Tag: peaceful

life

Bitter or better; I choose better…

stanley & bear

Without realising, I was being swept up in the drama and negativity of other’s actions.

I was allowing myself to engage, until realising this morning that this engagement was causing immense disharmony to my being.

So I need to disconnect. To once again become grounded in the present, and not allow my self to be carried away with the negative.

I have the choice. The choice to change, the choice to be better.

Many years ago, after suffering an immeasurable loss, I read the quote:  when tragedy strikes your life you can choose to be one of two things – bitter or better: I choose better. 

I have had to remind myself of those poignant words, and perhaps edit them slightly.

When negativity enters your life, you can choose to be one of two things – bitter or better: I choose better…

So I choose to live in the present moment, see the happiness, see the positive and revel in the good.

I will never be able to change the actions of others, yet I can change how I respond and react.

So rather than engage in bitterness, anger, and disgust, I shall embrace the quiet, the peace and the beauty of the present moment.

I choose better.

life, travel

In the central highlands of Bali…

stanley & bear

A few years ago I came across a site called Workaway: a concept where travellers are offered free accommodation in exchange for hours worked.

I was a host for some time and now as I’m travelling without any destination in mind, this concept has offered alternatives to regular accommodation.

I recently stayed in a beautiful 5-star eco-lodge in the central highlands of Bali: all the owners asked for in return was images they could use on social media & websites.

As a photographer & journalist, it offered a great opportunity to capture this beautiful place nestled high in the hills, surrounded by crystal clear waterfalls.

Serene, elegant & peaceful…