A Chance Encounter: Witnessing a Bear’s Joyful Life

When the world is so loud with our schedules, there are moments that return us to focus and make even more beautiful what already surrounds us. Take the leisurely stroll of one woman, for example — who happened upon this bear living his best life

The Setting

A bright morning, the sun shining a warm light through the trees lighting up natures vivid greens. This woman was keen to get away from the city madness, so she went for a walk in one of her nation’s national parks. Unknowingly, even she was in for a surprise of her life.

The Encounter

Strolling down the serpents trails, uplifted by the melodious tones in birdsong and rustling leaves, this sight of motion awoke before her. Intrigued, she moved forward and was met with an incredible scene where a bear danced as if it had not a care in the world.

The bear was in person, rolling around in the grass letting the sun bake it he stopped now and then to rub its backside against a tree. I could almost hear the bear responding in my mind — making little sounds that responded to the joy of experiencing something so purely basic, showing us all what really brings contentment.

Reflection

This serendipitous moment was more to the woman than a happy coincidence; it served as an important lesson in cherishing small things from life. This bear with his simple act of savouring the moment trickled into my fast moving and stress laden world.

The Takeaway

The memory of seeing the bear so happy and at home came back to her, a dear glimpse. How infrequently such encounters interrupt the rush of our commute and remind us to stop, pay attention, enjoy the sights. There is a story in every moment of happiness: the animals that run around playing, the beautiful golden sun gradually setting….

So next time you are racing from one thing to another during your day, just stop for a moment and take it all in. You might just find a little joy hiding in the surprise.