What does it mean to be a kid at heart?
One day I took my nephews, Michael and Antman to the beach. They were having the best time. Snot running down their faces, sand all over them, wet and damp from the Atlantic Ocean. Not a care in the world.
Didn’t care about how they looked or smelled. Laughing and having the best time. That was the moment I realized how brainwashed we are as adults.
Years later, I got to experience it daily when I became a dad. It was remarkable.
We struggle to mold ourselves into shapes that don’t match our true form.
It’s about forcing ourselves into molds we were never meant to fit, sacrificing well-being to meet expectations, impress others, or chase after things that ultimately leave us empty. In a way, it’s like we’re pouring energy into filling someone else’s idea of success, trading peace for possessions that only clutter our lives.
Being a kid at heart is about holding onto a sense of wonder, playfulness, and curiosity. Taking risks and pursuing new experiences.
Not taking ourselves too seriously and embracing joy, being open, and sometimes finding humor or delight in simple things.
A person who’s a kid at heart is typically less constrained by societal expectations to be serious all the time and instead leans into spontaneity and creativity.
It’s also about not letting the weight of responsibilities overshadow a sense of fun, finding lightness even in tough moments, and staying curious about life.
Taking life seriously while not always taking ourselves too seriously is a recipe for resilience and joy, allowing us to stay grounded without losing our spark for adventure and curiosity.
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