Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle, just like you. Every smile or sign of strength hides an inner struggle every bit as complex and extraordinary as your own.
And remember that embracing your light doesn’t mean ignoring your dark. We are measured by our ability to overcome adversities and insecurities, not avoid them. Supporting, sharing and making contributions to other people is one of life’s greatest rewards. This happens naturally if we allow it, because we all share very similar dreams, needs and struggles.
Once we accept this, the world then is a place where we can look someone else in the eye and say, “I’m lost and struggling at the moment,” and they can nod and say, "Me too."
People rarely behave exactly the way you want them to. Hope for the best, but expect less.
And remember, the magnitude of your happiness will be directly proportional to your thoughts and how you choose to think about things.
Even if a situation or relationship doesn’t work out at all, it’s still worth it if it made you feel something new, and if it taught you something new...
