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Life and Time

written by Parita 10 Comments

Buddha quote about time
On Saturday afternoon, I learned that my dad’s oldest brother passed away.  This uncle was the patriarch of the family.  In fact, he raised my dad like his own son after my grandparents passed away.  While he’s no longer physically with us, I know he’s in a better place and no longer in pain.  And from what I know and remember, he lived a really full and happy life.

When death hits this close to home, all I can think about is the concept of life and time.  Shortly after I talked to my parents on Saturday, I found this quote and couldn’t stop thinking about it and what it means.

Here’s what I came up with…

The quote is yet another timeless reminder that life is short.

But here’s the thing, we all know our time is limited.  The real question is how are we going to use what is given to us.  How are we going to fill our days?

I think we owe it to ourselves to think about what makes us happy and act on it.  And I’m talking about real happiness.  The kind of happy that oozes out of your pores.  The kind of happy that makes you smile for no reason.

Whatever that looks like for you – do it, act on it.   Don’t wait for tomorrow.

Live with strength, purpose, and passion.  Make mistakes and learn from them.  Try new things.  Travel more.  Say I love you every chance you get.  Call your friends just to say hi.  Learn to __(insert whatever it is you want to learn)__.  Wake up early to watch the sunrise.  Release your inner goofball.  Say you’re sorry.  Forgive people when necessary.  Follow your heart.  Make promises and keep them.  Laugh for no reason.  Be thankful.  And PLEASE eat the freaking dessert!

While we don’t know what is going to happen tomorrow, we do have a say in the quality of today.  We shouldn’t reserve life for another day, month, or year but rather make use of the time we have today.

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Written on August 4, 2014 Related:Life

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  1. shashi @ runninsrilankan says

    August 4, 2014 at 7:11 am

    I am so sorry for your family’s loss, Parita.

    I so love this awesome post – what an awesome reminder to make the most of everyday and you bet I will most definitely “eat the freaking dessert”!!!
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    • myinnershakti says

      August 4, 2014 at 8:00 am

      Thanks, Shashi. And cheers to eating dessert!

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  2. Liz @ I Heart Vegetables says

    August 4, 2014 at 7:40 am

    I’m so sorry to hear that, Parita. I’ll be praying for you and your family!
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    • myinnershakti says

      August 4, 2014 at 8:00 am

      Thanks, Liz! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Khushboo Thadani (@KhushbooThadani) says

    August 5, 2014 at 12:57 am

    So sorry to hear about your loss, P..keeping you and your family in my prayers.

    Loved this post and it’s a reminder we all need to hear every so often! I have been debating taking up photography more seriously and I think you just helped me decide to sign up for some classes 🙂

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    • myinnershakti says

      August 5, 2014 at 4:13 pm

      Thanks, my friend!

      And yes, please sign up for that class. There’s no time like the present!

      Reply
  4. Arman @ thebigmansworld says

    August 5, 2014 at 5:59 am

    Huge condolences for you and your family, Parita- what a beautiful post to really embrace life at it’s peak.
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    • myinnershakti says

      August 5, 2014 at 4:14 pm

      Thanks, A! I appreciate it.

      Reply
  5. Dixya @ Food, Pleasure, and Health says

    August 5, 2014 at 4:41 pm

    sorry for your loss..like you said, hope he is in a better place.
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    • myinnershakti says

      August 5, 2014 at 8:10 pm

      Thanks, D…appreciate it!

      Reply
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