Your Own Thing

There are loads of people that have that one special thing that’s just for them, that just makes life a little better. Having an escape is important to not just your emotional health but your over all state of being. If you don’t think you have that one thing then I urge you to thoroughly examine your life for a moment, because that one thing doesn’t have to be extravagant. It can be as simple as reading a book or playing a video game. I’ve known people who even do origami.

One of mine is probably a stupid thing to do, even as an adult. But my neighborhood is pretty safe so I’m sure it’s fine, and I’m not willing to give it up. I like to take walks late at night, just to make the edge of life not seem so sharp. Having the streets to your self at night, there’s just something about it. For me it’s a good perspective enhancer, showing you the way your side of the world is before it wakes up. As a mostly introverted person I find moments like that extremely important. It’s tiring to see everyone and every thing to be on all the time.

Sharing that one special ritual with someone, take your pick who, is a giant leap of trust. For some people, it’s a scary jump. Why it’s scary is different for everybody, and in different levels. The reasons for wanting to share it also vary greatly. Some people want a person that will accept them so much that they jump the gun, and end up getting hurt. Showing your inner world to the wrong person is extremely damaging to your heart. And then that one special thing, might not be so special anymore. But you know, it’s not necessary to share everything with someone. It’s okay to have that one thing that’s just yours. If someone’s not okay with that, and you can’t convince them, then maybe you should let them go. Although that’s a different discussion altogether.

You don’t have to share that special moment of your day with someone if you don’t want to. It’s not a necessity. And I would ask that you strongly consider it first.