Hey there, it's great to be back with you all for my weekly audio journal.
As I was sitting down to prepare for this episode, I came across a quote from the great Greek philosopher, Epicurus, that really caught my attention.
It goes like this: "Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not. Remember that what you now have was once among the things you only hoped for."
These words really hit home for me, and I've been contemplating them a lot lately. It's funny how we humans tend to have a negative bias in our thinking.
We often want what we don't have, and forget to appreciate what we already do.
I think this is especially true when it comes to work and business. When we're working for someone else, we dream of being our own boss and having the freedom to do what we want. But when we finally achieve that goal, we often find ourselves worrying about our purpose and success. We think that once we have a lot of customers and our business is growing, we'll finally be happy. But then we become stressed and overworked, wondering if it's all worth it. It's a never-ending cycle, and I've certainly found myself caught up in it before. But that's why I think it's so important to practice gratitude, no matter where we are in life. We need to remember to appreciate what we have, instead of always yearning for something more. For me, this means taking time each day to reflect on the things I'm grateful for. It could be something as simple as the sun shining outside, or a conversation I had with a loved one. I also try to be present in the moment, noticing the sights, sounds, and sensations around me. I know it's not always easy to feel grateful, especially when times are tough. But I truly believe that it's one of the most powerful tools we have for cultivating happiness and contentment. So wherever you are in life right now, I encourage you to take a moment to appreciate all that you have. Because once upon a time, it was exactly what you wanted.
Thanks for listening, and I'll catch you all next time.
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