The Clockmaker’s Secret

Date: 10/07/2026
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“Time is what we make of it.”
An old clockmaker spent his days repairing clocks that others had given up on.
People often asked why he never hurried.
He smiled and replied, “A clock keeps time only when every tiny part works together.”
Life is much the same.
Families, friendships, and communities depend on countless small acts of kindness and responsibility.
When one part is neglected, harmony suffers.
The clockmaker never sought fame.
His satisfaction came from hearing a silent clock begin to tick once again.
Every repaired clock represented another chance.
Human beings also deserve second chances.
Patience, understanding, and perseverance can restore relationships that seem beyond repair.
Like a well-made clock, a meaningful life is built not through speed but through balance.
Sometimes, the quietest work has the greatest impact.

Rajat Chandra Sarmah
Guwahati, Assam, India
email: rajatchandrasarmah@gmail.com
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