When In Doubt, Ask Why

in #life7 years ago

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Today’s post is for all those people who have ever wanted to give up when the going got a little tough. This is another one of my posts where I don’t plan ahead what I’m going to say and just type as the thoughts come to my mind. So, here goes.

When you meet a lot of people, and get to know their stories, you quickly realize that nobody’s life is perfect and that everyone has their own set of problems that they are dealing with, no matter how happy they may seem from the outside.

Really, obstacles are a fact of life no matter who you are. That’s because we are all on our own journeys towards something or the other and to get there, we have to cross the inevitable hurdles.

Sometimes, it may so happen that the obstacles in front of us, may seem so huge that we not only feel at a loss for solutions but might end up questioning the very path that we are on. If you are ever in such a scenario, just ask a very simple question.

When In Doubt, Ask Why

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I believe that whatever we do in life, from the smallest of things to the biggest, has a reason behind it. Very seldom do we do things without any reason whatsoever.

The bigger things in life, we choose after careful consideration of several factors like circumstances, vision of what life should be, dreams, aspirations, passions and what not.

So, once we’ve made a decision to do something, we set ourselves on a path and then come the inevitable pitfalls which can sometimes leave us very confused or worse, make us feel lost.

During such times, what I think would work out best to figure out the way forward (and to muster up the motivation to do so) is to ask why you started in the first place. It might sound crazy but we often forget the reason why we started something and a healthy reminder goes a long way. I guess struggles are life’s way of giving us the wake up call!

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Once you are reminded of the reason, there are several things that happen from that point on. The first thing (and the most important one) is that you stop questioning your path, and so you get a bit of clarity just because of that.

Then, once you decide to keep going, you start looking for solutions to the problem at hand with all your focus and determination. As we all know focus is one of the key ingredients for success in life and it is something that we tend to lose overtime.

When you’re focused enough, you become adept at solving even the most complicated of problems and every problem solved gives you more experience and you grow as a person.

So, you see how a little realization and reminder can go a long way? It is these little things that have a grand effect that we often overlook. So, the next time you’re in doubt, just ask why!

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Nice ..
Thank you for your words .. Life is really simple but we hold it in our sins, Unfortunately
When I feel suspicious I change the routine
Well done Post great

Thanks for the kind words :)

This would really provide clarity and inner motivation to keep going and achieve what you're supposed to. I also love the fact that you mentioned to stop questioning our paths, yeah we are here for a reason and the path that I am taking right now is the best one there is for me.

Thanks for the kind words, I really appreciate it. Yeah, clarity is much needed in anyone's journey :)

@sauravrungta You are very right and this has happened to me a lot.When I was starting my internet business it was so tough that some days I will feel like quitting EVERYDAY,but this thought comes and says WHY did you wanted to start this business.Now it is time to list them
Have financial freedom
Be my own boss
Help the poor who are suffering
help orphans
and more.This is so true that this the main thing that any succesful person in life will tell you.
Thanks for this post.

Yes, this is exactly what one needs to do. Ask the question why, and make that list.

Yes one should know the root cause of a problem before facing it headlong

congenial & phenomenal!

You are exactly right.I am so much motive from this post.
when we feel into hazard we have not hopeless.It is too much inspiration for me.
Thansk for your unock article.

very good post ...........

For one minute I thought you were in my church today, this was today's message in church. Of the truth everyone has something bordering him or her, some give up trying to solve it but only those who fight, those who see light at the end of the tunnel come out victorious, every problem has a solution.
Let me stop here, else I will flood your screen with words.
Wonderful post, you just saved lives, you just gave hope and a reason to live to billions. Great great Post.
#resteemed

Thank you so much for that wonderful comment. I can't tell you how much that means to me. Yeah, we all need to just keep moving forward towards that light at the end of the tunnel and keep hope that one day we will indeed reach it.

Really liked it! Thoughtful 😄😃

Thank you so much :)

Nice post brother

Thank you :)

The Buddha talks about only ever focusing on you and realizing that the only world that exists is the one you imagine. With this in mind we should create a world that supports our greatest desires, but we should know that those desires must have balance or we create a Hell for ourselves. I agree with this. Life is an illusion but one we can manipulate for our own benefit. If we choose a mindful life we make the best one possible and we create a path that is rewarding every step. This is a very nice post and reminded me of some things I should always remember about how to get back when I get lost. Thanks and I am resteeming.

I agree with you. All the greatest sages in history have told us that the reality is just the manifestation of our thoughts and so we can quite literally create our own world. But we do have to be mindful about it, as you said, otherwise we can just as easily create a world that is hellish, if we let our negative thoughts rule over.

Thanks for your comments. Yes the mind is a wonderful or horrible creator and we have to do all we can to understand it and to manage its behavior.

it looks like your post is a passion for me.
because it's my post never get 1 sbd.
but I think that's natural.
because indeed
maybe my post has not yet received kite award.
your post is very good (y).

Thanks!

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try to see, what my post has started to improve.
thank you

Seriously if not that distanced is a bit an obstruction to me towards you ,i should have given you a million hand shake,though you deserve it here sir;please congratulation & keep steemiting.!

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I once felt that my life did not matter anymore.
after my boyfriend cheated.
but finally I realized, that:
he is a lesson and experience for me.
now I can smile and get back to stable.

Exactly!! Every person teaches us something valuable in life. It should be used to enhance your life :)

If more people honestly asked why then the world would be different. People don't think about what they are doing, and so this is a major point. Why are you doing that? Why are using what this product is telling you that you should? It comes down to so many factors, but mainly it is the fact that we live in an authoritarian based society and often neglect to ask the question why. Keep spreading the good word.

-Austin

Yep! You dont see many people asking the really important questions in life, these days.

I wanna say that we should direct our thoughts in a positive and happy direction because it's all about energy. If we think negative it will just luxuriate and negative things will happen. Also, we'll remember good deeds in the toughest moments in our life. If there are no ups and downs in your life it means you're dead. We've all been on the bottom and got up, and that's what makes us stronger or maybe some friendship.
Have a nice day - @tonac :D

I completely agree. It’s all about energies at the end of the day. And yes without problems we would be very soft.

Very correct !all have different types of problems every time in life mostly but it does not mean that we should leave the hope but we should courage ourself with our own experiences and I also think that we should ask questions ourself and find the answers internally than we shall find us correct
Very good written..

Exactly! We should never lose hope and keep reminding ourselves of our mission in life.

Yeah, asking to self when in doubt is the real game changer. sometimes when we are wondering here and there to get the answers of our questions, it is better to put a halt and ask yourself.

All the answers we seek are within us. We just have to look.

Yes, very true.

Keep posting such things..!!
Quite motivating..!! ;)

Thank you. I’m glad you liked it :)

well written...

I really appreciate your post, @sauravrungta. I believe you that, we shouldn't give up on the journey of life in the world of today. But, we have to question ourselves, about everything that didn't work well for us, while we move forward along the way of life.
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I think, we should believe in positive thinking and the positive way of life. Our positive lifestyle will surely attribute within us to be focused and determined in anything we do. But, we must question any consequence or experience from the past. Because, when such "ups and downs" remain in our "repertoire of life energy", we will receive a negative feedback, and probably lose the struggle for achievement and success in the world.
In counselling situations, people who have noticed any problem with what they are doing, may be given a valuable opportunity or encouragement to "speak out, their feelings and fears concerning a particular negative influence in personal life.
I think that, merely asking ourselves about the reason why certain things have happened, will allow us to understand "who we are", "what we intend to do in life", and "how we can become successful in life".
I personally believe that, those people who have understood themselves will always be successful in the world of today.

"It's not the destination, it's the journey." Everything we do has many struggles and conflicts that come along with it, whether we like it or not. It is the journey of learning and growing and improving, which includes many failures that really matters. When we realize why we are doing something and accept the challenge, the whole world is ours. :)

Perfectly said. Thank you so much for a great comment :)

I like your concept of asking this simple question since I think that asking ourselves the right questions will always help us during the time of crisis. One question I learned to ask myself when I am dealing with difficulties is "What's in it for me?" Meaning what is the benefit of this struggle I am going through right now. Great post.

I think the struggles builds us into emotionally stronger people, so we are able to conquer more challenges later on. After all, everything is filled with struggles, and nothing worth getting comes easy :)

That's so true and wise :)

That's another great question one might ask to get out of situations that we unwillingly get into.

Giving up is never an option man. The only thing you can do to help yourself is to adopt the I CAN DO SPIRIT

real inspiration coming from this post honestly

Thank you :)

Nice piece @sauravrungta
The question "Why" can rekindle a dying passion and can also put off a burning zeal when you realize there's no need for that venture.

Exactly my point :)

Can I say that in my humble opinion there doesn't always seem to be a reason behind everything. But maybe that's because the logic behind it is way beyond our reasoning

The reason is always your own and not a fixed one like fate.

Thanks for your wise words.

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An excellent reminder for us all, and I too believe that everything happens for a reason! :)

Thanks for reading man! Appreciate it :)