One of the greatest pieces of advice I have ever received was to look for the good and beauty in every day, in every person, in everything.
So, when I heard someone mention that we should try and look for the good, especially in trying times, I was taken a little off guard. They mentioned that it can be really difficult to do that. I played with that thought in my mind all day.
For me, it was difficult to understand how someone could not see the good in difficult times. I never understood how people could be in a tough spot, and instead of looking for relief, they would look for more unnecessary weight to pile on. I could never understand why someone would want to add MORE to their heavy burdens. Makes me sad to see that happen.
I have see sadness plague a soul due to their lack of friends, yet there are so many around them wiping away the tears through kind deeds, messages, visits, and the simple compliments. I heard people scream with frustration with their family situation, but fail to recognize all the great times they were able to experience with them.
You have so much! Look around you. To my friends here at BYU-I, struggling or not, I am telling you to take a moment and stop. Look at where you are. Look at how amazing this place is and look at all the remarkable beauty. You won't regret it.
We were created to be happy and to laugh with our arms around those we love. What a shame it would be if we overlooked the good.
SO take some time and enjoy the life around you.
If you can't seem to see anything beautiful around you or about you, look harder. Look deeper.
You will find it.
Best of luck on that quest to find the beauty!
Stay gold,
Shay
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