Add a golden touch of Kintsugi in life

As I sit here, pondering the intricacies of life, I am struck by the remarkable journey that we all undertake. From our earliest moments to the present day, we are a tapestry of experiences, a collection of memories, joys, heartaches, and triumphs that shape and define us.

It is easy to focus on the highs and lows, the peaks and valleys of life, but in doing so, we risk overlooking the beauty of the journey itself. Every moment, every experience, and every encounter is a piece of a vast and intricate puzzle that forms the backdrop of our lives.

For me, the key to embracing this journey lies in accepting all of it, the good and the bad, the easy and the difficult. I have come to realize that my failures and successes, my joys and sorrows, all contribute to making me the person I am today.

I would decline if I were ever given the chance to travel back in time and change something. Every experience, every moment, has shaped me in some way, and to alter any part of that journey would be to change who I am today.

Instead, I have learned to embrace my scars and my faults, just as the Japanese practice of Kintsugi embraces the imperfections of broken ceramics. This ancient art involves repairing broken pottery with lacquer and metal powders such as gold, silver, or platinum, turning the cracks and imperfections into something beautiful.

In the same way, I have come to see my own imperfections as a part of my journey, as something to be cherished and celebrated rather than hidden away. They are a testament to my history, my personality, and my journey.

So, let us not hide our scars or failures, but rather embrace and accept them for what they are. In doing so, we can find beauty in our imperfections and celebrate the journey that has brought us to where we are today.

PS: This post is a part of #BlogchatterA2Z 2023