2011 has been a year of subsequent wins and losses thus far. It’s kind of crazy because none of the losses have made me sad and none of the wins have made me boast. I’m taking it all in stride. Partly because I don’t know what’s going to happen next and because the things or positions I gain do not determine my success in life.
What I’ve learned through these four months is that 1) everything is temporary 2) face-value means nothing 3) give your all and you cannot be disappointed 4) realize that you’re worth more than others’ notion of your value. I’ve embarked on several endeavors that I would have never in my wildest dreams thought I would. But, everything happens for a reason.
It’s odd. I feel like I’m conditioning myself to be okay with things not happening the way I’d like them to. I guess I am, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Everything that has happened so far has led to something great occurring in my life! Whether the good or bad comes first, the end result is peace, understanding, growth and determination to become better. Instead of settling for what is given to me or waiting for the next opportunity, I’m going out and doing it myself. No one is going to hand you your life. No one is going to listen to your pity party about the things you’ve been through. What they will listen to is your decision to come out of it and change things.
That’s exactly what I’m doing: taking it all in, absorbing it, learning from it and moving forward into a brighter future. That’s the only way to ensure your greatness. Otherwise, we’ll be sitting back resting on our laurels or feeling sorry for ourselves.
Alex C.
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