Observations

I find that there are times when I have to just stand back and take in the view. Not just of the world, but of the people in it. Sometimes I get so caught up in my life, I forget to look around me. I forget that everyone else is experiencing things too.  I forget to understand them, and what they may be going through. Some of my observations lately...

Most people are doing their best. Sometimes their best fluctuates, but most people try to do their best with their circumstances.

Most people try to be kind, and the majority of them have NO idea they could have just offended someone. Granted there are people who are mean just because they can be, but most people aren't out to get others. Most of the things we humans get offended by were never meant to offend us.

There is a bright side to every situation. To be fair, there is another side to every situation. And there's usually a little truth to both sides. I like looking for the bright side on either side. Sometimes I have to really look for it. But I feel like it's a great exercise to engage in.

This is a biggie for me: EVERYONE gets overwhelmed! A-ha moment!! Even the dynamic, energetic, have-it-all people get overwhelmed. It's part of being human. I have viewed this in myself as a character flaw, but I realize it's actually normal. I need to remember this.

There are times that a thank you can make or break a situation. Maybe even save it.

No one is perfect. It's a worthy goal, but clearly unattainable in human form. I think forward is a wonderful direction to be going in.

Life is good. For every bad there is a good. For all the junk that gets reported in our world, there are acts of kindness, miracles, happiness, and good deeds going on all over the place that we never see or hear about. That gives me great comfort.