The true meaning of ‘live, laugh, love’

Titsvalo Zoe Mpapa

THE phrase “live, laugh, love” has become a universal mantra in today’s world, often displayed on home décor and social media.

At first glance, it appears to suggest an easy approach to living a fulfilling life. However, digging deeper reveals a more complex reality.

To “live” is to embrace life in all its aspects, including joys and sorrows.

This involves facing challenges, navigating relationships and pursuing personal growth. It requires courage. We often learn the most from our struggles.

“Laugh” encourages us to find humour and joy even in tough times.

Laughter can be a powerful antidote to stress, but it does not negate the seriousness of life’s challenges.

It invites us to appreciate the lighter moments of life and share joy with others. However, it is not enough to chase away the never-ending rainy days of life.

“Love” encompasses profound emotional commitment to someone or something.

It demands effort, patience and understanding. It requires us to invest in relationships that nurture us.

Love can be messy, complicated and hard, but it brings immense fulfilment and purpose to life.

Ultimately, while “live, laugh, love” may sound simple, embodying its essence to the fullest involves navigating a whole host of experiences.

True happiness does not lie in a carefree existence but in accepting the complexity and fullness of life.

By grasping the underlying meaning of this catchy phrase, we can end up with a meaningful approach to living fully, laughing deeply and loving passionately.

 Titsvalo Zoe Mpapa is a Form Three learner. She aspires to pursue cognitive science and oncology.