Life Isn’t Personal

Embracing Responsibility in an Indifferent Universe

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"It is not in the stars to hold our destiny but in ourselves." — William Shakespeare

Sometimes, we hear that "life gives you what you're meant to handle," a comforting idea that makes us feel like everything that happens to us has a cosmic purpose. It's like thinking the universe has your back, handpicking challenges for your personal growth. It's a warm, fuzzy thought. But let's face it—that's not how things work.

I lean towards a no-nonsense take on life. I see things more pragmatically, stripping away the sugarcoating that often colors our views and personal experiences. The universe isn't tailoring anything specifically for us—it's not plotting our lessons or demise. Instead, we're dealing with the random cards we're dealt, shaped by our choices and what's thrown our way.

It's not about life “giving” us things or “taking” them away. It's about what we do…