Thursday Talk

Complaining is human nature. None of us are happy all of the time. We have our moments. Unfortunately, there are those that extend the "whining" if you will, longer than normal and become profoundly lost in it. I'm guilty of that from time to time, like any other person, but I don't make a habit of it. I seriously feel it can become an addiction. People get used to voicing their frustrations, bitterness, anger, unhappiness, etc..that life on a different day without it may seem abnormal. It's almost similar to cigarette smoking. They know it's not healthy and that it may eventually kill them, but still they continue to smoke. Nothing is done to change or improve their situation even though the facts are laid out on the table. Before you fall into this deep black hole, stop yourself. It may be cliche, but when you're able to recognize or be aware of those around you who have it worse, it does give you an inner perspective of your own present life. Not so bad, right?

Often times, we forget how lucky we are in our lives because we're so absorbed in our own drama. We take loved ones for granted and not value the relationships that we have with those close to us. Our thinking is more concentrated on what is here and now. Getting used to something or someone happens. It's not until we are thrown a loss or tragedy that we become grateful. How about when we stumble on a glimpse of someone else's dysfunctional world that we feel blessed. Why does it have to come down to that? Again, it's all about self-pity and self-centeredness. Life isn't a bowl of cherries and a barrel of monkeys. It's never going to be exactly how you want it. It's the way you deal with each obstacle and that ball coming from left field. When you grasp hold of whatever is tossed your way, figure out what needs to be done and solve it efficiently. Don't waste time feeling sorry for yourself and wishing that someone else would make things better for you. No one is responsible for your own happiness.