The Power of Quick Thinking: A Look at "The Kid and the Wolf"
Keeping your head in a crisis allows you to see exits that others might miss. The Kid And The Wolf
The fable of (attributed to Aesop) is a brief but punchy story about a young goat (the kid) who finds himself cornered by a wolf. Realizing he cannot escape through strength, the kid asks the wolf to play the flute so he can dance one last time. The music attracts the attention of the neighborhood dogs, who arrive and chase the wolf away. The Power of Quick Thinking: A Look at
The wolf represents the danger of losing focus. Despite having the upper hand, his vanity and desire to be "more" than just a hunter (a musician, perhaps) lead to his downfall. He forgets his primary objective—securing his meal—to indulge in a moment of pride. His mistake proves that no matter how much power one holds, it can be neutralized by a lack of discipline. The music attracts the attention of the neighborhood