"There’s nothing either good or bad but thinking makes it so.

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These words, written by William Shakespeare in his timeless play, Hamlet, encapsulate a
fundamental truth about the nature of reality and perception. They invite us to ponder the intricate
interplay (sudetinga saveika) between our thoughts and the external world, challenging us to
reconsider the very fabric (struktura) of our understanding.

In a world often characterized by differences of right and wrong, good and evil, these words serve as
a beacon of wisdom, guiding us towards a deeper understanding of the complexities of human
experience. They compel us to recognize that the labels we attach to events, circumstances, and
even people are not inherent truths but rather constructs of our own minds.

Consider, for a moment, a rose. Is it inherently good or bad? Is its beauty a reflection of some
natural quality, or is it our perception that ingrains it with such qualities? The rose is neither good or
bad until we project our thoughts and judgments upon it.

Likewise, in our daily lives, we encounter a lot of experiences, each waiting to be colored by the
brushstrokes of our interpretation. A setback at work, a disagreement with a loved one, or even a
seemingly insignificant inconvenience—all of these hold no inherent value until we assign meaning
to them through our thoughts.

But what does this realization mean for us? It means that we hold within us the power to shape our
reality. It means that in the face of adversity, we have the ability to reframe our perspective, to find
the silver lining (geroji puse) amidst the storm clouds. It means that we are not victims of
circumstance but masters of our own destinies.

As we journey forth, may we remember that there is nothing either good or bad but thinking makes
it so. Let us choose our thoughts wisely, for they have the power to shape the world around us.