Tag: Life’s Journey

See the Beauty

“I want to see beauty. In the ugly, in the sink, in the suffering, in the daily, in all the days before I die, the moments before I sleep.”

― Ann Voskamp

      It is an undeniable fact that life is harsh and unforgiving at times. And, it is so very easy to become jaded and hardened. But you owe it to yourself not to let life defeat you. No matter the pain and suffering you have witnessed and endured, do not allow the bad in this world to overshadow the beauty that surrounds us everyday in every moment. Never forget that waking up each morning and inhaling the breath of life is a miracle in and of itself.

Teaching Moments

“When things do not go your way, remember that every challenge — every adversity — contains within it the seeds of opportunity and growth.”

― Roy T. Bennett

      Sometimes things aren’t going to work out. There are many battles you will lose. This is just a fact of life you must accept. But you mustn’t forget that each “lost” is an opportunity to grow…to learn. All of life’s obstacles are teaching moments if you stop and pay attention. So, the next time things don’t work out, don’t think of it as a failure; rather, treat it as an opportunity to grow and transform for the better.

Being Happy

“Being happy doesn’t mean that everything is perfect. It means that you’ve decided to look beyond the imperfections.”

― Gerard Way

       Happiness isn’t synonymous with perfection. To be happy does not mean one has the proverbial white picket fence and poster card family. It doesn’t mean that everything is perfect and amazing. You can be happy when the world around you is in chaos and things are a mess, because at some point you will hopefully learn that happiness stems from accepting yourself and others for who they are. It is about learning to love the imperfections of life. It’s about accepting that life is this beautiful chaotic mess and that’s okay.

Life Experiences

“You need to spend time crawling alone through shadows to truly appreciate what it is to stand in the sun.”

― Shaun Hick

         Life is filled with highs and lows. And you cannot avoid the lows, the darkness, and the messiness of life. It’s a part of the journey we must all experience. And by crawling around in the mud, you truly appreciate the Sun when it comes out. For life’s pain and heartbreak teach us to appreciate the blessings surrounding us everyday.

One Step

“It’s never too late to change your life for the better. You don’t have to take huge steps to change your life. Making even the smallest changes to your daily routine can make a big difference to your life.”

― Roy T. Bennett

        At any point in your life you have the power to say this isn’t how my story will end. If you’re unhappy with any aspect of your life, start taking steps today to change it. Change doesn’t happen overnight, but change will never happen by doing nothing. So, make the choice today to take charge of your life and begin taking steps to create a life you love.

Love Yourself

“The most important relationship in your life is the relationship you have with yourself. Because no matter what happens, you will always be with yourself.”

― Diane Von Furstenberg

     Self-care is something each person should place emphasis on in their life. How can you truly and unconditionally love another person if you don’t love yourself? More importantly, you need to take the time to nurture and strengthen the relationship you have with yourself. You will never be able to break up with yourself, so take the time to create within yourself someone you love and someone who inspires you.

Go For It

“Go for it, while you can. I know you have it in you. And I can’t promise you’ll get everything you want, but I can promise nothing will change if you don’t try.”

― J.M. Darhower

         The time is now. If there is something you want out of life, now is the time to go after it. There will never be a perfect time to chase your dreams and goals, so why not right now? Things will never change if you continue to sit on the sidelines instead of getting up and running the race.

Today is a New Day

“Every day, think as you wake up, today I am fortunate to be alive, I have a precious human life, I am not going to waste it. I am going to use all my energies to develop myself, to expand my heart out to others; to achieve enlightenment for the benefit of all beings. I am going to have kind thoughts towards others, I am not going to get angry or think badly about others. I am going to benefit others as much as I can.”

― Dalai Lama

      Each day that you are blessed to wake up, make a promise to yourself to try to embrace all that the day has to offer. Strive to be a better version of yourself than yesterday. Strive to rise above the negativity that is bound to come your way. And most of all, strive to make the most out of the time you have been given for there is no guarantee you will get the opportunity to try again tomorrow.

Love & Relationships

“Love and friendship. They are what make us who we are, and what can change us, if we let them.”

― Emily Giffin

       Life isn’t about what you receive but is about what you give. It is about spreading love and enriching another person’s life. It is about taking the time and care to cultivate meaningful relationships because at the end of day, this is what makes life worthwhile.

Don’t Lose Faith

“Never lose faith in yourself, and never lose hope; remember, even when this world throws its worst and then turns its back, there is still always hope.”

― Pittacus Lore

       No matter what life throws at you, no matter how long the night, never lose faith or hope. Things can and will get better, but you must not give in to the self-doubt. Always remember, you can survive any storm that comes your way.