Oct

Nothing Valuable can be Lost by taking Time

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The title of this post was made famous by our 16^th President – Abraham Lincoln. The sentence was taken from his first inaugural address on March 4, 1861. This statement is easily the most quotable from the speech, more so than, “the mystic chords of memory” or “by the better angels of our nature” articulations. At first, I was taken aback by the quote, simple because Lincoln also wrote, “Good things come to those who wait, but only what’s left over from those who hustle.” He contradicts himself with opposing quotes. After some contemplation, and a little research, I found the “hustle” quote was written earlier and the “taking time” quote was written years later. The point I’m making is Lincoln was no different than any of us. We can change our personal philosophy at any time.

Lincoln changed his philosophy on life, so can anyone else.

People often get hung up on an idea or belief and never waver from it. Political commenter’s often refer to a “changing of the mind,” of any kind, as “flip-flopping.” Don’t let a ratings craving media protagonist alter your quest for enlightenment. If you decide to change your personal philosophy, like Lincoln, from constantly hustling all the time to realizing nothing can really be lost by taking your time, then do so. As the calendar passes, we become wiser, if we pay attention to our surroundings that is; so why not change your mind on issues, parenting, diet, exercise or spirituality? Altering your point of view shows maturing. Personal beliefs change over time.

People grow spiritually and become aware, or, if fortunate, awaken.

Don’t let life overcome you and, in turn, become a cynic. Become Lincoln-like, contemplate, meditate and realize nothing valuable can be lost by taking time, or keeping an open mind.