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蓝蓝 发表于 2007-9-21 18:45

LIFE LESSONS - Inspirational stories




                                    
         
        
        



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Being a teenager, I've been here a short time. But from the day my life

began, knowingly and unknowingly, I've learned things. Some of these

lessons have brought me wisdom, luck and fortune, while others brought

misery and pain. And yet all that I learned, which at first seemed

destructive and disheartening,  later turned out to have deeper

meanings- blessings in disguise. They taught me that I had more to

learn.  They gave me wisdom and helped me judge situations with a wider

perspective and a more experienced mind. <br><br>





My enemies, I know are my best friends, because through them I've learned

that I am no saint. You need two people for a conversation so you sure

as heck need two people to start a fight. Feuds and disputes- it's a two

sided affair! Love, hate, its all the same story, so never blame the

other, because every time you point a finger, there are always three

fingers pointing right back at you!!! There is no denying it, nobody is

perfect. Perfection, in its fullest meaning, can never be attained. <br><br>



Whenever I have a misunderstanding with another, whoever it may be  and

however much pride I have inside, there is always a feeling of hurt and

guilt. I know, had I been a better person, I could have prevented an

unnecessary dispute. I eventually learn to value people more, and

realize that human nature is too complicated for even the most advanced

human mind, so there is no reason for me to be proud. If someone picks a

fight with you, turn around and walk away. There is dignity in walking

away peacefully rather than proving yourself right- it could never be

cowardly. <br><br>



Friends and family will always mean the world to you, those two,

whatever the costs, the utmost effort will be made on our part to

protect them, even if it means sacrificing that which is most precious

to us.  <br><br>





Failures are the pillars of success. Never ever be disheartened when

things go wrong, because it's never the end. The show must always go on.

Learn from your mistakes, those lessons you can never forget.  Never

question your abilities. Everyone is special in their own ways.  <br><br>



I've never given up on my dreams, they mean too much to me, that's why

no one can ever put me down, however hard they try. I am strong and my

will power, I know will get met past every obstacle! Fight for what you

believe is right, because your heart can never lead you astray, it knows

you too well. <br><br>



Never forget who you are, because if you do, the past will come back

to haunt you. Never change yourself for others, you were meant to be who

you are. You are unique in every way- no one can ever replace you. <br><br>



At the end of the day I know my place is with God, and so I have learned

to ignore people's comments, but good advice should never be missed out

on. If people try to put you down, just walk on by, don't turn around,

you only have to answer to yourself. As long as your conscience is

clear, everything will be fine. Learn to listen, it's a gift most of us

never use. There is a lot to learn in the words of others. <br><br>



I've learned not to depend on people too much because God gifted me with

the elements to help me stand on my own. And yet it is perfectly alright

to ask for or lend a helping hand, because we are all human. Never be

afraid to cry, its not a sign of weakness, instead it tells me that you

are brave enough to show your face to the world in good times and

bad.     <br><br>



Have confidence in yourself, but never think too much of yourself

either, because in God's eyes your no better than a pauper. Always

remember there are people better than you. At the same time never be

ungrateful, value everything you have, there are people who are worse

off than you. <br><br>



In every situation be practical and logical. Comprehend the situation

and be down to earth. Think not only of yourself, take into

consideration the view and plight of others - everyone has something at

stake. Selfish, self-centered people, always end up in situations  where

eventually frustration gets the better of them and they end up at a

loss. Evil can never prevail, because we are always fighting to right

the wrongs. <br><br>



I try not to jump to a conclusion or judge a book by its cover, but

being human I tend to err, I fall prey to my temptations- the need to be

like others and fit in. My weaknesses get the better of me, and I am

influenced by the devil. There are times, when all that I've learned is

just flushed down the drain. And by thought, words and deeds, I deprive

people of their rights, I hurt their feelings, I make a mess of a

perfectly good situation, but above all I hurt myself. Guilt takes over

and it seems that everything falls apart! Its just that in my head,

emotions and thoughts run wild, and the whole world starts spinning. <br><br>



But there is one thing that I have never done and that is tell the

people close to me that I love them. I've been almost ashamed to express

my feeling to those who mean the most to me. Its crazy, I know, but that

is just how things are. I am still confused and I wish I could be

myself. I wish I could express what is in my heart and yet, the part of

me that wishes to be a tough guy, always seems to get the better of me.

Never make that mistake, life is too short, so make the best of it and

make sure that you appreciate everyone who's made your stay here a

memorable one. <br><br>



Have faith in God, He is your savior. Your life is in his hands,

whatever happens, its always for your good. I guess, we've all learned

these lessons, yet we tend to forget them. We have become so absorbed in

this materialistic world that we've forgotten our priorities. It is

human to err, but it is possible to be alert and remember that we have

no right to deprive others of their right. We live in one world, so we

have to learn to share. If we took away the "selfishness" and "greed"

that exists, the equation of life would be complete.


        
         
         
         
        
        
         
            


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