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Two Wolves

A young Native American boy sought comfort from his grandfather after being unfairly treated by the older boys in the village. The lad was hurt, confused, and very angry. He was spoiling for a fight.

Young One, I too have experienced these feelings many times, the old man said. I have seen much sadness and felt many cuts in my heart over many years. So often it has felt like two strong wolves were fighting to be the Great Chief of my spirit.

What were they fighting about, Grandfather? inquired the boy.

It seems to me that one wolf is good, he replied. He is wise and strong and tries to see past the hurt and look for ways to heal.

A look of profound sadness momentarily clouded his eyes. He seemed to shudder slightly as he pulled his blanket more tightly around his shoulders.
But he is fighting against a very ferocious warrior. Grandfather's voice was distant and wistful, as if he wasn't really talking to the boy anymore at all. That other wolf is so angry, so bitter and vengeful. He seems to want only to deal out pain and destruction until his appetite for rage is fully satisfied.

He turned his attention once more to the boy.

The battle between these two wolves is always fierce, the grandfather explained. And it is a fight to the death.

With a wide-eyed and worried look, the boy exclaimed, Oh, Grandfather, which one will win?

Grandfather let out a long, wistful sigh and simply said, The one I feed, young one. The one I feed.

Bon appetit!