In a very selfish world, it can be difficult to be selfless. Selfishness, though appealing and advantageous in many ways, does not bring joy to ourselves or others around us. Only selflessness brings true joy.
In Oscar Wilde’s short story, “The Selfish Giant,” the Giant learns that selfishness creates a cold world, while selflessness makes anywhere paradise.
The Giant lives alone in a castle with the most beautiful garden. The garden has unparalleled flowers, the softest grass, and wonderful peach trees. Every day after school, the children come and play in the Giant’s garden. They climb the trees, sing songs, and listen to the birds. They truly enjoy themselves in the garden….