Over the past years I have found myself often dwelling on things I cannot change. I was always told “you cannot control what happens to you, but you can control how you react.” That phrase always sent me over the roof mad because bad things in my life were constantly happening, and I never thought there was any possibility of ever being happy. So I remained angry, sad, and very pessimistic. But ultimately, what they say is true. Having peace and genuine happiness can only come from myself. All the distractions were just temporary, and they never lasted forever. And I was tired of always being hungry for something to set me on fire. So I decided to work on changing my perspective on how I react to things. It has given me a purpose in life. I am overwhelmed with the amount of love and acceptance I have for myself. All my shortcomings, failures, setbacks, heartbreaks, loses, and tragic events are opened with welcoming arms. I take the bad with the good and choose to learn something from it. Finding gratitude in all this mess has put me in such a positive head space and I live a more honest and happier life. I know that no matter what I will always be good because there is a lesson to be learned in everything and choosing to have peace is much better the being in dark head spaces.
SO, I recommend everyone try turning all your hurt, anger, and pain into gratitude. It is not easy, but it is worth it. We need to make sure we are taking care of ourselves and our wellbeing. Time does not belong to us, so make the most of the time you are given. Life is beautiful and embracing whatever comes your way is key to a happy life.