Beth's Ponderings
If you were to write
out a list of everything you wanted in life for your loved ones, what would be
on that list? Why not pause and actually write it out right now.
And, what if you
were to write out a list of everything you wanted in life for yourself, what
would you include on your list? What are
your “must haves?”
Now, if you are
like the vast majority of people in this world, the first list will include a
majority of items such as health, happiness, comfort if they are going through
grief, peace of mind if they are experiencing worries or anxieties, and calm if
their lives are full of chaos and drama.
The second list,
again if you are like most people, will include a majority of items such as
vehicles, a larger home or second home, electronics and other technological
toys, more money, etc.
It is interesting
that we humans wish for pleasant states of mind and body for others, for ease
and happiness, yet for ourselves, we tend to wish for more “stuff.”
Yet, what we wish
for others, is really a sign of what we want and need ourselves, and shows what
we think is really missing from our lives.
While it might be nice to get the latest phone, or newest model vehicle,
at the end of the day, or the bottom of the list as it were, what we really
crave is the same as all people...happiness.
You can’t wrap up
happiness and peace of mind, but you can wrap your arms around those you love
and give them a hug, or smile at everyone you encounter during your day.
Beth
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