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I’m sure others have their own words to live by, but this is my new list:
 
ADVICE TO MYSELF

Forget the Past:
What Could Have Been 
Didn't happen. Shrug and move toward
What is meant to be

On Blame and Responsibility:
Sometimes there is no
Explanation for sad events,
It's just dumb luck
 
Marry Myself:
Make my own way for 
Better or worse; enjoin my
Will to journey on
 
Choose Love:
I can be petty and vindictive.
Choose love instead,
Or do nothing
 
Enjoy Being Alone:
Allow time to be
Your own peaceful company 
Savor this moment

Be a Good Friend:
Friendship is a leap
Don’t wait by the quiet phone
Be the one who calls
 
Go Outside:
Dark days molder inside, 
Nothing good comes from
Too much rumination 

Write Everyday:
Whatever the thing is that 
Calms and renews your restless soul, 
Do that
 
Let Go:
Every life lesson
Boils down to this: Sometimes
It isn't meant for you 

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