Life is not a checklist. It’s not a series of milestones to be achieved by a certain age or a certain point in time. It’s not about ticking off boxes and moving on to the next one. Life is a collection of moments – some big, some small, some life-changing, and some seemingly insignificant. And it’s these moments that make up the fabric of our lives.
As we go through life, we’re often told that there are certain things we should aim to achieve by a certain age. We’re told that we should have a certain job, be married by a certain age, have children by a certain age, and so on. But the truth is that these are just societal expectations, and they don’t necessarily reflect what we truly want for our lives.
Instead of focusing on achieving milestones, we should focus on creating great moments. We should aim to fill our lives with experiences that bring us joy, fulfillment, and meaning. These could be big things like traveling to new places, pursuing a passion, or starting a business. Or they could be small things like having coffee with a friend, watching a beautiful sunset, or reading a good book.
The beauty of focusing on great moments is that they can happen at any time and at any age. We don’t need to wait until we’ve achieved certain things to start living our lives. We can start right now, in this moment, by embracing the things that bring us joy and fulfillment.
Of course, this is easier said than done. We live in a world that’s obsessed with achievement and success, and it can be hard to break free from these expectations. But the first step is to recognize that our lives are not defined by milestones. They’re defined by the moments we create.
So, if you’re feeling stuck or unfulfilled in your life, take a step back and think about the moments that truly matter to you. What are the things that bring you joy and fulfillment? What experiences do you want to have? Once you have a sense of these things, start taking action to create those great moments. It’s not about achieving a certain status or ticking off boxes. It’s about living a life that’s rich with experiences, joy, and meaning.
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Joseph Omoniyi
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