Know what’s a little thing?
…That argument you’re having with your family member.
Know what’s a big thing?
…That both you and your family member are alive and healthy enough to argue.
Know what’s a little thing?
…The “L” you took at work, in sport, or anywhere otherwise.
Know what’s a big thing?
…That you’re conscious, coherent, and have the ability to improve.
Know what’s a small thing?
…Haters saying hateful things online or in person.
Know what’s a big thing?
…Gratitude expressed, grace given, and love felt.
It’s easy to let the small things take over your perspective. Which is, in fact, what makes them feel so big. But we have to remember what’s REALLY the big thing(s) and worth taking over our perspective.
Otherwise, small things will consume our lives until it’s too late to do anything about the big things…