The parable of 2 monks

The first is very short and sweet, telling the story of twi monks who need to cross a great river on their journey. On their way, they see a woman struggling to get across the river by herself, and the struggle that ensues in wanting to help, while their customs forbid it. This parable teaches us not to hold too tightly to our thoughts and to practice seeing our thoughts as things too. We must be in a state of flowing if we wish to be mentally balanced.