Things Could Have Been A Lot Worse

Whether it’s crying after failing an exam or breaking up with your partner; we share the similar feeling. The sensation that makes us feel it’s the end of the world.

A week ago I got in trouble with the police and will be judged in court soon. After feeling bad for days and not being able to take my mind off it, a close friend of mine ... THINGS COULD BE HAVE BEEN A LOT WORSE M7MD.

 

Thinking about it, I realized that we seldom stop and think about the poor and the less fortunate. Yes you maybe be in the middle of a break up but it is NOT the end of the world. Ever thought of people dying from starvation? We seldom thank God for having more than three meals a day ! Believe it or not, your partner right now will MOST probably be gone in a year or so. I maybe mistaken but based on my past experiences, it never lasts. THINGS COULD HAVE BEEN A LOT WORSE.

How often do we feel bad after taking a test ? I can only recall one particular exam which brought tears to my eyes. Studying for days on end and all I got was an F. But did I stop and think about those sitting at home doing nothing? What about those that dream of having a degree? Screw that, what about those 25 year olds still trying to get their diploma? THINGS COULD HAVE BEEN A LOT WORSE.

We tend to focus on the negative aspects of life rather than appreciate the blessings sent down to us.

We complain about having a slow Internet connection but what about those who are computer illiterate? THINGS COULD HAVE BEEN A LOT WORSE.

We complain on the subject of traffic jams when we’re sitting in an air-conditioned German car. Look outside and count the number of people walking and actually crossing the bridge from National paints to Dubai. ON FOOT. THINGS COULD HAVE BEEN A LOT WORSE.

Whatever your situation, the key to getting over it is appreciation. Appreciate the fact that you have your own room, your own bed to sleep on, your own bathroom, your own privacy. Not many people have that. Again, whatever your situation, THNGS COULD HAVE BEEN A LOT WORSE.

I’m not trying to preach and have no right to whatsoever but considering my case, I got over it simply by appreciating the good things I have right now. Worrying for days will not make things better but appreciating the “little” things in life will certainly draw a smile across my face.

I hope many of you relate to this. Don’t ever think it’s the end of the world; because THINGS COULD HAVE BEEN A LOT WORSE.

Sincerely,

M7mdAA

P.S. This may explain my brief absence from Twitter. I’m open to questions, just not subject related J