Life is a rollercoaster, isn’t it? One day, you’re riding high, feeling unstoppable, and the next, it’s like everything is unraveling at once. You’ve probably had those moments when the weight of the world feels too heavy, and you wonder, “What’s the point?” But here’s the catch—there’s something magical about just being. Even in the chaos, in those unexpected twists, random encounters, and quiet moments, you discover that life isn’t about just getting through it—it’s about truly living.
Think about it: when was the last time you let go of the idea of “control” and embraced the unpredictability of life? Those spontaneous, unplanned moments often end up being the best stories you tell. Dive into how you can start seeing the beauty in your everyday life—and why those little surprises along the way are what make it all worth.

The Adventure of Getting Lost: Finding Yourself at Your Lowest
There’s a time when you feel utterly lost—not just physically, but emotionally and mentally. Everything around you is overwhelming, and you find yourself at your lowest point, thinking everything is about to end. Tomorrow feels like a distant possibility, and you’re surrounded by doubt, fear, and exhaustion, wondering if there’s even a way forward.
But here’s the thing about getting lost: sometimes, it’s exactly when you find yourself. Just like when you take the wrong path on a hike and unexpectedly stumble upon a breathtaking view, those dark moments lead you to parts of yourself you didn’t know existed. It’s hard, yes, but through the confusion and despair, you discover a resilience that pulls you through. Even when it feels like everything is falling apart, there’s still that spark within you, lighting the way forward.

The Magic of a Random Encounter: The Yappers Who Change Your Life
In the midst of feeling lost, life has a way of surprising you with the people you meet. You aren’t looking for anyone new to come into your life; you’re too caught up in your own struggles. But, as it often happens, when you least expect it, you stumble upon people who bring unexpected light into your world.
They come with their own quirks—especially their nonstop talking. What might’ve once seemed overwhelming suddenly becomes a source of comfort. Their yapping fills the silence in your life, the silences that were otherwise too loud with your own thoughts. Their laughter, their endless chatter, their presence—it all lifts you up in ways you never imagined.
Isn’t it incredible how the right people show up at the right time? They don’t need to fix your problems; they just need to be there. And that, somehow, is more than enough.

The Wildlife Adventure: Finding Joy in the Small Things
Not all adventures are planned, and sometimes the best ones happen when you simply let go. You have a list of things you want to do, but life, with all its unpredictability, doesn’t always go according to plan. So one day, you stop waiting for the perfect moment and embrace whatever comes your way.
You find yourself on an unplanned day out, maybe by a quiet lake. You sit by the water, watching as water hens glide across the surface. Pretty birds flit from tree to tree, their songs filling the air, making the scene feel almost magical. It’s not about grand adventures—it’s about being present in the moment, taking in the simple beauty of nature around you.
That’s when you realize that life’s beauty often lies in the small things: in birdsong, the rustle of leaves, and the spontaneity of going wherever the day takes you. Sometimes, joy doesn’t come from carefully laid plans but from letting go and allowing life to surprise you.

The Dehydrated Chatter: Good Things Happen with Your People
Then, there are those times when you’re completely drained—physically, emotionally, mentally. You’re tired, dehydrated, and wondering how you’re going to keep going. But when you’re with your people, somehow, everything feels lighter.
You find yourself in endless conversations, so long and rambling that by the end, no one even remembers what you talked about. The topics blur together, but it doesn’t matter. You’re laughing, maybe playing a spontaneous game of hide-and-seek, feeling like kids again. There’s ice cream—specifically coconut ice cream, because nutty ice cream just won’t do—and endless orders of Sprite. And of course, the ice keeps mysteriously disappearing before you even start drinking. You all laugh about it every time, as if it’s the first time, and it becomes another part of your shared, silly adventures.
Even when you’re exhausted, running on empty, being around the right people makes everything better. They lift you up in the simplest ways—through laughter, through moments that make you feel alive again. It’s in these moments that you realize how much the people you care about can transform even the hardest days into something good.

The beauty of life doesn’t come from perfect plans or grand milestones. It’s found in the messy, unplanned moments that catch you off guard. It’s in the random encounters, the spontaneous adventures, and the laughter that comes even when you’re running on empty.
You begin to realize that the beauty of existing is in finding joy not just in the highs, but in the lows too. In the times when you feel lost, when you meet the right people, when you go on unplanned adventures, and when you simply sit with your loved ones—even when you’re too tired to think straight.

Life is unpredictable, but that’s what makes it so beautiful.

Penned By:

Rtr. Dasuni Perera

Director of Finance 24-25