There is bad luck and there is nothing you can do about it, also the fact that evil people can get away with their evil doings

the understanding that there is no undontional love in the world . that its all in th emind and one can escape from any ugliness if you think it away

As a soldier I was continously put in situations where I had to come to terms with my own mortality and accept my impending death; which is a terrifying thought in that moment.

I never died.

That you are alone in your own head

That's my answer to both, actually.

1] i won't get to see the outcome of all our attempts at progress 2] I am confident

That life isn't fair but it's amazingly interesting and beautiful.

I can't find my debit card.
I've found a twix in my desk.

That it is what it is.
That it is what it is.

That life is transient and fragile. Life is not fair and justice is not always forthcoming.

We love and we hurt. They are part of the same deal. Enjoy them while you can. Find your meaning to life and achieve contentment.