Anger warms the invention, but over-heats the oven
This quote is suggesting that while anger can provide a spark of inspiration and drive for creative problem-solving and innovation, it can also be detrimental if it becomes too intense or prolonged.
A parable that illustrates this concept in a magical story
King Sven and Sorcerer Revna
Once upon a time, in a magical land far away, there lived an old master named Ben. He was a wise and skilled wizard, known throughout the kingdom for his powerful spells and potions. But, there was one thing that set old Ben apart from all the other wizards – his understanding of the power of emotions.
One day, a young apprentice named Kia came to old Ben, eager to learn the secrets of magic. Kia had always dreamed of becoming a powerful wizard, but he struggled with controlling his emotions, especially his anger.
“I want to learn how to control my anger, Master,” Kia said. “It’s always getting in the way of my magic.”
Old Ben smiled and said, “Anger can be a powerful tool, my young apprentice, but it can also be dangerous if you let it consume you. Remember, anger warms the invention, but over-heats the oven.”
Kia was confused, but old Ben knew that he would understand in time. Old Ben took Kia under his wing and began to teach Kia the ways of magic. Old Ben showed Kia how to channel his emotions and use them to fuel his spells, but also warned him of the dangers of letting his anger take over.
As Kia learned and grew in his magic, he began to understand what old Ben had meant. Kia learned that his anger could give his spells an extra boost of power, but if he let it consume him, it would lead to mistakes and poor decisions.
One day, Kia and old Ben were summoned to the kingdom’s castle. King Sven had called upon them to help defeat Revna an evil sorcerer who had taken over the kingdom’s neighbouring land. Kia was excited for the adventure, but he was also afraid. Kia knew that he would have to face his anger in battle.
As they journeyed to the neighbouring land, Kia and old Ben faced many obstacles and challenges. Kia’s anger began to boil as he faced fierce monsters and treacherous traps. But, he remembered his old master’s words and used his anger to fuel his spells, instead of letting it control him.
Finally, they reached Revna’s castle. Kia and old Ben knew that this would be the ultimate test of their magic. Revna the sorcerer was powerful and had an army of minions at her disposal. Kia felt his anger rising, but he channelled it into his spells.
The battle was fierce and Kia had to use all of his skills to defeat Revna’s minions. But, finally, it was just Kia and Revna. Kia was exhausted and his anger was at its boiling point. Revna taunted Kia and pushed his buttons, trying to get Kia to lose control. But, Kia remembered his old master’s words and channelled his anger into his spells. Kia defeated Revna and saved the kingdom.
When Kia returned to his master, he was a changed person. Kia had learned to control his anger and use it to fuel his magic. Old Ben was proud of him and they continued to teach other young apprentices the ways of magic and the power of emotions.
From that day on, Kia’s name was known throughout the kingdom as the powerful wizard who had saved the neighbouring land. Kia continued to use his magic for good and to help others control their emotions. And, he remembered his old master’s words, “Anger warms the invention, but over-heats the oven” and always used his anger wisely.
The end.
The moral of this story is saying that anger can be useful in small doses, but too much can be damaging. It’s important to channel our emotions in a constructive way, and not let them control us.
Extract from the book; Master Ben and Kia the Young Apprentice: A book on moral values inspired by Ben Franklin – Volume 4
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