The grandson thought about it for a minute and then asked the grandfather, "Which wolf wins?"

The old Cherokee simply replied, "The one you feed."