Reason To Be

My life does not always look exactly like I want it to. That's kinda besides the point, isn't it? Life is what you make of it, regardless of what it looks like.

What does matter is how you feel about that life. Do you choose to smile simply because it feels good? Do you provide kind words when you feel low? Neither of these depend on your situation.

Long-term happiness truly depends on your ability to notice things around you and appreciate the details. Even if you had everything you could want, there will still be highs and lows in life. Learning to enjoy the little things means you can find happiness and peace when something goes wrong, disappointed yet determined, knowing the simple pleasures are really what count and what will help you through to whatever comes next.

Find joy in the moment. It doesn't matter if it is small or inconsequential. We all have goals and dreams, the want of having a meaningful life, to positively affects others with our actions. Happiness is a choice, and while it is not always easy to make that decision, you will be better for it.

Happiness isn't as much about what you have, but rather what you do with what you have. What you have changes; how you decide to work with what you have is up to you.