LIVING FOR THE DAY

MANY OF US FEEL THAT WE ARE THE ONLY ONES WITH PROBLEMS WHILE OFTEN OTHERS HAVE BIGGER HEADACHES.

Dilip was rushing for work on his motorcycle and didn’t look to right or left. He overtook cars until he came to a red signal light and then he banged into the car in front of him. He died on the spot.

How many Dilips do you know who are rushing around trying to do too much?

Death is round the corner or you can even get knocked down when crossing the road.

Tomorrow is promised to no-one and Today is all we have. Isn’t it time we looked at making the most of the day and the evening?

Each moment is precious. Perhaps we can get up half an hour earlier so we can spend the time in prayer or studying or even reading an inspiring book.

Waking at sunrise means that you have a little time to yourself before you start the day’s routine.

You can think new thoughts and plan your day. Maybe your family will welcome a surprise breakfast of bacon and eggs. Or perhaps you can change from the usual rice and curry for lunch and make noodles and devilled chicken. You can start thinking of a different gravy.

Do you have to go to office or school? Are you thinking with trepidation of a difficult boss or Principal? Don’t let it worry you for you have your own tasks to carry out. Besides, your boss may be having his own problems so you should try to understand.

Do you know of a friend or relative who is trying to cope with pain or loneliness? Why don’t you talk to him or her to make the person feel better?

Many of us feel that we are the only ones with problems while often others have bigger headaches. When you reach out to another you will find that your own situation is bearable.

When you start thinking you will find that the time is flying and soon the morning has gone.

How did you spend your morning? Did you find the time to read the newspapers?

However busy you are, do try to fit in something memorable into your day so that, looking back come evening you can pat yourself on the back. It may be a good deed or an act of charity.

Do you know of an elder who finds time hanging on his hands? Just give him a call and spend a little time having a short chat.

There should be no room for regret if you have spent your day well.

Don’t forget that Sri Lanka has a high rate of suicide and you may even contribute to help someone not take his or her life. As the saying goes,

“Suicide Prevention is Everyone’s Responsibility.”

Live Today well so you can have a good night’s sleep!