Woke Up Like This

by Amy Lea

“Hate to break it to you, but adulthood is just a never-ending cycle of chores, obligations, googling how to fix stuff, and spending money on things you hate. Like sponges and dish detergent.”

For some reason, I always thought adults made decisions with purpose. That they knew what they were doing all the time. But maybe adults are just like teens, bumbling around aimlessly, unsure if they’ve gotten it right.

But I hope that with every milestone you achieve, you take the time to appreciate it. Don’t let future goals get in the way of enjoying present happiness.

Hold on to every moment. Be present. Take it all in, second by second, untainted by plans and logistics. Treasure the now forever, because in the blink of an eye, it’ll be gone. And on that same note, don’t let the past dampen your present. Don’t let fear or anger stop you from what you truly want. Let go of the past and stop waiting for the future.