It’s so frustrating to wait for the thing we are waiting for. When we realize we don’t have things we wished for, it’s easy to get trapped in despair and desperation. Unconsciously, we hold back part of ourselves. We think we are not worthy for happiness. We think that if we “suffer” a bit longer, things may come faster. Of course we might feel miserable in waiting process. But we don’t have to purposely torture ourselves in the process.
Worrying doesn’t help
Whatever your belief is, it’s important to remember that worrying is not going to help with anything. Unless you take action or steps toward your goals, being anxious in your bed at night will not change your circumstances.
But what if the problem is not something I could change? What if the only thing I can do is to think about it?
Then, the right question should be “what can I achieve by worrying about this now?”
Dream can seem bigger than life, but it doesn’t guarantee lasting happiness
We can dream anything. We can dream about better car, better house or even better life in general. We can dream about fame and power. But will that make us happy then?
Of course we have our share of fulfilled dream. For example, remember the first time you bought the toy that you’ve always wanted? Did it feel that the toy can change your life? Of course, it’s not as wonderful as it is now. The joy faded away and it’s replaced by better and more expensive toys.
If our happiness is only based on how successful we are, then our happiness will be very difficult to achieve. Instead of steady flow of joy and excitement, our lives will be full of struggle. There will be several glimpse of happiness, but this can easily be replaced by our next goal.
Learn to enjoy the process right now
It is admirable to work hard and being diligent to achieve our dreams. But we are never taught to enjoy the journey.
Often, we feel “unworthy” to enjoy things before it happens. Or sometimes, we are waiting for success, before we live the life we always wanted. As if our success is a condition before we take any step. But what if, we missed many wonderful experiences and opportunities while we only looking up ahead? Is it possible that we forget to smell the flowers that bloom along the way?
What if the happiness is found in the journey, instead of our destination?
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