I just got into a car accident and is fresh from a state of
shock. Car skid while going down a bend. It was raining and
probably the brakes wasn't strong enough for the speed im going.
The car spun and hit the railings. Thank godness no other vehicles
was around at that time and thus no one was hurt. Its going to hurt
the pocket though, with the bills expecting to hit $8000
plus.
I realised that in my life so far, im constantly reminded. A
reminder not to get too carried away at times, not to get too
confident, to review my life constantly and to take a fresh
perspective. The reminders has been getting stronger as life goes
on. I was probably too engaged in my work, my studies, my gf, to
take a breather and spend some serious time contemplating. The
distractions got into me and i just rush blindly everywhere,
anywhere. This reminder was probably long overdue.
Prior to tonight, i thought i was in a state of peace. I thought
the confident i carried was a result of me being able to keep a
calm mind and maintain inner peace. I thought my peace within puts
me above, enabling me to ignore all life distractions and focus on
the task at hand. Realization: I overestimated and overrated
myself. I was blinded. I was lost. I relinquish the times where i
spend time reflecting what's important and whats not. I thought i
know and i thought its enough.
Im glad no was was injure in this accident. I do hope that with the
raining season this couple of weeks, forumers reading this post
would be able to benefit from my experience. Please drive slow.
Drive safe.
Forumers reading this post, kindly share your opinions as well. In
the perspective of buddhism, how does the car accident evolves?
From why it will happen, to the life lessons its trying to bring.
Im still very much in shock and needs to regain my feet and rest.
Awaiting for your contributions tomorow.
Thank you.
