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.

Count your blessings

It is easy to compile a list of grievances. How many of us take the time to count our blessings? There is so much for which we should be grateful.

Life and health are things we take for granted. Yet, the loss of such can be quite sudden. If you are blessed with both, consider yourself fortunate.

To have a job means you can support yourself and others. Who can survive without family and friends? Yet, none of these are guaranteed.

No one has been gifted with a perfect life. Each of us has struggles and trials that we must face. Still, how many are left to fend for themselves?

Natural talents abound, and everyone can do something. Do you waste that which is cherished? Use what you have while you are able to do so.

People miss the good by focusing on the bad. How much truly escapes our notice? If you neglect what is provided, do not expect to be given more.

Path of inspiration

There are things we do that get pushed aside. For whatever reason, our energy fades and we move on. Yet, they have a way of coming around again.

Sometimes, we are not in the right frame of mind. Creative interests follow the path of inspiration. Be assured that what you want to do will be done.

Buried notions are like seeds: something can grow from them. Go the way your heart leads. Do not be surprised when what was lost springs forth.

That which keeps coming back is a part of you. It has a voice which maybe only you can hear. This song can remind us of our forgotten pleasure.

It is important to focus on the here and now. When we let them, the pieces tend to fall into place. Control will only stifle what happens naturally.

Understanding is not required to make progress. We may not know the ending, but the direction is clear. As we go along, more will be revealed.

Time and place

This is the only time and place we can expect to have. Life is full of so much uncertainty. Any opportunities we lose may never be recovered.

Waiting to do something is tantamount to doing nothing. We were not moved to action before. The same excuses are likely to keep preventing us.

It takes discipline to continue moving forward. We must surmount all obstacles to our progress. If we stop, the current will just push us downstream.

Instead of asking why, we should ask why not? Things get done when we are determined to do them. The second guess rarely leads to achievement.

Ideal circumstances are not likely to materialize. Expect everything to go wrong, and react accordingly. Then, you will not be disappointed.

Time will not wait for you to get your act together. Do not look for your place: it is right here. Those who waste what they have face a lifetime of regret.