What a subjective topic to write about.
First we have to decide what gives our lives meaning. For me, meaning comes
from the people in my life. I know rest and relaxation is very important for us
human beings, especially those of us older than thirty! However, sometimes
R&R has to come second to my people. Take this last weekend as an example.
I went to a day jol for a local motorbike
club. I partied like it was 1989 let alone 1999, and it took me not one, not
two, but THREE days to recover. Which sounds like a very harsh punishment.
However, it was a beautiful, amazing gift that was given to me instead. I was
surrounded by so many people that love me and who I love. Awesome music, belly
laughs (so so many of those!) and happiness.
So for me, my weekend was definitely
meaningful. And I am so grateful for that.
Other weekends have come and gone in the
blink of an eye, and you wonder why? Before you know it, you blink and its
Sunday.
And the reason, I think, is meaning. Substance.
What makes your heart soar? If its solitude, GIVE yourself that gift. If its people,
throw yourself in their midst. If its music, pump it up loud and let EVERYBODY
watch you.
And while you are about it, don’t wait for
Friday. Or Thursday. Or any day. Add meaning to your life now. Today. Give
yourself the amazing gift of the present.
And be kind to yourself.
