My Key to Happiness

I’ve been prone to shyness and melancholy ever since I was a kid. Starting high school I wanted to change that. There were a lot of benefits from the change, but also consequences. I felt I wasn’t the most authentic version of myself. Maybe that’s the process of adolescence to adulthood. You try things out.

The purpose of the change was to be happy. I presented myself as more extrovert. I joined clubs and sports even though it would be challenging with my limited social skills at that time. I pushed onward to the new life I envisioned.

More than 20 years later, I can honestly say I am fully living that new life. In high school, it started with being in musicals in the drama club. Now I sing for people for a living. I was student body president, now I enjoy inspiring people, hosting events, and making a difference in my community. I was what some people might say popular, now I have good, authentic friendships. 

But even beyond that, I would have to say my key to happiness is getting to know Jesus. I experienced so much life from conception to now. Life hasn’t been easy. But looking back, He’s had my back. He’s carried me. He’s watched over me like the closest friend ever, even the times in elementary school where I felt like a loner. He’s made sure that God’s plans would prevail. When you believe and follow Jesus, you lack nothing. You have everything you need to have peace and joy in this life and the next.