Dare To Sail

Reflecting on my past and evaluating my decisions can be challenging. However, I harbor no regrets for any choices or experiences as they were all necessary and integral to my upbringing.

Historically, I've remained in the backseat, merely observing my life carried by the waves of existence. For the longest time, I had no inkling that I could be the driver of the car. It took me a while to realize that the car I was in represents the vehicle I operate today. Every decision, action, and plan stems from that vehicle, and where it leads depends on how I maneuver it.

I used to sit back and let others bump into my car, accepting it as fate. If I was stuck, I'd stay stuck, and if I mustered enough courage, I'd try to push the car, even if it was beyond my control.

Fast-forward to today, I comprehend that I had the power all along to influence my path. If I chose to go east, I'd end up further east; if I drove south, I'd head more south. My decisions and actions determine my destination. It's absurd to think that going south would somehow take me north.

In essence, if I wanted to quit playing video games, making the conscious decision to play one minute less every day would eventually lead to complete cessation. Even with nine hours of daily play, consistent effort over time could bring me to a point where I'd stop. Imagine the progress with 5-10 minutes less each day.

Being the observer of life allowed me to accept the circumstances that came into contact with my existence. However, there's another side to the story: being an active participant in life. If faced with an undesirable situation, I have the option to change its course. Even small steps, like playing one minute less of video games each day, can lead to a significant transformation.

Now that I know I can direct my life, it's just a matter of time before I arrive where I desire. Thanks to past experiences, I have the opportunity to grasp both sides, providing me with a complete view of the situation. If I had only seen one side, I would have understood only 50%, but growing from one end to the other gives me a 100% perspective.

Trust yourself and the process, be patient, kind, and loving to yourself. Everything takes time; some things progress quicker than others. We all end up in the same place eventually, so there's no rush =)<3

Over n out,
-Tien