19 February 2012

Before you talk, listen. Before you react, think. Before you criticize, wait. Before you pray, forgive. And before you quit, try. All of these statements are things that I believe more people need to live by in this world. We all too often find ourselves not understanding everything that's presented to us. We never know what to always think, say, feel, or know. We use our best judgement, but there are times where that isn't always good enough. Life is such mystery, which makes most of it so much fun. I think that we find ourselves stuck in the same ruts in life, ending up doing the same old habits over and over again until we are truly sick of them. There is lots of room to change things up a bit and turn things around for not only the better, but also for the more exciting thrills that they will bring.

Not knowing where you're headed in life can be fun, but also scary. I think that while it's excellent to have a general idea of where you'd like to be going, it's better to dream really big and aim for it. Before you try anything, you have to plan a little and then really set yourself to it. Some people in this world think that if they put a little effort into it and just want something the most, that they'll earn it. That's hardly the case. I find that it's always the most hard-working person, the person that puts forth the most of their life and the most dedication that will end up with their full dreams as a reality. Nothing in life ever comes without hard work and determination. The least you can do is try.