A normal Day

 I have really started to appreciate when things feel “normal”. After any traumatic loss, there is always a longing for what once was. In my case, the longing for normalness isn’t a longing to walk, but rather for independence. I have finally reached a point where I feel completely independent. I can compulsively clean, make art, or exercise whenever I want. I can make plans with whomever I want wherever I want and be confident in my ability to make them happen. 

There is a Buddhist concept that whatever moment we are in, it can always get “better” or “worse” in a matter of seconds. if we focus on the idea that it could be better it will only feel worse. If we focus on the idea that it could be worse it can allow us to appreciate each moment even more. The ideal would be to always understand that any situation could be better or worse and make the most of it for what it is. 

When people get to the end of their life. They don’t long for something they’ve never done. They long for a normal day. Because a normal day is what makes up who we are as people. I was listening to this Joe Rogan podcast where his guest said he stopped drinking coffee for a month and wasn’t himself. He didn’t think the same. I kind of feel the same way about our environment. 

Now that I think about it, it’s a super basic idea. Our surroundings influence and make us the person we are. Of course. But, I feel like this idea of longing for a normal day takes it a step further. Maybe it’s just because it’s what’s easiest and naturally as humans, we long for what’s easiest. 

Let me know in the comments why you think we long for a normal day.

How do any of my blogs relate to me being paralyzed? It’s my life and I’m paralyzed.