Quite often in crossword puzzles we see the word Want is used as the clue to find the answer Need.
Are these two things the same though?
If they’re not the same, then what is the difference between a want and a need ?
In a dictionary, the word want is listed as being something we have a strong desire for.
A need is something that is necessary.
Wants therefore represent desires, whereas needs are essential to our well being.
Satisfying our needs then, must surely take precedence over pursuing wants and desires?
The journey exploring the Tree of Life often begins by encouraging us to look at the world we live in - the world we have created for ourselves.
We begin by asking ourselves what it is we want and if we are happy with our life.
Do you have what it is you want? If not .... Why not?
Are you happy with your life? If not .... Why not?
It may be easier to begin by thinking about what you don’t want and work towards eliminating that. Then consider what you feel is absolutely essential to your well-being.
Ask yourself: What do you fundamentally need in order to survive.
There is no need to feel guilty about pursuing these needs. It is not a selfish act because ultimately the more stable and secure we are within ourselves, the more use we can be towards helping others achieve the same state of being.
There is no need to feel guilty about pursuing our wants either. Wants are secondary, and many express an underlying need - if the need is fulfilled, then often the want will change.
There are always going to be times when we cannot have what we think we want, and then we have to find a way of acceptance. Sometimes acceptance is the only way forward. But we also need to ask our self - if the reason behind why we don’t have what we want - is because we are counting the cost? There is a price to pay for every exchange in the universe. If we count the cost then maybe we don’t want it enough.
There are no rights or wrongs. No judgements.
We have the freedom to make our own choices and decisions.
We just need to know what we want, what we need - and if we are prepared to pay the price.
Know Thyself
and
Live the Life that is Right for You
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