The Game of Words
Traders : “ We want to trade in your kingdom for a month.What is the taxation? ” King : “ What taxes are other kings demanding? ” Traders: “ One lakh rupees per day. We can’t afford it. ” King : “ I’ll only take one rupee! ” On hearing this the traders got elated. The minister further explained the pact that they’ll progressively twofold the amount so the first week would cost them only 128 rupees which would give them time to make savings. The traders readily signed the deal and went back contentedly. Wow! What a lovely King? Wasn’t he? The traders ended up paying roughly 54 lakhs at the end of the month facing a huge loss. (Do the Math ) Words are powerful tools. They possess tendencies to perturb one’s psyche and beliefs. They can avert people’s decisions and can easily stir up hatred or love if used effectively. Sometimes we make decisions in life not based on our contemplation but what we listen from others. I can ...