It is an election year in the USA. The political situation in the US is tenuous at best. All forms of media are using any means to garner viewers or readers. Many people feel that the presidential election in 2024 can be a turning point for the country. People of all races, listen up. Stop looking for salvation, answers or security from anyone or anything outside yourself.
The lack of positive self motivation in many US citizens is astounding. The blind faith in politicians that is exhibited by many people is a cause for concern. People put pressure on politicians to, “do the right thing.” Politicians are people just like everyone else in the world. Expecting people to perform wonders just because you voted for them is not realistic. There is nothing wrong with voting or representing a political party. The act that leads many people to misery is when the political party, or politician, doesn’t do what they want. This is why I say find what you need inside yourself. No outside force, person, or campaign can make you achieve the greatness that is inside of you.
Women of all races are rallying around Kamala Harris. Harris is being looked at as an example of women’s advancement. Harris’ achievements are noteworthy and she seems to be politically savvy. Suggestion: enjoy the role and victories Harris has achieved and never forget that she is human like anyone else. Harris’ possible election may instill a sense of pride in women, and it should. Harris should not be the bearer of every women’s hopes and dreams. The hopes, dreams and aspirations for each individual should come from that individual. To tie your existence, self worth, and happiness to someone outside yourself is asking for a severe letdown.
Donald Trump is an enigma that has taken the US by storm in the past twenty years. Similar to Harris, Trump has plenty of followers who look to him for some form of salvation. Trump is human and prone to error like anyone else. If he is your choice for President, enjoy his victories and move on. Do not burden Trump with the pressure of being a savior. A person’s happiness, peace of mind, positive mental health needs to come from inside of them. When you devote all your energy, drive, and tie your happiness to actions of any other human being, you take your life into your own hands.
Many citizens use celebrities in the same way others burden politicians with their mental health or happiness. The act of using social media to track famous people and attempt to live as the celebrity does via cell phone is insane. Actions of others can motivate you and make you smile. This is okay. The true source of a person’s happiness needs to come from inside of them. This statement is also true for the people who burden professional athletes and various teams with the duty to make them happy. Enjoy the victories and the entertainment factor that celebrities, pro athletes, and sports teams achieve. Do not burden the aforementioned with the task of keeping you happy, mentally healthy and peaceful.
People of the world, take control of your lives and find the happiness and greatness that is inside of you. Watch, vote, cheer the people and teams on TV. These factors can add to your happiness. Do not let anything or anyone outside of yourself become the source of your happiness. True greatness and peace of mind, which leads to happiness, is inside you. All you have to do is want to find it.
Frank James IV © 2024
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