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LifeChoices #YouthfulLiving #FindingBalance
Hey there friends! ๐ Have you ever felt torn between what you’re "supposed" to be doing and what your heart truly desires? ๐ค I know I have, and it can be a real struggle.
As a 23-year-old working in the corporate world away from home, I often find myself questioning if I’m really living my best life. The constant messages of "don’t waste your life" from media, literature, and older folks can really mess with your head, am I right? ๐๐ถ
But here’s the thing – when do we actually get to choose how we want to live? ๐ Is it a matter of being too immature and taking these messages too literally, or is there truly value in making the most of our youth and avoiding regrets?
Here are some thoughts and possible solutions to consider:
- Evaluate your priorities: Take some time to reflect on what truly matters to you and what you want to prioritize in your life.
- Find a balance: Consider finding a balance between following your passions and meeting your financial needs. It’s possible to pursue your dreams while still being responsible.
- Explore your options: Don’t feel like you have to make a decision right this second. Explore different paths and see what feels right for you.
- Seek advice: Talk to older, wiser individuals who have gone through similar experiences. Their insights can be invaluable.
Remember, it’s okay to feel a bit lost and uncertain about the future. Just know that you have the power to make choices that align with your values and bring you fulfillment. ๐ Let’s navigate this journey together!
What are your thoughts on this? When do you think is the right time to start living life on your own terms? Share your insights below! ๐ฌ #LiveYourBestLife
Be mindful and present throughout your life. As above so below
You choose everyday what happens to you 10 years down the line.
From your extensive text, it appears that you have a deep love for your hometown but are struggling with the decision of whether to give up the economic opportunities in your current location, which offer access to money, material possessions, and other things. The dilemma lies in whether to leave behind the secure but somewhat mundane life you have now in favor of returning to a simpler place that is rich in life and meaning.
Ultimately, your choice will depend on your values. Some believe that the wealthiest individuals are those who have nothing, as they have no need for material wealth. If we look beyond the confines of this world, we see that God, who owns everything, actually possesses nothing and freely shares all that He has with His creation. Some of the poorest people in history, such as Socrates, Buddha, and Jesus, possessed great spiritual wealth and had no desire or attachment to earthly possessions. In a sense, they’re very rich.
Now, ask yourself. What do you value? Be honest with yourself and base your decision on that. Also you can always change your mind.
I don’t believe in anyone else defining a wasted life for anyone else. The media and popular culture just wants to keep you hungry and second-guessing yourself so that you consume and produce more in specific ways they deem acceptable, and hey, maybe part of that message is what you consider a non-wasted life.
You canโt take anyoneโs advice (real life or media) as 100% true. Itโs their view based on what theyโve interpreted about life. Remember, you get to decide if your life is wasted.
You havenโt told us what makes you happy? Being happy isnโt everything, but what would make your life feel โun-wasted?โ
Just have fun in the everyday. People need to work and clean. The idea is that you also find time to dance or sing or see friends or find beautiful nature or move your body. Do things which are meaningful and important to you like look after family, volunteer or donate, spread awareness. Have adventures- little ones, big ones. Make best friends and good friends and acquaintances. Meet someone you love.
Having one foot in each country must be very difficult for anyone. You can’t help but be pulled one way and then the other. It’s important that you find meaning in whatever you choose to do. Instead of a blanket statement “wasting my life”, congratulate yourself on what is going well and find a way to fill the gap with whatever it is you need, e.g. more contact with friends, volunteering in the community, joining a cooking club, etc. Find a way to have more fun in your life. It sounds like you’re in a rut…do something to shake things up and get you interested in life again. Take an art course, get creative, relax, enjoy, meet some interesting people, form connections…
Travel!whenever you have enough time or get a leave from office in every six months or three months for a week and explore new places !