What is important in life?

By Jonathan Shih

Unconditional love - Loving someone just because they are. Not because they are anyone special or did anything unique but just because they are here right now and can receive love. Everyone deserves unconditional love from the moment they are born.

Having a journey - Everyone thinks its about the goal in the end. That once you have money, a partner, fame, or once you have found your passion you will be happy and everything will be perfect. But the goal will never bring you true happiness. It is just an excuse to go on the journey… which is the real goal. The journey of growth and of finding out more about the world and who we are fills us with happiness… not what is at the end.

Not taking it so seriously - The whole question about “what is important” is already too serious. Life isn’t meant to be this dead-serious thing! We all die anyway, so what the heck are you worrying over? It’s not like that will stop anything. Instead enjoy the ride and have fun! And stop taking yourself so serious as well.

Constant growth - Try not to do anything or grow in area at all. I dare you. I bet you cannot even last 10 minutes without trying to get better and grow in something. Even when you watch TV or video games you are trying to grow your happiness and gain something out of it. It’s human nature to want to have more, be more and grow more. So make it part of your life!

Creating a purpose - There is no set purpose for anyone. Sorry… But that doesn’t mean you can’t create one for yourself. Everyone wants their life to mean something. But what your life ends up meaning is dependent on what you do now and for the rest of your life. Being remembered, forgotten, leaving an impact or just nudging a few people all depends on what you are going to do from this moment forward. Take life into your own hands and create your own purpose!

Enjoying the Experience - Life is about having fun in the moment and enjoying the experiences you have. Your life is utterly unique. Only you have the life you have and only you are experiencing life in the way you are. Enjoy it! It’s a ride only one person ever gets to take… and that is you!