I’ve been into stargazing since I was a little kid. There’s just something magical about looking up at the stars and constellations. Always makes me wonder what secrets they’re hiding.
My childhood friend used to come out with me, but he’d always tell me, “Come on, let’s get out of here. It’s boring, the stars aren’t even moving!” That’s when it really hit me that not everyone gets how deep the night sky is. I mean, sure, I can see why some people think it’s boring. But don’t tell me I’m crazy just because I love peering into the darkness and seeing those tiny dots.
The World Is So Small
One night, I was sitting outside after a painful breakup months prior. I was finally opening my heart to love again, but I wasn’t sure I’d ever find my soulmate.
The full moon was huge and bright, with the Big Dipper right underneath it. Then it hit me – there must be millions of other people looking at the same moon all over the world, too. What if, by some chance, my soulmate was gazing at it at that very moment? That was pretty deep to think about.
It made me realize just how caught up I was in my own stuff. With potentially millions staring up at that moon right then, I’d been so focused on my own problems. How selfish of me! Others were probably just enjoying the view of the stars and moon, hoping to see a shooting star or relax under the night sky like I was.
Finding Comfort In The Constellations
As I got a little older in life, I started taking trips on my own. I’ve always loved traveling, but I was always waiting for someone to join me. When I couldn’t find any travel buddies, that’s when I started going solo.
No matter where I went in each country, I’d always look up at the night sky. It was comforting to know that no matter where I am in the world, I can look up and see the same stars and constellations that have amazed people for centuries.
One night, I was checking out the big bright moon in Chisinau, Moldova. Another time I saw some constellations in eastern Ukraine. Then, when I went to Portugal, I was sitting on the beach staring at the sky, thinking about how the exact same constellation I was seeing I had spotted just a few days earlier thousands of miles away in Eastern Europe.
Everything’s Written In The Stars
If you are a frequent reader of my blog, you probably know that I’m really into astrology. Big time! And the stars are actually what got me interested in studying it in the first place. And it’s not just your basic sun signs for me. I study all aspects of astrology. I think it’s so fascinating to learn how the stars can provide insight into our lives.
Sometimes, life really knocks you down. It can feel like the universe is working against you. But my grandma always used to say the famous quote, “It’s written in the stars.” By that, she meant our birth charts show the path laid out for us. She also said that we have the power to change our destiny though. We aren’t stuck if something “bad” is supposed to happen.
A perfect example for me is developing diabetes as a teen. That was no fun, let me tell you. But looking back, I don’t think I’d be who I am today without dealing with that. It taught me to live in the moment and appreciate each day. I had to learn responsibility for keeping my blood sugar balanced.
So whenever I get the chance to stargaze at night, I use it as time to feel grateful. Grateful for the challenges that have made me stronger and the path that led me here. Just like the stars make the dark sky beautiful, the good memories in life are what make the tough times bearable. I just love looking up at the stars because they’re a reminder that even in darkness, you can find light, no matter how bright or small.
My Advice
If you’re going through a tough time right now, take a second to look up at the night sky. Know that there are tons of other people out there also staring up and dealing with similar issues. You aren’t alone in this.
Sometimes, life can be really hard, or people around you aren’t very supportive. But at the end of the day, you’re the one who decides who you are and which path is right for you.
It’s important to remember, too, that without the moon and stars lighting things up, the sky at night would just be a big, empty black void. But just like you’re experiencing pain or sadness now, eventually, some good things, a few good things, or a whole lot of good things will start happening again to make your situation better.