By: Leigh-Anne Burley

Sometimes figuring out just the right path is a waste of time
take the one ahead of you.

Sometimes it is easier to go out into the rain than back into the light.

Don’t be fooled by your foolishness.

It is better to swallow your pride than choke on your boasting.

Boldface Print is Harder to Erase

Don’t fear the roar of the lion or the ocean
instead, fear the cries within your own heart.

Don’t give it a rest until you find the rest in it

You can’t get a good assessment
when trying to please everyone.

It’s okay if some people are sad
most will come around and appreciate lighter days

Bartering is fun only when you get good deals
Free up your time by paying a fair price

What is attractive now won’t be a good fit tomorrow.

Leave it until next time so you won’t be late for dinner
Who cares what time it is when the clock has run out

Some things grounded in grim are treasures.

Respect the crossover line or
you may enter into no man’s land

It’s hard to push the plow with one hand
have compassion on others with limitations

We are all on display but
it takes time to reveal the hidden self

When you don’t think you have enough strength to go on
there is another deep reservoir.

When you think evolution is full throttle in reverse and you long to swing with the monkeys, it is time to release and grab the nearest branch if the primates will let you.

Here are some helpful tips to keep in mind:

• Sometimes, it’s best to take the path right in front of you instead of wasting time trying to find the perfect one.
• Don’t be afraid to face your problems head-on, even if it means stepping out into the rain instead of staying in the comfort of the light.
• It’s better to be humble than to boast and risk choking on your pride constantly.
• Don’t worry too much about pleasing everyone; getting a good assessment is impossible.
• It’s okay if some people are sad, as most will eventually come around and appreciate the brighter days.
• Bartering can be fun, but ensuring you’re getting a fair deal and not wasting your time is important.
• Remember that what might seem attractive now may not be a good fit for you in the future.
• Treat others with kindness and compassion, especially those with limitations that make things harder for them.
• We all have hidden sides to ourselves, and it takes time and patience to reveal them truly.
• When you feel like you can’t go on, remember there’s always a deeper source of strength within you.