Play Your Cards

When I was younger, I didn't realize how unique my life was from those of my friends. I became conscious of trauma, disappointments, flaws, etc. as I got older. I initially believed that if I made the world aware of how differently I was reared, I would be released from the pressure to live and become. I was wrong! Let's face it, despite the desire for empathy, no one is exempt from having to "play their hand". We must all play the cards that are given to us the best we can. Meaning that, maturity is having a growth mentality and being determined to use the tools that are available to you to overcome life's obstacles. It also means having guts and perseverance. No, not every hand is cut the same. No, it's not fair. Undoubtedly, many deserved better. What now? We have two options: we can choose to be imprisoned by our past and the consequences of our unwillingness to adjust, or we can decide to change how our story ends.