We only have this one life to live. Just one life. But there are so many things we don’t get to choose when we are born into this world. So many factors that are out of our control. For example: our family, the country we are born into, the culture and religion of our society and family, our physical appearance, etc.
But we do get to choose what we do with our life. That is an interesting subject to me. The fact that we are blessed with this chance of life, to have a go at walking out this life with what we are given, it’s actually a gift that’s loaded with potential. Some of us may be born into wealth but have physical difficulties, some of us into poverty but with a strong family network. Some may have incredible opportunities thrown their way, others be gifted with amazing talents to wow us all. Some may have a disability and struggle with pain every day, others with great health or maybe a buzzing personality that draws others to themselves. Some may make people laugh, others may help us reflect and think more deeply. Basically we are all different, in opportunity, personality, talents, wealth, health, appearance and the list goes on….
But no matter what we are given in this life, we are all loaded with such great potential and possibilities. The potential to make new friends, heal broken relationships, learn new skills and develop new talents, build careers, build memories, overcome difficulties, make huge milestones, live through sickness and pain, inspire others and again the list goes on. I am always encouraged to read how successful people have been able to overcome difficulties in their life and been able to turn things around. I recently reposted a short video on facebook that caught my attention. It showed how many famous names had overcome obstacles to become who they are known as today. One such celebrity was Oprah Winfrey who used to be a very poor and unknown mum who is now a wealthy tv presenter who turned her life around. These stories inspires me so much. To know that life can be good or get better if things are tough. To know that whatever adversity we may face, we can use it, or maybe take advantage of it or overcome it to do good. These things don’t have to overwhelm us and dictate to us that this is going to be a rubbish life.
I’ve been meditating on this recently, maybe because I’m realising that I’m getting older (obviously!) and time is passing much quicker than I’d like. I don’t want to live in regret or wishing this or that had or hadn’t happened. I want to be as present as possible (by that I mean enjoy and make the most of each moment as it comes, no matter what). I would like to be satisfied with my relationships and be thankful for all I have and live a full life no matter what obstacles come my way. I’d like to live as much as I can without fear, worry, doubt, unforgiveness or envy stopping me or holding me back. Is this at all possible? I think it can be if we choose to live this life knowing it’s the only life we are going to live and make the most of it. After all, life can be too short, I’m guessing we all know how quickly circumstances can change.
One guy who I watch on Facebook is an inspiration to all, he was born without any limbs and it affected his life pretty badly. At one point when he was young he wanted to give it all up and end his life. But he came to a turning point. He decided to not let himself be limited by a life with no limbs and something amazing happened. His decision to not give up but embrace the part of his life that he couldn’t change dramatically altered his life. He now travels the world with his wife and 2 kids, inspiring people to not give up and speaks to thousands at a time in huge auditoriums. He continues to post inspiring messages to people encouraging them to take hold of life and push through when there’s difficulties. He also found faith in God, realising He is loved with an eternal love. There’s a lot to be learned from such people! So inspiring!
So, I’d like to encourage you to take hold of this life that you’ve got. Enjoy it, embrace all your been blessed with, don’t let obstacles bring you down, enjoy the people in your life and remember you are loaded with potential and we can all achieve so much in this world if we allow ourselves to (I’m talking to myself here too)! Keep dreaming, be blessed and inspired. Jess x
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