Lessons in Life
Posted 22 December 2008, 18:40 in Life Leave a Comment
As the year comes to an end, I take the time to look back at what lessons I have learned, things I have accomplished and hope to do in the New Year. For me, life has been busy (you can probably tell by the lack of postings on this blog). I look forward to the great opportunities in 2009. I also look forward to more blog posts too. Below is a quotation I found on Facebook that sums up my 2008:
Sometimes people come into your life and you know right away they were meant to be there. To serve some sort of purpose, teach you a lesson, or help figure out who you are or want to become.And some things happen to you that seem horrible, painful, and unfair; but in hindsight you realize that without overcoming those obstacles, you would have never realized your potential, strength, or willpower.
Everything happens for a reason. Nothing happens by chance or by means of good luck. Illness, injury, love, lost moments of true greatness, and sheer stupidity all occur to test the limits of your soul. Without these tests, life would be like a smoothly paved, straight, flat road to nowhere. It would be safe and comfortable, but dull and utterly pointless.
The success and downfalls you experience create who you are, and the bad experiences can be learned from. In fact, the lessons they teach us are probably the most poignant and important ones of all. If someone hurts you, betrays you, or breaks your heart, forgive them because they helped you learn about trust and the importance of being cautious to whom you open your heart. If someone loves you, love them back unconditionally, not only because they love you, but also because they are teaching you to love and open your heart and eyes to little things.
Make every day count. Appreciate every moment and take from it everything that you possibly can, for you may never be able to experience it again. Talk to people you have never talked to before, and actually listen. Let yourself fall in love, break free and set your sights high. Hold your head up because you have every right to. Tell yourself you are a great individual and believe in yourself, for if you don’t believe in yourself, no one else will believe in you.
—Author Unknown
Have an awesome 2009 everybody! :)
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