There are times when we feel lost. What can we do? What can we do? What’s really important? What’s really important? So how can we make sense of it all? Here’s a truly magical text to help you make sense of your life.

A story to change your outlook on life:

“Let’s assume that life lasts 80 years.

At the very beginning, the human being we’re talking about is bursting with enthusiasm; his travel bag is heavy, packed to the brim with ideals, ambitions and hopes.

Ready to brave hardship and danger, he placed his foot on the first step, beginning his ascent. And so he climbs until the age of 20, when he takes his first steps into society on his own, begins to identify the rules and realizes that society imposes a heavy burden on him. He fights hard, but already feels tired. At this point, who would want to carry so many dreams on their back? So he decided to let go of them for the time being, and to focus first on securing the necessities, on creating a situation for himself. I’ll get back to my dreams later,” he says to himself, “I’ve still got plenty of time. He immediately feels much lighter and continues on his way. He continues to age. Fatigue accumulates, the struggle intensifies, worries multiply. Inevitably, he begins to complain. He feels betrayed by society, he’s given too much of himself, the reward is small. He panics and doubt sets in. But, grumbling, he continues on his way.

At 40 years old, the age when one no longer doubts, what excited him was no longer there. The man is exhausted, discouraged. He now relies on others to keep him going.

Having reached the age of 60, he says to himself that the evening of life must be beautiful, that it must be cherished. He decides to calm down and stop complaining. This is the stage in life when man understands the deeper meaning of what he hears. Henceforth, his heart is ready to listen, and there is no longer any need for reproaches.

Finally, the man reaches the age of 80. At this other end of his life, suddenly feeling an immense disappointment, he remembers that what he valued most in life, he left in the travel bag of his twenties. All those dreams he never realized, never gave free rein to, never accompanied him. All his life, he has traveled in vain. But his 20s are gone forever, because on the path of life, there’s no turning back.”

How do you give meaning to your life?:

Giving meaning to your life means coming back to yourself. It’s about questioning our heart: what do I want to express in this world? What are my dreams?

Modern society has asked us to fit into a mold and set aside our dreams for management, insurance and so many other so-called serious things. Yes, things that make us money, but don’t always feed our hearts.

Our parents and teachers asked us to be serious about our choices. They didn’t ask us what our dreams were.

Worse still, we’re told all too often: Stop dreaming!

But to dream is to be alive, to give voice to our heart.

We’re not here on Earth to be like everyone else, to fall into line. We’re here to experience and express.

We all have talents. And we should put them at the service of the world, rather than trying to pretend they don’t exist.

It’s time to wake up, to free ourselves. What do you dream of?

The important thing is to listen to your heart.

In other words, stop letting others, society and even your beliefs tell you that you’re not allowed, that you’re too old, too young… You have the right to express what’s inside you.

A meaningful life is one in which you are free to be yourself.

Remember this tale whenever you’re tempted not to listen to your heart and follow your dreams.

A few words to give meaning to your life:

I still can’t believe how much I’ve rejected society’s codes. In fact, I suffered for it. Giving up my studies, being stared at: Are you sure you want to do this? Giving up on permanent contracts: You know, jobs don’t just fall into your lap. It’s okay if you don’t like it, you’ll get used to it. I felt very alone, and even a little crazy.

Now I’ve really understood what I’ve always done in a clumsy way: I’ve listened to my heart. Seeing myself here writing these words, on the blog Full of Happiness my heart is filled with gratitude, because I followed my heart. Yes, it took courage and I’ve been through a lot. But today, I feel at peace and in my place. Thank you so much!

I hope you experience the same thing I did. Follow your heart, follow your dreams, they’ll lead you to the person you really are.

Find out more:

I invite you to read these 2 complementary articles:

Discover How can you find meaning in your life? 5 tips to help you make sense of it all
Discover The 7 steps to a more spiritual life and rediscovering the true meaning of life

I recommend this inspiring book:

Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
The author explores the concept of optimal experience, known as “flow”, where individuals are totally absorbed and engaged in an activity. Focusing on the psychological aspects of finding meaning in life’s immersive and rewarding experiences, the book offers insight into the pursuit of fulfillment and purpose.

Very intellectually stimulating, very true. Makes you understand how the brain works, and how we adopt behaviors that bring us closer to what we want and what makes us happy. Very well written, highly recommended.

Thank you very much for reading this article.

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Take care of yourself