Finding True Happiness often comes down to one key principle: balance. And no, not some perfect, unattainable version of it—but the kind that evolves as life does. Balance isn’t about having equal time for everything; it’s about being intentional with your time and energy so that the things and people that matter most don’t get lost in the shuffle.
The truth is, we’re always juggling. And when we try to give too much of ourselves to one thing, we naturally give less to others. That’s just how it works. But here’s the thing: it’s not about quantity—it’s about quality. Being fully present in the moments we do have with someone or something makes all the difference. Whether it’s a relationship, a hobby, or simply taking care of your car, being intentional with your presence brings depth and meaning.
Balance is really about connection—staying connected to what we value. If we start to feel disconnected or out of sync, it’s usually a sign we’ve let something slide. That’s our cue to check in. Not everything can have our attention all the time, but we can make sure what does have it, gets the best of us. A good question to ask: “What needs my presence right now?”
Outside demands can easily tip the scale. Work, obligations, and random life stuff will always pull at us. But when we remind ourselves that the things we’re doing right now are necessary stepping stones, we stay grounded. Sometimes we just need to ride through the busy seasons and plan to refocus on other areas when things settle. Knowing what matters most and staying in touch with those priorities is what ultimately restores the balance.
Balance also comes from peace—not just when life feels good, but when it doesn’t. It’s about being at ease with both the wins and the setbacks, trusting that even when things don’t go how we imagined, there’s still something valuable in the experience. Living with purpose, focusing on the moment, and honoring the different parts of our life when it’s their time—that’s real balance.
So how do you know when an area needs more attention? Simple: you feel it. Something nags at you, or someone expresses the need for more connection. That’s your sign. Don’t ignore it. And sometimes, the fix is simple—like washing your car with your kid or partner, combining connection with care. Or even better, help them with something they need—this kind of reciprocal time-sharing deepens bonds and restores harmony in ways that last.
Let’s be honest—balance usually feels like a “problem” only when something’s off. Most of the time, it’s not your whole life that’s out of whack. It’s just one or two things that need a little extra attention. Regaining balance is about recognizing those areas, making some shifts, and reconnecting with what you’ve let slide. Sometimes that means doing what you can, even when you can’t fix it all.
New responsibilities or relationships can also challenge our balance. When we pour all our energy into the new, the old can fade. Whether it’s cars or people, anything we stop caring for will decline. The answer isn’t always to cut things loose, but to recognize when maintenance is needed—or when it’s time to let go with grace, especially if it’s causing more harm than harmony.
True balance comes when we stop reacting and start responding—with presence, clarity, and care. It’s not about perfection. It’s about making space for what matters, in the moment that matters. And when we can do that consistently, balance stops being a struggle and starts being a way of living.
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Who and what is important to you? What needs more attention?
All paths led to God!
“My religion consists of a humble admiration of the illimitable superior spirit who reveals himself in the slight details we are able to perceive with our frail and feeble mind.” Albert Einstein
If you want to see God, stop desiring to see God
Balance comes when we can look at the different areas of our lives and know nothing is lacking.
Being of Spirit and Human
“Our spirit, and more importantly, our connection with God and the divine energy from which we originate, is what keeps our human side from getting out of control and wreaking havoc on our lives and the lives of those we interact with. This is not to say that being human and pursuing things that benefit our body and environment is inherently wrong. Quite the opposite—being human means we naturally have desires, and it’s not wrong to seek out things that bring us joy or go beyond mere survival. However, when we are in tune with our spirit and aligned with that spiritual energy, we are less likely to engage in actions that could lead us down a destructive path.”
Balance in the Masculine and Feminine
When we understand that we are both human and spirit coming from father and mother as children and we will always be the children of the mother earth and the father of all. Being of both masculine and feminine we can find balance between the the two and use them to help us relate in the world and with others. We learn that God is of the masculine and the Earth the mother is of the feminine. Finding balance in being of both s not about being equal in each. Men and women are not equal as a whole and are quite different in so many ways. The balance is found by relating to and embracing the other sex by understanding and adopting traits that help us relate with each other and make us whole.
