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“What qualities and values do we find meaningful to embody in our lives? Knowing this, the next question to ask ourselves is, what is it that prevents us from being the person we want to be on a daily basis?” – John Bruna

“We can help improve the world through the simple, everyday actions we engage in such as giving people our attention – letting them know they are valuable. As Mother Teresa would say, “Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love.” – John Bruna

“No matter our current age, we have overcome many challenges in our lives. It is important to remember our growth and resiliency, instead of simply focusing on our perceived shortcomings.” – John Bruna

“One of the chief sources of mental and emotional suffering in our lives stems from our continued attempts to make things permanent that are not permanent. Literally, everything is constantly changing, including jobs, relationships, communities, and us. Remembering this reduces much suffering.” – John Bruna

“Nearly every activity or interaction in we engage in can be an opportunity – an opportunity for friendship, personal growth, wisdom, fun, understanding, adventure, experience, travel, employment, financial support, or even just basic needs.” – John Bruna

“Instead of simply being a victim of our circumstances, we can transform challenges into opportunities and be active participants in our growth and, in the process, improve both ourselves and our circumstances.” – John Bruna

“If we recognize the value in others and treat them as valuable, how do you think our interactions would be different? I have found more friends and experienced healthier relationships this way.” – John Bruna

“Love is a skill to be cultivated, just like all the other skills in life. As with all the other skills, we get better with practice. We often did not have good role models early on, but that does not mean we can not learn, practice, and excel in becoming the loving person we want…