Two Wolves - Cherokee Indian Folklore

One evening an old Cherokee told his grandson about a battle that goes on inside people. He said, “My son, the battle is between two “wolves” inside us all.”

One is EVIL
It is anger, envy, jealously, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, and ego.

The other is GOOD
It is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, empathy, generosity, truth and faith.

The grandson thought for a minute and then asked his grandfather:

“Which wolf will win?”

The old Cherokee simply replied, “The one you feed.”

Discussion Questions:
1. Do you know someone who is feeds the Evil wolf?

2. There are fourteen words that describe the Evil wolf. Which word describes the person? Discuss.

3. Do the same with a person who feeds the Good wolf.

4. Which wolf do you feed? Discuss.

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