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away as many of the interesting bits of our unexpected discoveries.
character as we can. So begins a magical journey of self-
So how can we break free from the discovery. Like a phoenix rising from the
monotony and rediscover the excitement ashes, like a seed sprouting into a plant,
of life? Recognising the need for change like a caterpillar metamorphosing into a
is the first step towards transformation. butterfly, life transforms into something
Embracing this understanding and taking more beautiful; each day brings
active steps to explore new interests, something new and fresh.
challenging ourselves and breaking free Curiosity kills more than the cat. It kills
from routine can lead to a more fulfilling boredom.
life. Of course a certain amount of routine Life is about being curious. Curious
is desirable and necessary to keep chaos about who we are, about this wide
at bay, but building too many patterns of wonderful world, and about what is
sameness can lead to discontent. deeply and authentically important to us.
About what we have always wanted to try
but never had the money/time/courage to
do and remembering activities we enjoyed
as children.
And when we find something that scares
us and excites us at the same time, that is
what we need to run after and grab with
our hands.
It’s true that there’s no one-size-fits-all Do we need to be more exciting?
roadmap to an exciting life. Each person’s Controversial? More interesting, less
journey is unique, shaped by individual boring? Perhaps we do! “Life isn’t
dreams, talents, and experiences. This meant to be lived perfectly…but merely
diversity means that while our paths to be lived. Boldly, wildly, beautifully,
might not be identical, the pursuit uncertainly, imperfectly, magically lived.”
of happiness and personal growth The best times in life are usually random,
is a common goal. The secret to less unplanned, and completely spontaneous.
boredom and routine is to add a dollop of
spontaneity and fun to our life. Too often,
we allow ourselves to fall into the trap of
measuring ourselves against others. And
with Instagram feeds inundated with
skinny waistlines, flashy fashions, exotic
adventures, who can really blame us?
But just because something is right
for someone else doesn’t mean that it’s So, I decided to spice up my life. But
right for me. Just because the grass looks first I vowed that there are certain things
greener on the other side doesn’t mean I shall not do - attach myself to a giant
that it is. rubber band and jump off a high bridge;
Even small changes can lead to carry a bag on my back and jump off a
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