Discover how to see life with fresh eyes by letting go of judgment. Learn the power of observing without bias, finding clarity in everyday moments, and embracing inner peace.
Life Is the Best Teacher
Life teaches us something every single moment—though often, we only realize the lesson later, when we connect the dots. Our perceptions are built on these experiences, shaping how we see the world.
Let me share a small story from my life that brought me a big realization.
A Day of Realization
A few days ago, my 3-year-old daughter and I were walking in the garden. Suddenly, she pulled me toward a flowering tree and said,
“Mom, look at the beautiful butterfly! See how it flies, lands on the flower, and takes off again. How amazing!”
I smiled and replied, “Yes, dear, I’ve seen it many times. You enjoy watching it while I continue walking.”
But she didn’t move on. She stayed there, watching the butterfly intently. Twice I tried to bring her along, but each time she said, “Mom, let me watch a little longer.”
Curious, I sat beside her and started observing too. Only then did I realize how many details I had missed all this time. In that simple moment, a deeper truth revealed itself.
The Habit of Judgment
Our philosophies often remind us: when we observe life, we should see things as they are—without judgment.
But most of the time, we look through the lens of past experiences, beliefs, or knowledge. That’s when we start interpreting, labeling, and judging. It’s why two people can watch the same event and understand it in completely different ways.
The truth of any event doesn’t lie in our judgments of right or wrong. Events unfold, often guided by our own thoughts and actions. But when we rush to judge, we miss their essence. If we observe openly, without judgment, life reveals its truth—and often, something entirely new.
A Fresh Perspective
Consider this: Is it really night or day? At night, it’s dark because we can’t see the Sun. Yet the Sun is still in the sky.
Every experience, too, is unique—even if it feels familiar.
Take the butterfly again. As a child, I once marveled at how it flew, landed, and opened its wings. But after seeing butterflies many times, I stopped paying attention. I thought, That’s just how butterflies fly.
In truth, each flight is different. Each moment is new. Even every breath we take is slightly different from the last—if only we notice.
Practicing Non-Judgment
When we observe our thoughts while experiencing something, we begin to see how they are shaping our reality. This awareness helps us step back, stop judging, and accept life as it truly is.
Takeaway
Sometimes, the smallest experiences—like watching a butterfly with childlike wonder—remind us of life’s biggest lessons:
✨ Every moment is unique.
✨ Truth is revealed when we observe without judgment.
✨ Letting go of judgment opens the door to fresh insights and peace.
So the next time life presents you with a moment, pause. Look closely. And see the world anew.