Philosophy: Help Others

If things are rough in your life, work on straightening them out first. Putting off your own problems for extended amounts of time by doing other things just to distract yourself doesn't help. Eventually, whatever you push down will surface again.

Once you're content with your own situation, or at least have things settled down a bit, try to help others get to that stage. Everyone can do something within their own ability and personality. Donate time or money to a worthwhile organization, or just listen to a friend who really needs someone to talk to. It doesn't take much sometimes to change someone's life for the better.