Know That Nothing Stays the Same...

It never has and never will.

So yeah, I've been on a Peaceful Warrior kick the past couple of days, but the book and accompanying movie have so much insight and wisdom in them. In one particular scene Dan and Socrates are hiking up the mountain and Dan is excited to find IT. The big reveal that Soc has been promising, the answer to it all...only to come to realize that it's not about finding IT.

This is IT.

The journey you're on is IT. Oversleeping for class and missing your midterm? That's IT for you. The patient that dropped out of care when you thought they understood? That's IT for you. The joy of a child whispering in your ear "Daddy, I love you sooo much" and the feeling of overwhelming emotion you receive from that unconditional love. That's IT. The goosebumps you get from listening to music that inspires you, the expression of exhilaration when you watch an athlete who competes at high degrees of excellence. That's IT.

You see, it's all IT. Everything that happens to you in your life is IT.

And so while positive dreams and goals and vision are absolutely necessary for your success, do not forget to enjoy and be grateful for the ride that you're on. No matter how bumpy or out of control it may seem at times, it's still your LIFE.

Hopefully you won't have to wait 'til the end to finally realize that it's the journey that brings us happiness.

Enjoy!