It is a rare person who doesn't need a trusted confidant, an uplifting friend, a source of support and encouragement, even a person to share achievements. Be kind to others. Always remember where you came from despite where you've gone. Keeping a balance in one's life is essential. What factors enter in the formula vary for each individual, but include time alone versus time with others, work and recreation, change versus stability, self-reliance versus being cared for, engagement and disengagement, intellectual challenge and physical exercise.
Balance gives meaning to life, prevents ennui and re-energizes one's spirit.
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