Ever notice how we’re all chasing happiness, like it’s the only thing that matters? Temporary highs, quick thrills, that constant search for more happiness — it’s like we’re all in some never-ending race. But here’s the problem: life isn’t just about happiness. And honestly, we know it, but we still keep pushing for that ‘all-happy, all-the-time’ dream. Spoiler alert — it doesn’t exist.

Let’s get real: life’s a rollercoaster filled with happiness, sadness, mystery, confusion, and yes, even those oh-so-quiet moments of depression. But somehow, in today’s world, people think they deserve to be happy all the time. Like life is supposed to be one giant party with no breaks for the tough stuff. Sounds exhausting, right?

And what do we do when things don’t go as planned? Sometimes, we can’t even put those feelings into words. We try to talk, but no words come out. Other times, it just hurts so much that silence feels safer. Why? Why do we struggle to express what’s eating us up inside? I’ve been chasing the answer to this for six years, and I think I’ve finally got it.

Humans have freedom. Sounds simple, right? But here’s the kicker — kids today (and sometimes adults) use this freedom all wrong. They think freedom means getting whatever they want whenever they want, chasing happiness like it’s a prize they deserve 24/7. But freedom is actually an opportunity — an opportunity to experience all of life, the ups, the downs, and everything in between.

We need to remember that life isn’t just about the good stuff. It’s about the whole messy mix — happiness, yes, but also sadness, confusion, and all the other feelings we try so hard to avoid. You can’t have one without the other, and that’s the beauty of it. Yet people today want only happiness. They expect life to be smooth sailing, and when it’s not, they freak out. Spoiler alert #2: life isn’t supposed to be just happy.

And when life throws curveballs? The best thing you can do is stay silent. Yup, silence can be your best friend. I know, I know, you’re thinking, “But I need to scream, I need to vent!” And sure, sometimes you do. But often, letting out all that frustration just adds another problem to your life. It’s like adding gasoline to the fire when all you really need is a moment of quiet.

So next time life tries to knock you down? Be like a mirror. Reflect back what you need, but don’t let anything stick to you. Don’t explode, don’t break down. Just be calm and let it pass. Because sometimes, silence is the most powerful answer. You can’t control everything, but you can control how you respond.