Realizations after the age of 35
Life, like a magnificent epic, is full of unknowns and surprises in every chapter. And after I crossed the threshold of thirty-five, I felt as if I was standing at a new height, overlooking the intersection of the past and the future, and my heart swelled with unprecedented realization.
I used to be like most young people, with dreams and passions, and struggled to move forward in the torrent of life. I chase fame and fortune and desire to succeed, but I often lose sight of my inner voice and real needs. Until that stormy night, I stood in front of the window, looking at the world outside the window, and suddenly an inexplicable melancholy surged in my heart.
It was a normal Friday night, and I was working late into the night and coming home exhausted. His wife had fallen asleep, and the child was lying quietly in his cot. I sat alone on the couch in the living room, turned on the TV, and had no intention of watching. The sound of rain outside the window knocking on the window, as if telling the hardships and difficulties of life.
At this moment, the phone suddenly rang, it was a message from an old friend. He told me that he had recently quit his well-paying job and chose to return to his hometown to be with his parents. I was amazed by his decision, and even more surprised by the fluctuations in my own heart. I suddenly realized that I had been pursuing the outer things all along, but I had neglected my inner voice and real needs.
That night, I stayed up all night. I think about my life, about my dreams and pursuits. I began to recall the bits and pieces of the past, the laughter and tears of the past, the setbacks and successes of the past. I realized that life is not just about seeking fame and success, but also about finding inner peace and fulfillment.
Since then, I've been trying to change my lifestyle. I have reduced my working hours and increased the time I spend with my family. I began to pay attention to my inner needs and try to understand and accept my imperfections. I started to learn how to get along with others and how to build deeper relationships.
These changes have not been easy, but I have learned a lot. I've found that when I really focus on my heart, I become more confident and determined. When I started paying attention to the needs of others, I became more kind and tolerant. When I started enjoying every moment of my life, I became happier and more content.
However, the realizations of life don't stop there. As the years passed, I gradually understood a more profound truth: life is a practice, and the purpose of practice is to better understand myself, others, and the world.
I started trying all sorts of new things, whether it was learning a new language or trying a whole new way of exercising. Every attempt made me feel the infinite possibilities of life, and also made me cherish every moment more.
At the same time, I also began to pay more attention to the changes and development of society. I began to think about my responsibility and mission, and how I could contribute more to society. I realized that the power of one person is small, but if each of us can do our part, we can create a better future together.
In the process, I also gradually understood the importance of human relationships. I started to take the initiative to communicate and share with others, and to listen to their stories and ideas. I've found that when we open our hearts to others, we not only gain more friendship and love, but we also learn more from others.
Today, I have crossed the threshold of 35 years old and stand at a new starting point. I am grateful for all the experiences and insights that life has given me, and for the people and things that have accompanied me on this journey. I know that there is still a long way to go, but I believe that as long as I maintain a grateful and open heart, I can continue to move forward and grow.
In the year I was thirty-five years old, I experienced a profound inner transformation. It was a sunny weekend and my wife and I were taking our kids on a picnic in the countryside. We found a quiet place, spread out our picnic mats and enjoyed the gifts of nature.
Just as we were about to start the meal, a little boy ran over with curiosity and excitement in his eyes. He asked if we could play frisbee with him. I looked at his innocent smile and felt a warm current in my heart. I put down the food in my hand and played frisbee with him. At that moment, I felt as if I had returned to my own childhood and felt that carefree joy.
When we got tired of playing, we sat down on the grass and rested. The little boy told me that his parents had recently divorced and that he felt lonely and helpless. As I listened to him, I couldn't help but feel a surge of sympathy and pity in my heart. I told him that life can be full of challenges and difficulties at times, but as long as we keep a strong heart, we can overcome all difficulties.
I talked a lot with the little boy that afternoon. I shared my own experiences and stories, and I listened to his thoughts and feelings. The distance between us gradually narrowed, and it was as if we had become close friends.
On the way home, I kept thinking about this experience. I realized that everyone in life has their own story and experience, and we all need to be understood and loved. And when we take the initiative to pay attention to others and understand others, we can not only gain more friendship and love, but also make our hearts richer and more fulfilling.
This experience strengthened my belief that life is not just about living for myself, but also about growing and progressing with others. I began to be more actively involved in social activities, pay attention to social issues, and do my part to contribute to society.
Today, I am no longer the young man who only pursues fame, fortune and success. I learned how to balance work and life, how to focus on my inner needs, and how to build good relationships with others. I cherish every moment even more and be grateful for every bit of life.
After the age of 35, I realized that I had a deeper understanding of the meaning and value of life. I know that there is still a long way to go, but I believe that as long as I maintain a grateful and open heart, I can continue to move forward and grow. I will cherish every opportunity to experience the beauty of life