Life Problems and How to Deal With Them...

I may not have the moral right to post this, but I hope that someone out there is helped through this post.

I have seen a lot of stuff happen recently: friendships broken, conflict rising, anger growing and unresolved issues staying so. Let me just say for the most part that these things happen, there are inevitable. However, the one thing that we can control is the outcome of the situation. We are in control of ourselves, which includes our emotions, our actions, and our words. When bad things happen to you, never take it out on others and especially not on yourself. I have known some people who have gone as far as hurt themselves because of the pain they went through, and while I could say that it seems stupid to do that, this thing happens all throughout life, so there must be a feeling so powerful that some feel the need to harm themselves in order to cope or escape the pain they feel deep down.

There are 3 simple steps that I would encourage all of us to do when times get tough. 3 things that could save everyone from a lifetime of sadness and regret.

1. Analyze the situation. Some are quick to point the finger, whether on ourselves or on others. This should not be the first thing we do. We should first figure out what is happening. Is it our fault? Their fault? What is the problem? Is it really that big of a deal? With a calm, balanced mind, once you have an idea about what the situation calls for, only then act.

2. Don't do something you will regret. This is very important, as I have fallen victim to this one. I have pushed away friendships and other relationships for far too long, and it wasn't until recently when I realized that my actions affected not only me, but many others in ways that I could never fathom. This was because I made choices that I now regret when looking back. I want to save you all some grief. First, learn to forgive, both yourself and those who need forgiveness. Next, monitor your actions, as avoiding this part is usually what makes us do the things we regret. Finally, just enjoy life. Though some parts of it might seem like hell, it only lasts as long as you make it last. Defeat only comes when you accept it, so when things get dicey, just grab hold of the situation and fight back!

3. Retrieve those lost relationships. Many of us feel scared to reach out to those we have hurt in the past. Well, I am here to say that words alone can reconnect those once broken bonds with those you care about and love. Never be afraid to do the right thing, especially when you know that will benefit both of you.

That's all I have to say. I want to encourage everyone to make sure you do these things. We only get one chance at life, and with it we should do great things, never the opposite. There is a hidden potential in all of you, you just need to finally let it out.

Heh... It's funny. Friendship is Magic is meant for kids, yet the power of friendship grows within all of us. I guess you could say that this is just like a giant friendship problem just waiting to be solved.

Just thought I should get this off my chest, seeing as though some people are in a troublesome phase of life. All good things ahead, Pinkie Promise. Cross my heart, hope to fly, stick a cupcake in my eye... Yeah, you get it.

Peace,

-MCX