Life is like a melody, sang deep within my soul, sang deep within to me.
And all these chains that shackle me.
They won’t let me take control
They wanna take control of me.
I’ve got to rise above my life.
To find the reason I’m alive.

~ Storm by Saliva

I try my best to be around our positive individuals who look forward to life and the many challenges presented to us each day.  Sure, we all have our unique situations, where life can be such a stumbling block, thereby preventing oneself from moving forward.  But I never let such trivial matters hold me back because there’s always a solution to a problem; you either face it head on or run away from it.

Whenever I feel down, I look back to my life filled with memories and realize that there are people who inspire me to move forward and, ultimately, succeed with anything I pursue.  And the pain that I’m wrapped around eventually goes away because I am reminded once again the reason why I am alive.

Whether it’s becoming a better husband or living a healthier lifestyle, I’ve come to a harsh realization that time goes by pretty fast.  This ticking of the clock does wonders to the mindset.  It’s a constant realization that an upcoming storm is coming.  Will you run away from it?  Or will you simply face it head on, knowing that a serene calm is on the horizon?

I always take the latter. 

The message of life is turning and facing the storm.  The storm may be quick or it may be long but eventually the darkness will go away.  It’s how you navigate through the storm that determines your outlook on life and a reason why you’re a better person at the end of the journey.