Help Yourself Before Helping Others
During a flight safety briefing, the announcer always remind passengers that in the event where passengers need to wear oxygen mask, the passengers should wear it on themselves before helping others. This is an important lesson that also applies to life.
We know at least one individual who sacrifice themselves for the benefit of others. This person eventually grow cynical, angry and unappreciated. This is because the person did not live the life that they intend to live. Many beleive that by helping others, we will also enjoy the fruits of the good will. I do not doubt this story and I believe it. However, we cannot take this story too far. We have to protect ourselves. If we are not accountable for our own happiness, who will?
Everyday, allow yourself to have some fun. Allow yourself to be yourself. Only then, you have the capacity to help others.