Inordinate Sycophancy

 People who are sycophants do it for some or the other reason of extracting favour. This favour is the fuel for their long cherished dream or their version of luxury. Prodding themselves on the back and moving forward to actually building castles in the air is the norm of the day for them. This motivation towards their dream is actually less rewarding.

I was face-to-face with one such incident. The hardware shopkeeper I was taken to by my plumber spoke at length about my well-being, future prospects and the whereabouts of my acquaintances. This he did after selling me a premium piece of faucet for the washroom. Actually, other ordinary ones would cost a third of the amount. Least to be told, he was extremely happy and content; the plumber also got commission.

This sycophancy does come to people who are less content and yielding to stock up riches for themselves. One funny thing is that there is a great fire burning in their belly and to extinguish it, they resort to shady and unhealthy practices in business too. Needless to say, it reverts back and it makes sure the person pays for it.

There are ample opportunities everywhere to make a living and be successful through licit means. Sticking to it bring honour among people. Reputation is the thing to strive for and not earn big, losing valuable integrity. It scores more on satisfaction in life.

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