Following Our Heart's Desire

"Life is like a valentine. We never know when an arrow will strike us. We never know whether it will hurt us or give us joy. But whenever it comes, we accept it and follow with all our hearts—our relentless desire."


At the present time, we may have been experiencing a lot of struggles to survive life's endearing challenges. These challenges could be financial difficulties, health issues, or personal relationships. Some people might constantly worry about finding the right path in life. Some wanted to achieve their goals and dreams despite limited internal resources. Some would have been giving up and letting live as it happened.

The fact that life is difficult is not the ultimate reason for us to quit, but to face life with faith and gratitude. There are so many things to be grateful for in life, one of which is our existence to find our purpose in life. We are here to follow the right path—the key to living a good life, a life that is meaningful and fulfilling, a life where we discover and fulfill our unique purpose.

How we get it is a question that we sometimes cannot answer. We may have tried to solve so many never-ending problems. Some cannot be handled well, resulting in frustrations and distress. However, we should work for the mind and the heart—the love center.

A good heart

Often, we follow our minds. Yes, they are superior and control our well-being. Nevertheless, we should consider our hearts in our way of life. Our heart has several functions aside from pumping blood. Hence, we should consider its importance and not take it for granted.

If we feel like giving and loving, we activate our hearts. Whenever we think of being compassionate and altruistic, we use the seat. Therefore, our heart is as important as our mind. There is the mind that interprets, but there is a heart that feels. Let's not underestimate the power of our hearts in guiding our decisions and actions.

Man is exemplary in nature. Thus, we have a good heart. I recalled what our college teachers taught us: no matter how wrong a person is, there is still particular goodness in him. He still has a natural gift of a good heart. In that sense, we can renew and make better use of it.

Our desire

In our lives, we may have made wrong decisions that caused us to regret them. We have followed what other people have told us, followed the advice of a friend, listened to what a stranger said, and pondered wrong thoughts without following our honest and own desires.

For instance, in our society, we may know someone living in a dream with his parents. Pursuing a course or career opposite to what he truly loves. He cannot refuse but follow due to respect and love. He cannot live his own life but accept and persevere.

If this is the kind of life we want, we become prisoners of our fate—our heart's desire. It seems that we do not have a mind and soul. We never realize that life depends on how we make it and not just on living to somebody's wishes. It's time to break free from these self-imposed limitations and live according to our desires.

Something to ponder

What keeps us from not following our will and desires is why we are unsure of our capabilities. We still have doubts that haunt us to move forward.

We may ask ourselves, who am I? Yet, we are still struggling to know who we are. What do I want? Yet, they are unsure of what lies ahead. Where am I going? Yet, I need to figure out where to head in life. When do I get there? Yet, I have to start. Why shall I do it? Yet, I doubt my own self. And how do I get there? Yet, I am not utilizing inherent resources.

The questions above are valid because I used to be like that. Sometimes, I question myself to better understand who, what, where, when, why, and how I want. It is good to constantly re-evaluate ourselves to keep track of our goals and desires. This self-reflection is not a sign of weakness but a powerful tool for personal growth.

Keep going on

Like a Valentine, we may have hearts full of love and affection around on this day, expressing love and affection to dear ones. Everyone gives flowers, chocolates, and whatever they think is unique and worth remembering. Indeed, that reminds us that the spirit of love is alive. Our heart is in working mode, and it teaches a valuable lesson to keep going—to follow our heart's desire.

Life is not just about finding ourselves but about how we create it. Indeed, we are responsible for our own lives; like a sailor, it is our choice of direction. We have the option, which depends on how we use it to improve gameplay.

Life is like a Valentine. We never know when an arrow will strike us. We never know whether it will hurt us or give us joy. But whenever it comes, we accept it and follow with all our hearts—our relentless desire. We offer our best wholeheartedly and must follow what our minds and nature dictate.

© 2012 Del Cusay

Reaching Our Highest Potential

There will be some failure. There will be obstacles to the path of happiness and success. But remember, these are not roadblocks; they are stepping stones to growth. Sometimes, we think of giving up, but we must persevere and continue living with a sense of responsibility and purpose. Embrace the growth potential that lies within every setback.

Sometimes, we think of being incapable of reaching our dreams and desires. We recede from our ambition to reach our destinations in life. Suddenly, we get scared and lose momentum to achieve better results.  However, there are times when we are at our highest peak. We have reached our goals and dreams because of our strong desire and commitment. Our faith leads us to get there—the path toward glorious success.

If life is a cycle, I must agree! — We experience how it is to be on the "peaks and valleys." Life teaches us that no matter how difficult it may seem, we still have to move forward like a cycle that keeps moving on. We have the potential to achieve something better; we should not fear.

NEVER DOUBT

One of the reasons we do not have progress is a lack of confidence and belief. We fear committing mistakes. We also fear being judged.  We fear to rise and shine. But remember, the only judgment that truly matters is the one you pass on yourself. Believe in your potential, and others will, too.

I used to fear failure and that I hadn't tried my best in the past. I was shy then and not able to speak my mind. I never thought that fear would have sabotaged my chances of success for not giving my best. Now, I have built confidence and a positive outlook in life, and it amazes me whenever I think of what my life would have been if I had never decided to reform. For instance, I overcame my fear of public speaking by practicing and seeking feedback, eventually becoming a confident and effective communicator.

Some people may still be living a life full of doubts and self-criticism. It is not too late to step up from the shadow. We start to analyze ourselves and dare to give more of what we have. There is indeed a dormant positive force within us that is waiting to be tapped.

WE CAN BE

I have learned that we have to unleash our potential. By 'unleashing potential,' I mean identifying our strengths, working on our weaknesses, and constantly striving for improvement. We have been gifted with a great mind to think beyond the limits—to think extraordinarily. There is something within us that is hidden. And be useful once we learn to develop it. We can be someone that others would not have thought of achieving. We can be a person who once believed that 'it is impossible.'

Possibility only happens once the result is evident. We may have been condemned and ridiculed for our wishes, and they may doubt our capabilities. However, people do not know the hidden potential that lies within us.

HUMAN POTENTIAL

Anyone can unleash potential no matter who and what he is. We may be familiar with some real-life stories of how a poor man later became a company's CEO, how a college dropout became prosperous and had a massive influence, and how even an uneducated man became a leader.

Educational status is not a mere factor in being who we are. It is the use of our mind power—our hidden potential. We can all tap into this potential, but we have a huge responsibility to carry.

What about people in late adulthood who have discovered their abilities in artistic activities like painting, film-making, or public speaking and leading a group? It must be that they have learned to unleash their full potential. It's hidden in their younger years, but only then have it untapped and make better use of it.

If only we had the talent and the skills about something, it is now the time to improve it and do the best things possible through it. This time, you should not have more doubts and negative beliefs but must have confidence and competence.

THE LESSON

In our pursuit of happiness, we may still encounter mistakes leading to unhappiness, but we have to keep up with our hopes and high spirits. We have to learn how to live to our fullest potential.

I admit I am not perfect and never will be, but I have the relentless desire to live what I can, enabling me to move closer to my goal.

There will be some failure. There will be obstacles to the path of happiness and success. Sometimes, we think of giving up, but we must persevere and continue living with a sense of responsibility and purpose. Remember, it's not about how many times you fall but how many times you get back up that truly matters.

In conclusion, we can be ourselves and light up our world by unleashing our true and full potential. We deserve the best in life; it is the time to offer our best in return. Remember, there will be obstacles, but with perseverance and a sense of responsibility, we can overcome them and live a life of purpose and fulfillment.

© 2012 Del Cusay