People are not disturbed by things, but by the view they take of them.
--Epictetus
With the dawning of each day, you will face new challenges. Some will seem minor; others insurmountable. Face these tests with a renewed spirit—the spirit of one who has experienced adversity and triumphed over it. Keep your focus on the present. If you must look back, do so only briefly as a guide to today’s decisions, but never to chastise yourself for minor indiscretions of the past.
Keep your mind busy. Learn all that you can about the things that interest you. Education is not just a matter confined to the classroom. Ask questions, read, and always keep an open mind. One who values knowledge will be confident and optimistic when facing the choices that life offers.
Cultivate your friendships. Time spent with true friends is one of life’s greatest gifts. In times of trouble, friends will encourage and support you. And you will do the same for them.
Always be mindful of the One who made you. No matter where you are or what you face, He goes with you. Honor Him and seek His guidance in all things.
See the humor in life. Laugh. Sing. You’ve been given many talents. Use them. Write your songs and then share them with others. When you do, you lift their spirits. That is more than many men can ever hope to achieve in a lifetime. Trust your talents. Trust yourself. And trust in the future.
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