your initial reaction is usually your past trying to impose itself on your present - Yung Pueblo

being okay with not being okay helps you let go

you have
walked through fire
survived floods
and triumphed
over demons
remember this
the next time you doubt
your own power

happiness is not fulfilling every pleasure or getting every outcome you desire. happiness is being able to enjoy life with a peaceful mind that is not constantly craving more. it is the inner peace that comes with embracing change.