Choosing Peace Over Pain: A Reflection on Sarah Marie Teasdale's Words

In the words of Sarah-Marie Teasdale:

"Life is too short, Grudges are a waste of perfect happiness, Laugh when you can, Apologize when you should And let go of what you can't change, Love deeply and forgive quickly, Take chances, give everything And have no regrets, Smile when you're sad, Love what you got And always remember what you had, Always forgive but never forget, Learn from your mistakes but never regret, People change and go wrong, But always remember LIFE GOES ON"

Reflection on these lines:

This quote is a reminder to live life with a full heart and an open mind. It encourages us not to hold grudges or stay stuck in the past, because life is too short for anger and regrets. Instead, we should laugh when we can, say sorry when needed, and accept the things we cannot change. It tells us to love deeply, forgive quickly, take risks, and give our best in everything we do. Even when life is hard or people hurt us, we should keep smiling, hold on to good memories, and keep moving forward because no matter what happens, life goes on.

What really stands out to me is the call to forgive but never forget. It reminds me that while we grow through our experiences, we don't have to carry the pain with us; we carry the lessons. Life isn’t always easy, and sometimes it feels unfair, but that’s when this message becomes most powerful: to keep going, to keep loving, and to never let bitterness take away our joy. It’s a beautiful reminder that healing doesn't mean forgetting, but choosing peace over pain.

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