Constant?

Taken @ Botanic Gardens 2012

As the saying goes, change is the only constant.

Well, i just felt like blogging today and i can honestly say almost everything about my life is different. I'd like to think i'm a happier me now, and i see things in a more positive light as compared to last time.

I take more time to appreciate the things i have, the people i love, the little moments... Instead of always being lazy and unwilling to do stuff that are to my inconvenience, i try to take those tasks up and like y'know, do my part for people since i've always been the one taking and not giving. I've lost too many things and people, so i've learnt many many valuable lessons.

Happy to share with you guys, i've been happy most of the time nowadays and i don't freak out or panic during exams, which gives me a whole new level of clarity in my thoughts. I've learnt not to share too many things openly - opinions, thoughts, feelings, personal stuff, etc. Not really being an issue of trust, but more of like nobody really gives a shit about what you think, and more often than not, the things you share with people brings shit into your life. These are unnecessary troubles you can keep out of your life, seriously.

So i guess here's a list of self-reminders for myself, and if anybody finds it useful, these are steps i aim to take to become a better person :) Let's do 7 cause it's my favourite number heh.

1. Think happy thoughts, focus on the positive stuff instead of the bad like hatred, gossip, and how that girl sounds so bitchy (honestly none of your business, anyway, right?)
2. Listen more instead of speaking all the time, people would appreciate it :)
3. Do not speak if what you wanna say is nothing nice (i personally think this is super important)
4. Be generous with your praises, encouragements, and good words in general. They go a long way.
5. Focus on your own actions and spend time doing things that contribute to your well-being, as well as the people you love.
6. Appreciate every little thing you are blessed with. Maybe you got a fulfilling night of sleep, or you happen to get a smile from a little kid, or perhaps you had just enough change for your favourite snack - they're all worth being thankful for! :)
7. Make people feel important (and of course, mean it). Just like how you like when a person spends extra time replying your text, or make an effort to remember what you like or dislike, or sacrifice certain things just to meet you up, they like it too!

Alright, i guess these are the little reminders you can give yourself every now and then. 

Of course, it's impossible to become a whole new person overnight, so baby steps! And just keep going, no matter what, because it's a lifetime journey. You don't just craze over being a good person for a period of time, right? It's a lifetime of cultivation into a better and happier person.

I'm not perfect, but just like everyone else, i'm trying and taking steps to become a better human. 

Faith does wonders, so you should put some faith in yourself too. 

Happiness comes naturally :)

Be kind!

- Bel