People of the internet unite!

Current mood: content

Actually, I only want the like-minded ones to unite. Then a large battle can be drawn and I always like a good dose of chaos (I could ramble on that subject alone for quite a span but I do not feel inclined to address it now). I also prefer my perspective view of the world to be seen with greater contrast. Black and white. No grey or anything in between (I prefer the Canadian way of spelling sometimes). Living in an idealistic way is most difficult without clearer definition of the lines and a self-sustained portion of courage. Who cares for the anticipated reward? Doing what is right defines my chosen side to rub shoulders with. I work on many different aspects of my behavior but one of the greatest focuses I place priority on is my desire to do what is right. I am a seriously flawed individual. I often run down the path away from the truth because it is the path of least resistance. What a waste of time that is, even though I often think of it as taking a break, and how much harder it is to climb back to the correct path. My way is not the right way... I wish it was... but I am a flawed, human weakling with a strong misunderstanding of what the perfect choice is in nearly every situation. Even wanting to do the right thing is not enough. We

all need help.

I have seen it written, and often heard the sentiment, that it is not likely there is someone out there who is completely happy. That is totally false and a misunderstanding of what happiness is and how one goes about attaining it. It is a sad perspective I fear many people harbor. I am not saying I am an expert on said topic, I know a few things about the way this one in particular works though. The short answer of it is that happiness IS a decision inclusive of ALL external factors. If a person decides to react to their situation, whatever it may be, in a negative way they have chosen to overlook the things which bring positivity into the very same situation. EVERY situation or event has negative and positive elements in equal abundance. I know if any time was taken to think about potential as a real and valid factor it would bring to light the truth of my prior statement. Potential is a concept that is bound by the passage of time so I can see it as a difficult concept to apply for those who only "live for today."

I am not usually in this type of mood where I feel obliged to delineate a few of my thoughts on one of the more "foundational" type of concepts but such is the lingering note of a long day. I do not write here for any specific person, or even to address the specific comments I have read or heard, but to breath the truth of my personal testimony on this subject. I know that taking time to construct a thought in written language helps me to better solidify as well as understand the very thought itself. I already keep a daily journal to help me understand that concept. I already utilize my other creative facilities to handle various many other ones.

I recently came across a quote which has stuck out to me much more than many others in recent years.

"Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent." - Calvin Coolidge

This speaks to many personal thoughts I have had. I lifts and motivates me. I feel like I could be the "poster child" for this... although, unfortunately, not for the persistence part. I will change this, however, as I persist, as I become what I desire to become. One who understands how to rely on the help of one who knows. One who is COMPLETELY happy.