Here are 50 random observations I have discovered and learned through my many life experiences.
- Life is best lived, and personal growth happens outside of our comfort zones.
- If someone else can do something, then it is potentially possible for you, or someone else, to do it too.
- Feeling fear is not bad, but our reactions to feeling fear can be.
- Feeling anger is not bad, but the way we release it can be.
- If you are not where you want to be in life, then change something.
- Failure can be the key to success. It is ok to fail.
- It is never too late to change your life.
- People are different and have different gifts, experiences, and viewpoints. This is ok, and this makes for a better society.
- Money is not the root of evil, but greed may be.
- Feeling emotions both good and bad are needed in life for true balance.
- It is ok to avoid and limit exposure to certain people when they disrespect you no matter who they are.
- Expectations can lead to disappointment when not satisfied. If you keep expectations high, then the possibility of disappointment is higher. If you keep expectations low, then there can be a possibility of reward.
- On our deathbeds we do not long for our possessions, but we do for experiences and those we love.
- You can start over somewhere new, but you cannot run from yourself.
- What works for someone else may not work for you. Find what works for you.
- You can learn from anyone.
- The past is gone. We make can only make decisions in the present to affect our future.
- There is a different between something being hard and something being futile.
- Dreams and goals can and do change.
- Some arguments are not worth having.
- If we are happy all the time, then our less happy moments become our sad times.
- If someone wants to see you, then they will find a way and make time.
- Your emotions and feelings can block or be in conflict with your intuition. Balance them before making big decisions.
- Seek those who accept you unconditionally. Accept others you care about the same way.
- Not everyone will like you. This is ok.
- Rules are rules for a reason, (even when it is a bad reason). We make not like them, but they should be followed. We can however work to change them.
- Try to learn something new every day. It will keep your brain and skills fresh.
- Men and women can be platonic friends, and it is good to have opposite sex friends.
- Time is often more important than money.
- The world owes you nothing. Consider the good things you get a gift.
- All are not created equal. All are created unique. We all have different gifts and skills.
- All living creatures have a purpose. After all, snake venom has been shown to treat human diseases.
- It is ok to change your mind or stance on an issue or topic. You are not a “flip-flopper” doing this. You are nuanced.
- Getting drunk or high does not solve your problems. It just delays you from thinking about how to solve them.
- Expressing your feelings shows strength not weakness. Letting your emotions control you though is a weakness.
- We all feel lonely at some point. It is normal.
- Sometimes when we fail it has nothing to do with us or our abilities. It is due to not being taught properly how to succeed.
- When you let someone affect your emotions, you are giving them power over you.
- There are people we grow apart from, but this does not mean we or they stop caring.
- Dying is inevitable. Respect that it will happen, but do not live in fear of it happening.
- You can develop your own meaning for a piece of art or music even if it is grotesquely different than the artist’s intention.
- People do change. You can influence them, but you cannot change them.
- Patti Smith was right, “Sometimes love just ain’t enough.”
- Do selfless acts for others for internal happiness rather than external glory.
- Try to connect other people with similar interests. It will be rewarding for you.
- Breakdown big goals into smaller goals. This will make big goals easier.
- Your life can change in an instant from one event or decision.
- Emulate and learn from those who you want to be more like.
- Listen to multiple points of view before making your own decision.
- Learn what makes you unique and be proud of this.
Entry – February 27, 2021