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I had just finished a long day, one could say I was on the "struggle bus." I had been frustrated by homework, by friends, and all I wanted to do was give up. I did not want to give up any more of my time for homework, for FFA, for my fraternity, or for that matter any other project I had going on. All I wanted to do was relax, maybe watch a movie or just hang out with some friends. I wanted to do what was convenient for me.
This is a type of situation I am sure all of us have encountered at least once before. Recently, I have become frustrated with so many problems and stressed about getting everything done, that I have forgot about giving of myself. I had lost track of those simple principles we learn as we are growing up- to think of others before yourself, to not take anything for granted, to be patient, etc.
Convenience has become such an emphasis in our lives, from ipads to fast food restaurants. We tend to have less patience and do what is suitable for our lifestyle. That night I was so frustrated, I couldn't sleep, my mind was buzzing with thoughts! What was so bad that day that I am this upset? Why am I being so selfish? How can I fix this?
I realized that it may not be the EASIEST or MOST convenient thing, but I needed to GIVE more of myself. Even if I did not feel like I had anything left to give, even though I had piles of homework and many projects to complete, even if it meant sacrificing my precious time, I have to take time to help others, to finish an important project, to do well in school....
...to fulfill my potential to make this world a better place, I have to GIVE of myself.
How do each and of everyone of us stop from falling into the convenience of selfishness?
What are you going to do today to GIVE of yourself?
Will you make the CHOICE to give even when it isn't the most convenient option?
Stationed by the door,
Justin Crowley
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