Carpe Diem

Throughout life many of us, if not already, have faced situations which have required us to make decisions. These decisions influence the course of our lives, so essentially these decisions are very crucial life changing ones.

At some point between the ages 15 and 18, it is expected of us to make decisions regarding our futures, and those decisions need serious thought. The things we say or do at this point is literally going to haunt us because of its significance and impact on our futures, whether it's small or large.

This much pressure makes decision making even more difficult because we have to start questioning ourselves and even almost second guess our abilities. We must think about how our actions will benefit us in the future and ask ourselves whether it could compromise our future, leaving us with regrets.

Thinking like this can be difficult at times because we do not know what the future holds. The present is a gift and we only get the opportunity to live each day once, so why spend time worrying about the future? Yes we must plan it, but we should live in the moment, as well as enjoy it. Everyday is yet another day we won't get back. Many of us want to enjoy our lives right now, but it's very difficult to do so because we have to think about what career paths and relevant work experience we need.

My only advice is, to live with integrity and aspire for the things you love. So as the saying goes, carpe diem.

Negativity

"Why am I not good enough?"; the type of question that tends to enter our thought processes when we're surrounded by people who are constantly pushing our self esteem down. Regardless of the context, these questions are often posed by those who never wants to see us do good. That's the thing sometimes with the company we often keep. Some people may want to you to do good but never better than them. These type of people are negative and they will try and  knock you down at any given opportunity. 

Why are people so negative in the first place? There is so much to be grateful for in life, for example the fact that you're alive and breathing right now is a living testimony and it shows that God is not yet finished with you. The limited time that we have on this earth needs to be used wisely and efficiently. Despite this wonderful life that we have been given, some people still choose to invest their time and energy into pushing people down.

It is better to surround yourself with positive, successful people who elevate you and help you to grow as a person. These are the type of people who constantly show you support, love and stand with you during the trials that you face as you chase your destiny.