As I grow older, I find that so many things I held as ultimate truth in my youth, are now not only relative, but sometimes completely obsolete. They said it would happen, but the prideful, slightly (OK, very!) stubborn side of me, was certain I had it all figured out by age 25.
As I write these words, I am trying not to fall into my recurring trap, but I really, really feel that I have FINALLY found the ultimate truth when it comes to happiness, at least mine. When it comes to my happiness, my key is to learn to live in the moment, just this one, and nothing else. I tend to be a worrier, you see. I spend so much time planning ahead and wondering about what is going to happen tomorrow, that I don't spend enough time enjoying what is right here in front of me. Granted, I am a work in progress, and as they say, the first step to recovery is accepting that you have a problem.
So here it is: My name is Elom, and I am worrier.
While on a walk at lunch a few days ago, I found myself away from all the noise of traffic, incessant construction, and found this little piece of peace. I closed my eyes, let the cold wind rush against my skin, and remembered that the small things really do matter in the moment.
Of course, I realize that this truth will very likely change a few years from now, when I realize that life has much more to offer, or has more challenges to place ahead of me. The beauty of it is though, that by the time I get to that place, I will be ready to learn that new lesson (at least, let's hope so...)
In the meantime, keep getting lost,
eed
