The article discusses Anton Chekhov's short story "The Death of a Government Clerk," which tells the tale of a sensitive government clerk who accidentally sneezes on an officer during an opera. Despite the officer's initial forgiving response, the clerk's persistent apologies lead to the officer becoming annoyed. Seeking to explain himself, the clerk visits the officer at work, but the officer's extreme anger causes the clerk to collapse from shock. He returns home in a daze, lies on the sofa, and dies. The story begins humorously but ends tragically, highlighting the dangers of excessive sensitivity. The clerk's death results from his inability to cope with a minor social mishap, illustrating how oversensitivity can lead to unnecessary stress, depression, and stagnation in life. The article references Alfred Adler's observation that exaggerated sensitivity often stems from feelings of inferiority, which can hinder personal growth. It concludes by noting that such sensitivities can distort positive emotions, making them burdensome to others. The author also quotes actor Dennis Farana, who expresses his own struggles with extreme sensitivity.

by Valibhai Musa in English Motivational Stories

Writen by Valibhai Musa

Category Motivational Stories