In our relentless pursuit of fulfilment, we often find ourselves torn between the material possessions we accumulate and the essence of our being. The age-old question seems to keep echoing in our minds: Which is better, to have or to be?
Possessions and their Allure
The world is speaking to us through messages that equate happiness with the latest gadgets, the trendiest clothes, and the flashiest cars. We are socialized to accept the myth that we are only as good as what we own. Society idolizes the accumulation of wealth and material possessions. Along the way, it persuades us that our happiness is measured by how much we own.
The Meaning of Life
On the other hand, there is also a growing movement in favour of a shift in perspective: a shift from having to being. It is an approach that takes one on a path of experience, relationships, personal growth, and self-actualization. It invites us to look deeper into ourselves and find our identity and the purpose of living, rather than to define ourselves by our possessions.
A Journey of Self-Discovery
Every bend, every turn in life, is a choice that makes the difference in how our journey to fulfilment will unfold. Having versus being : the choice is not always clear, and the fit is different for every person. Thus, each must tailor his or her unique path of self-discovery to find what truly brings contentment and purpose.
Rethinking Success
In its very core, success is an altogether personal and subjective thing. Success is more than anything about the acquisition of worldly things. It is a feeling of satisfaction and gratification. By choosing being over having, we allow ourselves to move into a place of possibility where joy, peace, and purpose can be known.
The Unknowing
Fulfilment is a journey into the unknown. It is a journey of twists and turns, tests of successes, moments of doubt and clarity. As we embrace our lives amidst the unknown and dare to question their status quo, we open up space for an existence more true and meaningful.
Embrace Your Journey
So, dear reader, the next time you ask that universal question about whether it is better to have or to be, bear in mind that the answer lies within yourself. Love the journey that makes you different, cherish the experiences that mold you, and dare to take that path to fulfillment. For in pursuing being, you may discover that you already have everything you need to truly enrich your life.
Let us make this journey of discovery together as we unravel the mystery of life and plunge into the depths of our being. The road is surely not in sight, but the destination-as warranted-will be one single-mindedly fulfilling and joyful.
In a world fixated on possessions, let us dare to put our essence first. In the eternal battle between having and being, which side will you be on?
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