I'm many things, all mostly good ones I like to think, probably some bad ones as well though because I'm human and we're, by nature, imperfect creatures. I like who I am though and know those close to me do as well but I don't sit back content with that, I try a little harder to ensure my life is as good as it can be and that's a responsibility and obligation I feel is mine alone.
One thing I am certainly not is "entitled", not in the way the word is used these days and the manner in which entitlement is applied to a persons life anyway. So if I'm not an entitled person why am I responding to that topic in the #weekend-engagement topics for this week?
Society is full of people who feel entitled to various material things, treatment, excuses for actions and other such things and they sit back waiting for that entitlement to be handed to them on a serving platter and even have the gall to get upset if it doesn't happen. I don't understand or even like these entitled people and their lack of effort or ownership when it comes to moving through their own lives. It's lazy and most often what they gain has been provided for by other people's hard work rather than their own making me feel they are not worthy of it. For me, there are no free rides in life.
My life has been one of struggle at times and of extreme comfort, it's been filled with misery and sadness and the highest emotional moments a person could wish for and, naturally, just about everything in between. Mostly the terrible moments in my life have been out of my control but those others, the better and amazing moments, have been within my control and that's why I wanted to respond to this topic.
No, I don't sit back with a feeling of entitlement waiting for someone else to provide what I need or want...but I have the right to those amazing things, I believe life should be the best we can possibly make it and all humans have the right to lead such a life, and so I feel I'm entitled to it as well.
But there's more to it...Having the right to it isn't enough, a person has to do something about it personally, that's my opinion anyway.
I have an obligation to work towards creating the life I want; I know no one else will do that for me. It's my responsibility, my prerogative, and if I want it I have to work to achieve it, to do the things that will create the life I want in every aspect from relationships, financial, enjoyment, the future and present and everything that lays between them.
I have the right to a good life and one that I've created myself with those around me; I'm entitled to that life, deserving of it but I have to make it happen, it's simply not enough to expect someone will do it for me. I'm fortunate to live with a man who believes the same, who actively works towards it and that energy and vibe is infectious in a good way. We both have the right to the life we want and we both work towards creating it.
I believe the world would be a much better place should everyone feel the same way and proactively seek the best outcomes for their lives rather than sitting back and waiting for others to do it for them. I see it as everyone's obligation to themselves to feel they're entitled to their best life and their own responsibility to make it happen.
100% this! An individual's life is largely in their own hands. If you don't like it, change it. Yes, at times easier said than done, but always strive toward the life you envision for yourself. You've a beautiful soul!
Such a nice motivational read for this morning as I am drinking my coffee and getting ready for a morning walk. What a good way to get my day and week started.
Coffee and a walk is a nice way to start the day and I hope you had a really lovely one. Sorry for the late reply, I was quite busy so didn't make it to my computer.
Becca 🌷
Yes, it was a ice way to start the day. It was nice, although the walk was inside on a walking pad, while watching TV. Don't worry about any tardiness in your reply. I have no expectations 🙏.
I fully agree. We all have the right to a dignified life, to improve ourselves and the beautiful things it brings, but we are the ones who have to work for that right to be fulfilled as we want it to be.
Beautiful reflection and very true. Thank you Becca.💗
Thank you, I appreciate your nice comments as always.
Becca 🌷
It is a pleasure.💗
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