Don't Take It All So Seriously: Have a Laugh amid Chaos
Cultivating an Abundant Life
“A well-balanced person is one who finds both sides of an issue laughable.” — Herbert Procknow
Despite all the chaos and confusion of life, keeping the perspective that not every day will go in our favor is vital.
Every day we feel the inevitable force of fate — an elevator door closing just as we approach, a flight delayed because of heavy traffic, and a sudden rainstorm that leaves us unable to find shelter.
These inconveniences may lead us to react negatively with frustration and anger; however, Stoic thinkers urge us to train ourselves not to be engulfed by such negative emotions.
According to Séneca, a renowned Stoic philosopher from the first century, such events should instead be viewed humorously for us to keep our sanity!
Though much of what happens in life is out of our control, how we decide to react always remains with us.
Releasing a jovial belly laugh at yourself or your current situation demonstrates an innate understanding. As you chuckle, each part of …
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