You may have seen these words posted in numerous places, especially in crowded venues such as sacred sites or public areas: "Take care of your belongings. If lost, the authorities are not responsible." Upon reading this, you instinctively pull your possessions close, a shield against the anonymous chaos that swells around you.

Imagine now if life itself offered such a warning. Would you be as vigilant with your non-material treasures—your dreams, your relationships, your self-worth? Unlike our physical valuables, the most crucial aspects of our existence come without such explicit reminders. In the tumult of daily life, without a sign to guide us, we often find ourselves adrift. We can lose our way amidst the crowd; lose touch with ourselves, drift away from loved ones, squander time, or overlook those pivotal moments that could lead us onto new, uncharted paths.

This idea provokes a question about the nature of responsibility and awareness. Just as you would not leave your wallet unattended in a bustling market, why then do we leave our more intangible yet invaluable assets unprotected? The heart, the mind, the spirit—each demands a vigilant custodian. Perhaps if we were reminded as often to guard these as we are our physical belongings, we might navigate life with a greater sense of purpose and personal accountability. Life’s most precious assets require the most care, yet all too often, we only realize what we've lost when it's too late. Could it be that the true test of our vigilance is not what we protect, but what we dare to cherish and maintain amidst life’s unending distractions?


© Sarah✨️