Ten Life-Changing Truths Reminding You How Powerful You Are

Read this if you feel overwhelmed.

We all have not-so-okay moments.

Life is a constant balance between highs and lows. One minute you’re enjoying the sunshine, the next you are brooding through darkness.

But that is also what makes life an adventure. You didn’t come here to comfortably stay in one place. There is no growth in stagnation. You wouldn't be yourself if you settled.

When you feel overwhelmed with challenges, keep in mind:

Life Goes on.

Every time your heart breaks, your loved one leaves your life, or some devastating news break out, step outside. Birds sing and play with each other. Flowers still bloom. The sun is still rising.

Becoming aware of your surroundings makes you present.

Anchoring yourself in the present moment lessens the pain because you stop ruminating about the past. You cannot be aware of the present moment and worry about the past at the same time.

Nature is the best therapist. It carries healing powers. Twenty minutes of forest bathing helps boost the immune system and lower cortisol levels.

People leave. Seasons end. It is all part of a greater order. Nature thrives on cyclicity. You will soon thrive again.

Birth is painful and delightful. Death is painful and delightful. Everything that ends is also the beginning of something else.

— Pema Chödrön

You Are One Decision Away From a Different Life.

If you feel unsatisfied with where you are, make it a point to move forward.

You can’t predict the future, and there is no guarantee that every choice will be spotless. But staying in the discomfort only because it feels familiar is worse than making a mistake and learning from it.

Your purpose is to evolve. Stillness means death.

You don’t have to make great leaps, but small steps. If something feels scary, it’s because it feels unfamiliar. Not because it is impossible.

Trust the unfamiliar. The unknown is where the magic happens. Make it a point to move forward.

Don’t dwell on what went wrong. Instead, focus on what to do next. Spend your energies on moving forward toward finding the answer.

— Denis Waitley

Consume Less.

Create more.

Keep a mental diet. What you eat determines your physical health. What content you consume determines your mental agility.

Watching TV, obsessive online shopping or scrolling through our Instagram feed makes us lazy. Don’t be half-hearted about life.

Get selective about what information shapes your identity. You don’t have to consume all the trash in the world just because it is available.

Creativity tempers your soul. Consumerism strips it of depth.

Your mental diet largely determines your character and your personality and almost everything that happens to you in life.

— Brian Tracy

Don’t Chase.

Appreciate the present moment. It can all be gone tomorrow.

When you stop the chase, you start attracting things, people, and experiences that fit as you are no longer vibrating in the energy of lack.

The less you chase, the less you worry, and the more energy you have for creating and enjoying your life. It is the best feeling in the world.

“Here and now” is your playground. It is the only thing you have influence over.

Quit thinking about what you could have done better, and what could be different.

When you leave the past, the mistakes, the “coulda, woulda, shoulda” out of the picture, the path gets clearer.

Acceptance of the present moment will keep you sane. We are a part of a greater order. Respect it. You will thrive.

The ability to be in the present moment is a major component of mental wellness.

— Abraham Maslow

You Are Not Responsible for the Happiness Of Others.

You are responsible for whether you wake up happy.

I understand that you want to come off as nice. But “nice” will get you nowhere special.

You can be respectful, and still promote clear-cut boundaries. Babysitting the comfort of others will eventually drain you.

Your attention to positive things is a tool for success. It determines the quality of your life. Instead of making others comfortable, spend that energy on figuring out what gets you out of bed in the morning.

When you wake up, water your thoughts with love, gratitude, and excitement for the day. It will give you the boost of energy to actively engage in life, instead of standing by.

Taking charge over your mind is a shortcut to happiness.

Your mind will take on the character of your most frequent thoughts.

— Marcus Aurelius

When You Look In The Mirror,

It is only to praise yourself.

When you think and speak good about yourself, you feel satisfied with your life. When you are fulfilled, you elevate others.

Positive self-talk works magic in all areas of your life. Celebrate yourself every day. The more you fall in love with your choices, the more powerful you become.

Liking yourself is a luxury you can afford.

To accept blessings, embody the energy that you are enough and deserving of good things in your life.

How you treat yourself reflects on all aspects of your life. Love yourself so much that the world has no choice but to love you back.

The inner speech, your thoughts, can cause you to be rich or poor, loved or unloved, happy or unhappy, attractive or unattractive, powerful or weak.

— Ralph Charell

Appreciation Will Get You Far In Life.

There is no complicated science behind gratitude. When you praise, you feel better. When you feel good, you do good.

Gratitude helps you overcome many health issues. It redirects your focus from negativity to the most glorious aspect of your life: love.

Once you perceive the world through the lens of gratitude, your life will become an adventure.

Give thanks for people in your life. Celebrate your body. Praise every morning you get to open your eyes. It is not a cliché. It is powerful witchcraft.

Criticism is just a form of procrastination. It gives you the illusion of control.

Change requires action. Criticism requires none.

You would rather label a situation as “bad” than change the uncomfortable. When you are preoccupied with the bad and the ugly, how are you supposed to have the energy to create the life of your dreams?

When you criticize others, you are only adding poison to your life.

The more man meditates upon good thoughts, the better will be his world and the world at large.

— Confucius

Don’t Try to Change People.

When you look in the mirror and don’t like the reflection, you don’t tamper with the glass. You change yourself.

People are your mirror.

The best way to improve any relationship is by shifting your approach toward it. Self-awareness is a key to a prosperous life.

Every situation has the potential to break your spirits. It is your attitude that determines the outcome of it.

Change your conception of yourself, and you will automatically change the world in which you live. Do not try to change people; they are only messengers telling you who you are.

— Neville Goddard

Chaos and Noise Are Overrated.

Silence is a gem. It holds all the answers.

Allow yourself to savour the little rays of joy peeking through your day. Sip your coffee in silence. Enjoy the sun coming into your room. Watch your kids play.

Unplug from the world to connect with yourself. Go within. It will change your life.

And silence, like darkness, can be king; it, too, is a language.

— Hanif Kurdish, Intimacy and Midnight All Day: A Novel and Stories

Being Single Is an Opportunity.

Riding comfortably solo is an art — it makes your life easier.

Learning how to be comfortable alone is better than being uncomfortable in a relationship. If a relationship doesn’t work out, you can move on, and you will be okay.

Embrace solitude instead of running away from it. It will make you a better human. Be your own person. Don’t change to fit someone. The right person will fit with the real you.

Get comfortable with your quirks. Turn them into superpowers. You will soar.

What a lovely surprise to finally discover how unlonely being alone can be.

— Ellen Burstyn

Bad days can seem scary. But there is a whole wide world reminding you how strong you are.

Step outside. Present moment brings relief and healing. Don’t overthink uncomfortable situations. Quiet your mind and go within.

You are a part of a great order. Life will throw curveballs, but you wouldn’t be here if you couldn't handle them.

The Universe has got your back, baby.

Thank you for being here, — Kate