Way of Wellness - Life Is What You Make It

A familiar adage states, “Life is what you make of it." However, that is not the full quote by Eleanor Roosevelt. It concludes with, “Always has been, always will be.” Whether you agree with this sentiment or not, life can be interesting, varied, and complex. Or life can be simplistic, tranquil, and productive. The tones of life are as limitless as the individuals who live and experience them.

As Limitless Leaders, there is no end to the astounding challenges, experiences, events, and surprises that lie ahead of us. It’s called life & it can change in a moment. 

• What if we could make more of our lives?

• Do we delve into life, take a whack at it, and then decide if it’s worth it? 

• Is there a better, healthier way to navigate life? 

The answers are many, personal, and worth intentional self-reflection. The practice of wellness can positively impact and help us appreciate the diversity of life’s offerings. Living with a positive attitude of expectation and hope is one way to enhance life perspective. A release valve for life’s flow lies within us and manifests itself in how we guard our words, thoughts, relationships, and beliefs. It’s about keeping a healthy posture through the right thoughts, attitudes, and choices.

Life will do what it does. Let me suggest taking one day at a time. On top of that approaching deadline, that awkward blind date, the canceled flight, or the text about a family member’s test results, pause and adjust your expectations! As we face each and every day, we choose to embrace the known and unknown with a willing heart and an optimistic mindset. We get to choose how and what we place on top of life’s events. Why? Because life is what we make it.