In the past, I knew early that we cannot always have what we want in life. But I realized late that unhappiness is doing no good to the heart and mental well-being.
Now I have to reframe my thinking and keep
‘talking’ to myself: Life can be simple with little needs. You have enough and
may be already more than some people. You don’t need more. Just be happy with
what you have.
In the past, I tried very hard to influence
and change others’ thinking and mindset for solutions to problems.
Now, I realize change is not possible without
power and self-empowerment. I have since stopped trying to change others. I can
only change myself to adapt to the weird world. Frustration and sulk can only
worsen one’s mental health. Avoid them always.
In the past, I’d get frustrated and upset when things did not turn up right or in my favour.
A Zen monk once said: We
cannot change what happens in life, but it is within our power to decide how to
deal with what happens. It’s about preparing yourself. It’s about accepting
reality for what it is.
Now I have to accept reality for what it is and things I cannot change.
Some said: Change what you can and can what
you can’t.
Things are not looking good this new year and many things are not in my favour. I have little choice but to keep running forward in the tough terrain ahead. I wish all my friends and fans:
A Happy Lunar New Year.
May the new dragon year brings joy, prosperity and happiness to you and your family.
