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An epiphany
Epiphany - the sudden realization or comprehension of the essence or meaning of something.
I did some web surfing last night, trying to get a handle on both my emotions and the reality of alopecia. Somewhere between the dark and the light I had an epiphany. I can choose to wallow in self pity, wasting hours, days, even years which are then gone forever. Or, I can take the bull by the horns and live with passion, regardless of the opportunities, even those disguised as obstacles, which have been laid before me. Alopecia is simply one of the many opportunities which have crossed my path on the road of life. If I believe in myself, in the person I truly am, than I need not external adornments to prove to others what lies within.
My true friends will be supportive despite my facade. Those who choose to distance themselves were not true friends anyway. Family, well, family loves you regardless and always will. Adjustments may take time, on my part and theirs, but in the end, each will see that nothing of any importance has changed.
Ghandi once said, “Live as if your were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” I have but one life to live…it’s up to me, and only me, to make the most of that gift.
I did some web surfing last night, trying to get a handle on both my emotions and the reality of alopecia. Somewhere between the dark and the light I had an epiphany. I can choose to wallow in self pity, wasting hours, days, even years which are then gone forever. Or, I can take the bull by the horns and live with passion, regardless of the opportunities, even those disguised as obstacles, which have been laid before me. Alopecia is simply one of the many opportunities which have crossed my path on the road of life. If I believe in myself, in the person I truly am, than I need not external adornments to prove to others what lies within.
My true friends will be supportive despite my facade. Those who choose to distance themselves were not true friends anyway. Family, well, family loves you regardless and always will. Adjustments may take time, on my part and theirs, but in the end, each will see that nothing of any importance has changed.
Ghandi once said, “Live as if your were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” I have but one life to live…it’s up to me, and only me, to make the most of that gift.
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Comment by Drew on May 16, 2008 at 3:38pm
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Hey tony, I too have just recently had this "epiphany" that you're talking about here. It is a relief when you do decide to stop feeling sorry for yourself and just live life. I, and I'm sure you have as well, have realized that I will always have ups and downs, but if I try to stay positive then I will get past the struggles and enjoy the good times. Best of luck to you, and hopefully we can talk sometime.
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Comment by Susan on May 17, 2008 at 3:02pm
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You should definitely be a writer because everything you write is so "deep." Its so funny how true those feelings are, and I think everyone on here has experienced them. Thanks and keep blogging. Its awesome. :)
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Comment by Emma on May 21, 2008 at 9:01am
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Hey, i am glad you have finally come to this conclusion it took me a long time to com to terms with my baldness. i have had alopecia for as long as i can remember and on the first day i went to primary school wearing a wig i took it off and showed everybody in my class i had a wig i was bald on the top of my head i was seven. Throughout the years since then i have been picked on and called names i don't say this to make you feel sorry for me i am merely stating a fact without those bullies i would not have had the courage to face up to my baldness now. keep loving every minute of your life i know i do:)
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