Good Karma One Day at a Time

Now that the New Year is here, the parties are over, and the days off have come to an end, is it time to return to the grind? This is the question to ask yourself in 2023.

If the question seems pointless to you, you’re likely one of the beleaguered souls who believes the grind is just an ugly fact of life. But what exactly is the grind?

Some people define it as a daily, inescapable yet necessary routine that leaves them weary and bereft of purpose. Others feel it deep in their bones, complaining of exhaustion and burnout. Then there are those who see it as a prison, plain and simple. Mostly, however, people tolerate the grind as one of life’s necessities, where meaning and purpose must be sacrificed for a more financially secure life.

Everyone, of course, deserves to feel financially secure, but they are equally deserving of having meaning and purpose in life, too—and all the good karma that comes with it. So it’s no surprise that those who experience both security and purpose in life rarely complain about the grind or bemoan having to return to it after a vacation. Instead, they express a sense of fulfillment and joy.

So back to the question for 2023: is it time for you to return to the grind? If you think you have no choice in the matter, think again. Maybe the work you depend on offers little joy or fulfillment. Maybe it’s not your dream job. Maybe it’s beneath your skill level, talent, brilliance, or degree. But it doesn’t have to feel like a grind if you also allow yourself a few special minutes a day to do something that has genuine purpose and brings meaning and joy to yourself and others.

It’s a known fact that it takes just a few minutes to make a difference or have an impact in the world. A few minutes can save a life. It can help someone make a better decision. It can show someone they’re loved. It can help someone out of a bind. It can raise spirits or make someone laugh. A few minutes a day can manifest all kinds of great, life-altering things that ultimately shift your sense of self and the role you play in the world.

Right here in Youtropolis, there are multiple ways to liberate yourself and others from the grind. Give some kindreds. Participate in an event. Share your knowledge. Give some love. Get love in return. And as a bonus, you’ll be collecting some good karma along the way, one day at a time. Is there a better way to start off the new year?