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Monday Musings

Motivational Monday Longtime radio broadcaster Paul Harvey , born on this day in 1918, once said "Ever since I made tomorrow my favorite day, I've been uncomfortable looking back." To what extent does this make sense for you? How comfortable are you with looking ahead as opposed to looking back?

         

         

         I believe this particular quote is about embracing the future. Tomorrow brings new possibilities, adventures, and experiences. It depends upon one's willingness to attempt new things, and accept change. It can be exciting. A person can improve themselves, learn, and grow.

         I'm all for self-improvement, and trying new hobbies. There's always something new to experience. Travelling is fun, and meeting people invigorating. Doing the same-old-same-old can be stale. I'm not necessarily negating traditions. Tasting different food, listening to alternate music, reading various genres, can all be life-affirming. We can all benefit from a challenge or two.

          While I'm all for enthusiastically embracing the future, I must confess that I I retain a fondness for the past, mine, and history's. I find it fascinating. Nostalgia is appealing and illuminating. I cannot disregard my past entirely. It shaped me and taught me. I hold tight to many of my memories. They are cherished friends.