Why so complicated?

Do you ever wonder why we as humans naturally find ways to make our own lives more complicated?  I've always considered myself a simple but hardworking person. Work is simple, I work hard, things are under control, decisions come naturally, and no one gets hurt.  So why can't I apply what works so easily in my professional life to relationships with people?

Well... I've discovered it comes down to one thing - feelings. It is a bit of a double-edged sword. To feel is something I've only experienced in recent years, which I think might be the power behind the rollercoaster. The question is would I trade it for the safety of not feeling?  Trouble is the answer isn't that simple. Somedays I think I might... when I do, I act out of fear, and in ways that throw my universe completely out of whack.  If you struggle with the same, consider this:

“You cannot protect yourself from sadness without protecting yourself from happiness.” – Jonathan Safran Foer

Check out the song Take Care by Drake Ft. Rhianna - "I've loved and I've lost" - as much as I wish it wasn't true, you can't feel one without feeling the other.

Love to hear your thoughts...