Emotions are the most difficult part of self-expression. You are often caught in between, wondering whether you are overreacting, being entitled, demanding, selfish, or even foolish. In my opinion, maturity is the ability to process our actions and decisions before we make them. Whether they might negatively affect someone or not, as long as they bring balance, that should be all that matters.
As we grow older, managing our emotions without being overwhelmed becomes easier. It’s fascinating to realize that emotional intelligence is the most crucial part of life, as it guarantees your ability to succeed. Understanding when to be expressive and when to hold back should be seen as a great skill, because it takes self-discipline to achieve. Unfortunately, society often recognizes only material accomplishments. However, I believe the greatest achievements are the battles we fight within ourselves and win—the bad habits we struggle to overcome, the inner demons we work to tame, self-care, discipline, and so on. Every phase of life comes with its unique struggles. Don’t wait until you buy a mansion before you celebrate. Celebrate yourself every chance you get, because you deserve all the love.
Life is beautiful sometimes and, at other times, unbearably ugly. You can feel exhausted and overwhelmed. I believe the mundane aspects of life are its true essence because, without them, how would we even recognize exhaustion when life gets busy? You are here, you are there, almost forgetting yourself—who you are and sometimes who you are meant to be. When life looks ugly, how do you overcome that phase? Am I the only one who feels that our emotions are sometimes a reflection of our subconscious? Let me elaborate on the impact of unstable emotions on our daily lives.
When you cannot control your emotions and how you process them, you may push people away—especially those who could positively impact your life. Genuine people need a safe space where they feel appreciated and seen; only then can they thrive in their true potential. Only then can they recognize the value of bringing productivity into your life. However, if you are unstable in your actions or how you process emotions—whether it’s your anger or even your selflessness—you may only keep people around temporarily, even when they could be of great value to you.
Maturity is measured by age, knowledge, and life experiences. Controlling your actions and emotions does not mean you should remain silent when you need to yell and scream your lungs out. It means having the wisdom to know when to express yourself and when to hold back. Sometimes, I hear people say, This is me. This is who I am. But if who you are brings pain to others, then you need to work on yourself. There is an order to life. The sequence of life should be common knowledge in society. I understand that no matter how disciplined you are, you still may not be able to function in every space, but my point here is dynamism. Be dynamic and flexible. If you are, the sky is only your beginning.
Written with love by
Moonlight Ruona Amreta
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