We are not alone

   Is the sun rising or setting in the photo above? It all depends on interpretation; there are always multiple points of view for a situation, it just depends on your perspective.

   In our daily lives, we experience a plethora of emotions. We can be having the time of our lives  one day, and as quickly as it came, our joy and excitement is replaced by sadness and regret. The depressing reality of this constant circle of cruelty overbearing our lives can destroy a potentially bright outlook. Fortunately for us, we are predisposed to not dwell on this reality but to live our lives in the present, or so I would like to believe. Why should you regret the past and contemplate about the future? Look at yourself right now. That is what should be important to you. Everyone has had a bad experience, some more than others, but that does not justify their actions in the present. You are who you are now, not who you were in the past or will be in the future.
     Pessimism can be a definite downer, drowning us in our own "doom and gloom" thoughts. Let me ask you, is the sun rising or setting in the photo above? It all depends on interpretation; there are always multiple points of view for a situation, it just depends on your current perspective. If you continue to go by your days focused on the negatives, you leave yourself without the opportunity to truly see the world and to embrace all the positivity. The greatest things in life are not hidden in an exotic wonderland waiting for a worthy beholder, but instead, they are what is closest to you and your heart. Whether it is family, friends, or a significant other, we all have someone who will always be there for us. You are not alone and will never be. When things are looking tough, just remember, someone still cares and will be happy to share the burden.
     Don't let one unfortunate event define the rest of your life and yourself; the concept of identity is a hard one to grasp, especially when you confine it to such a small parameter. The next time you are feeling regret, think about the people in your life, think about how they are there for you, and think about what you would say to them if they were in your situation. We were created to be compassionate and understanding creatures, so let us utilize that god-given skill to help you the next time you're in need because remember, we are always there for you.