You want happiness, and I want happiness.  That’s not too much to ask for, is it? So why are so many of us, including myself, can’t be or stay happy? You know what, though? It’s your fault,  my fault. I get it. There may be factors that may come into play, for myself, the realization of abuse, anxiety, and depression, among other things, but those things don’t define us, and we can’t use things as excuses.

Ultimately,  we have to put in the work. We have to want it. We have to do it ourselves. Sure, having support from friends, family, and other outside sources is great, but no one is going to hand you anything. That’s not how it works. We all act like this, though. I realize that I can’t depend on anyone to make me happy or get what I want from MY life…it starts with me.

Don’t get me wrong, I  love and appreciate those who love and support me, but it’s not their job to make me happy. Not their job to make sure I’m not depressed, anxious,  or make the right or wrong decisions. Sounds harsh, but it’s not meant that way. Be there for you? Yes. Support you? Absolutely. Give you advice? Sure. But it’s your life, not theirs.

Recognize. Accept. Act. I admit, I struggle from time to time, but again, I have to want it. I need to find out how to fix what is broken and fix it. What a concept… right? But it’s true, happiness and living the life you want is up to you, and with the right people around you, you’ll get there. All the junk is temporary and can be changed.  We don’t need to be stuck…

J.R

“Happiness depends upon ourselves.” – Aristotle