This is something I came across on the net and I thought it
was pretty neat; it’s simple yet holds such a powerful message. I am going to
share with you how I relate and understand these words. The first
word is
TRUTH, the one thing we all claim to want in our lives, we
want people to always be honest with us and tell us the truth, but
when they share a truth we are not yet ready to deal with we lash out and
distance ourselves. There is nothing wrong with seeking the
truth, I'm all for it actually, the truth will opens doors that
you didn't even know existed, it broadens your horizon and expands
your mind, and if you are willing, it may even change you. Usually your
reaction will determine whether you grow or remain stagnant.
The second word is
FREEDOM, a basic human need I say. The freedom to
be anything and everything you want to be, the freedom to be you
without fear of judgment or rejection. This is another thing we claim
to want as humans, we dream about it. Plan for it, and even see ourselves
living it. Freedom carries with it the burden of
responsibility, whilst you are busy living, one should bear in
mind the rights and needs of others. You cannot be totally free until you can
help free another; we are connected after all, by
time, relations and situations. When you discover a truth that sets
you free from whatever chain, that was binding you, it is your responsibility
to offer the same courtesy to your fellow men, how they use it is entirely up
to them. You would have done your bit, started the process to self-actualization. Whoever chooses
to be free should realize that, with freedom come tolerance, variety and
options. When each person is on their path to self-discovery, they
may choose an alternative route to yours, one that you may not agree with,
support or even be able to live with, and when you come to
this realization, remember to practice tolerance and understanding,
and stay clear of judgment and condemnation.
The third word is
BELIEVE, a word that usually gets lot of flak
because it is confused with religion, I believe that every human being has
to believe in something far greater than them, something
that inspires them to do more and be more, something that compels them to change,
touch lives and give off themselves to others. Whatever forces that drives
and motivates you to be a better version of yourself,
to learn to fly without wings and soar to greater heights, to be daring,
fearless and confident. Believing in something is not always
easy, there will be outside forces that will derail you, make you question what
you thought you knew, and fill your mind with worry, anxiety and doubt. Be
prepared to fight tooth and nail for what you believe in, for you
will be taken to task. When your mind is right and you have your
ducks in a row, whatever problem you might come
up against you will be able to tackle head on and come out
victorious.
The fourth word is
CHILL, take a breather, relax and just
appreciate each moment. With the struggles and hassles of everyday
life and trying to survive, taking time out to smell the roses is a luxury most
cannot afford. Life will have you in a tail spin trying to make the ends meet,
that everything else in between is deemed unnecessary and self-indulgent,
but it is good for your soul that every now and then you take time out to just
be, to get lost in your world and discover yourself or work on yourself. To
take in all that nature has to offer and find your place in it, for the body to
perform all the duties, the world expects of it, the soul and mind have to find
peace. You have to block out the noise and just be. Recharge and refuel, so you
may be able to meet your obligations and life's duties.
The fifth word is
DREAM, we hear this all the time, never stop
dreaming and believing in yourself and your goals, if you work at
something long and hard enough, eventually it will pen out. Sometimes
you might have to go back to the drawing boards and rework your dream, but you
should never give up. I know it’s easier said than done right, I mean there is
only so much rejection a person can take but I have learned that if
you don't view it as rejection, but failure of others to envision
what you do, then you won’t give up on yourself or your dreams. There will always
be naysayers but if you nurture what is most important to you, you
will be able to focus on that and block out the noise of everything
else that doesn't serve you or your purpose. Daydream, see it in your
mind’s eye, then bring it to life, only you hold the key to that.
