Life tends to present many obstacles that take our attention away from its true meaning. We lose value in the opportunity of life because things tend to “get in the way”. Friends, family, school, social lives, parties, and holidays tend to take us away from reminding ourselves of our core wants and desires.

Even through the upcoming struggles you may face, it’s okay to find happiness in the little things because not everyone gets the privilege to experience the things the way you do. We tend to only see the socialized and accepted ways of life and lack complete courage to change our routines. We listen to others and take their advice over our own previous experiences and desires.

It’s okay to be happy with yourself.

This is one of the hardest things a person can learn to accept in life. We were made this way and put here for reasons we may never know; but it was for a purpose. Our purpose may not be seen by ourselves when we look in the mirror each morning, but it is seen in secret by the ones around us.

Whether you realize it or not, other people need you. They need your strength in times of uncertainty. They need your friendship in the troubled times. And, most importantly, it’s okay to lean on others for support. We shouldn’t have to be afraid of what others think about our feelings or personalities. If they’re a friend, they’ll stick around.

It’s okay to be happy when others are hurting.

It’s never okay to to throw your accomplishments into someone else’s face or brag about yourself constantly, but it’s still okay to be happy when those around you are struggling. Just as you struggle at times (maybe even in complete isolation), it’s okay for them to be happy as well.

At the end of the day, this is your life. You have to make decisions about things that nobody else can make for you. As sad as this sounds, we come into this world initially alone and we will have to leave this world alone. It’s the people along the way who should want to boost you up because “we’re here for a good time, not a long time”. This is why it’s important to put yourself first sometimes.

It’s okay to be happy when you’re struggling.

Bad things are going to happen to you in this game of life. Although the extent may vary of each instance, it’s okay to push those troubling times aside and be happy. Whether it’s an exam you failed or the death of a loved one, there are still positive things happening all around you that can bring happiness into your life.

The little things are the major parts of our memories that we will remember for years to come.

Whatever it may be, it’s okay to choose happiness.

Who cares what other people think? Each person was born into this world through similar circumstances. We are all equal. Don’t feel like you need to find happiness in the things others find happiness in or think are “cool.”

What works for one person will not necessarily work for you and once you accept that, happiness comes more easily in the eye of its beholder.