having an understanding within myself that no matter what bad things may happen to me, i have the ability to not only preserve through these things but use them to strengthen my character. not entirely in the way of stoicism as i believe that carries dumb stupid things with it but more absurdism. creating meaning from life by yourself. it is a sort of alchemy to convert that which occurs to us into increased kindness and gentleness and love
little has changed me as much as accepting the things i cannot change and acknowledging that one truth doesn't dictate another. i can have a hard day AND my friends still love me. iβve always had a tendency to spiral after going through something difficult or challenging and the idea of two things being true at once has kept me sane. itβs such a simple concept but itβs truly impacted me.
like... seriously. what's the harm in believing that everything will work out? obviously shit happens and there's definitely a chance things won't end up going your way, but what good does believing that serve you? does believing you won't succeed make your life better in any way? just want to think with more intention this year.. being more aware of how my thought patterns seep into my actions and behavior. it's so obvious, but it really is the simplest things that take the most time and effort to really understand.. i'd rather take on my life through a more optimistic lens than constantly expecting the worst, digging myself into a hole of self-pity and misery
in my opinion a strong contender for the most beautiful place in the usa. it feels like home to me and i cannot wait to be there again. hope you can make it there someday :)
