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Writer's pictureMaybelle Guerrero

Seize the Day Gracefully


There are probably days when you feel like you’re struggling with overcoming obstacles. On those days you need to ask yourself again the “why’s” of what you do – so that you can seize the day gracefully. Sometimes all we need to do is look inward to regain our composure.

There’s an old saying from the Roman poet Horace that goes, “Carpe Diem,” which means “seize the day.” It’s true that most of the time opportunities are always there just waiting for us to take.

However not everyone is graceful with it – some are too hurried, some are greedy, and some don’t know what to even do with opportunities.

Here are some ways you can overcome life’s obstacles with beauty and grace, so you can come out on top with a light heart and a smile on your face.

Taking control of yourself

Have you felt like you’ve tried your best but nothing good is still happening? Do you feel like stuck whenever you’re running out of ideas? Maybe your boss is giving you a challenging requirement, or your business techniques don’t seem to be working. That is probably because you’ve lost sight of your mindset.

Looking inward or reflecting on your reasons is the first step towards claiming success. When you ask yourself why you are doing something, you start to remember your cause for doing it. Maybe it’s your family or loved ones and their needs, or your personal goals. Maybe it’s an objective that will get you closer to your dream.

When you have your reason in focus, it’s easier to steer clear of distractions and be mindful of the things you do. Armed with purpose and motivation, you can control yourself better.

Understanding your purpose

Sometimes we get lost in what we do that we tend to forget what we’re doing it for. It’s like being so used to the routine – like meeting the quota or completing a sales cycle – that you forget the reason you do it.

Maybe it’s time to come clear of what your purpose is so you don’t lose your mindset like the problem mentioned above. For example, if you’re doing business for your family, then are you giving them enough time and care or are you too busy with work?

Love and care goes a long way

Getting through life’s hurdles takes commitment, a passionate drive, and a clear grasp of why you do what you do. When you keep good track of these, you can gracefully succeed over your trials without getting anxious or confused. Keep your head high and seize the day.




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