Even in dark and difficult moments, there is something to gain. We have the opportunity to learn and apply these experiences to improve our life. Something that can be gained creating inner wisdom and strength.
It is in challenging moments that we grow as a human being the most. The toughest challenges can be the greatest lessons that feed out soul.
Life is not always easy, it has its ups and downs, but we are responsible for our own happiness too.
It is essential to live in the present, because neither the past nor the future are worth more than the present. We may have experienced a difficult moment, but that is not an excuse to stay in the past, we must forget and move on.
In the same way, we must not worry about the future, because it will come when it comes and it is not worth worrying about in the now.
The present is the only guaranteed moment that we have.
We must live each moment as a blessing, grateful to be alive one more day and not take it for granted. You never know what day will be our last.
What can we learn from difficult moments of darkness in our life?
We learn a lot from the good times in our life. We learn to appreciate the hard work we have put in to get there and learn lessons to make our future even better. But what about the difficult times? The dark moments. The times when we feel like giving up.
The following are some of the things we can learn from difficult situations.
1. Learn to appreciate yourself more
During difficult times, you will realize your true worth. You will know that you are much more than what you thought you were. The difficult times will make you realize that you are strong, capable and determined.
When you know your worth, you will start to appreciate yourself more. You will value your time, your energy and your efforts. You will start to see yourself as an important and valuable person.
2. Learn to be more grateful
During difficult times, you will realize that there are many things to be grateful for. You will start to see the positive things in your life. You will be grateful for your health, your family, your friends and your talents.
When you are grateful, you will be happier. You will feel more positive and optimistic. You will have more energy and motivation. You will be able to attract more good things into your life.
3. Learn to be more patient
During difficult times, you will learn to be more patient. You will realize that everything takes time and that you cannot rush things. You will learn to be patient with yourself and with others.
When you are patient, you will be happier. You will be able to enjoy the present moment. You will be able to achieve your goals in a more relaxed and stress-free way.
4. Learn to be more flexible
During difficult times, you will learn to be more flexible. You will realize that you cannot control everything. You will learn to go with the flow and to accept the things that you cannot change.
When you are flexible, you will be happier. You will be able to adapt to new situations. You will be able to cope with changes in a more positive way.
5. Learn to be more organized
During difficult times, you will learn to be more organized. You will realize that you need to plan and prepare for things. You will learn to set goals and to achieve them.
When you are organized, you will be happier. You will be able to achieve your goals. You will be able to use your time and energy in a more efficient way.
6. Learn to be more disciplined
During difficult times, you will learn to be more disciplined. You will realize that you need to control your thoughts and your actions. You will learn to focus on your goals and to stay on track.
When you are disciplined, you will be happier. You will be able to achieve your goals. You will be able to live a more orderly and productive life.
7. Learn to be more positive
During difficult times, you will learn to be more positive. You will realize that you need to focus on the good things in your life. You will learn to see the glass as half full instead of half empty.
When you are positive, you will be happier. You will be able to attract more good things into your life. You will be able to cope with difficult situations in a more positive way.
I will love the light for it shows me the way. Yet I will endure the darkness for it shows me the stars.
-Og Mandino
