Inviting a Better Tomorrow

It’s been quite some time since I last reflected on the profound loss of what once felt like the ultimate aspiration of my life—a dream that I held close to my heart for many years. But lately I've been reminded time and time again of what could have been. Im reminded of the pieces of magic running through my blood when I dreamt of being someone different than who I am today. I imagined if I persevered long enough eventually I would reach my destination. I figured one way or another things would work out. Guess life always has a way of surprising you. It's definitely surprised me with how much I've failed. But then agagin I think failure is a universal truth that none of us can escape. It is a harsh yet integral part of the human experience, often presenting itself when we least expect it. However, I have come to realize that failure does not have to be an entirely destructive force in our lives.It's a tool that can be used to teach you incredible lessons in life. At least its surprised me in how much its taught me. It's taught me that even if the things you've imagined for yourself don't come out as planned that doesn't mean it's the end of the road. For me its taught me that even if I didn't get what I always wanted I've had the opportunity to be grateful for the small things in life. Even If its just a roof over my head it is still something to be thankful for. Even if its a change of perspective its still something, sometimes a life changing gift to be thankful and grateful for. I believe there is a type of responsibility that we are granted as long as we have breath in our lungs and a heart that beats and that is something to look forward to no matter what comes our way.

Now that might not always look the same or with a smile on our face but there is still that weight that has its strength.

A strength we could cultivate with intentionality.

For example I haven't had much luck in quite some time and it hurts to go through the life experiences I have gone through but the opportunity to have been able to change my perspective to what it is today truly saved my life. And as I go through what I go through I try to look for the small things that I can be thankful for.

It’s been quite some time since I last reflected on the profound loss of what once felt like the ultimate aspiration of my life—a dream that I held close to my heart for many years, nurturing it with hope and passion. This dream was not just a fleeting thought; it was a vision that shaped my identity and motivated my actions. But lately, I've been reminded time and time again of what could have been, as memories of that dream flicker like distant stars in the night sky. I am reminded of the pieces of magic that once coursed through my veins when I envisioned being someone different than who I am today, someone who had the courage to chase after their dreams without hesitation or fear. I imagined that if I persevered long enough and poured my heart into my endeavors, eventually, I would reach my destination, that elusive place where dreams and reality converge. I figured that one way or another, things would work out in my favor, as they often do in the stories we tell ourselves. Yet, life has a way of surprising you, often in ways that are both unexpected and challenging. It has certainly surprised me with how much I have faced setbacks and failures along my journey. However, I have come to understand that failure is a universal truth that none of us can escape. It is a harsh yet integral part of the human experience, often presenting itself when we least expect it, like an uninvited guest. Yet, in the midst of this harsh reality, I have come to realize that failure does not have to be an entirely destructive force in our lives. Instead, it can serve as a powerful tool that teaches us incredible lessons, lessons that can shape our character and resilience. At least, it's surprised me in how much it has taught me. It has shown me that even if the things you've imagined for yourself don’t come out as planned, that doesn’t mean it’s the end of the road. On the contrary, it has taught me that even if I didn't get what I always wanted, I have had the opportunity to cultivate gratitude for the small things in life that often go unnoticed. Even if it's merely a shift in perspective, it can become a life-changing gift, a lens through which I can view my circumstances with renewed hope and appreciation. I firmly believe there is a type of responsibility that we are granted as long as we have breath in our lungs and a heart that beats, a responsibility to seek out the beauty in our lives and to look forward to what lies ahead, no matter what challenges come our way.

Now, that might not always look the same or come with a smile on our face, but there is still that weight that carries its strength, a strength that can be nurtured and cultivated with intentionality and purpose.

This strength is not merely about enduring hardships but about transforming them into opportunities for growth and understanding. For example, I haven't had much luck in quite some time, and it hurts to navigate the life experiences I have gone through, each one leaving its mark on my spirit. Yet, the opportunity to have been able to change my perspective to what it is today has truly saved my life in ways I could never have anticipated. As I navigate through the tumultuous waters of my experiences, I make a conscious effort to look for the small things that I can be thankful for, whether it be a warm cup of coffee on a chilly morning or a kind word from a friend. These small moments of gratitude serve as anchors, grounding me in the present and reminding me that even amidst struggles, there is still beauty to be found. It is a continuous journey, one that requires patience and perseverance, but it is a journey worth taking, for it leads to a deeper understanding of myself and the world around me and the opportunity to invite a better tomorrow.