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The Measure of a Man: a meditation

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Close your eyes. Know that you are strong. You are here on earth to be tested and how you react to your challenges is the true measure of a man. You don't let obstacles crush you. You deal with them as they come at you. You are the captain of your life and your ship is sailing through turbulent seas these days. Stay focused. Ride the storm. Know that this too shall pass. The sun is around the corner. If not around the next bend, it is definitely out there beyond this squall that cannot last forever. And when the storm calms down you'll take stock of the damage and deal with it on the spot. You'll make things better. You'll make them right again. Envision the life you want and you'll find a way to get there. You are captain of your journey and the milestones along the way are but the measure of a man.

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