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Jealousy by Luke Saagi
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  • Post category:Mental health / Positive change
  • Post published:August 16, 2016

Even if you are disappointed that you did not get what you expected, and even if you are upset that you do not have what you want, it is possible to lead a good life if you can let go of your expectations and find reasons to be happy with what you have.

Source: 6 Empowering Lessons Death Taught Me About Life @ tiny buddha: simple wisdom for complex lives

image: Jealousy by Luke Saagi under Creative Commons license

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