Making the Most of Every Day to Live a Fulfilling Life
September 4th, 2024 3:49 pm | by Blog Contributor Posted in Poetry
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Are you familiar with the Latin phrase ‘carpe diem’? Let’s delve further into its meaning as we start our journey to live a fulfilling life, and relish each day as a precious day.
To live a fulfilling life.
What does it truly mean to live a fulfilling life?
And what does ‘carpe diem‘ mean?
Often, we are heavily immersed in our own fears and worries about the future. Meanwhile, some may be thrilled for the future to come to the point that they just take today, the present day, as any other day. We tend to be too lax and rely on the thought that there is always a tomorrow. The truth is tomorrow is full of uncertainty. We can’t tell what happens tomorrow or if there will even be a tomorrow. What ultimately matters now is what happens in the present.
Therefore, we should make the most of every day and relish the current moment where we can still be with our loved ones and live a fulfilling life. Moreover, ‘carpe diem’ also implies the need to take action today to be better in terms of being productive, being careful about our choices, not letting opportunities pass by, investing in something positive, and knowing the will of God and grasping it firmly.
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How to Make the Most of Every Day?
“Carpe diem! Rejoice while you are alive; enjoy the day; live life to the fullest; make the most of what you have. It is later than you think.” – Horace
Be present in the moment.
This implies paying attention to the moment and being present with regard to current happenings. Spend time with your loved ones now and live every day as if it’s your last.
Eat right and have adequate sleep.
Basic needs such as food and sleep are immensely important in providing fuel to drive you throughout the day with a sharper and clearer mindset. This also implies tending to your needs and practicing self-care.
Have a goal every day.
Accomplish something today and make progress toward your goals. This helps us become more motivated and productive, satisfying our fulfillment and purpose in life.
Do what you love.
Spend genuine time on what makes you happy or hobbies you are enthusiastic about or enjoy doing. If you have a hobby of writing poetry or painting, don’t wait for tomorrow or next week; do them now and enjoy the present day. And when inspiration comes in, write it down as thoughts are so fleeting.
Spread kindness and positivity.
This implies being grateful for everything with a positive mindset and outlook. Kindness is contagious, and spreading it is highly encouraged to make a better world for everyone. Living a fulfilling life involves choosing to do good for others. As Mr. Hanks says, “Righteously live and let live.”
Embracing Humanness and a Fulfilling Life: Thought-Provoking, Inspirational, and Comforting A talented and passionate author, Brion K. Hanks, has magnificently written two books that attest to the idea of making the most of every day as a means to live a fulfilling life. When the Rose Fades and Tales of a Traveler in Poetry and Prose are books that capture the very essence of life. They encompass numerous poems particularly focused on life, love and loss and to help those on hospice, by offering solace to those dealing with their own demise and those grieving the loss of a loved one or friend. These poems are not just inspirational and thought-provoking, but are also deeply comforting.
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Furthermore, Brion K Hanks’s When the Rose Fades and Tales of a Traveler in Poetry and Prose serve as a powerful reminder of the fleeting nature of time and the significance of seizing the present moment. These books highlight the importance of not squandering a single day and do emphasize the need to actively make a positive difference each day.
Additionally, they accentuate the necessity of treasuring and appreciating the people we hold close, as time waits for no one and we may eventually lose those we cherish. Living a fulfilling life involves prioritizing the present and striving to contribute meaningfully each day for the betterment of ourselves and those around us.
Nevertheless, along with the book When The Rose Fades, the author, Mr. Hanks, authored Tales of a Traveler in Poetry and Prose, which also narrates a significant purpose and meaning to the readers. We highly recommend reading the masterpieces of Brion K. Hanks and harnessing your drive to effectively capture the healing power of poetry.
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You can click here to obtain your own copy of the book When the Rose Fades, authored by Brion K. Hanks. And click this link to purchase Mr. Hanks’ second poetry book Tales of a Traveler in Poetry and Prose.