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7 Things Worth Fighting For

If there are a few things worth fighting for in life, make sure these seven fall on that list.

By Mandy RaquelPublished 3 years ago 5 min read
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7 Things Worth Fighting For
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What are some things that you would be willing to fight for? Some people might say they'll fight for their country, their religion, or even the perfect person. But what about fighting to live your best life and make sure you're happy? We all deserve happiness and it's not always easy to find. So why not take a step back, assess where you want to go, and then get there in whatever way possible.

Given just a moment of introspection, you will notice that there are quite a few things in your life worth fighting for. Some things are more important than others, and some we don't even realize we should be willing to bend the knee for. There are some things that require us to get on the battlefield and give it all we’ve got. Life is full of opportunities for happiness, but they tend to come at a cost. I've learned the hard way that it's important to fight for what you want in life and if that means sacrificing things like time or money then so be it. Here are seven key things worth fighting for in life:

1. Fight to Make a Difference in the World Around You

Life has its share of difficulties. In fact, it is often hard to deal with all the different emotions and problems you face in life, which is why it becomes crucial for you to recognize what exactly is worth making a change for. It’s important to not always be content with your life the way it is or become paralyzed by fear.

Keep fighting and striving to achieve a better you and keep moving forward even if there are so many obstacles in your way trying to break you down. Don’t be so quick to throw in the towel, get up, shake yourself off, and set your priorities in place.

2. Fight to be Happy

It's not always easy to find happiness, but when you do it's something that should be cherished. If you're unhappy with where you are in life or how things are going and just want to be happy for once, then fight for it. Don't settle for the whole idea of ‘this is as good as it's ever going to get.’ It’s not! You can always do more. If you're doing your best with what you have, that's all that really matters.

Trying to keep others happy when you are miserable is not going to benefit you in any way, shape, or form. Finding and embracing your happiness requires saying ‘no’ sometimes, and even being selfish. Cancel the plans and stay in if that’s what you know is going to put a smile on your face. Don’t be afraid to fight for what is going to make you feel happy.

3. Fight for Love

There are many moments in life that can make us feel like nothing is worth it but believing and fighting for love will always be worthwhile. It is important to fight for people who have always been there beside you, supporting and helping you in your everyday life. They are the ones who will always love you, no matter what. We need to recognize that there are people in this world that truly do care about us.

Whether you fight to love yourself or someone else with whom you share a connection, fighting because of love can make us more courageous than we ever thought possible and unearth parts of ourselves that might have previously been forgotten.

4. Fight for Change

Sometimes things around us tend to become monotonous, boring, and predictable. We even come to the point where we feel that something should change. This can be a tough one for those of us who don’t like it, but it’s necessary sometimes to move forward.

Change is not necessarily always a bad thing; in fact, it can be good for you especially when you have the chance to make changes yourself. So, if there are things that need to be changed to suit your needs better, then fight for them. It's never too late to start making some changes once you have decided to do so.

5. Fight for Your Dreams and Goals in Life

It can be very easy for us to become distracted from what's important in our lives, such as our personal ambitions or life goals. It is never a bad idea to fight just to make sure that we are doing the things that really matter to us. Life is too short to not take a chance on ourselves. Take the leap, bite the bullet, and dive right in.

If you have clear goals or dreams, make sure that it will be worth the fight. You should never regret your decision of not fighting for something until the end even if it might seem impossible at first. Don't just sit in your comfort zone all the time and let things come easily to you – put yourself out there and take action!

6. Fight for Your Beliefs

You should fight for what you believe in. If you think something is right, then do it! Be the change that would happen to this world even if things might become tough along the way. You should not be afraid of putting yourself out there and making a difference – because sometimes, it takes one person to make a difference.

When others don’t share the same beliefs as you, it can be hard to put yourself out there and advocate for what is important to you. You should fight against what's wrong even when it starts feeling impossible because every individual matters; despite how small our contribution may seem right now, somehow someone will notice something different about them thanks to us doing what feels uncomfortable today.

7. Fight For Your Future

Every person has a future that they want to create for themselves, but there are sacrifices that need to be made to achieve their own personal goals. For example, you might have it in mind that you would like to travel the world and experience new cultures while conforming with nature; however, if this is one of your dreams, then you shouldn't be held back by your fears, and fight to make it happen.

Instead of letting your current worries and concerns hold you back from living the life that you want, fight for what is important to you by going after your future. You can fight against the notion that wanting something like this isn't what is "right" or "smart" because it's not always easy to make big changes in our lives, but we need to take the risk sometimes. Remember what you fight for today will have a lasting impact on the future.

I hope you’ve found these things worth fighting for in life helpful and inspiring. Fighting is not just for the tough. Knowing what matters most in life can help us focus on what we need to do first and foremost. We can't do it all, but with the right mindset and some willingness to go after what we care about most in life, we can accomplish many things.

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About the Creator

Mandy Raquel

I’m a concert junkie who loves to go on spontaneous trips,eat life changing food,and enjoy life with family and friends who have become family. Living under an Arizona sky, I’m a dreamer and believer.

Instagram: @mandiee822

Twitter: @mandiee

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