We don’t only live once. We live every day we choose to be present.

Saturday afternoon, flying to Atlanta by myself to watch Mel Robbins’ Let Them Theory tour, and as I was sitting by the window, this thought came to me.

People always say that we only live once, so we should go for it, try new things, and pursue what we dream about. I understand the intention behind that, but as I was reflecting on it, I realized that I don’t fully agree with that perception of life.

I don’t believe we only live once. I believe we live every day we choose to be present, every day we choose to have a grateful mindset, and every day we allow ourselves to be fully in the moment we are living.

When we choose to live in the present and truly show up for what is in front of us, that is when we are actually living a life of love, faith, certainty, and gratitude. And I believe that is the kind of life that brings real fulfillment.

It is also the kind of life that can leave an impact on others. An impact that inspires someone else to pursue their dreams, to believe in themselves, and to pass that light along.

Because in the end, we don’t carry anything out of this life. But we do have the opportunity to leave something behind. We have the opportunity to leave words, love, courage, grace, and a way of living that may help others see themselves with more love and compassion.

That is what matters most, that the impact of how we choose to live can ripple across oceans and generations. 🤍