Who wouldn’t want to live a happy and careless life that doesn’t have problems and difficulties? I know I would. But sadly bad things never ask for our permission to happen. Life is dual, it has its good sides and bad ones, happy and sad moments, that’s what makes it whole.

Recently I’ve been going through some tough and stressful time, which made me realize 3 very important things. We often talk or think about them, but never fully comprehend them until things get really bad. So, I decided to share the thoughts I’ve had the past few days. I know I’m not inventing a bicycle, but hopefully it will inspire you somehow.

1. The importance of close people. Nowadays all these trendy coaches and modern psychologists claim that you need to instantly cut off all the toxic people, whether it’s your friends, relatives or members of your own family, because apparently they’ll bring you down and won’t allow you to develop spiritually and you don’t need that kind of negativity in your flawless life. First of all, that is all bullshit, cause a true spiritual and enlightened person will accept everyone with their faults. And second of all, in hard times you start appreciating people that are next to you, who are there for you, ready to help and support either via actions or even simple words, compassion and emphaty. In moments like this I truly feel myself egoistic and guilty for thinking about or treating someone not as good as I should have, or taking them for granted, especially when I see how my close people will literally leave everything and come to the rescue. So, instead of cutting off everyone who has some flaws (which we all do, btw), be thankful for having friends and relatives, even if they’re far from perfect, because one day you may end up in a horrible situation and find out that you’re all alone, with no “shoulder to cry on”. And that sucks.

2. Health is the most important thing in life. Seriously, it is, the rest is bullshit. All the complications you create or face, like relationship problems, being dumped or cheated on, being fired, gaining weight, loosing some money or your favorite jewelry – that’s all nonsense compared to health. I’m not saying those aren’t bad things, they are too, but the truth is that when you or your closest person is feeling really bad either physically or emotionally, you literally stop caring for everything else, you understand how unimportant things are, the same things that were so crucial and valuable for you just a few hours or a day before. That brings me to two conclusions: 1 – don’t take your health for granted and always take care of yourself. And 2 – don’t complicate your life and create problems out of nothing or simple inconveniences. Those aren’t the most horrible things that can happen.

3. Appreciating small things is the key to happiness.

I don’t even know how many times I’ve written about this, but it’s one of those things you understand on a better and deeper level when things are tough, and those small things that you used to ignore, bring you joy. Like when you come home and appreciate your cozy little corner, the delicious food or sweet tea, that warm your body and soul, a conversation with a friend, or having your pet lying next to you and kind of comforting you. In moments like this you feel like the happiest person on Earth, because you realize how kind the universe or God is towards you. And these little things become your comfort and savior, as you start to believe that everything will be just fine, no matter how hard it is right now.

Like I’ve mentioned, these aren’t brand new ideas that will blow your mind. You most probably already knew about all this. But I guess every person needs a reminder in their lives, so let this be yours ✨