The more one travels, the more one gets to know self. Let discoveries humble you, it's one
of the most freeing feelings. With humility comes spiritual
glow. That's when the fulfilling sense of spirit sinks in... loss of adrenaline through tears of gratitude and joy can make one feel "afloat" in no time.
Let being able to laugh at ownself be a measure of self confidence. I've always admired people with self deprecating humor, Woody Allen, the late Rodney Dangerfield. Myself, I have a rather wry sense of humor and it does get me into trouble occasionally. But, anyway... yeah, why not try one here...
"Do you know what's brown and white rolling on the beach?"
It's a Filipino and a seagull fighting over a fish head.
Har... har!
And yes, my being able to be the first to laugh at my own jokes takes away the pressure of not getting a laugh in reaction. At times, I get laughed at simply with the way I chuckle. But you know what's even more amusing? When I get a laugh only for me to explain details behind a humorous quip.
Let your place be your own "nest". Let it be you. I sort of am a minimalist... if I may make myself an example. Everything I keep has a function, everything is touchable. I love museums but I don't want to live in one. I live in an area where searching for something can be a stretch, so I playfully become creative. I'm not so much into sets... on the idea that once a part becomes frayed or unusable... the urge then turns to a total set replacement. My preference is mix and match... plus it's easier to rearrange furniture and sorts to suit moods as found fit. Organized "clutter" to others it may all seem. So it is. But that's for me... .or based on a compromise when in a shared situation. Own comfort, own making.
So, simply dear readers... the person most responsible to make self happy is one's self. Every so often, take a step back to have a better perspective of what's looming ahead, downshift so what's already around is not missed out on. Lessen the stress... we each have all been through our biggest ever stressful moment... at birth. Just imagine... us inside a mother's womb, all afloat, cozy and warm. Then we come out in ever utmost shock, "What? I have to breath, eat and be covered.... waaaaah!
Cheers!
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| Peru's Machu Picchu was... a stirring own spirituality encounter |
glow. That's when the fulfilling sense of spirit sinks in... loss of adrenaline through tears of gratitude and joy can make one feel "afloat" in no time.
Let being able to laugh at ownself be a measure of self confidence. I've always admired people with self deprecating humor, Woody Allen, the late Rodney Dangerfield. Myself, I have a rather wry sense of humor and it does get me into trouble occasionally. But, anyway... yeah, why not try one here...
"Do you know what's brown and white rolling on the beach?"
It's a Filipino and a seagull fighting over a fish head.
Har... har!
And yes, my being able to be the first to laugh at my own jokes takes away the pressure of not getting a laugh in reaction. At times, I get laughed at simply with the way I chuckle. But you know what's even more amusing? When I get a laugh only for me to explain details behind a humorous quip.
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| A view to always cherish... the sky turning into a living canvas comes sundown |
So, simply dear readers... the person most responsible to make self happy is one's self. Every so often, take a step back to have a better perspective of what's looming ahead, downshift so what's already around is not missed out on. Lessen the stress... we each have all been through our biggest ever stressful moment... at birth. Just imagine... us inside a mother's womb, all afloat, cozy and warm. Then we come out in ever utmost shock, "What? I have to breath, eat and be covered.... waaaaah!
Cheers!



Have a good day Sir Leo! Nice write-up!
ReplyDeleteThank you.... to you as well...Yes, the day is for each of us to seize.
DeleteThis is something that should always be kept in mind- happiness lies within, let go of stress, keep it simple, and be content....travel more!
ReplyDeleteLife's hustle and bustle got me off track. Thanks for reminding me . More power to you, Kuya Leo!i
Thank you Nina... indeed, "off track" is where "living" begins 😊
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