Ask yourself - What do I want people to remember me by? Am I living my life seeking to make a mark on the world?
I believe that we live in one of the greatest generations of all time. We all could have been born in any generation- and we were lucky enough to be able to experience the culture of today.
Especially when we're young, it is easy to take advantage of what we have and how we live. However, every day is not guaranteed. Do not wait to start living the life you want to live and leaving the legacy you want to leave. Leave none of your thoughts unsaid, and none of your dreams unfulfilled.
We must make the most of the time that we are alive. We all need to be intentional about making an atmosphere like no other for the upcoming generation, as well as leaving a phenomenal legacy to be proud of. We have the ability to set the example for those of tomorrow. We just have to be deliberate about it.
A lot of times when people think about their legacy, they think about accumulating material objects. In reality, your legacy lies in the quality of your relationships. Think- if someone were at your funeral, what would you want them to say? I know that is rather harsh, but it is a real way to think about your impact. Would they talk about how you impacted their life? Would they say things that you would want to be said about you?
In order to make the most of your life and legacy, you have to make it a priority not to live for yourself, but rather to live for others. Strive to find your passions and use them to enlighten other's lives around you. Your expertise in a certain talent can be revolutionary in someone's life. For instance, someone vocally-abled might be able to belt a song that no one else can. They should use that voice to encourage and lift others! In the same context, whatever your talent is should be used to positively influence others. Do not let your distinct strengths go to waste!
It is selfish to deprive the world of the gifts you were given. It is so easy to blend in the background of this noisy world, when really you could be making a difference with your purpose. This unique ability of yours makes you one of a kind, and it should not be dimmed. Be confident in your capabilities and the potential that you have.
In finding these passions that you have and using them positively, there is no doubt that you will leave behind a legacy that is revolutionary.
You and I should live everyday as if it is our last day. As we go into 2017, keep your legacy in mind as you try something new and make this year your year.
Be intentional and purposeful in all things, because everyday counts in making your history and your mark in this world.
