About politics, social issues, logistics- be loud, be strong, be willing to offend & look foolish to get what you want.
With loved ones, be gentle, listen, be kind, be your most generous self. When they act badly, know it comes from a place of pain, insecurity or hurt, and they need your compassion.
With yourself, listen. Above all else, listen. Give yourself the compassion you more easily give to others. Be strict, be fair. Know that you are in charge. No matter what happens, you are the boss of your life. No one else is responsible for your life, your decisions but you, even when things happen that are out of your control. Don't borrow trouble.
On fear, tremble. Pay enough attention to know when to be afraid and when to dismiss foolish thoughts of neuroses. Be afraid, feel the adrenalin and the clarity of fear. Then do what you're afraid of with your limbs shaking. Later you will know how courageous you were.
On dreams. Never give up, try not to get distracted. When you need a break, take one. Then get back to work. Never give up. Never listen to those who tell you all the reasons why your dreams won't work. It's just noise. Focus, take a step towards your dream each day, no matter how small.
On loss. It will consume you. Trust that the great current of nature will once again lift you up to the surface so you can breathe. When you need help, ask for it and know you are never alone.
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