Some days start like a dream. The alarm goes off on time, the coffee tastes just right, and you feel perfectly put together as you step out the door. But let’s be real; that’s the exception, not the rule.
Most mornings feel more like a mad scramble. You wake up late, spend extra time waiting for your turn on a machine in the gym, and realise halfway through your work that you’ve forgotten to have your breakfast. It’s not glamorous, but it’s life.
And in all that chaos, life still goes on.
The Little Things That Make Us Human
Think about your day. How many moments passed without you giving them a second thought? The sound of dosa batter sizzling on the pan in the morning, filling the kitchen with its comforting aroma. The slightly-too-loud laugh from your coworker that made you smile. That tiny nod you exchanged with a stranger as you both waited for the elevator.
These moments are so small, they’re easy to miss. But when you really stop to think about them, you realise they’re what makes life feel full.
Even the frustrating bits have their charm. Like getting caught in the rain without an umbrella. You’re drenched, annoyed, but somehow, it’s also so much fun. It’s the kind of thing you’ll laugh/cherish about later, maybe even the same day.
The Wins (No Matter How Small
Then there are the small victories. You know, the ones that feel oddly satisfying even though they don’t seem like much. Be it from crossing off the simplest task on your to-do list (yes, adding “drink water” counts) to finding an unexpected five minutes to sit quietly and breathe. Or even realising you didn’t burn your food for once – or maybe discovering a smart way to removed that burnt edges.
These moments might not be Instagram-worthy, but they’re real. And sometimes, real is better.
The In-Between Moments
Life isn’t just about the big milestones – it’s made up of everything that happens in between. The spontaneous coffee/tea plan made with a friend, the unexpected hug from a loved one, or the way the sun hits your face during your travel to work.
We often wait for the “big things” to feel happy – a promotion, a vacation, a long-awaited goal. But if we only live for those, we’ll miss out on the magic of the ordinary.
Finding Joy in the Chaos
So, here’s the thing: life is messy. It’s unpredictable, full of hiccups and surprises. But maybe that’s what makes it B.E.A.U.T.I.F.U.L.
The next time you’re stuck in traffic or standing in line, take a moment to look around. Notice the people, the sounds, the little things happening all around you.
It’s in those moments, the ones we usually rush through, there is where life really happens. And when we start to notice them, the chaos doesn’t feel so chaotic anymore.
Life isn’t perfect, but it doesn’t need to be. Sometimes, it’s the imperfections that make it all worthwhile.