Have you ever experienced going on your Instagram account and you see all those pictures of people who seem to be having the best time of their life? Have you ever wondered why a lot of people you know seem to have already figured things out in their life while you're just laying on your bed, surfing the internet and absolutely doing nothing significant? Maybe not but I have experienced these multiple of times before. How I have overcome those thoughts and feelings is what I'm going to share with you now.
It's simple, really. I have started with myself. Once you start doing your own thing, the time will come that you're already having the best time of your life without you even noticing it's coming. Everyday, I try my best to make myself happy by loving everything about who I am. I can't be happy solely by the love of others. I've learned that the hard way. I need both.
So how can one truly love himself? First, don't apologize for what you feel. It's okay to cry and feel sad at times. Everyone experiences it too. Some of us just have a better way of hiding it. If the person you love finds you difficult then change. But if it's just for the people who have no importance in your life, why please them? Not all people will like you no matter how good you think you are. Embrace your sensitivity.
Second, do something you like and devote your time to it. It may take you quite some time before you find something you're passionate about. Just keep looking for things that you are interested to do and once you find it, the wait will be worth it. As for me, I like things that every girl likes too. Makeup. Fashion. Travelling. Healthy Living. I may not have the "lifestyle goals" but my desire to get the things I want are what keeps me awake at night and it's a great feeling.
Third, if you plan on doing something great then make sure that you do it for yourself. Don't do it for others unless it's for your loved ones. It's yourself that you have to impress because you can also be your biggest critic. Never put yourself down because there are people who will be willing to do that for you.
Fourth, always try something new. Even if you have found your passion already, don't stop trying new things. You don't have to try only the cool things. You can start small. Shop at a different mall. Try walking instead of driving if the place that you're going to is just near. Try to stay under the sun for even just a minute longer. Try a different brand of cereals. Jog at a different route. Eat at a different place. Try a different perfume. There are a still a lot of things in this world than you can still do. You don't even have to spend a lot of money. There's probably a place in your neighborhood that you haven't checked out before.
Fifth, try listening to music you haven't heard before or you haven't paid attention too. Listening to music is a great way to feel alive especially if you're listening to upbeat ones. Don't forget to dance to it. Try doing it first thing in morning so you'll get excited to start your day even if you don't really have anything planned.
Sixth, try to thank God more often. Be grateful even just for the little things. This way you'll be more excited when you get new things because you'll feel like it's another blessing. Remember that no matter how small the things that you get are, there are a lot of people who doesn't even have anything. There are people who don't have a roof over their heads, a steady source of income or food and new clothes to wear.
Fourth, always try something new. Even if you have found your passion already, don't stop trying new things. You don't have to try only the cool things. You can start small. Shop at a different mall. Try walking instead of driving if the place that you're going to is just near. Try to stay under the sun for even just a minute longer. Try a different brand of cereals. Jog at a different route. Eat at a different place. Try a different perfume. There are a still a lot of things in this world than you can still do. You don't even have to spend a lot of money. There's probably a place in your neighborhood that you haven't checked out before.
Fifth, try listening to music you haven't heard before or you haven't paid attention too. Listening to music is a great way to feel alive especially if you're listening to upbeat ones. Don't forget to dance to it. Try doing it first thing in morning so you'll get excited to start your day even if you don't really have anything planned.
Sixth, try to thank God more often. Be grateful even just for the little things. This way you'll be more excited when you get new things because you'll feel like it's another blessing. Remember that no matter how small the things that you get are, there are a lot of people who doesn't even have anything. There are people who don't have a roof over their heads, a steady source of income or food and new clothes to wear.
Lastly, make it a habit to look at yourself in the mirror. Vanity is not really a bad thing as long as you don't brag to others about how good-looking you think you are. Wear makeup if you want. Just make sure that you love what you see. You may ask others for opinion but know when to stick with what you want for yourself.
There are actually a lot more things that I still want to share but I'm just not the type who likes reading long blogs and I'm assuming you're not too so I'll just have to cut it short. Thanks for reading!
Here's an old picture that makes me feel glad to be alive.
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