I recently decided to play a little thought experiment regarding sound values to live by. I thought what would I say if I only had a few moments to live and I had the opportunity to address the entire world, or at least those who had access to technology that made this address capable, and I also had their undivided attention. I came up with 6 things.
1. There are very few things you can be certain of in life. Understand and accept this, make this the lens for which you view the world through.
2. As life goes by, we sometimes find ourselves in rather ill-tempered moods which may lead to us taking it out on those we care about, or perhaps that guy who sits in the cubicle next to you. Rather than blaming and lashing out on others, look deep within yourself and you may find out that what truly ills you is something of your own bidding or fictitious imagination.
3. Forgive, learn to forgive others and learn to forgive yourself, but don't do it simply to gain back something you lost. If a branch breaks in a storm, you can not have the same one back. You can only learn from what happened and eventually grow a new one.
4. Don't live everyday like it's your last, but rather, live everyday like you want to make the world a better place for all. Spread laughter and smiles, show compassion and understanding, work hard, and be sure to give opportunities to those who are willing to work hard for them.
5. In some way shape or form give someone else all of your love and accept theirs back. Treat it well, for it may be the most precious gift within existence.
6. Finally, to steal a quote from someone you may have heard of, " Life is what happens while you're busy making other plans," - John Lennon. Whether or not your childhood dreams come true, if things happen for a reason, or we simply make reason out of things that happen, the only thing that truly matters is that you make sure to take the time and enjoy the beautiful aspects of life itself.
Be true to yourself, follow the above steps, and things should fall into place.
It's been a while since I posted something last, but I hope you all enjoy this and have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday.
Best,
Mark
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