This statement resonates deeply, don’t you think?
Many of us are fixated on our goals, planning years ahead, eagerly awaiting the day we finally arrive at our ideal destination.
We start small, thinking, “If I could just get a better job/car/house/holiday/wardrobe, everything will be perfect.” And when we achieve that goal, satisfaction is fleeting. In just a few months, we find ourselves yearning for something else, constantly caught in a cycle of chasing the next big thing.
In today’s world, it’s easy to feel like we’re failing—often! Social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Pinterest bombard us with images of others who seem to have “made it.” It’s easy to forget that many of those people are caught in the same cycle, striving for their next milestone. We compare ourselves, feeling inadequate, not realising that many people envy the life we’re living right now.
That’s why the phrase “Live for the journey” holds so much power. Our time on this earth is limited, and some have even less time than others. When we acknowledge the brevity of life, we can start to focus on how we’re living it. Are we truly engaging with the world and people around us? Do we appreciate the beauty that still exists?
For me, the journey is found in the everyday moments.
It’s in the smile and greeting you give a stranger on your walk to work, brightening their day when they haven’t spoken to anyone in a while. It’s in the big hug you give a friend you haven’t seen in ages, showing them how much they mean to you because time passes quickly, and we can lose touch with those who bring joy into our lives.
The journey is also in the small moments with those who matter most. Instead of endlessly scrolling through social media, send that text or WhatsApp message you’ve been meaning to reply to. If there’s someone in the room with you, start a conversation. These gestures don’t need to be grand. When we connect with loved ones, ensuring they feel seen and heard, we create a ripple effect. In turn, we also experience the warmth of being acknowledged and valued by those who care about us.
So, embrace the journey. It’s not just about where you’re headed, but how you get there and who you share it with.
