Contentedness

As college students pursuing a career, we are constantly stressing and wishing that our lives were maybe a little different. "Maybe if I had more money?" "What if I change majors?" Wishing things were different is a great way to torture yourself. Don't let it happen to you!

There's a quote by Dale Carnegie that says, 

 “It isn't what you have or who you are or where you are or what you are doing that makes you happy or unhappy. It is what you think about it.” 

Its important to keep in mind how blessed we are for waking up every day and the great opportunity that is given to us of attending a university. The key to a happy and successful life is to be content and thankful for all that we have. 

Here is how to do so:

• Find the things about yourself that make you happy- What do you do right? Did you have a good hair day?
• Don't compare yourself to others- "She has such a good car.""His parents pay him everything." Believe me, others have it worse.
• Take a moment to be grateful for all that you have. - Despite you thinking you had a bad morning because you woke up late and had to run to class, think about that someone else didn't wake up, and someone else can no longer run like you did.

Nevertheless, don't lose focus of your future goals nor forget about your ambitions. But despite all your bad times, be patient and content as you grow through life. 

-M :*