By: Prophetess Ngozi Joy
Life is a journey filled with surprises, obstacles, and ups and downs. No condition in life is permanent. At times, life may seem to be at its best, while at other times, it may feel like it is coming to an end. However, how we handle these situations can determine whether our lives are happy and peaceful or not. Our approach to life and its issues can be an incredible way of pulling through.
Happiness and sadness are a matter of choice. We all desire a happy and peaceful life, which attracts joy, blessings, sound health, and longevity. The peace we seek should come from within us, as we cannot give what we do not have. Many things can help us achieve this, including our approach to life, our beliefs, and our understanding of life itself.
We must learn to accept things we cannot change, believe in ourselves and our abilities, and love ourselves while giving good values to all we do. Apologizing when necessary and accepting apologies from those who wronged us is essential. We must avoid ego and pride, as the “I know it all” mentality is a dangerous place to be.
Taking a break from the hustle and bustle of life is crucial. We must give ourselves time to rest, take a vacation, stay around nature, meditate, and put our minds off every activity. Finding happiness and peace with all things and at all times is vital. We must take care of our bodies, accept ourselves just the way we are, and stay neat in a clean environment. Cleanliness is next to godliness, and it brings about healthy and longer life.
Worries can make one age faster, so we must stay far away from them. Studying ourselves and discovering what triggers our anger is essential, and we must stay away from such triggers. Eating good and healthy foods is crucial, and we must not just eat anything that comes our way.
Being contented with what we have and praying fervently for the things we desire can also be of great help.
