The joy in experiencing diversity

As I viewed a picture in the local paper of Brad Pitt attending the 65th Venice film festival launch without his wife Angelina Jolie, I pondered the diversity of their life experiences and their apparent passion and contentment in not only the glorious moments but the challenging ones.

We often find ourselves wanting a ‘lifestyle’ and create images of things we like. Quite often our time becomes focused on contemplating and comparing and evaluating in relation to this ideal. In reality a constant state of ‘ideal’ may be dissatisfying.

Oh! How to find the balance?

I have found value in making a shift in the acceptance and acknowledgement of the happenings in life. Knowing that some moments will be interesting, while others challenging, difficult, blissful, exhilarating or tedious…. all however being part of the living experience with something in each to gain.

Boredom can bring patience.

Challenge, courage.

Excitement, enthusiasm.

Bliss, appreciation.

Sadness, perspective.

Interest, curiosity.

And fear can bring change.

So with your gain, marvel at your growth.

It’s another way to live your life.