Free Write
Isaac (circa 2012) picking a dandelion
It’s been awhile since I’ve let out some words and thoughts. And I know it’s the same for other people. Lately everything that I’ve been thinking keeps finding itself rooted back to the idea that Life is simply too short to not do what makes you happy. The only caveat I can think of to that idea is going through the pain period in order to experience a greater happiness later on. For example, I don’t like going to school, but I do it because I know with the skills and knowledge and insight I gain will help me become a more adept, and able person to firstly provide for my family and to attain things that I want.
Don’t sacrifice your health for wealth.
I’m still in school, raise a kid, and work, and I still have time to get a few reps in, a few sets, and a few minutes of running. And I love it.
I strive to find a perfect balance between physical and mental superiority. As many of my guy friends know, I play Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3. And Just as in depth I got with Counter-Strike, I’m finding myself transitioning to understanding the tactical side of the game. I’d like to consider myself a tactician from both an individual and group perspective.
Same thing goes with my academics. It’s incredibly hard decipher algorithms and write proofs and to know which one has an advantage over the other. But it’s worth it as it sets you apart from everyone else who doesn’t know it.
Getting to your destination is only part of the struggle. You should find ways to enjoy the journey as you progress. For the longest time, I had this idea that getting to the destination was all that mattered. Let me give you a counter-example: My goal is to get a 6 figure income. Say I work really hard and focus on getting 6 figures. Say I get it. Now ask, what have I lost? If you missed out opportunities to spend time with loves ones, or fail to welcome more people into your circle of influence, or failed to become healthier than yesterday, then in my opinion you’re doing it wrong.
Be careful of what you become
I like being right. I don’t like it when I’m wrong. But I value the lessons learned from my mistakes.
