"لم يكن لدينا ما نخسره ولا ما نكسبه ولا ما نرغبه"

Have you ever felt like you were in a state of limbo—where nothing seemed to matter, and you weren't striving for anything in particular? That's the essence of this quote. It encapsulates a moment in life when everything is so balanced that there’s no risk, no reward, and no particular yearning driving us forward. It’s a kind of emotional equilibrium, where we’re free from the highs and lows that usually push and pull at us.

This feeling can come at different points in our lives. Think about times in history when people might have felt this way. During the Great Depression, many people experienced immense hardship and loss. But for some, there came a point when they had lost so much that there was nothing left to lose. They stopped worrying about what might happen because the worst had already come. And with nothing to gain, they were simply surviving, not dreaming of riches or success. For them, desires took a back seat because survival was the main focus.

Now, picture a real-life scenario. Imagine a startup company. Two friends built it from the ground up, putting their hearts and souls into it. But after years of struggle, they hit a point where the business wasn't failing, but it wasn’t booming either. They had already quit their stable jobs—so nothing left to lose. Their modest lifestyle meant they didn't need much more—so nothing to gain that could drastically change their situation. And over time, their intense passion had mellowed into contentment with just keeping the business afloat—so nothing they desired fervently. They were in a kind of peaceful stasis, where the pressures of risk and reward were balanced out.

How can you apply this concept in your life? Sometimes, we get so caught up in chasing goals or fearing losses that we forget to appreciate the present moment. If you find yourself constantly striving or stressing, take a step back. Ask yourself: Is there a way to find balance between ambition and contentment? Embrace moments when you’re not driven by desire or fear. These moments can be incredibly freeing and provide a fresh perspective.

Imagine this: You’re at a coffee shop with an old friend. You both reminisce about college days—times when you both were broke students, pulling all-nighters, cramming for exams. You laugh about how you once had nothing—no money, no clear future. But those were also times filled with simple joys. Remember those late-night pizza runs? Or the time you both skipped studying to watch a meteor shower? You had nothing to lose, nothing to gain, nothing you desired—just living in the moment.

So, next time you feel overwhelmed by your to-do list or the goals you’ve set for yourself, take a moment. Think back to simpler times and realize that sometimes, having nothing to lose, gain, or desire can bring a unique kind of peace. It’s okay to be in the present, without always chasing the next big thing. Sometimes, just being is enough.