Nobody can change the direction of the wind, but we all can adjust our sails to reach the destination. Likewise, trees, usually, don’t change their roots, but their leaves. In view of this, whatever we have planned in the past year and could not make it possible, there will be another chance to make it happen this year. The new book of this year has just flipped its first page and their will be over 360 more pages to make your dreams come true and fulfil all plans and ambitions.
The year 2022 bid farewell and 2023 has just opened up its 12-chapter book. Another year of success and happiness has just passed and with every new year, comes greater challenges and obstacles in life. There is no regret to the missed opportunities and unfulfilled dreams; just think of the great year and wonderful times. Have the courage, hope and faith to overcome all the struggles that comes across along the way.
Everyone had some dreams planned in 2022, but unfortunately some of which have not been fulfilled. Some people got disappointed and discouraged for not having their dreams come true. However, there is always a second chance to re-work on missed opportunities and unachieved plans. As it has been said after darkness, there is always light; we are reminded of this every morning, but somehow, we don’t see it. All that we need is to stay positive and learn the lessons from the past year.
In fact, one has to think of himself as a product of the past, but s/he should not be a prisoner of the past. One becomes a prisoner when s/he sticks to what no longer exists. The rough days and unpleasant experiences build the character, endurance and strength. Hence, nobody shall get tired and distressed, rather keep persistent and don’t quit whatever being chased or planned to achieve. Khalil Gibran, said “Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars.”
Therefore, remember that if you are brave enough to say goodbye to the past, life will reward you with a new hello. It may be hard, but you can let go; you must do so in order to have a better start for the future. When a wall blocks your path, just knock it down and build steps out of its remnants. Don’t just be who you are and stand where you are; move, evolve, change, grow and become better each day. Just never stop dreaming, chasing your dreams and believing in yourself. Step out of your comfort zone, let go your discomfort and stress.
Whatever did not happen last year, you will have the time to do it this year. The inability to make things on time is not a failure as lessons are learnt from unsuccessful experiences.
Our most beautiful dreams are born from our most unpleasant nightmares. Charlie Chaplin advised, “Smile, though your heart is aching. Smile, even though it is breaking. When there are clouds in the sky, you will get by if you smile through your pain and sorrow. Smile and maybe tomorrow, you will see the sun comes shining through for you”.
Life can be hard and achieving goals can be difficult too, but one has to stay focused and positive as much possible. You never say die to challenges and disappointments, never be discouraged in life and never give up on your faith and hope. Just keep pressing and there is a light at the end of the tunnel. As the New Year dawns, I hope it is filled with promises of a brighter tomorrow. You just dare to make changes and improvements and adjust your sails to make your growth a priority.
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