To Peace

Many times, we find ourselves wandering aimlessly in our lives, impatiently seeking answers to questions we do not have the answers to. Whether it is trouble with family, relationships, work, and all curveballs life throws at us that we seem to despise, we all find ourselves feeling the same emotions of agony and despair.

While I am not suggesting that you plaster on a fake smile and tell yourself that it simply is what is, it might be best to seek out the bits of light that shine through every situation that you find yourself in.

Not everything is all bad, and not everything is all good. Every situation simply is, and it is sent to allow your soul to grow and carve you into better versions of yourself than the ones before. Although not easy, there is much we can do to remind ourselves of the peace that exists within all matter, and the overall purpose this confusing journey seeks to fulfill.

How can we seek out this peace and take every situation in our stride?

First, remember that not everything is sent to destroy you. Seek out the good in every situation, though it may be hard at first. Write out all of the ways in which this situation can help you change for the better, whether physically, mentally, spiritually, or all three. Have a gratitude journal and begin to list out all of the things that this life situation can offer you, and turn it into an opportunity. You would be surprised at how drastic your situation can change when you shift your perspective.

Next, seek out these very lessons every experience offers and actually pay attention. Take notes. Listen. And begin to take action. Life will not change unless you do, and that is the power that you are given. Free will of action and reaction.

Be someone who is peaceful. You cannot be seeking the very thing that you do not seek to embody. Be a pleasant human being by bringing some form of joy into someone's life, no matter how big or small. Anything makes a difference, especially a beaming smile to lighten someone's cloudy day.

Lastly, seek to find meaning in all things. Everything that you are given is a gift. Any tool that helps you build up your life is a blessing that many are without, and just you having it is a sign that it is sent for you to use. Make the most out of all things and find meaning in even the mundane parts of life. When you find yourself in a rut and life seems to be on repeat every waking second, do something that is out of your regular routine. Go on a walk. Read an enlightening book at a cozy cafe. Hang out with a friend that makes you feel warm inside. Do the things that you feel will make you a better you. These are what will build you up and cause you to become wiser and a better version of your soul.

Remember, although not easy, you CAN be at peace with the situations you are in. Despite your difficult feelings at the moment, the baby steps that you take now will be the reason why you have moved mountains and ventured beyond where you are at the moment. You can be content with what life offers, and attract all the right opportunites and people by simply being a pleasant individual. It all starts with the right intentions, and soon these will turn into habits that will eventually become part of your vibrant being.