The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari

CHAPTER SEVEN

A Most Extraordinary Garden

Most people live—whether physically, intellectually

or morally—in a very restricted circle of their potential

being. We all have reservoirs of life to draw upon of

which we do not dream.

William James

"In the fable, the garden is a symbol for the mind," said Julian. "If
you care for your mind, if you nurture it and if you cultivate it just
like a fertile, rich garden, it will blossom far beyond your
expectations. But if you let the weeds take root, lasting peace of
mind and deep inner harmony will always elude you.
"John, let me ask you a simple question. If I went into your
backyard where you have that garden you used to tell me so
much about and threw toxic waste over all your prized petunias,
you wouldn't be thrilled, would you?"
"Agreed."
"As a matter of fact, most good gardeners guard their gardens
like proud soldiers and make certain that no contamination ever