Coming to Crossroads

"God gave us the gift of life; it is up to us to give ourselves the gift of living well"- Voltaire

as a kid, there aren't many "crossroads" that you come to. That's one of the best things about being a kid. We were carefree for the most part, and also didn't really care that much about what others thought of us. We did what we wanted, and basically said screw what others think. I'm a kid and it doesn't matter.


But things change. You get older, and things start happening. We come to "crossroads". This usually is something big happening in your life, for the good or for the bad. Something like a relationship ending, or getting into college, or not getting into college, etc. I have came to many crossroads within the last few years and I've responded well to some, and no so great to others. The main thing that I'm getting at is to think of these crossroads as something that has to happen. No one can go into the past and change things. The crossroad isn't what defines a person. The way him or her reacts to it means the world.


I've learned a few things about how to deal with a few different situations. For instance, when it comes to a girl.. if you really like her, do all you can to help that relationship move along. Let her know exactly how you feel, and if she shuns it, walk away. There is NEVER any use in worrying over someone who doesn't want to be with you. EVER.

Another thing is always forgive. No matter how much wrong someone has done to you, you have to forgive. It's easy to think that the best way to deal with someone who has done you wrong is to stay pissed at them. But guess what? You hold in anger, and it hurts you, but guess what they're doing? Not a thing. They sleep well at night, so you're only hurting yourself by not forgiving.

Above all, wisdom is the spice of life. Guard your heart and your mind. Wisdom is the only thing that makes this possible. Learn about the world around you and the life that you live will be so much better.

Be yourself, make others happy without compromising your own happiness and make sure no one ever tries to get in the way of this.

If you find yourself at the lowest of lows: Lose your job, your girl, money, a friend, a loved one, etc. The only thing left to do is get back on your feet and don't give up. Just like Jimmy Valvano said before he died. Don't give up. Don't EVER give up.