I have been reminded lately of the importance of maintaining balance in life. Sometimes we can push ourselves too hard trying to achieve an objective and become almost obsessed while losing our balance that is oh so important in this life. If we become too focused and driven to achieve any one goal, we risk neglecting other important aspects of our lives and will likely see the deterioration of our spiritual, emotional and psychological conditions.

Balance seems to be easier to maintain than to gain back. Once we get going, we may find it difficult to stop until we achieve our goal. So, does this mean we must press on with no balance, getting more miserable by the day because we just cannot stop until we reach our destination? We could choose that path or we could choose the path of spiritual and psychological well-being always keeping them as our top priorities while still pursuing our goals. Sure, it may take a bit longer to achieve our goals but we would certainly enjoy the journey more if we maintained a balance in our lives consisting of time with family and friends, spiritual and psychological practice, fun and relaxation. The hard part is to get off the crazy train and get back to our balance. Just how do we stop the obsession?

There is no easy, magical answer here. We just have to do it, the choice is yours. Do you want to be that person who will forsake happiness and family, the raising of children or time spent with your wife or elderly parents because you have a goal to achieve and you will only take it easy once you achieve that goal? The problem with that is that you will be missing out on so much life has to offer, you may neglect and hurt those closest to you and you will not be spiritually and psychologically healthy and happy. And, there is a good chance that when you’ve achieved one goal you will just move right on to the next and find yourself in the same position yet again. The choice is your. All we have is this moment. Life is short and tomorrow may never come, so I ask you…do you want to be happy today?

Tags: Balance, Behavior, Obsession, Stress