The Guru

Imagine that you have traveled a very long distance to speak with a world-renowned guru. Although you have thought about what questions you want to ask, you have come to the conclusion that it will be better to trust your intuition to guide you. Only three questions can be asked and answered, and you decide that your questions will focus on three areas: relationships, your life's purpose, and finding happiness.

As you enter the room where the guru is meditating, you take your place on the floor.

"Why have you come?" the guru asks.

"I seek wisdom," you reply.

"So do all," the guru responds.

Pause for a moment to think about what you want to ask about relationships.

Now ask, and listen to the guru's reply.

Pause for a moment to think about what you want to ask about your life's purpose.

Now ask, and listen to the guru's reply.

Pause for a moment to think about what you want to ask about finding happiness.

Now ask, listen to the guru's reply.

"I have a question for you," the guru says after answering your last question. "Did you find what you were looking for?"