Recently, I came across a quote while scrolling and it said something like “Choose your hard”. The thought was so real that I got triggered by it. Usually, I don't like to read quotes because they ignite your mind and that can be dangerous. I think you should not get influenced by any random quote or thing because you’re giving them that power to provoke you indirectly.

This kind of external motivation doesn't work. It can not fuel your mind for a longer time. In case it does then also remains for a very short time. So instead of looking for another round of drug shots, you can rely on self-motivation as it lasts for a prolonged time.

So the quote said this -

So when I think about it, I find a few things are relevant and applicable to all of us. Every random quote written by someone can not be the universal truth. It's just another take by that particular person.

The world is not completely divided into black and white. Nothing can be completely wrong and completely right at the same time. There’s always a gray area that exists and that's the beauty of life.

I have seen people struggling in their dream company with the highest paycheck. It doesn't mean that they are not happy or sad. It means that they have their moment of ups and downs in the journey. They have their struggles and lucrative rewards as well.

Some people are insecure about their careers even after passing from the premium institutes. Some are not happy even after getting that prestigious scholarship from the university. And there can be a few people who are still happy doing their normal 9-5 Job as well. It's just a matter of time and perception that makes you happy. It's a circle of musical chairs. You will experience all the shades of life and everyone has to go through it and there is no choice.

In today's world, social media often presents us with perfectly curated images and illusions. This can lead us to believe that everything in life should be flawless, whether it's our careers, relationships, physical appearances, or social circles.

There seems to be an unspoken pressure to strive for an unattainable standard of perfection. But the reality is that perfection is just an illusion.

In reality, nothing in this world is flawless from the outset. It is through our efforts, perseverance, and acceptance of imperfection that we create beauty and meaning in our lives.

The only choice we can make is to change our mindset and be resilient to all the odds. Nothing is perfect or imperfect in this world. We have to make it perfect by taking all the efforts consistently.

You can't lose weight and build a great physic by just sitting idle at home. It takes at least 3 to 6 months of disciplined workouts and diet.

Similarly, a perfect marriage doesn't exist but can be achieved by making generous efforts, understanding, and after some timely sacrifices. The same goes for a great friendship, I realized this when I was talking to one of my best friends who has been there with me for the last 20 years.

So, the bottom line is, that the world is not black and white. There’s always a grey area that exists. Also, there are all shades of a rainbow that exists and we all live in there. Also, nothing is hard in this world if it's done properly. Every situation is temporary whether it's happiness or pain. Embrace the anxiety and understand the universal laws of the world. Just follow the two words, BE BOLD!