The most difficult truths to accept are the inevitable, ineffable ones. Three of the most common are Life is not fair, it's not easy, and death is inevitable.

Kindness, compassion, and empathy starts here. Become aware that changing the big picture issues starts with you and me. We cannot change the big picture without practicing mindfulness and being aware of ourselves.

I accept that you and I are different in literal and figurative ways. And acceptance is incredibly empowering for everyone.How do you do you, boo?

What is normal, anyhow? This is a very loaded question. I suspect that the definition of “normal” is dependent on your life experience.

In this iteration, “it” is that thing you are doing, desire to be doing, or otherwise take control of. Tangible or intangible, it's on you.