Seize the Moment: Stop Letting Opportunities Slip Away
How Often Do We Let Life Pass Us By? “I wish I had studied harder to qualify for the science stream with my friends.” “I should have gone for that audition—I was scared, and now it’s too late.” Sound familiar? We've all had moments where we replay missed opportunities in our minds. These regrets are reminders of the chances we didn’t take. But what if we could change that narrative starting today? Every day, life hands us opportunities—some small, some transformative. Some present paths for growth, while others lead us astray. For example, saying yes to smoking is a negative opportunity that diminishes us. On the other hand, reaching out to a new student could foster a lifelong friendship and enrich both lives. Positive opportunities build us up, yet they often slip through our fingers. What’s Holding Us Back? Opportunities aren’t always seized because of two main reasons: External Circumstances: These are factors beyond our control, like financial constraints that prevent someo...