The Best Thing I Never Knew I was Missing

Have you ever found yourself caught up in a cycle of negative thoughts, feeling like something important is missing in your life? It's an all too common experience, and one that can leave us feeling unfulfilled and uninspired. But what if I told you that the best thing you never knew you were missing was right there all along?

The truth is, we often get so caught up in the stresses and struggles of daily life that we forget to make time for the things that truly matter. We forget to have fun, to play, to connect with others and with ourselves. We forget that life is not just about work, responsibilities, and obligations, but also about joy, creativity, and adventure.

If you can't remember the last time you did something purely for the fun of it, it's time to take action. Block out some "me" time right away, and ask yourself what you would most like to do. Maybe it's trying a new hobby, spending time with loved ones, or simply taking a leisurely stroll in nature. Whatever it is, make it a priority and commit to doing it regularly.

Because here's the thing: it usually isn't what you have, where you are, or what you've been through that makes you happy or unhappy. It's how you think about it all. It starts on the inside. You control your thoughts, and you can choose to focus on the positive, the joyful, the beautiful.

The best thing I never knew I was missing was the simple joy of being present in the moment, of enjoying life as it unfolds. I spent so much time worrying about the future, stressing about the past, and trying to be perfect that I forgot to just be. But when I started making time for fun, for play, for connection, everything changed.

I started to appreciate the little things in life, to savor the moments of joy, to find beauty in unexpected places. I started to feel more alive, more fulfilled, more authentically myself. And I realized that the negative thoughts that had held me back for so long were just illusions, stories I had been telling myself that didn't serve me.

So if you find yourself dwelling on the negative, remember that nothing will change if you're not doing anything about it. Make time for fun, for joy, for connection. Take a step outside your comfort zone, try something new, and see where it takes you. You might just discover that the best thing you never knew you were missing was right there waiting for you all along.

The Best Thing I Never Knew I was Missing

"It's weird how when you don't hang out with someone for a while and the you do again, you miss them. It's like you forget to miss them until the show up to remind you." Jen Sincero