open eyes
Does it ever happen to you that right when you think that your life is a total mess, and that no one could possibly have it worse, You get a wake up call. Something clicks, you bump into someone or something that makes you snap out of it. I've learned to remember how blessed each and every one of us are, and to always keep our eyes open.
Life is so interesting, I mean who decides who we meet, and where we go....just think:
Lets say that every day you walk straight for 1 mile, than turn right and 5 blocks down get a coffee around 9 am, and than walk straight across the street to your class. You may see some same faces every day, you may chit chat with the guy who makes your green tea..... well try picturing yourself waking up, and instead of walking straight for 1 mile, you zig zag through the blocks, you than turn left instead of right, and after 5 blocks go to the coffee shop around the corner and say hello to someone new, than go to class at 9am.
How many new faces and places did you see by just changing your morning routine? what makes us take that first step towards new openings and new experiences? is it a natural innate desire, curiosity to expand and grow? well, if that was the case than a lot more people would travel, and be more extroverted, maybe less stuck in routines and comfort zones....A lot more people I think would be more open minded about life, and I truly believe that ultimately we would all be a little bit more humble. Why humble?.. well I think that one of life'’s biggest lessons is to know how to humble yourself. We need to realize that we are just a tiny little ingredient in this huge world. I also think that when one is humble, he/she is more open to any experiences because there is no arrogance, no sense of superiority.
.....I am only 19, and sometimes i feel older, or would want to be older... other time i am content at 19, and enjoy being this young and really try to act as a sponge taking in life through any and all pores. But even in this short time I have learned that shit happens (excuse me for my terminology, but its really the best way to phrase it). I don't know if everyone is like this, but I certainly enjoy feeling in control of all situations occurring to me. I really dislike not knowing, and being in that grey area...But most challenges are out of our control, and the hardest lesson is learning to trust that whatever is happening is for a reason, and faith (not necessarily in a religious sense, but just in a spiritual way) acts as our guide.
I am at a point of my life now where i need to make some very big decisions (is life always like this though?). What do i want to be when i grow up? what do i want to study..Or better what are my passions, my dreams...what drives me...what makes me smile, and feel high? what do i see myself enjoying as a carrier not necessarily 20 years from now, but more so 5-6 yrs from now?
Strangely related to this, I have also begun to realize how much love begins affecting you as an individual (and consequently affects your decisions) as you and your relationships mature. I find myself deeply in love with an incredible man..and the feeling is in itself beautiful, but it is definitely one of the hardest things i have ever experienced. Love is painted as this wonderful emotion that fills your life with joy and passion. Yes, it is true.... but i am learning now that to reach that level ofecstasy you have to really struggle, and fight..Love doesnt come easy for many reasons. I dont think people would take it as seriously, appreciate it nearly as much, or understand its true value and importance in life if it was easy to find and keep.
Life is so interesting, I mean who decides who we meet, and where we go....just think:
Lets say that every day you walk straight for 1 mile, than turn right and 5 blocks down get a coffee around 9 am, and than walk straight across the street to your class. You may see some same faces every day, you may chit chat with the guy who makes your green tea..... well try picturing yourself waking up, and instead of walking straight for 1 mile, you zig zag through the blocks, you than turn left instead of right, and after 5 blocks go to the coffee shop around the corner and say hello to someone new, than go to class at 9am.
How many new faces and places did you see by just changing your morning routine? what makes us take that first step towards new openings and new experiences? is it a natural innate desire, curiosity to expand and grow? well, if that was the case than a lot more people would travel, and be more extroverted, maybe less stuck in routines and comfort zones....A lot more people I think would be more open minded about life, and I truly believe that ultimately we would all be a little bit more humble. Why humble?.. well I think that one of life'’s biggest lessons is to know how to humble yourself. We need to realize that we are just a tiny little ingredient in this huge world. I also think that when one is humble, he/she is more open to any experiences because there is no arrogance, no sense of superiority.
.....I am only 19, and sometimes i feel older, or would want to be older... other time i am content at 19, and enjoy being this young and really try to act as a sponge taking in life through any and all pores. But even in this short time I have learned that shit happens (excuse me for my terminology, but its really the best way to phrase it). I don't know if everyone is like this, but I certainly enjoy feeling in control of all situations occurring to me. I really dislike not knowing, and being in that grey area...But most challenges are out of our control, and the hardest lesson is learning to trust that whatever is happening is for a reason, and faith (not necessarily in a religious sense, but just in a spiritual way) acts as our guide.
I am at a point of my life now where i need to make some very big decisions (is life always like this though?). What do i want to be when i grow up? what do i want to study..Or better what are my passions, my dreams...what drives me...what makes me smile, and feel high? what do i see myself enjoying as a carrier not necessarily 20 years from now, but more so 5-6 yrs from now?
Strangely related to this, I have also begun to realize how much love begins affecting you as an individual (and consequently affects your decisions) as you and your relationships mature. I find myself deeply in love with an incredible man..and the feeling is in itself beautiful, but it is definitely one of the hardest things i have ever experienced. Love is painted as this wonderful emotion that fills your life with joy and passion. Yes, it is true.... but i am learning now that to reach that level ofecstasy you have to really struggle, and fight..Love doesnt come easy for many reasons. I dont think people would take it as seriously, appreciate it nearly as much, or understand its true value and importance in life if it was easy to find and keep.
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