What is it that you want most in your life? Is it to be famous, financially wealthy, professionally successful, to love and be loved?

There’s always that which we think will make us happy. If we are fortunate enough, the things we request are not only within our physical grasp, but within our emotional grasp as well. While checking off those list of wants seem doable for many, there are also others who suffer from desiring life’s basic necessities. In addition to our basic needs, like fresh air, water, food and shelter, we also have wants: to be healthy, to live free of pain and painful emotions, and to be in a loving nontoxic relationship. Maybe we can’t have it all. But we all deserve to have a life that’s good enough.

Alice Domar says:

“When you’re trying to motivate yourself, appreciate the fact that you’re even thinking about making a change. And as you move forward, allow yourself to be good enough.”

Whether you’re in the midst of positive change, on the path toward happiness or just getting by, find ways to celebrate the road you’ve already traveled. Chances are you’ll be surprised by the miles you walked. Let these posts be a reminder of the challenges you’ve already faced and let them fuel you for the ones yet to come. Have a great weekend!

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