We are living at a time when it is become increasingly difficult to attain a state of mind that will enable us to fully understand and appreciate our own needs, leave alone those of the people living with and around us. We are forced to prioritize secondary acquisitions such as grades, social standing, and reputation that in reality have little to no role to play in the shaping of the innateness of the individual. This constant rush to get somewhere and become something has managed to make us forget our that our basic duties should be performed first as individuals with separate lives and wishes, and then as individuals belonging to specific ages, social groups. In following such rigid norms, we give up the right to satisfying our intrinsic needs: internal peace and finding daily, a single moment of happiness.
Happiness
Such a simple sounding word but can anyone ever define it in a manner so as to fully explain its genuine meaning? Perhaps not and that is exactly what being truly happy is all about. It can come as an inexplicable rush resulting from a piece of good news or simply the feeling of waking up to a beautiful day. It cannot be confined, is limitless, and more often than not is accompanied by mild to moderately high euphoria. All you have to do is be present in that moment to soak up all the good vibes and positivity floating around you. So how can one feel this bout of bliss changing the face of an otherwise dull day? There are a couple of simple, apparently insignificant ways to secure this coveted state of being, which though temporal can bring along a sense of calm, balance and fulfillment. Let us see if it is possible and more importantly, achievable.
a. Every morning when you wake up, give yourself a moment before diving right back into the chaos of social life. Let your phone be, let your laptop and iPad be, just lay there with yourself before the world cages in on your time. Make your morning coffee/tea and walk through the scattered thoughts or simply sip on it with a vacant mind before slowly regaining control over the brand new day.
b. It is important that you leave for school or work feeling pleased. Take time to pick out your clothes or make yourself a great breakfast, if you are up for it. Add your favorites: a gorgeous sunny side up,freshly buttered toast and maybe also a plate of crispy bacon! OH DAY MADE!
c. Carry a journal to scribble on throughout the day. Make little notes and observations for you to reflect on later. No one needs to be a writer to require a journal because writing like the other forms of expression only helps individuals in dealing with situations where their spoken words are mostly unheard. Scrap grammar, scrap intellect, scrap meaning. Just keep that notebook handy for you to collect your thoughts from time to time.
d. If you're feeling slightly low, go out and buy yourself something nice. Be it a pair of earrings, THAT dress or something priceless like a book or a dozen of flowers. Take my word for it, you'll be returning a completely different person altogether.
e. Call an old friend or an old acquaintance. Write a letter to someone living away. Buy a stranger a meal. Stop by a pet store and cuddle with an animal. Do something for someone today, however little. The gift of satisfaction in return is priceless.
f. Move your stuff around and make room for yourself. Hang photographs, change the curtains, add a few comfortable pillows. Insert life and light in your personal space. Pin your favorite thought on your mood board and tick off from your to-do lists. Or better, make a new to-do list altogether.
g. Call your friends, pack an overnight bag and hit the road. Nothing fancy, maybe a short trip somewhere nearby. Breathe a different air. Laugh to your heart's content. Take tons of silly photographs. Make a new memory.
h. Plug in your earphones and just dance like no one is watching. Be it a tune that brings out your inner ballerina or a number that leaves you with sore feet, panting for breath. Let go of your inhibitions and simply break free for now. Anybody can dance, remember?
Plan your day, set your goals and live your own life. Do not for a moment allow someone to shadow your inner fabulousness. Ask them to leave or pack up and leave yourself. You did not slog through your entire life, to get where you are and have to hide your abilities for someone who clearly does not want to see it. You are great and you deserve great things. So most importantly, surround yourself with people who have the heart to appreciate it.
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