Yesha Desai

A new juggling clown came to the Versailles to join the local circus. The clown performed multiple tricks, earning a little money from his show.One day, there was a large show organised in the celebration of the mayor’s daughter’s birthday. Lots of people were invited and everyone was enjoying the show.That was when two little girls started passing jokes about the clown. As they were in the front seat, the clown heard them. He became anxious about his performance and wondered, “Was it not good? Was he alright? Did everyone think lowly of his skills?”While worrying about this, he dropped one of the juggling balls. The crowd booed him on the stage and the clown quickly, tearfully left the stage.The clown was very embarrassed about the way he had messed up. He kept on thinking, “What if that is all everyone thinks about ever again? What if he never gets to perform again? What if he never gets better? How will he earn his keep?”In the time he was worrying about his reputation and other people’s opinions, the ringmaster came to visit him. The clown did not notice him coming and felt further embarrassed when he realised that the ringmaster had been talking to him.He blushed and apologised for his disordered look and lack of focus. The ringmaster only sighed and sat down in front of the clown.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;“Mistakes happen by everyone. That is no reason to beat yourself up over it.”&nbsp;He said.The clown only sniffled, “But sir. What if no one likes me? What if no one likes my tricks?”The ringmaster looked truly confused, “And why would that happen? You are amazing and very talented. A little mistake is not a reason for people to dislike you. Is there something else that is wrong?”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The clown hesitated. He did not want his boss to feel like the clown was inept and then in turn fire him. But he quietly said, “Some people were talking about me. I could hear them. Are my tricks not good enough?”The ringmaster sighed, “Listen son, what I say now, you must remember for life. Where there is light, there is a shadow. You must not worry about the criticism and only try to make yourself better. Have a little faith in yourself.”The journey towards feeling like a good enough artist was not easy for the clown but like the ringmaster said “Where there is light, there is shadow.” And the clown tried to understand the motto and live by it.Moral:Learning and success come from mistakes and failures.

This is a story of clown and failure.Moral(s) of the story: hard work and success

The new clown in the town

Wisdom

smartness

penance

strength

justice

faith

helpfulness

karma

kindness

benevolence

routine importance

Gratitude

greediness

repentance

Honesty

Selfishness

Cooperation

Understanding

foolishness

Trust

hard work

Bravery

caring

carelessness

happiness

Family Value

sacrifice

knowledge

poverty

Friendship

health hygiene

discipline

Effort

Responsibility

betrayal

dedication

Respect

passion

Courage

loyalty

sharing

promise

self worth

determination

idiot

satisfaction

hope

pride

sadness

love

pretention

confidence

Empathy

Obedience

naughty

confession

precaution

unity

Patience

compassion

Forgiveness

doubt

self love

perseverance

boasting

lying

Generosity

tolerance

alertness

equality

cheating

devotion

modesty

peace

competition

success

struggle

anger

regret

jealousy

failure

control

fear

arrogance

morning person

over confidence

uniqueness

Curiosity

acceptance

salvation

judgement

mean

Optimism

weakness

inclusivity

motivation

laziness

ignorance

failure stories

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The new clown in the town

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