We live in an age of quantity. The media shapes us with the notion that
larger, faster, and more are often synonymous with better. We are told that
we need to find more time, more possessions, and more love to be truly happy.
A smaller quantity of anything that is high in quality will almost always be
more satisfying. A single piece of our favorite chocolate or a thin spread of
freshly made preserves can satisfy us more than a full bucket of a product
that we aren’t very fond of. Similarly, one fulfilling experience can eclipse
many empty moments strung together. It is not the quantity of time that
matters, but the quality that you experience during each moment. Every minute
is an opportunity to love yourself and others, develop confidence and self-respect,
and exhibit courage.
Ultimately, quality can make life sweeter. When you focus on quality, all
your life experiences can be meaningful. A modest portion of good, healthy
food can nourish and satisfy you on multiple levels and, when organically
grown, nourish the earth as well. Likewise, a few hours of deep, restful
slumber will leave you feeling more refreshed than a night’s worth of
frequently interrupted sleep. A few minutes spent with a loved one catching
up on the important details about family, work, or community can carry more
meaning than two hours spent watching television together.
Often, in the pursuit of quantity we cheat ourselves of quality. Then again,
quantity also plays a significant role in our lives. Certain elements, such
as hugs, kisses, abundance, and love, are best had in copious amounts that
are high in quality. But faced with the choice between a single, heartfelt
grin and a lifetime of empty smiles, most would, no doubt, choose the former.
Ultimately, it is not how much you live or have or do but what you make of
each moment that counts.
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