Because I suck at finding inspiration to sit and write about, I decided to get started with a stream of consciousness piece. Here it is:
I believe everything happens for a reason. Every action has an equal and opposite reaction. One door closes, another opens. Insert a multitude of other such cliches here.
Often it is hard to see past the negative aspects to this crazy, dramatic thing called life. One word has hardly ever held so much room for interpretation or emotional turmoil. Some see life as a blessing or gift, others as a curse. How is one's lot in life determined? Why do bad things happen to good people? Is Karma broken? Is Karma real? The human race has often wondered about its place in "the grand scheme of things", as they say. Are we alone in the universe? Does a god preside over all of creation? And what does that say about those who choose to believe in such a power that may or may not exist? What does that say about atheists?
Are humans meant to be strictly logical creatures, living as empirical scientists? Are we meant to be intuitive, emotional creatures--living passionately and without law or governance?
Many say that in order to survive you must be able to adapt. Why is it then, that little pebbles survive longer on this terrestrial planet than living people, who are always searching for self-improvement? The adaptability theory seems flawed.
These are big questions about life and the human experience. I don't know the answers. Maybe I'm not supposed to. Maybe I can't; human comprehension only goes so far. We don't even know how to use the entire capacity of the brain's ability to function and process information.
All I really know is who I am and how I experience the world around me. I live both passionately and rationally, I believe in Karma and I believe that there may be some power, god(s) or goddess(es) in the universe overseeing the grand scheme of things--making sure that the balance of the universe is always in check.
I do not, however, believe that this is an excuse to lay back and let the pieces fall where they may. All humans have power in that they can make decisions. If you want your life to be different, then have the courage to make the necessary changes. Be an active participant in your life. If you want something, go after it!
Sometimes even after putting in all that hard work things will not go the way you envisioned. You know what? That's okay. It wasn't time for you to go down that path yet. You have more to learn and more experiences to obtain before taking that path. Have faith in your life. Believe that you are exactly where you are meant to be at exactly the right time (even if "exactly the right time" means you are currently 10 minutes late for work). Things happen for a reason.
Live your life the way you want. Do the things you want to be remembered for. Be fearless, and love and respect yourself. Never stop learning, never stop growing. Adapt if you need to, remain stagnant if you want to. The possibilities are endless.
From my brain to yours,
Megan
