Life is sure to throw all kinds of challenges our way. The question is how will we use the grist? If we’re cynical, obstacles just serve to confirm our negative outlook on life. If we’re open and willing, they can teach us how to thrive even in the midst of great difficulty. Every unpleasant situation can offer a valuable step forward in our personal growth. It’s easy to be happy when everything’s going our way. It’s only when things aren’t going well that we can learn to flourish no matter what’s happening. That’s called… 

Mastering life.