Playing the victim

When we are suffering, it does not mean we are being singled out. Most likely, we have just joined the club. Misery is something that is shared by all.

There is a difference between a problem and an inconvenience. The former requires action to overcome. For the latter, we should toughen up.

Even if we were right, drawing attention to it is wrong. Those who hurt others want to see their pain. Let them be denied the one thing they desired.

It is easy to feel persecuted. There are many who delight in playing the victim. Yet, what do they really have to show us besides all those scars?

In order to succeed, it is necessary to overcome. May the trials we face serve to set an example. Then, others can learn from our painful experience.

If the drama is too great, it is no longer real. There are far better roles than to play the pincushion. Instead, be the thimble they cannot get through.

Pushing further

Human beings can accomplish great things. We have explored the globe, from the heights to the depths. The danger merely inspires the daring.

A sense of adventure can turn into vainglory. Be wary when expecting others to see what you have done. Let the achievement be its own reward.

None of this is granted, though we tend to take it that way. There is a price that must be paid. Breakthroughs often leave the broken behind.

The ones who come after benefit the most. They will enjoy the fruits of another's labor. It is indeed shameful if they do not even show their gratitude.

It is not just anyone that can beat the odds. Those who determine to succeed will sometimes fail. The one burden they will not have to carry is regret.

We cannot deny our limitations, but they can be tested. We do not really know how far we can go. But there will always be those who push further.

Jumping at shadows

Patience is needed when matters do not go our way. It is easy to panic, but no good will come from it. Instead, you could end up with more problems.

It is best not to fulfill our own prophecies. Look for trouble, and it will magically appear. No trick is required to draw the wrong kind of attention.

The most important thing is to remain calm. Only then, will you be able to focus on a solution. Sometimes, the answer will come quite easily.

An agitated mind tends to run around in circles. Sure, the exertion might be cathartic. But when you stop, you will find no progress has been made.

We often jump at our own shadows. Our thoughts will push us into the darkest of corners. And then, we are surprised that the worst comes to pass.

Reality is filled with disappointments aplenty. Our internal input is not actually required. If anything, it distracts us from the real troubles at hand.

Greater expectations

Having more does not make things any easier. Now, you have more to lose. There are those who will be only too happy if you were to lose everything.

Along with greater resources come greater expectations. Others will make financial decisions for you. What is not taken could end up frittered away.

Many people must live with unfulfilled needs. But they tend to obsess over the things that they want. So, the little they get will inevitably be wasted.

Society takes notice of those who have means. Prospects will be scrutinized and offers made. In the end, little is given and yet much is expected.

Love comes easy when pockets are deep. It goes just as easily when the money runs out. Such relationships really only have value on paper.

The ones who dream of going far tend to lose sight of themselves. Do not be afraid to enjoy what is earned. Rather, resist the urge to get lost in it.