You know how people say time flies? Well, that’s a bit of an understatement. It doesn’t just fly; it rockets past you at full speed. The older you get, the faster it seems to go. My grandmother has been saying this all my life. The more the years slip away, the more I realise that trying to hold on to moments is like trying to catch the wind. Impossible, frustrating, and let’s be honest, a waste of energy.
Time Moves Quickly – Get Used to It
As much as we hate to admit it, time waits for no one. You blink, and suddenly it’s a new year, your friends have all aged (not you, of course), and you’re looking back, wondering where it all went. It’s wild, isn’t it? But instead of panicking or wishing things would slow down, maybe it’s time to accept that speed is part of it.
I’ve had so many moments where I’ve thought, “This is it. Life can’t get better than this.” And, of course, it did. Not that the moment wasn’t special, but it was just one of many. Those small moments – laughing with friends, enjoying a stunning sunset, or just gazing at the city skyline – they’re fleeting, but they’re also everything. It’s the little stuff, the everyday wonders that end up staying with us. We remember those more than the big ‘important’ occasions.
Gratefulness Is Your Only Option
A word I’ve been carrying with me for the last seven years is – Grateful. I try to be grateful for everything, and I mean everything. Because the truth is, all of it has led me to where I am now. Every experience, every win, every failure, every person I’ve met – they’ve all played a part in shaping this exact moment.
And when I sit in that headspace of gratefulness, I feel this odd sense of calm. It’s like nothing else matters because, in that instant, I need nothing else. It’s a weird sensation, being fully content with what you have, even if it’s just for a moment. It’s not about wanting more; it’s about appreciating what is. But then, inevitably, the moment ends. You wake up the next day, and the grind starts again.
The Grind Continues – But That’s OK
I’ve found that life is a bit of a balancing act between two states. One minute, I’m in total peace, basking in gratefulness for all I have. The next, I’m back at my desk, pushing forward, trying to get the next thing done. The desire to do more, have more, and achieve more is always lurking in the background. But it’s the hard work, the constant drive, that gives me the freedom to experience those moments of peace.
Sometimes, I think to myself, “How am I managing this? This life, these responsibilities, these side projects?” And sure, it’s tough. There are plenty of things that go wrong – frustrating problems, unexpected setbacks, you name it. Nothing ever goes exactly to plan, does it? But once I’ve closed my laptop and had some time to think, I find myself pondering, “I’m grateful for this.” For the work, for the challenges, for the fact that I get to be in a career that pushes me while also giving me the chance to stop and appreciate what I’ve built.
The truth is, life is always going to rush by. You’ll never slow it down, no matter how hard you try. But instead of stressing about it, maybe the trick is to lean into the chaos, be grateful for the moments you’re given, and keep moving forward.
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