Truths about Life: Changing How You Approach Life

Truths About Life...

The following article caught my eye: "20 Brutal Truths About Life That Will Change the Way You Think and Live", by Iva Ursano.


A summary of several of the key points, quoted from Iva Ursano, with several thoughts of my own:

"Life doesn't come with an instruction manual... 

...we’re all just doing the best we can with what we know. Life is full of opportunities, growth, and learning experiences. We can transform our mindset and take charge of our lives."

"Life throws hard curveballs...

it’s important to learn how to take the bad with the good."  After every storm comes the rainbow.

"We don't know how much time we have...

...say "yes" to life and adventure. Say "no" to anything and everything that doesn’t bring you joy."  Happiness comes from within. Don’t rely on external sources, such as money or possessions, to make you happy. Pursue meaningful experiences and relationships and learn to appreciate the little things.

"The past belongs in the past...

...leave the past behind, take the lessons you learned and move forward toward a brighter future. Hanging on to the past will keep you stuck there, and you’ll never be happy. We are not in control of the things that happen in our lives but we are in control of how we react to them. You can start over at any age."  

You're stronger than you think...

...you’ve survived 100% of the things life has thrown at you.   You can get through anything."

"You're not stuck...your life is up to you. 

If you want to change jobs, cities, countries, relationships, whatever, you absolutely can."  We can feel like we don’t have control over our lives, and that our choices are limited. You have the power to choose your life’s direction. You have the power to take control and create the life you want.  

"Gratitude brings joy and miracles...

...count your blessings, not your problems, and watch how life gives you more things to be grateful for."

                                        Photo:  L. Newman.  Northern Lights, Anchorage, AK.

"Your thoughts control your life...

...if you think you’re smart, and successful, well, your life will reflect that too."

We need meaningful purpose 

...to feel satisfied in life.  Without outside expectations, and schedules and with time fully your own, you can create a new version of the life you have really wanted. 

"Your life is a result of your choices..."  

To change your life, change your choices.  If we want to live a happy and fulfilling life, then we need to make choices that align with our values and goals. We have the power to shape our lives with the choices we make.

                                                    Photo: C. Nash.  Creede, Colorado

Finally, don’t be afraid to ask for help. You don’t have to do it alone. Reach out to friends, family, or professionals who can provide support and advice.


Call to Action: I can create a renewed version of life that I have wanted to live...


RESOURCES THAT MIGHT BE HELPFUL..

20 Brutal Truths About Life That Will Change the Way You Think and Live (msn.com)

 7 Uncomfortable Truths About Life Everyone Should Accept. Change your mind, change your life.  Mathew Royse.  

"Dare to Discover Your Purpose: Retire, Refire, Rewire."   George Jerjian. 


Uncomfortable Yet Liberating Truths About Life: Accept Them to Permanently Change for the Better

12 Hard Truths About Retirement.  12 Hard Truths About Retirement (msn.com)


SO...What'd we miss??


What truth(s) about life have been most meaningful to you?

 

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