Anyway, this text was saying that we don't take time to appreciate life, we are running through life and especially as a medical student. She was criticizing our American way of life, always running and never taking time for ourselves, to take care of us, and always running in pursuit of happiness.
Well, I can see where it comes from, but I couldn't agree with it. I understand that people looks at me and thinks I have a crazy life, I don't have much time for relaxation and extra-curricular activities, that is true. I have time for the most important people in my life (my family). I make little sacrifice everyday to be there, but not that big. (okay, I might have more time to exercise otherwise, but then, hum, not a big sacrifice). Because I LOVE what I do, it is not as heavy as it might seems. The other most important thing is that I am not waiting until this or that happens to be happy. Happiness is the Journey, it is not the destination. You cannot wait until you become an attending to begin to live your life, because by then, you will have forget how to. You have to get every little moment of happiness along the way. That is happiness...
Is everyday the best day of my life? Certainly not! But I try to find some good in each day. Some days are easier than others. But, even that said, I am not miserable for months or even weeks at a time. I couldn't go through it if I was.
So, if you don't like the road you're walking, start paving another one...
