Some days I think I was born to sit on a mountain and wisely — if pretentiously — ponder the great imponderables. (Sadly, it doesn’t pay well.) I especially love philosophical questions that challenge me to consider and balance opposing forces.
One that’s always stuck in my mind is how much ideas of “life’s too short” or “you only live once” are in the eye of the beholder. Pop culture says it means living in the moment and taking risks, but as someone who plays it safer in life I see a flip side, too.
You only live once, so…
Hustle and go after big dreams, or take it easy and enjoy the ride?
Focus on wise choices to maximize opportunities, or focus on what feels good to maximize enjoyment?
Plan for tomorrow and thrive for a lifetime, or seize the day and thrive in this moment?
The answer could not only be different for every person, but every day and situation. And I honestly kind of love that!