You can't use heart surgery to treat a head injury
I recently had a conversation with a colleague—Rainer, who mentioned that she went to court and was ordered to settle costs accrued because of a parking fine, initially $65.00. She had ignored the paperwork because she had recently become a caregiver for her husband, who was gravely ill with life-changing injuries he sustained in an accident. At this point, the amount owing had risen to $420.00 and Rainer was unable to afford the payment. She risked losing her property and dreaded the embarrassment that accompanies a visit from the bailiffs. She was surprised that the judge ordered her to pay, ignoring that she is the sole caregiver for her husband. The above quote applies in Rainer's situation. The quote conveys a powerful metaphorical message that underscores the idea that different situations and challenges in life require different approaches and perspectives. It draws attention to the inherent distinction between matters of the heart and issues of the mind, suggesting
