A satisfied life is better than a successful life. Because our success is measured by others, but our satisfaction is measured by our own soul, mind and heart.
— Unknown
I have a feeling we judge ourselves more harshly than others do, and our satisfaction may also be inexplicably linked to our notion of success. Are we measuring up to the standards and status we set for ourselves? We may avoid a high school reunion because we’re not happy with where we’re at (I left mine early because I wasn’t up to answering questions about my pending divorce). We may also dread our 30th, 40th or 50th Birthdays because we feel we should be further ahead. Perhaps we could cut ourselves some slack and redefine our notion of personal satisfaction/success. After all, real shit that is completely out of our purview and/or control actually happens (world financial crisis 2008/job loss) and this can permanently alter the path we originally set. Just sayin’ :) Hugs. XO
Blessings,
Chatgirl
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