I learned this at graduation. When you make something about yourself, there is a constant sense of fear, or nervousness throughout. But when you make an event about everyone else there’s no fear, only love. Thank you Elco graduate class 2012, I’ve learn so much even on the last day of high school.
Graduated from El Camino High School in Woodland Hills, CA.
I was reminded today of the importance of living now. Live in the moment, if you’re always thinking of the next thing to come – which I often did- or you’re always stuck in the past – focusing on mistakes or golden times of before- the you miss out on the greatest experience in life. Because the greatest experiences aren’t in the future or in the past, they only exist in the moment.
Courage is important in life. You need to have the courage to make the changes you need to be successful in life. You have to have courage to go after your dreams, when fears try to hold you back. You need to have the courage to express yourself for who you are not necessarily for what everyone wants you to be.
One of the most challenging things is admitting a mistake. It takes courage to take full responsibility for your actions and choices, but when you take responsibility, you have a positive impact on those around you and you’re more careful with how you choose to live. It puts you in a place of harmony and love.
Patience is important in all aspects of life. When you’re patient, everything works out for the best and you just feel better. It’s not always easy, but patience helps you and everyone around you to be in a better state and accomplish more.
Sometimes in the rush of life we forget how fortunate we are. Remember to be grateful for these moments. I like to stop, breath, and smile, then I feel how fortunate I am to live such a great life.
Smile. Sometimes you do it because you’re happy, sometimes you’re happy because you smile. To me the most beautiful thing in the world is seeing the people I love smile. The best is when you’re not feeling great and you catch the eye of someone you care about and you can’t help but break into a smile.
Don’t take anything personally and you will live in harmony. Easier said than done, I continue to learn more everyday.
Never take a moment for granted. Always take the opportunity to do good and show kindness. Easier said than done. I’m grateful for the moments of my life
I didn’t learn this today but I was reminded that when I lead from the mind thoughts cloud what is truly the best decision, but when I lead from the heart it allows me to do what is best.
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