The Glass Is Refillable

There is an old saying relating to how someone perceives events in life.  It is called, "is the glass half full or half empty?"  Therefore, imagine a glass that has water filled to the halfway point.  An optimistic person may say that they have enough water in the glass to enjoy a refreshing drink.  On the contrary, a pessimistic person may suggest that there was only a small amount of water left in the glass and that it is a huge bummer that there may not be enough water to drink in order to feel refreshed.  

One person could look at the glass of water and see that the glass of water is half full.  This would be perceived as an optimistic perspective.  So the life application of this thought pattern is that this particular person sees the challenges of life as being positive.  For example, if this person were to lose their job, they would see this as an opportunity instead of a challenge.  Maybe they would see this as time to spend with their family, a new beginning to look for a new job, and find joy in going back to school or changing their career. 

On the contrary, a person who looks at the same exact glass of water may see the glass as being half empty.  This would be considered a pessimistic perspective and a negative view of a given situation.  Should this person lose their job, they would be devastated, saddened, and upset.  They may not see this as an opportunity but instead as a financial and person burden to themselves and their family.  

Interestingly enough, I recently was talking to my friend about this exact analogy.  Over a yummy cup of coffee, I point blank asked her if me losing my job should be viewed as a glass half empty or glass half full scenario.  She looked at me straight in the eyes and said, "Well, what if I see it differently?  Because to me, the glass is exactly what I need at this time in my life.  Furthermore, the glass is always refillable should you have access to more liquids".  We smiled together and continued along with our conversation.  

Later on that day, I began pondering my perspective on this particular saying and I began contemplating my own reality.  For instance, what liquids do I use to refill my cup?  In my hypothetical world, the liquids could represent hobbies, exercise or music.  I fill my cup with meditation, I spend time with nature, I express my creative side through writing and sometimes I go for a walk.  All these different things add up and help me keep my glass of water exactly what I need for this particular time in my life.  

Maybe, just maybe, the glass is not half full and it certainly is not half empty.  But instead, the glass is always refillable.  Therefore, it is simply what we chose to do within the confines of the glass we are given and how we perceive the way in which we refill it.  Today, I hope you will take a moment and think about where you are in life.  Because your glass is filled to perfection since you are exactly where you need to be in your life at this point in time.  

Love Note: With all my heart, I genuinely request that due to the content written, please seek the guidance of professional help should you feel you need it.