There are few things in life that come for free and the vast majority of those that do are completely worthless. Whether something costs money, energy, or time does not matter, only that there is some marginal cost for a benefit. Such is the law of responsible consumerism: something should only be bought if its benefits outweigh its costs. Just like everything else, being a balanced person comes with great benefits as well as great costs, which are sometimes not always in balance themselves. It takes a lot to be a balanced person and to live a healthy, fulfilling, and meaningful life. Striving to do so is a task of many while accomplishing it is a claim of few. One of the problems you will face in your journey is the dedication required and the frustration that is sure to come. Any reasonable person with the gift of forethought knows that trials will come and go, but one cannot if he or she is ever to reach the goal.
Dedication
It takes dedication to be a balanced person. When obstacles come, one must keep persevering no matter what happens. One must know where he or she is heading, know why he or she is heading there, and how to get there.
Motivation
To reach this goal, one must be able to continue along the path at all times. No breaks and no exceptions.
Help
Regardless of how well-off one is, at some time, we all need help, whether from another person or not. We must know where to look for it and how to accept it, or else we will fail. Also required is the knowledge and ability to decide which person to select for help, and who is trustworthy enough.
Set the goal to be balanced, take the right steps toward it, and you will eventually get there. Whether or not you think you can, you are right. And no matter what happens, I want you all to continue along your paths, even if it hurts.
