By DARCIE BORDEN
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The two things we can be absolutely sure of is that we come into the world alone and leave the world alone. But, in between those two events, we are not meant to be alone. Humans were meant to live in groups, working together, loving together, and seeking truth together.
Some of us realize we need human interaction like air and fully give ourselves over to it, knowing the risks are rejection, hurt, but also great love and getting closer to the truth about life and ourselves. Others hide behind distractions, not knowing how to fully give themselves over to that experience, allowing fear to keep them from hurt and inevitable disappointments.
The sum of one's life can be equal to the number and quality of relationships he/she has experienced. Anything else that one thinks can bring happiness is never as fulfilling if not shared with another human being.
To be fully engaged in life is to put yourself out there, your whole self, and see what comes of it. Of course there will be pain, but also great joy. There's nothing to lose but fear.
I once read that the Chinese believe that sadness is a guarantee, and happiness should come as a surprise. In America, we believe we are entitled to happiness, and we are surprised by sorrow.
But, aren't we merely entitled to the PURSUIT of happiness? Happiness won't just walk in through our front door and present itself. It's the result of our choices, our actions, and our mental outlook. And even then, it can be disrupted by sorrow, because happiness is not really a tangible thing we can possess.
Sometimes life is a struggle just to keep our heads above water. But, that struggle is why we are here; that is life. From the struggle we learn about others, the world, and ourselves. From the struggle, we lose our pride and ego, and we gain grace, empathy and compassion. Without struggle, we would not become complete human beings. Our growth would be stunted.
It is tempting to question and curse the bumps in the road. But, usually on the other side of the bump is clarity, strength, revelation, but most important is compassion for fellow human beings. If only there weren't so many bumps! And some of those bumps are more like hills. When you've traversed enough of those bumps, you somehow turn into a life warrior and can pass that wisdom and strength on to the rest of your clan.
I will take a risk at being cheesy and quote my fellow New Jerseyan, Jon Bon Jovi: "It's my life. It's now or never. I ain't gonna live forever. I just wanna live while I'm alive."
Whatever it is that you want out of life, name it, claim it, and ride it like you stole it. What's stopping you? Pride? Ego? Fear? Those things are merely distractions from the truth. Invite people into your life who help you get closer to your truth. Finding truth is one thing that's hard to do alone, and I'm not sure we were meant to do it alone.
Featured Blogger
The two things we can be absolutely sure of is that we come into the world alone and leave the world alone. But, in between those two events, we are not meant to be alone. Humans were meant to live in groups, working together, loving together, and seeking truth together.
Some of us realize we need human interaction like air and fully give ourselves over to it, knowing the risks are rejection, hurt, but also great love and getting closer to the truth about life and ourselves. Others hide behind distractions, not knowing how to fully give themselves over to that experience, allowing fear to keep them from hurt and inevitable disappointments.
The sum of one's life can be equal to the number and quality of relationships he/she has experienced. Anything else that one thinks can bring happiness is never as fulfilling if not shared with another human being.
To be fully engaged in life is to put yourself out there, your whole self, and see what comes of it. Of course there will be pain, but also great joy. There's nothing to lose but fear.
I once read that the Chinese believe that sadness is a guarantee, and happiness should come as a surprise. In America, we believe we are entitled to happiness, and we are surprised by sorrow.
But, aren't we merely entitled to the PURSUIT of happiness? Happiness won't just walk in through our front door and present itself. It's the result of our choices, our actions, and our mental outlook. And even then, it can be disrupted by sorrow, because happiness is not really a tangible thing we can possess.
Sometimes life is a struggle just to keep our heads above water. But, that struggle is why we are here; that is life. From the struggle we learn about others, the world, and ourselves. From the struggle, we lose our pride and ego, and we gain grace, empathy and compassion. Without struggle, we would not become complete human beings. Our growth would be stunted.
It is tempting to question and curse the bumps in the road. But, usually on the other side of the bump is clarity, strength, revelation, but most important is compassion for fellow human beings. If only there weren't so many bumps! And some of those bumps are more like hills. When you've traversed enough of those bumps, you somehow turn into a life warrior and can pass that wisdom and strength on to the rest of your clan.
I will take a risk at being cheesy and quote my fellow New Jerseyan, Jon Bon Jovi: "It's my life. It's now or never. I ain't gonna live forever. I just wanna live while I'm alive."
Whatever it is that you want out of life, name it, claim it, and ride it like you stole it. What's stopping you? Pride? Ego? Fear? Those things are merely distractions from the truth. Invite people into your life who help you get closer to your truth. Finding truth is one thing that's hard to do alone, and I'm not sure we were meant to do it alone.
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