Chapter 32
Life reveals so many different things to people. Each person has their own story and their own season, and each new day is a moment in time where we get to be present and exist. With many people, life is such a torrential experiment where you are being pulled from one demand to the next, with no time to breathe. What happens if we forget to breathe?
Do you wake up 20 years from now and just open your eyes and see the vast amount of your life tied up with self proclaimed must-dos, only to wonder where all the time went when you wanted to accomplish so many other things? For me, movies were something I enjoyed as a kid, and when you watch a lot of movies of various different genres, I found myself curious to ask “why” a lot? Whether it was my parents answering me and guiding me, or self discovery, I always was fascinated at a human finding self discovery and fulfillment. No matter the plot line, our human race fills this measure, where we all at some point in our life discover enlightenment, and begin to examine what our life is supposed to be and who, what, when, where make it up to be that way.
Wouldn’t you want to discover what you want out of life at a younger age or time period, rather than wasting it not understanding who you are truly meant to be? In this case, I have not surveyed any number of people nor have I researched any data, but I believe we are all looking for this self-actualization and fulfillment in our lives. Some have had the opportunity to find it, and some are lost on the journey. My advice is that we should all just stop no matter where we are, and ask, “What do I want?” I am not talking about materialistic items here, but what fills your spirit? What drives you to acquire this enlightenment? People are scared to look inside and ask themselves this question. Some people have not given themselves permission to do so. Allow yourself to find out who you really are!
You are destined for great things, and no matter your story, you create a path to owning your destiny. Usually with creating a path, there is a road to getting somewhere, so you may have to encourage yourself to take the first step, the middle steps, and trek on any road that will lead to where you want to go. The reason I bring this up is because this understanding of oneself is the key to finding happiness while you are moving towards your goal. Looking deeply at this, a goal is a finish line. You are done and over. It is finished. Your journey towards your goal however is where you will be living, breathing, thriving, and enjoying the moments in between and being present with oneself. So many people overlook this gift, because this is where fulfillment is found.
There are times we get so caught up with what we are doing, we just want to finish it and be done with it. That’s where we are losing out on life’s little blessings. For example, you are a parent and need to get your child new cleats. In your busy schedule, you put it on your errands list, drag your kid with you, get them fitted, buy the shoes, and race off to tackle the next items on your list. While you accomplished what you needed to do, did you take the time to enjoy the moment? What if I was to tell you that would be the last pair of cleats you would buy them, and there would be no more moments like that because they grew and don’t need your help, they are busy doing something else. No guilt trips here, it’s just what happens in life, but reflecting back, did you stop and make the moment meaningful and enjoy it, or were you just trying to get it done? Now you are living the memory, it is what it is and you’ll never have those opportunities to enjoy the moment again with your kid.
We see similar type examples all over the place, not just with our kids, but other friends and families. We are even guilty of this at work, when we could invest in our peers rather than move from one thing to another. Can you imagine taking that one moment to share with a peer that represents the work and cause you both share at whatever employer you have. I know it seems abstract, but when we enjoy where and who we are with and for, this mindset is transformative. Maybe we would have more job satisfaction that leads to higher productivity and job fulfillment. How would this transfer from work to your personal life? All things lead to one another. We are all connected in some way, but we have to understand that we cannot relive these moments once they pass. Time is the most unforgiving aspect of life and your understanding that you need to take action now, and not later, is the way to achieve the life you want. Live it now, not later. Look to the present, not the future. Appreciate now so you won’t regret later. It seems like a simple process, because it is. You just need to give yourself permission to do this, unlike what the world has blockaded you into believing.
You have the choice. You are in complete control to see this and do what you need to do. You make this decision now. Be what you always wanted to be, and seize this moment. Transform you present for the sake of your future. We are allowed this freedom, and you should use it to benefit your life. Don’t allow doubt, guilt, or fear prevent you from giving yourself life’s gift… your present. Today’s present everyday leads to a lifetime of rewards and moments that were lived to its max by cherishing what you have in front of you. Make today tomorrow’s memory, and live the life you have always dreamed of. No one is preventing you from it, and no one can take this away from you. You have to do this for yourself. Life is not perfect, but it is beautiful. Life is not easy, but allows you to step to challenges you weren’t meant to face to become the person you are supposed to be. Live today as if it was your best moment. When you look back, you’ll realize how special every little moment was.
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Written By Chris Hulme ( aka – Coach Hulme ) #CoachHulme #ChrisHulme #TheHulme
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