ideas

We all have challenges. Challenges come with the territory of living. No one goes through life unscathed. It’s how we face the challenges that matters. We can let the challenges defeat us or we can master our challenges. How we handle our challenges shapes our character and determines our destiny. 

Why hold others up to a standard of perfection? We’re all flawed. Ballplayers strike out. Passes are dropped. We disappoint each other at times. It’s all part of human nature. When we are patient with ourselves and others, we can work through the missteps. We can help each other grow and improve.

There are times when we do things in hindsight we regret. Stop, think about the consequences. Imagine the course you’re about to embark on goes viral on the Internet. How will that make you feel? Temporary pleasures are not worth the long lasting pain.

There are many different viewpoints. No single viewpoint holds all the truth. Imagine being in a room and seeing what is in front of you. You’ll need someone else’s view to describe what is behind you. Together, both people have a clearer view of the room. It is the same in life. Viewpoints compliment each other, if we dare look for areas where they border each other.

The best decision you may make today is to stop making a bad decision.

Life changes the instant you do.

It takes hard work, trust, and patience to work through differences. If we set aside our wants, we become free to work toward something  that is better for all. 

If one is willing to learn, living awake and aware, life becomes the great teacher. The lessons, at times, may be hard, but they offer great truths. Don’t fear learning the lessons, you’ll come out much better than you went in. 

My happiness is not based on what others think of me. It is based on what I think of myself. Do I act nobly? Do I treat others with love and respect? Am I using my creative talents to their fullest? If I answer yes to these questions, chances are happiness is knocking at my door.